In plain English
Would propose changing the state constitution’s process for filling vacancies in Council of State offices, affecting statewide elected executive positions.
- Status
- Passed One Chamber
- Origin
- House
- Last action
- Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
- Date
- May 20, 2026
Sponsors
- RKyle Hallprimary
- RHugh Blackwellprimary
- RDan Kigerprimary
- RCody Huneycuttprimary
- RDean Arpcosponsor
- RJennifer Balkcomcosponsor
- RBrian Biggscosponsor
- RCeleste Cairnscosponsor
- RNeal Jacksoncosponsor
- RJake Johnsoncosponsor
- RKeith Kidwellcosponsor
- RJeffrey McNeelycosponsor
- RRay Pickettcosponsor
- RBill Wardcosponsor
- RHarry Warrencosponsor
Votes
- House · Second readingMay 20, 2026
A1 Smith, Charles Second Reading
A preliminary passage vote, usually followed by a final vote.
Failed 46 yes · 71 no · 1 not voting
- House · Second readingMay 20, 2026
Second Reading
A preliminary passage vote, usually followed by a final vote.
Passed 71 yes · 46 no · 1 not voting
- House · Final passage (3rd reading)May 20, 2026
Third Reading
The final vote on whether the bill passes this chamber.
Passed 71 yes · 46 no · 1 not voting