📜 State Constitutional Review Commission Act

An Act to establish a periodic, independent, and inclusive review process for the [State] Constitution, ensuring it remains relevant, responsive, and reflective of the will of the people.

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SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE

This Act may be cited as the “[State] Constitutional Review Commission Act.”

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SECTION 2. PURPOSE & FINDINGS

2.1 Purpose

• To periodically review the [State] Constitution in light of evolving legal, technological, social, and environmental challenges.

• To recommend targeted constitutional amendments for consideration by the Legislature and the people of [State].

2.2 Findings

• The [State] Constitution, while foundational, may not fully address modern realities such as digital privacy, environmental sustainability, and election modernization.

• A transparent, citizen-inclusive process builds public trust and ensures the Constitution continues to serve all residents equitably.

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SECTION 3. ESTABLISHMENT

3.1 Creation of Commission
There is hereby created the [State] Constitutional Review Commission (“the Commission”) as an independent, nonpartisan body.

3.2 Periodic Review Mandate
The Commission shall convene once every 20 years, beginning no later than January 1, [Year], to conduct a comprehensive constitutional review.

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SECTION 4. COMPOSITION

4.1 Membership – The Commission shall consist of 15 members, appointed as follows:

• 5 appointed by the Governor (no more than 3 from the same political party)

• 5 appointed by the Legislature (split evenly between majority and minority parties)

• 3 appointed by the Chief Justice of the [State] Supreme Court

• 2 appointed by a joint panel of accredited public universities’ political science and law departments

4.2 Qualifications
Members shall be residents of [State] for at least 5 years, have demonstrated civic engagement or expertise in relevant fields, and shall not hold elected office or be employed by a political party during their term.

4.3 Diversity Requirement
Appointments shall reflect diversity in geography, race, gender, profession, and socioeconomic background.

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SECTION 5. DUTIES & POWERS

5.1 Scope of Review
The Commission may review and make recommendations regarding:

• Governmental structure and separation of powers

• Electoral processes and voting rights

• Protection and expansion of civil liberties

• Fiscal and budgetary rules

• Environmental and natural resource protections

• Digital rights, privacy, and technology governance

5.2 Public Engagement
The Commission shall:

• Hold at least 12 public hearings across different regions of the state

• Maintain an interactive public website for submissions and commentary

• Publish plain-language summaries of proposals for public input

5.3 Reports

• An Interim Report shall be issued no later than 18 months after convening.

• A Final Report with proposed constitutional amendments shall be submitted to the Legislature and Governor no later than 24 months after convening.

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SECTION 6. LEGISLATIVE CONSIDERATION

• The Legislature shall hold hearings on each Commission proposal within 180 days of receipt.

• Proposals approved by the Legislature shall be placed on the ballot for voter ratification, as required by [State Constitution].

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SECTION 7. ADMINISTRATION & FUNDING

• The Commission shall have authority to hire staff, contract with experts, and conduct outreach.

• Funding shall be appropriated by the Legislature, with an initial allocation of $10 million (adjusted for inflation every cycle).

• Administrative support shall be provided by the [State] Legislative Services Agency (or equivalent).

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SECTION 8. TRANSPARENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY

• All meetings shall be public and recorded.

• Financial disclosures of all members shall be required.

• Members may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the Commission for misconduct or failure to perform duties.

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SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Act is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect.