Kentucky Constitution Articles 17. Mode of Amendment and Revision of the Constitution
Kentucky Constitution – Article 17: Mode of Amendment and Revision of the Constitution
Overview:
Article 17 of the Kentucky Constitution outlines the processes for amending or revising the state constitution. It provides two primary methods: amendment by the legislature and revision through a constitutional convention.
🔹 Key Sections and Provisions:
Section 1 – Amendments by the General Assembly
The General Assembly (legislature) may propose amendments to the constitution.
To do so, an amendment must:
Be approved by three-fifths (3/5) of all members elected to each house (House and Senate).
Then be submitted to the people for a vote at the next general election.
If a majority of voters approve, the amendment becomes part of the constitution.
Section 2 – Publication Requirements
The proposed amendment(s) must be published at least 90 days before the election in newspapers or as required by law, ensuring the public is informed.
Section 3 – Constitutional Convention
The legislature may, by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of both houses, propose to call a convention to revise or amend the entire constitution.
This proposal must be submitted to voters at a general election.
If a majority of voters approve, a constitutional convention is convened.
🗳️ In Summary:
Kentucky allows constitutional change in two ways:
Legislative Amendment: Requires 3/5 legislative approval + majority public vote.
Constitutional Convention: Requires 2/3 legislative vote to propose + majority public vote to convene.
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