Rep. WILLIAMS proposes the following Amendment No. 1 to H. 3170 (COUNCIL\GGS\3170C002.GGS.VR14):

Reference is to the resolution as introduced.

Amend the joint resolution, as and if amended, by striking all after the enacting words and inserting:

/      SECTION      1.      It is proposed that Section 3, Article XVII of the Constitution of this State be amended to read:

     "Section 3.      Divorces from the bonds of matrimony shall be allowed on the grounds of adultery, desertion, physical cruelty, continuous separation for a period of at least one year nine months, or habitual drunkenness."

SECTION      2.      The proposed amendment must be submitted to the qualified electors at the next general election for representatives. Ballots must be provided at the various voting precincts with the following words printed or written on the ballot:

     "Must Section 3, Article XVII of the Constitution of this State be amended so as to provide that a divorce may be granted on the ground of continuous separation for a period of at least nine months rather than on the ground of continuous separation for a period of at least one year?

Yes      []

No      []

Those voting in favor of the question shall deposit a ballot with a check or cross mark in the square after the word 'Yes', and those voting against the question shall deposit a ballot with a check or cross mark in the square after the word 'No'."      /

Renumber sections to conform.
Amend title to conform.