OT2015Journal

MONDAY, JUNE 27, 2016
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Justice Kagan. Opinion by Justice Thomas, with whom Justice Sotomayor
joins as to Parts I and II, dissenting.
No. 15–274. Whole Woman’s Health, et al., Petitioners v. John Hellerstedt,
Commissioner, Texas Department of State Health Services, et al.
On writ of certiorari to the United States Court of Appeals for the
Fifth Circuit. Judgment reversed, and case remanded to the United
States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit for further proceedings
consistent with the opinion of this Court. Opinion by Justice Breyer.
Concurring opinion by Justice Ginsburg. Dissenting opinion by Justice
Thomas. Dissenting opinion announced by Justice Alito, with whom
The Chief Justice and Justice Thomas join.
No. 15–474. Robert F. McDonnell, Petitioner v. United States. On
writ of certiorari to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth
Circuit. Judgment vacated, and case remanded to the United States
Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit for further proceedings consistent
with the opinion of this Court. Opinion by The Chief Justice.
The Chief Justice said:
“I am authorized to announce that the Court has acted upon all cases
submitted to the court for decision this term. Disposition of items
scheduled for conference today will be reflected on an order list that
will be released at 9:30 tomorrow morning.”
“The Court will be in recess from today until the first Monday in
October 2016, at which time the October 2015 term of the Court will
be adjourned, and the October 2016 term of the Court will begin, as
provided by law.”
“On behalf of my colleagues, I would like to thank the Supreme
Court employees for their outstanding work and dedication to their
important responsibilities during this term. The commitment and professionalism
of all the Court staff contribute significantly to the accomplishment
of the Court’s mission.”
“The Court also thanks the members of the Court’s bar for their
professionalism and cooperation.”
“Before we rise for the summer, I would like to note the retirement
of three Court employees.”
“Special Agent Gilbert Shah has announced his retirement, effective
June 30 of this year. Special Agent Shah has served with distinction
and retires with 25 years of outstanding service on the Supreme Court
police force.”
“Elizabeth Brown, a former assistant clerk for judgments, retired on
December 31, 2015, with 26 years of Supreme Court service. We are