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   What is the initiative and referendum process?

   • The initiative and referendum process enables citizens to bypass their state legislature by placing proposed statutes and, in some states, constitutional amendments on the ballot. This database contains information on state processes, including subject matter, petitions, circulator requirements, signature requirements and more.

   Initiative and Referendum Processes - National Conference of State

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   What is the difference between a direct initiative and a referendum?

   • To clarify, direct initiatives allow the proposed statute or amendment to land directly on the ballot. Indirect initiatives, however, require that the proposed statute or amendment is given to the state legislature. A referendum, on the other hand, “refers to a measure that appears on the ballot,” according to NCSL.org.

   The Initiative and Referendum Process [An Overview & History]

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   What is a popular referendum process?

   • The popular referendum process allows voters to approve or repeal an act of the legislature. Twenty-three states have popular referendum processes. In 2002, NCSL published Initiative and Referendum in the 21st Century, an in-depth study on initiatives and referenda that includes recommendations for policymakers.

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   What is the difference between initiative and referendum in nonpolitical voting?

   • Citizens draft the proposal, petition to add it to the ballot and vote on it. Meanwhile, referendums originate with the government, and the legislature submits legislation to the people for approval. Can I Apply Initiative and Referendum in Nonpolitical Voting?

   Understanding the Differences Between an Initiative vs. Referendum

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2. www.ncsl.org › initiative-and-referendum-processesInitiative and Referendum Processes - National Conference of ...

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   The citizen initiative process enables citizens to bypass their state legislature by placing proposed statutes and, in some states, constitutional amendments on the ballot. Twenty-four states have citizen initiative processes. The popular referendum process allows voters to approve or repeal an act of the legislature.

3. ballotpedia.org › History_of_initiative_andHistory of initiative and referendum in the U.S. - Ballotpedia

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   Historical foundations of initiative and referendum. The use of the initiative and referendum (I&R) process has ebbed and flowed throughout U.S. history. Initiatives and referendums, which come from a variety of ideologies, can enact changes within governments at the local, state and national levels.

4. www.difference.wiki › initiative-vs-referendumInitiative vs. Referendum: What’s the Difference?

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   Nov 1, 2023 · An initiative is a process allowing citizens to propose laws, while a referendum lets citizens approve or reject laws passed by the legislature. Key Differences. The concepts of Initiative and Referendum both stem from a democratic process, albeit with distinct functionalities.

5. ballot.org › what-are-ballot-measuresWhat are Ballot Initiatives? - Ballot Initiative Strategy Center

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   Ballot initiatives, also commonly known as ballot measures or referendums, are questions placed before voters on local or statewide ballots. The ballot initiative process gives people the ability to propose constitutional amendments or statutes (depending on the state) and collect signatures to place those proposals directly before voters.

6. electionbuddy.com › blog › 2022/01/29Understanding the Differences Between an Initiative vs ...

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   Jan 29, 2022 · The initiative process allows the public to propose a new statute or constitutional amendment; referendum voting allows voters to uphold or repeal a law that was passed by the legislature; We’ll explore both concepts further throughout this article.

7. letthevotersdecide.com › an-overview-and-historyThe Initiative and Referendum Process [An Overview & History]

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   Mar 1, 2021 · To clarify, a legislative referendum is simply a measure given to the people on the ballot by the state legislature. Whereas, a popular referendum is a way for voters to approve or repeal an act of state legislature.

8. vagovernmentmatters.org › files › downloadWhat are Initiatives and Referendums? Lesson Plan

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   The students will: 1. Define initiative and referendum. 2. Compare and contrast initiatives and referendums. 3. Describe the process used in Virginia to get a referendum on the ballot. 4. Evaluate the efficacy of initiatives and referendums.