Bill
SJR 8210
Overview: SJR 8210, "Amending the Constitution to create a term limit for the office of the governor", has been introduced and referred to the State Government & Elections committe
Overview: SJR 8210, "Amending the Constitution to create a term limit for the office of the governor", has been introduced and referred to the State Government & Elections committee.
Purpose and Intent: The joint resolution aims to amend the state constitution to establish a term limit for the office of the governor, restricting the governor to a maximum of two consecutive terms.
Key Provisions:
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to limit the governor to two consecutive four-year terms.
- Specifies that the term limit would apply to the office of the governor, not the individual holding the office.
- Requires a statewide vote to approve the proposed constitutional amendment.
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The governor's office would be subject to a two-term limit if the constitutional amendment is approved by voters.
- Voters would have the opportunity to vote on the proposed term limit amendment.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The joint resolution is currently in the first reading stage and has been referred to the State Government & Elections committee for further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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