SJR 46 Summary

• Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 10 of Article VI removing Governor's authority to grant paroles and transferring parole-granting power to the Pardon and Parole Board.

• Requires Pardon and Parole Board to communicate all paroles granted to the Legislature each regular session, including names, crimes, conviction dates, and parole dates.

• Requires Governor to continue reporting to Legislature on pardons, commutations, and reprieves granted at each regular session.

• Directs Legislature to enact necessary laws to implement the constitutional amendment and support the Board's parole-granting duties.

• Designates ballot title and requires Secretary of State to refer the amendment to voters for approval or rejection.