2009 Senate Joint Resolution E

Repeal unconstitutional provisions in state Constitution

Introduced in the Senate

Jan. 29, 2009

Introduced by Sen. Michelle McManus (R-35)

To place before voters in the next general election a Constitutional amendment to repeal various provisions of the state Constitution that have been ruled unconstitutional by state or federal courts. These include: A requirement that an elector have property in a district that is affected by an election in order to be qualified to vote; the formula for reapportioning State senatorial and representative districts; provisions that establish a Commission on Legislative Apportionment; term limit requirements for members of Congress.

Referred to the Committee on Campaign and Election Oversight