The resolution proposes an amendment to the West Virginia Constitution that would limit individuals from serving more than three consecutive terms in specific executive offices, including Secretary of State, Auditor, State Treasurer, Commissioner of Agriculture, and Attorney General. This amendment, designated as "Amendment 1" and referred to as the "Constitutional Officer Term Limit Amendment," aims to enhance democratic governance by preventing prolonged tenure in these key positions. The proposed term limit would apply to terms beginning after January 1, 2029, and any partial terms served after this date would count towards the limit.
The resolution has been introduced and referred to the appropriate legislative committees, with the intention of placing the question of ratification before the voters in the next general election scheduled for 2026. The amendment seeks to ensure that no individual can hold these significant offices for an extended period, thereby promoting turnover and potentially increasing accountability within the state's executive branch.