Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congresswoman Becca Balint Introduce Legislation To Prohibit Discrimination Against Jurors Based on Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity
June 12, 2024
June 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, June 12 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congresswoman Becca Balint (VT-AL) introduced the Juror Non-Discrimination Act of 2024, which explicitly bans discrimination in jury service on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
"Jury service is a privilege and a responsibility of citizenship. As a former courtroom lawyer, I know how important it is to ensure th . . .
Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congresswoman Becca Balint (VT-AL) introduced the Juror Non-Discrimination Act of 2024, which explicitly bans discrimination in jury service on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.
"Jury service is a privilege and a responsibility of citizenship. As a former courtroom lawyer, I know how important it is to ensure th . . .