HI HB1462

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article III, Section 4 of the Hawaii Constitution to establish term limits for state legislators.

Limits members to a maximum of 12 years in the House of Representatives and 12 years in the Senate, with limits beginning after the general election of 2012.

Allows members to complete their current term even if they reach the 12-year limit before the term ends.

Submits the proposed amendment to Hawaii voters via ballot question for approval in accordance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution.

Cites declining electoral competitiveness and incumbent reelection rates as rationale, noting that 92% of House incumbents and nearly 100% of Senate incumbents won reelection in 1990 without opposition.