Proposing a constitutional amendment to elect the Maine Attorney General biennially by popular vote.
This resolution proposes an amendment to the Maine Constitution to change the election process for the Attorney General. Instead of being appointed, the Attorney General would be elected by popular vote every two years, on the same date and method as Senators and Representatives. If approved by voters in a statewide referendum, the amendment would take effect in 2026. The Secretary of State would prepare the necessary ballots and oversee the election process.
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