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Committee approves bill allowing lawmakers to defer jury duty and allowing those 80+ to opt out
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE · February 24, 2021
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Summary
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to pass House Bill 1159, which lets legislators defer jury service while in session and permits people aged 80 or older to opt out of jury duty. The measure passed on a committee voice vote and will move forward for further consideration.
Representative Meeks presented House Bill 1159 to the Senate Judiciary Committee, describing two changes: lawmakers who are serving in session, special, extraordinary or fiscal sessions may defer jury service until after their legislative duties conclude, and any person…
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