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Louisiana voters reject four constitutional amendments in election
LOUISIANA (KLFY) — Voters across Louisiana have decided not to pass the four proposed constitutional amendments during the Municipal Primary election on Saturday.
The amendments address a wide range of issues such as specialty courts, tax reforms, juvenile prosecution, and judicial vacancies.
Amendment #1 would have granted the Louisiana Supreme Court the authority to discipline out-of-state lawyers if they engage in unethical practices in Louisiana. Opponents of the amendment said the amendment was too vague and could potentially undermine the authority of some New Orleans judges.
The amendment failed, with 65% of voters saying no.
Amendment #2 discussed advances in Louisiana's tax reform effort. This amendment is seen as a sweeping effort to overhaul the state’s tax system and permanently cut income taxes.
The amendment failed, with 65% of voters saying no.
Amendment #3 would have allowed lawmakers to choose crimes for which minor could be tried as adults. Currently, Louisiana law allows for juveniles aged 14-16 to be tried as adults for 16 specific felony crimes, most of which are violent offenses. The Louisiana Legislature cannot add to that list without a constitutional amendment.
The amendment failed, with 66% of voters saying no.
Amendment #4 proposed a change to ensure vacancies can be filled more efficiently. If a vacancy occurs within 12 months of a scheduled congressional or gubernatorial election, the governor would be required to call a special election on that date.
The amendment failed, with 64% of voters saying no. With this amendment failed, such election is scheduled within a year, the governor would be required to select the next available election date.