A.2. Commissioner Selection and Screening

Each redistricting commission shall consist of seven (7) members selected by random lottery from among the registered voters of the State, and an equal number of alternates shall be selected in the same manner.

Following selection, each commissioner and alternate shall be subject to a screening conducted by a Federal District Judge or their designated magistrate. The screening may occur in person or by secure video conference, and shall assess basic mental competence, English language comprehension, and whether good cause exists for excusal from service. No person may be excused or disqualified except on the basis of incapacity, undue hardship, or clear unfitness to perform the duties required.

Service as a commissioner or alternate is a compulsory Civic Duty. Refusal to serve, unless excused through the judicial screening process, shall constitute a failure to fulfill Civic Duty as defined by this Charter.

If an alternate is excused, removed, or becomes incapable of serving, a replacement shall be selected by random lottery from the same pool of eligible Citizens.

Commissioners and alternates must be selected by June 30 in each census year. The slate must be publicly published, including names and home counties.