HI SB2385

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article VI, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution to restrict the timing of judicial appointments and confirmations.

Prohibits the Judicial Selection Commission from presenting a list of nominees to the Governor or Chief Justice between August 1 and November 30 each year.

Makes minor grammatical and stylistic changes to existing constitutional language regarding judicial appointments, qualifications, and tenure.

Requires voter approval through a ballot question asking whether the Constitution should be amended to implement the August 1 through November 30 restriction on presenting judicial nominees.

Takes effect upon compliance with Article XVII, Section 3 of the Hawaii Constitution following voter approval.