House Joint Resolution E proposes an amendment to the Michigan Constitution of 1963, specifically amending section 3 of article VIII, to change the process for appointing the superintendent of public instruction. Currently, the state board of education is responsible for appointing the superintendent, but the resolution seeks to transfer this authority to the governor, who would appoint the superintendent with the advice and consent of the state senate starting January 1, 2027. The superintendent would serve a term of up to four years and would continue to act as the chair of the state board of education without voting rights, overseeing the execution of the board's policies.

Additionally, the resolution maintains that the state board of education will consist of eight members elected at large for eight-year terms, with the governor having the authority to fill any vacancies. The governor will also serve as an ex-officio member of the board without voting rights. The resolution emphasizes that the powers of higher education institutions to supervise and manage their funds remain unaffected by this amendment. The proposed amendment will be submitted to the voters at the next general election for approval.