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ME LD1052

Bill

Status

Enrolled

6/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Suzanne Salisbury

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending the Maine Constitution to establish the State Auditor as a constitutional officer under Article IX, Section 26
  • State Auditor would be chosen every four years by joint ballot of Senators and Representatives in convention
  • Vacancies occurring when the Legislature is not in session may be filled by appointment by the President of the Senate
  • Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative branches to place the question on the ballot
  • Voters would decide on ratification at a statewide election in November following passage, with a simple majority required for approval

Legislative Description

RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish the State Auditor as a Constitutional Officer

State Officers

Last Action

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.

6/25/2025

Committee Referrals

State And Local Government3/12/2025

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