Citizen-Initiated Ballot Measures: A State-by-State Overview
26 U.S. states allow citizen-initiated ballot measures, while 24 states rely on local initiatives.
State & Local Politics
Robe & Gavel: SCOTUS Begins First Week Of February 2024 Sitting
Welcome to the Feb. 5 edition of Robe & Gavel, Ballotpedia’s newsletter about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and other judicial happenings around the U.S.
Texas House Republicans Face Record Number Of Primary Challengers After Divisive Votes
59 contested Republican primaries signal increased challenges for GOP incumbents in Texas
Oregon Supreme Court Upholds Secretary Of State’s Interpretation Of Measure 113 Excluding 10 Senators From Seeking Re-election After Their Walkout Last May
The Oregon Supreme Court ruled that nine Republican state senators and one independent could not seek re-election under Measure 113
South Carolina And Nevada Primaries: What’s At Stake For Presidential Candidates
Democratic and Republican candidates face crucial tests in upcoming primaries as delegate counts unfold.
New RCV Bans On The Table, But Bills Supporting Ranked-choice Outnumber Opposition Legislation In 2024 Sessions
Republican legislators have introduced new ranked-choice voting (RCV) prohibitions in five states so far this year.
State Legislatures Act On 316 Bills, With Republicans Sponsoring Majority
Republican trifectas dominate active bills this week, accounting for almost half of legislative activity
75 Bills Introduced In Legislative Sessions So Far On RCV
75 bills introduced in legislative sessions so far on RCV
Nonbinding Party Platform Questions Appear On State Primary Ballots In Georgia, South Carolina, And Texas
Democratic and Republican parties gauge voter support for policy proposals through advisory questions.