House Bill No. HLS 24RS-895 proposes the establishment of a limited constitutional convention in Louisiana, scheduled to convene no earlier than May 30, 2024. The convention will consist of 171 delegates, including members from the House of Representatives, the Senate, and gubernatorial appointees. The bill outlines the organization and staffing of the convention, including the election of officers and the formation of committees. It mandates that the newly framed constitution be submitted to the electorate for approval during a public election on November 5, 2024, requiring a majority vote for adoption. Additionally, the bill specifies that delegates may not accept compensation for their work as delegates but can continue to receive their regular employment compensation.

The convention's authority is limited to determining which provisions of the current constitution should remain, which should transition to statutory law, and making necessary updates to eliminate duplicative or outdated language. The bill also includes provisions for the financial management of the convention, stating that it is not a budget unit of the state but is subject to audit by the legislative auditor. If the proposed constitution is ratified, it will take effect at midnight on December 31, 2024, unless otherwise specified. Overall, the bill aims to streamline Louisiana's constitution, which has undergone over 200 amendments since its inception nearly fifty years ago.