Resolution for Constitutional Officer Term Limits for Senators and Delegates in the West Virginia Legislature

HJR 18 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit consecutive service for West Virginia legislators to 12 years in the same chamber (House of Delegates or Senate). It would apply to current and future members, starting January 1, 2030, with terms served before that date not counting toward the limit. The amendment resets the count if a legislator leaves office for any reason during the 12-year period, but allows them to run for the other chamber or other elected offices after reaching the limit. This change requires voter approval in the 2028 general election to take effect.