Bill > LD1715

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to modify the judicial, civil, and military officer confirmation process in Maine. Currently, an appropriate legislative committee recommends confirmation or denial by majority vote, and the Senate reviews this recommendation. The proposed change would allow the Senate to confirm nominations with a two-thirds supermajority vote, replacing the existing procedure where the Senate could override a committee recommendation. If approved, the amendment would be placed on the ballot during a statewide election in November, where voters will be asked directly: "Do you favor amending the Constitution of Maine to allow the Senate to confirm nominations of certain judicial, civil and military officers by a 2/3 vote?" If a majority of legal votes support the amendment, the Governor will proclaim its adoption, and it will immediately become part of the Maine Constitution. The Secretary of State is responsible for preparing and distributing the necessary ballots and election materials to facilitate this referendum.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1715&snum=132