Nevada Constitution articles. 19. Initiative and Referendum
Here’s a summary of Article 19 – Initiative and Referendum from the Nevada Constitution:
Nevada Constitution – Article 19: Initiative and Referendum
Overview:
Article 19 establishes the process by which Nevada citizens can directly participate in lawmaking by proposing new laws (initiatives) or approving/rejecting laws passed by the Legislature (referendums).
Key Provisions:
Initiative Power:
Qualified voters in Nevada have the right to propose statutes and constitutional amendments by submitting petitions with a required number of signatures.
Initiatives, once qualified, are placed on the ballot for a popular vote.
Referendum Power:
Citizens can petition to have laws passed by the Legislature referred to the voters for approval or rejection.
This allows voters to repeal or approve laws already enacted by the Legislature.
Petition Requirements:
The Constitution sets the number of signatures needed as a percentage of votes cast in the previous election.
Petitions must meet deadlines and procedural requirements to be valid.
Ballot Procedures:
The Secretary of State is responsible for verifying petitions and placing initiatives and referendums on the ballot.
Voting results determine whether the proposed law or repeal is adopted.
Effect of Adoption:
Laws or constitutional amendments adopted by initiative or referendum have the same force as those passed by the Legislature.
Limitations:
Certain matters may be excluded from the initiative or referendum process as provided by law.
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