SJR 5
Raises the threshold for approving initiative petitions proposing constitutional amendments
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LR Number:
1182S.01I
Last Action:
2/13/2023 - Hearing Scheduled But Not Heard S Local Government and Elections Committee
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Effective Date:
Upon voter approval

Current Bill Summary

SJR 5 - Under current law, initiative petitions proposing constitutional amendments must be approved by a simple majority of the votes cast at the election in order to take effect. This joint resolution, if approved by the voters, requires such initiative petitions to be approved by at least 60% of the votes cast in order for the measure to take effect.

This resolution is substantially similar to a provision in SCS/SJR 37 (2022).

SCOTT SVAGERA

Amendments

No Amendments Found.