S.B. No. 2127 amends the Government Code regarding the assignment of retired and former justices and judges in Texas. The bill modifies the eligibility criteria for assignment to a court of appeals, reducing the required active service duration from 96 months to 72 months, with at least 48 months in an appellate court. Additionally, it introduces new requirements for justices and judges, including a certification of willingness not to appear as an attorney in certain courts for two years and a commitment not to hear cases involving current or former clients during their assignment.

The bill also updates the definition of "retired judge" to include those who have served at least 72 months in a statutory probate or statutory county court and have retired under the Texas County and District Retirement System. Furthermore, it establishes similar eligibility criteria for judges to be named on a list, including the same service duration and the new certifications. The changes apply only to assignments made after the bill's effective date, which is set for 91 days after the legislative session concludes.

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)
Engrossed: Government Code 74.003, Government Code 74.041, Government Code 74.055 (Government Code 74)
House Committee Report: Government Code 74.003, Government Code 74.041, Government Code 74.055 (Government Code 74)
Enrolled: Government Code 74.003, Government Code 74.041, Government Code 74.055 (Government Code 74)