Restoring Separation of Powers & Leg. Transp
Plain English Summary
This bill proposes two constitutional amendments to be voted on in November 2026. The first amendment would limit the General Assembly's power to reorganize executive branch functions in ways that weaken the Governor's authority to execute state laws. The second amendment would require bills to address only one subject (with exceptions for budget and tax bills) and mandate at least 48 hours of public notice and bill text availability before final passage.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill protects the constitutional separation of powers by preventing the legislature from stripping executive authority from the Governor for partisan reasons. They contend that requiring single-subject bills and advance public notice promotes legislative transparency, gives citizens time to engage in the process, and prevents last-minute bill rewrites that hide important policy changes from public scrutiny.
Arguments Against
Opponents may argue that these restrictions could hamper the legislature's ability to efficiently address complex issues that require multiple related subjects in one bill, and that 48-hour notice periods could impede the General Assembly's responsiveness during urgent situations. They may also contend that the amendments shift power toward the Governor at the expense of legislative oversight and the legislature's constitutional role in administrative reorganization.
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Sponsors
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Representative · District 40
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Representative · District 30
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Representative · District 34
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Representative · District 39
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Representative · District 41
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Representative · District 100
Representative · District 36
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Representative · District 88
Representative · District 31
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Representative · District 60
Representative · District 58
Representative · District 32
Representative · District 101