Initiative and referendum requirements.
This joint resolution proposes amending the Wyoming Constitution to change signature requirements for initiative and referendum petitions. Currently, petitions need signatures from at least 15% of voters in at least two-thirds of counties; the amendment would require signatures from 15% of voters in at least two-thirds of legislative districts instead. It directly affects citizens and groups seeking to place proposals on ballots through citizen initiatives or referendums. The bill states this change aims to align with the "one person, one vote" principle by ensuring more equitable geographic representation in petition collection. (Note: This is a proposed constitutional amendment, not yet enacted.)
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Feb 2022
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Introduced Feb 18, 2022
Last action Feb 18, 2022
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