House Bill No. by Representative McMakin proposes the establishment of a constitutional convention in Louisiana, set to convene on December 2, 2025, with the objective of drafting a new state constitution. The convention will comprise 105 delegates, with 78 elected and 27 appointed by various officials and associations. The bill outlines the qualifications for delegates, the election process, and the organization of the convention, including the formation of committees to review and recommend changes to the current constitution. Once the new constitution is adopted, it will be submitted to voters for approval during the 2026 general congressional election.

Additionally, the bill ensures that delegates and staff are subject to existing laws, preventing dual officeholding or dual employment. It mandates that any provisions of the current constitution not included in the new document will transition into statutory law, requiring a two-thirds legislative vote for amendments. The convention will operate under the Louisiana Code of Ethics, prohibiting campaign contributions during its proceedings, and will complete its work by October 2, 2026. The proposed constitution will take effect at midnight on December 31, 2026, if ratified by voters, and the bill includes a detailed timetable for delegate qualifications and convention activities.