2008 Senate Bill 1539

Require pre-approval of Constitutional initiative language

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 24, 2008

Introduced by Sen. John Gleason (D-27)

To require the language of statewide ballot initiatives that propose to amend the Constitution to be pre-approved for clarity by the state board of canvassers before the initiative sponsors can begin collecting petition signatures. Under current law an initiative sponsor may do this but it is not required.

Referred to the Committee on Campaign and Election Oversight

Oct. 2, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Nov. 12, 2008

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Nov. 13, 2008

Amendment offered by Sen. Gilda Jacobs (D-14)

Consideration postponed

Motion by Sen. Alan L. Cropsey (R-33)

The motion failed 21 to 15 (details)