S.J.R. No. 27 proposes a constitutional amendment to modify the structure and authority of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct in Texas. The amendment aims to enhance the commission's ability to sanction judges and justices for judicial misconduct by revising the membership composition of the commission and the tribunal that reviews its recommendations. Specifically, it increases the number of members to 13, including six judges appointed by the Supreme Court and seven citizens appointed by the Governor. The amendment also establishes clearer guidelines for the commission's authority to issue sanctions, including private admonitions, public reprimands, and formal hearings, as well as the ability to recommend removal or retirement of judges to a review tribunal.

Additionally, the resolution outlines the terms of service for the new commissioners and sets a timeline for the implementation of these changes, with the amendment taking effect on January 1, 2026. It includes provisions for the staggered appointment of new commissioners and specifies that complaints submitted before this date will be reviewed by the current commissioners, while those submitted afterward will be handled by the newly appointed members. The proposed amendment will be presented to voters in an election scheduled for November 4, 2025, allowing the public to decide on the changes to the judicial conduct oversight in Texas.