HI SB1187

Proposes constitutional amendment to Article V, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution to change the attorney general from an appointed position to an elected office.

Attorney general would be elected to a four-year term by qualified voters at a general election on a nonpartisan basis, with the candidate receiving the highest number of votes becoming attorney general.

Removes the governor's appointment power over the attorney general and eliminates the requirement for senate confirmation of the appointment.

Ballot question asks voters whether the attorney general should be "elected for a term of four years from among nonpartisan candidates at a general election, instead of being appointed by the governor."

Amendment takes effect upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii State Constitution.