Hawaii Constitution Article XVIII Schedule
Here’s an overview of the Hawaii Constitution – Article XVIII: Schedule:
Article XVIII – Schedule
This article contains transitional provisions that governed the implementation of the Hawaii Constitution when it was adopted. It sets out temporary rules and timelines to help the state move from prior governance structures to those established by the new Constitution.
Key points typically included in Article XVIII (Schedule):
Effective dates for various constitutional provisions.
Transitional arrangements for offices, terms, and government bodies.
Provisions on how existing laws and officers were to continue or change.
Timelines for the first elections under the new Constitution.
Temporary measures to address issues during the transition period.
Important Note:
The Schedule article is mostly relevant at the time of adoption and rarely changes afterward. Its purpose is to ensure a smooth transition to the Constitution’s new system.
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