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Types of Direct Democracy

1. An initiative is a ballot measure that enacts a statute or constitutional amendment if approved by the voters. In order to appear on the ballot, the initiative must obtain a certain number of valid signatures of registered voters. A simple majority of those voting on the measure is needed to enact initiatives.
   
   
2. A referendum is a ballot measure challenging legislation that has been enacted by the legislature and signed by the governor. A referendum petition must qualify within 90 days of the legislation being enacted.
   
   
3. A recall is a ballot measure that calls for the removal of an elected candidate.
   
   

 

 

 

 

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