Asm. Karl Brabenec

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes amending the state constitution to require that only U.S. citizens may vote in elections. It would replace the current voting eligibility language with a specific provision stating "Only citizens shall be entitled to vote," while maintaining existing requirements that voters must be at least 18 years old and residents of the state and their local area for 30 days prior to an election. The key change directly affects voting eligibility by restricting the right to vote to citizens, removing any existing non-citizen voting provisions. If passed, this would be a constitutional change, not a temporary law, requiring approval through the standard amendment process.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the state constitution to require a two-thirds majority vote in both legislative chambers for any bill that provides the state with one-time or temporary funding (non-recurring revenue), such as a one-time tax or asset sale. It directly affects the legislative process for passing budget-related bills that generate revenue outside of regular annual appropriations. The key provision changes the voting threshold from a simple majority to two-thirds for these specific bills, while maintaining existing requirements for bill printing and final passage. This would make it harder to pass one-time revenue measures without broader bipartisan support. The bill is currently pending in committee review.

Requires approval by 2/3 vote of membership of the senate and assembly voting separately to increase or decrease any tax rate, impose a new state tax, extend or delete existing state tax.

Requires the governor and senior state officers to appear before the legislature as requested by the legislature to publicly explain actions and answer questions.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to explicitly state that "the right of the people to keep and bear arms cannot be infringed." It would directly affect all residents by enshrining this right in the state constitution, making it harder for future laws to restrict firearm ownership. The amendment would be added to Article 1 of the constitution as a new Section 20, following standard procedures for constitutional changes. The bill is currently under review by the Judiciary Committee after receiving an opinion from the Attorney General.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the state constitution to establish clear rules for filling vacancies in federal elected offices, primarily affecting U.S. House and Senate seats. It requires special elections for House vacancies occurring before July 1st of the final year of a term, to be held 70-80 days after the governor’s proclamation, and specifies that Senate vacancies must be filled by temporary appointment until a designated date (e.g., January 3rd following the next even-numbered year). If a special election isn’t held as required, the vacancy is filled at the next general election. These changes ensure consistent timelines for federal office vacancies while aligning with existing election schedules.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changing how four statewide offices - governor, lieutenant-governor, comptroller, and attorney general - are elected. It would replace current direct voting with an electoral system where voters cast a single ballot for both governor and lieutenant-governor, while comptroller and attorney general would be elected via separate votes. Electoral votes would be allocated based on county population (one vote per county plus one per 50,000 residents), with results tabulated in Albany on December 1st. If no candidate secures a majority in the first vote, up to 10 runoff elections would be held before the candidate with the most votes wins. The change requires a constitutional amendment and is currently under review by the Attorney General.

Proposes changes to article 9 of the constitution in relation to the formation of new towns by drawing a map and preparing a charter of the proposed town and preparing a petition relating thereto.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the state constitution to explicitly allow the legislature to authorize "pool-selling without profit" - meaning community or social betting pools (like those for sports events) where organizers don't take a cut. It directly affects individuals or groups organizing such non-commercial betting pools by creating a legal pathway for them. The key provision adds this specific exception to the constitutional ban on gambling, requiring the legislature to pass laws governing these non-profit pools. It does not authorize commercial gambling or change existing rules for state lotteries, horse racing betting, or casinos.

Prohibits certain borrowing arrangements; relates to the authorization for the contracting of debt; relates to the manner by which payments are appropriated and paid.