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ME LD1161

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kenneth Fredette

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends Maine Constitution Article IX, §11 to change Attorney General selection from joint ballot of the Legislature to popular election by voters
  • Attorney General would be elected biennially on the same date and in the same manner as state Senators and Representatives, beginning in 2026
  • Vacancies may be filled by Governor appointment, subject to confirmation requirements similar to Supreme Judicial Court Justices
  • Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative branches, then ratification by majority vote in a statewide referendum held in November following passage

Legislative Description

RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine Providing for the Popular Election of the Attorney General

State Officers

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

5/29/2025

Committee Referrals

State And Local Government3/20/2025

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