The proposed bill seeks to amend Article V, Section 22(B) of the Louisiana Constitution regarding the election process for newly-created judgeships or judicial vacancies. The amendment stipulates that such vacancies shall be filled by a special election called by the governor, which will now occur on the earliest available election date as determined by applicable law, rather than within the previous requirement of twelve months. Additionally, if a vacancy arises within twelve months of a gubernatorial or congressional election, the special election will coincide with that election date, provided it can be legally accommodated.

The bill also includes provisions for the appointment of a qualified individual by the supreme court to serve temporarily until the vacancy is filled. This appointee will not be eligible to run for the position in the subsequent election and will not qualify for retirement benefits typically available to elected judges, except for retired judges. The proposed amendment will be presented to voters in a statewide election scheduled for March 29, 2025, allowing them to decide whether to support the changes to the judicial election process.