Idaho Constitution Article XX - Amendments
Illinois Constitution – Article XIV: Constitutional Revision outlines how the Illinois Constitution may be amended or revised. Here’s a breakdown of the key provisions in Article XIV:
Summary of Article XIV – Constitutional Revision
Section 1. Constitutional Convention
The General Assembly may propose a constitutional convention by a three-fifths vote of each house.
The proposal must be submitted to voters at the next general election occurring at least 6 months after the proposal.
Alternatively, every 20 years, the Secretary of State must automatically place the question of calling a constitutional convention on the ballot.
A majority of voters in the election must approve the convention.
If approved, delegates are elected, and their proposed changes are submitted to the public for a vote.
Section 2. Amendments by General Assembly
The General Assembly can propose amendments to the Constitution by a three-fifths vote in each house.
Amendments are submitted to voters at the next general election.
To be ratified, amendments must be approved by:
Either three-fifths of those voting on the amendment, or
A majority of those voting in the election.
Section 3. Constitutional Initiative for Legislative Article
Citizens may propose amendments to Article IV (Legislature) through initiative petitions.
The petition must be signed by a number of voters equal to at least 8% of the total votes cast for governor in the last election.
Petitions must be filed at least 6 months before a general election.
Only structural and procedural subjects of Article IV may be changed this way.
Section 4. Constitutional Amendments Limitation
No more than three amendments proposed by the General Assembly may be submitted to voters at one time.
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