Resolve, To Establish The Commission To Study The Constitution Of Maine

This bill establishes a 12-member commission to study Maine's Constitution and recommend potential amendments. The commission includes members appointed by legislative leaders, a constitutional law expert, a tribal representative, a civil liberties advocate, and the Secretary of State, with a nonvoting judicial advisor. It will examine specific areas like strengthening rights protections, removing unnecessary procedural details from the Constitution, and considering structural changes such as 4-year legislative terms. The commission must submit its findings and recommendations to the Judiciary Committee by November 4, 2026, for potential consideration in the next legislative session.