Constitutional Officers, Legislators and Judges Compensation

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS, Legislators AND JUDGES COMPENSATION--LEGISLATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Repeals sections of Constitution, articles IV, V and VI relating to payment of compensation, travel and living expenses and retirement benefits for constitutional officers, legislators and judges. Adds article XXII providing for seven member commission which by resolution subject to legislative ratification by majority of each house, biennially sets salary, retirement, insurance and other benefits for above officials. Limits commission\u27s authority to provide health care benefits or insurance. Restricts said officials\u27 use of state automobiles to official business. Prohibits reduction of existing and additional future retirement rights and benefits once granted. Financial impact: Minor increase in state costs to support commission and staff. Otherwise, impact on state costs unpredictable