Senators propose bill mandating code of ethics for Supreme Court conduct.

Senators Angus King and Lisa Murkowski will introduce the "Supreme Court Code of Conduct Act," which would require the Supreme Court to implement its own code of conduct within a year of the bill passing. The court would have the power to initiate investigations into conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice or violates federal laws or codes of conduct. The legislation would also require the court to name an official to handle complaints and publish an annual report. The bill aims to strengthen ethical guidelines in the Supreme Court, which has faced recent pressure to adopt a formal code of ethics.