Judicial Selection Amendment
Plain-English Summary
This proposed constitutional amendment would change the method for selecting Kansas Supreme Court justices. It would replace the current merit-based system with one involving partisan elections or Senate confirmations. Supporters argue it would increase democratic participation and accountability, while opponents contend it would politicize the judiciary and increase the influence of special interest money.
What each outcome does
If the amendment passes, the method for selecting Kansas Supreme Court justices will change from a merit-based system to one involving partisan elections or Senate confirmations, depending on the specific language of the amendment.
If the amendment fails, the current merit-based system for selecting Kansas Supreme Court justices will remain in place. Under this system, a non-partisan nominating commission selects candidates, and the governor makes the final appointment.
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