According to Ballotpedia.org, a ballot initiative is a means by which a petition signed by a certain minimum number of registered voters can bring about a public vote on a proposed statute or constitutional amendment. Ballot initiatives are also called, depending on the state, “popular initiative,” “voter initiative,” “citizen initiative” or just “initiative.”
Twenty-four states allow ballot initiatives, which are a form of direct democracy.
Each state has its own requirements for how many signatures are required, how many days can be spent collecting the signatures and when petitions must be turned in. States also vary on the average amount of money spent by initiative committees to support or oppose ballot measures.
Learn more about ballot initiatives and GMO labeling legislation in your state.
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