Indiana Constitution ARTICLE 14.
Indiana Constitution – Article 14: Amendments
Article 14 of the Indiana Constitution outlines the formal process for amending the state constitution. It ensures that constitutional changes are carefully considered by both the legislature and the people of Indiana.
🔹 Summary of Article 14 – Amendments
Section 1 – Proposal of Amendments
Amendments must be proposed in either house of the Indiana General Assembly.
The proposed amendment must be approved by a majority of the members elected to each house.
After a general election, the newly elected General Assembly must also approve the same amendment by a majority vote.
Then, the amendment is submitted to the people for ratification in a statewide election.
If a majority of voters approve the amendment, it becomes part of the Constitution.
🔁 This two-legislature rule ensures continuity and deliberation across election cycles before voters have their say.
Section 2 – Convention
The General Assembly may, by a two-thirds vote in each house, propose to call a constitutional convention to revise, alter, or amend the Constitution.
The proposal must be submitted to the people for approval.
If a majority of voters approve, a convention is held.
🧾 Key Features
Two consecutive legislatures must approve an amendment before it goes to voters.
A statewide majority vote is required for ratification.
Provides for the possibility of a constitutional convention, subject to voter approval.
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