Bill > H3846

This bill extends and clarifies the operations of the Citizens Commission established under Chapter 322 of the Acts of 2018, which appears to be related to a Constitutional amendment about government representation. Specifically, the bill does two key things: first, it extends the Commission's operational timeline, allowing it to continue existing and performing its responsibilities until December 31, 2028, and second, it establishes a formal process for filling vacancies on the Commission. The vacancy-filling process requires that when a seat becomes open, the Commission's chair or co-chairs must notify the appointing authority, who must then fill the seat within 30 days by either selecting a previous applicant or someone who files a new application. The bill also mandates that notice of the vacancy must be publicly posted within 7 days of being received, and that the new appointee's application must be publicly posted prior to their appointment, thereby ensuring transparency in the selection process.

Military Affairs and Security

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3846