Extending Term Limits at the State Capitol? LANSING, MI (Associated Press) -


A proposal to extend term limits for lawmakers to 12 years could be on the ballot at the same time Michigan voters choose their presidential favorite early next year.

The proposal being backed by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce would let lawmakers serve a total of 12 years in the House or Senate or a combination of 12 years in both chambers.

House members are now limited to three two-year terms, while senators can serve only two four-year terms.

Besides extending term limits, the measure also would ban lawmakers from becoming lobbyists for at least two years after they leave office; require lawmakers to disclose their financial holdings; dock the pay of lawmakers for each day they have an unexcused absence; and require public hearings on tax proposals.

The House and Senate would each have to agree to put the measure on the ballot with a two-thirds vote.

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