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Resolution to Hold a Joint Meeting for the Judiciary Address

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 3:29 AM

In one sentence

This resolution schedules a joint meeting of both legislative chambers on January 15, 2025, where Chief Justice Susan Christensen will speak about the state of the courts.

What it does

  • Creates a joint convention for members of the House and Senate to attend together during the 2025 session of the Ninety-first General Assembly.
  • Schedules the event for Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
  • Invites Chief Justice Susan Christensen to present her message on the condition of the judicial branch.
  • Allows the Chief Justice to recommend matters she considers important during this address.

Who it affects

  • Members of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the Ninety-first General Assembly
  • Chief Justice Susan Christensen

Limits and unknowns

  • The text does not state what specific topics or recommendations will be included in the address.
  • This resolution only sets up the meeting and invitation; it does not change any laws regarding courts.

Plain language

Terms to know

Joint convention
A meeting where members from both legislative chambers gather together.
Condition of the Judiciary Address
An official message given by the Chief Justice about how the court system is working.

Official record

Sources

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Official summary

A concurrent resolution to provide for a joint convention for the Condition of the Judiciary Address.