Resolution 9, introduced by Guthrie, directs the Secretary of State to present to the voters a proposal to repeal Section 3 of Article VII-B of the Oklahoma Constitution, which pertains to the Judicial Nominating Commission. The resolution also proposes amendments to Sections 1, 2, and 4 of Article VII-B, which would change the process for appointing justices and judges of the Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals, and Court of Civil Appeals. Under the proposed amendments, the Governor would nominate judicial candidates, who would then require Senate confirmation. Additionally, the amendments would establish that judges serve during good behavior and cannot have their compensation decreased while in office.

The ballot title for this proposed amendment will inform voters that the measure aims to revise the judicial appointment process to align more closely with the U.S. Constitution. It will clarify that the Judicial Nominating Commission will be repealed and that the new process will allow for the Governor to nominate judges, subject to Senate approval. Voters will be asked whether they approve or reject this proposal, which is set to take effect after November 5, 2025.