Connecticut Law ARTICLE XII Of Constitutional Conventions
Connecticut Constitution – Article XII: Of Constitutional Conventions
Article XII establishes the process by which the Constitution of Connecticut may be revised or amended through constitutional conventions.
Key Provisions of Article XII:
Power to Call a Constitutional Convention:
The General Assembly may, by a two-thirds vote of the membership of each house, propose to the people whether a constitutional convention should be held.
This proposal must then be submitted to the voters at a general election.
Automatic Submission Every 20 Years:
Even without legislative action, the question of whether to hold a constitutional convention must be submitted to voters at least every 20 years.
Convention Procedures:
If a majority of voters approve a convention, the General Assembly is responsible for establishing the procedures for:
Electing delegates, and
Organizing the convention.
Submission and Ratification:
Any changes proposed by a convention must be submitted to the voters for ratification at a general election or a special election.
The proposed amendments or revisions become effective only if approved by a majority of voters.
Purpose:
This article provides a democratic mechanism to make broad revisions to the state constitution, ensuring periodic consideration of constitutional change by the people of Connecticut.
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