The House Joint Resolution No. 32 proposes an amendment to the Connecticut State Constitution that would allow individuals who are at least 16 years old to apply for admission as electors. Currently, only those who are 18 years old can apply, but this amendment would enable 16- and 17-year-olds to preregister to vote, with their voting rights becoming active upon reaching the age of 18. The resolution outlines that if a citizen who is 17 applies and qualifies, they may also vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 before the general election.

The proposed amendment will be presented to voters at the general election, with the ballot question asking if the Constitution should be amended to allow 16-year-olds to preregister as electors. The resolution must receive a three-fourths majority in the General Assembly to be placed on the November 2026 ballot; otherwise, it will be referred to the next legislative session. If approved by voters, the amendment will become part of the state constitution. The implementation of this amendment is expected to incur a cost of $25,000 for the Secretary of the State, which will cover the expenses related to printing and distributing the amendment for the ballot.