Resolution, Proposing An Amendment To The Constitution Of Maine To Amend The Appointment And Confirmation Process For Certain Judicial, Civil And Military Officers

LD 1715 proposes a constitutional amendment to change how Maine's Senate confirms certain judicial, civil, and military officers. The bill would require the Senate to confirm nominations by a two-thirds vote instead of a simple majority, following a committee recommendation. It also mandates a statewide referendum where voters would decide whether to adopt this change, with the question asking, "Do you favor amending the Constitution of Maine to allow the Senate to confirm nominations... by a 2/3 vote?" The amendment requires approval by a majority of voters in the November election following the resolution's passage.