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Hawaii Senate Bill SB1356

Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SB1356

Introduced
1/27/21  

Caption

Proposing An Amendment To Article V, Section 2, Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Require The Gubernatorial Nominee Of Each Political Party To Select The Party's Lieutenant Governor Nominee.

Impact

If enacted, the amendment would require that the lieutenant governor be appointed by the gubernatorial nominee from the same party, effectively removing the separate election for the lieutenant governor position. This could unify the campaign efforts of the nominee for governor and their selected running mate, aiming to deliver a more coherent political message and collaborative governance model. The alteration could lead to shifts in how candidates campaign and select their running mates, reflecting party priorities more closely in official leadership dynamics.

Summary

Senate Bill 1356 proposes an amendment to Article V, Section 2 of the Hawaii State Constitution, mandating that gubernatorial nominees select their lieutenant governor running mates from the same political party after the primary elections. This change is aimed at fostering a stronger relationship between the governor and lieutenant governor, which the legislature believes could lead to improved governance and productivity within the state government. Currently, Hawaii is one of the few states that has separate primary and joint general elections for these two offices, and this bill seeks to streamline the selection process and enhance party cohesion.

Contention

One significant point of contention surrounding SB1356 may relate to concerns about the implications for political diversity and competition. Critics might argue that requiring a gubernatorial candidate to appoint a lieutenant governor from the same party could limit choice for voters and diminish opportunities for independent or third-party candidates in the political landscape. This could also reinforce party loyalty over broader representation, prompting a debate about the principles of democracy and electoral fairness in Hawaii.

Latest SB1356 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HB413

Same As Proposing An Amendment To Article V, Section 2, Of The Hawaii State Constitution To Require The Gubernatorial Nominee Of Each Political Party To Select The Party's Lieutenant Governor Nominee.

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