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Committee recommends due pass for additional family‑court judgeship in Second Judicial District
Summary
Lawmakers recommended a due pass for HB95 to add a family‑court judgeship in the Second Judicial District after sponsors cited a 30% population increase and heavy caseloads; public commenters urged swift action and the chair announced no opposition in committee.
Sponsor described the caseload strain in the Second Judicial District: four family‑court judges handling roughly 9,473 filed cases in 2025 and substantial pending dockets. Proponents argued an additional judge would speed access to hearings in custody, divorce and other family matters.
A public commenter emphasized the community benefit of timely access to family courts. Representative Martinez moved for a due pass and the motion was seconded; the chair announced a due‑pass recommendation with no opposition. The committee advanced HB95 to the next legislative step.
