S.B. No. 2127 amends the Government Code to update the eligibility criteria for the assignment of retired and former justices and judges to courts of appeals in Texas. The bill reduces the required active service period from 96 months to 72 months for justices and judges serving in various courts, including district, statutory probate, and statutory county courts. Additionally, it introduces new requirements for these justices and judges, such as certifying a willingness not to appear as an attorney in certain courts for two years and not to hear cases involving current or former clients during their assignment.

The bill also clarifies the definition of "retired judge" and modifies the eligibility criteria for being named on a list of retired or former judges. Similar to the changes for justices, the active service requirement is reduced to 72 months, and new certifications regarding conflicts of interest and educational requirements are introduced. The amendments apply only to assignments made after the effective date of the Act, ensuring that prior assignments remain governed by the previous law. The Act is set to take effect 91 days after the end of the legislative session.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 74.003, Government Code 74.041, Government Code 74.055 (Government Code 74)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 74.003, Government Code 74.041, Government Code 74.055 (Government Code 74)