Judiciary Department - Commission on Judicial Disabilities - Temporary Appointment

SB 933 proposes a constitutional amendment to establish temporary appointment procedures for the Commission on Judicial Disabilities. The bill allows the Commission chair to recall a former member or request the Governor to appoint a temporary member or extend an existing member’s term when a vacancy occurs due to a member stepping aside (e.g., for conflict of interest) or when a term expires without replacement. This ensures the Commission can maintain operations without prolonged gaps during vacancies. The Commission, which investigates judicial conduct complaints and recommends discipline, directly benefits from this streamlined process for filling temporary gaps.