Texas HJR87 proposes a constitutional amendment to reserve to the people the powers of initiative and referendum.
Texas HJR87 proposes a constitutional amendment to reserve to the people the powers of initiative and referendum. This means citizens can propose statutory and constitutional measures by petition for submission to the electorate. The initiative allows citizens to propose new laws, while the referendum allows citizens to repeal existing laws. The amendment outlines the process for submitting petitions, including signature requirements and the role of the secretary of state in certifying petitions. The amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 4, 2025 election.
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