Voters could have required judges to deny bail to some noncitizens
What it does
SJR 1 proposed a constitutional amendment requiring judges to deny bail to people who are in the country illegally and are charged with certain felonies.
What it means for your community
If passed and approved by voters, some people arrested in your county would stay in jail until trial with no chance of bail.
Why it didn't pass
The Senate passed it. It failed to get the two-thirds vote it needed in the House on May 28, 2025.
What to watch next session
Constitutional amendments need two-thirds of both chambers. Watch whether a narrower version gains enough House votes.
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