An Act relative to increasing racial diversity among judges in Massachusetts

HD 3124 establishes a 15-member commission to study ways to increase racial diversity among Massachusetts judges. The commission includes co-chairs from judicial committees, representatives from Black, Latino, and Asian legislative caucuses, civil rights organizations, bar associations, and appointed members reflecting Massachusetts' population diversity. It will evaluate current judicial diversity, assess how legislation could improve it, and propose standards for judicial appointments by December 31, 2026. The bill directs the commission to submit findings and recommendations to the legislature and governor, but does not mandate specific hiring changes.