Bill > SJR0011

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to establish direct democracy mechanisms in Indiana, specifically introducing ballot initiatives and referendums. The amendment would empower Indiana voters to propose and adopt state constitutional amendments through initiatives, and approve or reject statutes or parts of statutes enacted by the General Assembly through referendums. To trigger an initiative or referendum, petitioners must gather signatures equal to 5% of votes cast in the most recent Secretary of State election. If approved by a majority of voters, an initiative or referendum would take effect five days after certification, with special provisions for funding requirements and potential conflicts between multiple measures. The amendment also specifies that the governor cannot veto voter-approved initiatives or referendums, and requires the General Assembly to establish initiative and referendum processes for local government units. This represents a significant expansion of direct citizen participation in Indiana's legislative process by allowing voters to directly propose and potentially nullify legislation.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/resolutions/senate/joint/11/details