House Joint Resolution K proposes an amendment to the Michigan Constitution of 1963, specifically targeting sections 12 and 16 of Article IV. The amendment aims to empower either house of the legislature to suspend the salary or expense allowance of its members by a two-thirds vote under certain circumstances, such as unethical behavior or excessive absenteeism. This resolution also outlines the structure and responsibilities of the state officers compensation commission, which determines the salaries and expense allowances for various state officials, including members of the legislature.

The resolution stipulates that the commission's determinations regarding salaries and expenses must be approved by a concurrent resolution adopted by a majority of the members in both houses. Additionally, it allows for the possibility of reducing these allowances proportionally but prohibits reductions below the current levels at the time of determination. The proposed amendment will be submitted to the voters of Michigan at the next general election, allowing the public to weigh in on this significant change to legislative compensation practices.