Indiana · 2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution
HJR 1: Impeachment of a judge or prosecutor.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HJR 1 is a joint resolution introduced in the Indiana House on December 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Impeachment of a judge or prosecutor. Primary sponsor: Andrew Ireland (Republican). Most recent recorded action (December 5, 2025): First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides that circuit court judges and prosecuting attorneys may be impeached for crime, incapacity, or negligence, or impeached or removed from office as prescribed by law. This proposed amendment has not been previously agreed to by a general assembly.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Ireland | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 90 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
- Authored by Representative Ireland