2SSB 5128: Concerning jury diversity.

What this bill does

Requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to provide the courts with a method to collect data on juror demographics. Requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to establish a work group to make recommendations for the creation of a childcare assistance program available to jurors. Permits electronic service of jury service summons.

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Floor votes

• House: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 7, 2023
  89 yea · 8 nay · 1 not voting
• Senate: Final Passage as Amended by the House · April 14, 2023
  34 yea · 12 nay · 3 not voting
• Senate: 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 3, 2023
  40 yea · 9 nay

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