House Joint Resolution W, introduced on June 16, 2026, seeks to amend the Michigan Constitution of 1963 by altering the eligibility criteria for commissioners on the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission. The proposed change extends the ineligibility period for commissioners to hold a partisan elective office from five years to the end of the year following the next federal decennial census. This adjustment aims to bolster the commission's independence during the crucial redistricting phase, ensuring that its members remain free from partisan influences.

The resolution also details the commission's structure, selection process, and the procedures for adopting redistricting plans. It mandates public participation through multiple hearings and a 45-day comment period before any plan is voted on. The commission must ensure that proposed plans are fair and compliant with legal standards, requiring a majority vote for adoption while representing both major political parties and non-affiliated commissioners. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes transparency by requiring the publication of adopted plans and relevant materials within 30 days, with the plans becoming law 60 days after publication. The amendment will be presented to voters for approval in the next general election, reinforcing the commission's independence from legislative control and protecting its employees from retaliation.