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Judiciary requests security grants, AI evidence pilot and new judgeship amid budget scrutiny
Summary
Chief Justice Matthew Fader and other judiciary leaders asked the subcommittee to fund a $5.6M courthouse security grant program, an AI evidence pilot, and several position conversions; DLS recommended some reductions and asked for reports on major IT projects and the land records fund balance.
Chief Justice Matthew Fader and Chief Judge John Morrissey told the subcommittee the judiciary’s fiscal 2027 budget supports five strategic priorities including public trust, access to justice, a diverse workforce, service orientation, and technology. The judiciary requested a $5.6 million grant program to help local jurisdictions meet minimum courtroom security standards and argued converting lead bailiff contractual…
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