A RESOLUTION to appoint a committee to authorize the Speakers of the Senate and House of Representatives to appoint a committee to consider the removal of Steven J. Mulroy from the office of District Attorney General for the Thirtieth Judicial District.
Impact
If SJR0026 is enacted, it would lead to the formation of a joint committee comprising members from both the Senate and House of Representatives. This committee would be empowered to gather evidence, issue subpoenas, and hold hearings to carefully assess the allegations against Mulroy. The resolution also highlights the procedural safeguards that must be observed, ensuring that Mulroy receives adequate notice and the opportunity to present his defense if a hearing is conducted.
Summary
SJR0026 is a Senate Joint Resolution aimed at establishing a committee to investigate and potentially recommend the removal of Steven J. Mulroy from his position as District Attorney General for the Thirtieth Judicial District. The resolution outlines specific causes for this potential removal, including allegations of ethical violations, mismanagement of office, and abuse of authority. It emphasizes the necessity of adhering to the Tennessee Constitution, particularly regarding the separation of powers and the right to due process for the individual facing removal.
Contention
The bill touches upon broader themes of accountability within the judicial system, as it seeks to address serious accusations against a public official. The potential removal proceedings could provoke discussions around political motivations, as some might perceive the investigation as an attempt by the legislature to exert control over the judiciary. The need for bipartisan cooperation and fairness in addressing the allegations may become a focal point during the hearings and in the broader public discourse surrounding this resolution.
A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives to consider and act upon the recommendation to remove Andrewnetta Melissa Boyd of Shelby County from the office of Criminal Court Judge in the Thirtieth Judicial District as provided in Article VI, Section 6 of the Tennessee Constitution.
A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives to consider and act upon the recommendation to remove Andrewnetta Melissa Boyd of Shelby County from the office of Criminal Court Judge in the Thirtieth Judicial District as provided in Article VI, Section 6 of the Tennessee Constitution.
A RESOLUTION to appoint a committee to authorize the Speakers of the Senate and House of Representatives to appoint a committee to consider the removal of Steven J. Mulroy from the office of District Attorney General for the Thirtieth Judicial District.
A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives to consider and act upon the recommendation to remove Andrewnetta Melissa Boyd of Shelby County from the office of Criminal Court Judge in the Thirtieth Judicial District as provided in Article VI, Section 6 of the Tennessee Constitution.
A RESOLUTION to call a joint convention of the Senate and House of Representatives to consider and act upon the recommendation to remove Andrewnetta Melissa Boyd of Shelby County from the office of Criminal Court Judge in the Thirtieth Judicial District as provided in Article VI, Section 6 of the Tennessee Constitution.