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The process where a constitutional amendment is referred to the voters at an election for their approval is known as a "referendum" or "ballot initiative." In this process, the proposed amendment is placed on the ballot, and voters have the opportunity to accept or reject it during an election. This allows citizens to directly participate in the amendment of their constitution. The specific procedures for initiating and conducting referendums can vary by jurisdiction.
ratification of a constitutional amendment.
1913 constitutional amendment was edited [ 17 ]
A constitutional amendment would be required. (:
Direct election of senators to Congress occurred because of the 17th constitutional amendment.
12th
The Twelfth Amendment (Amendment XII) to the United States Constitution provides the procedure by which the President and Vice President are elected.
The seventeenth amendment addressed the issue and process of the election of the US senators.
The 12th Amendment reorganized the system for electing the US President.
The 17th Amendment to the United States Constitution calls for the direct election of senators. Before its ratification in 1913, senators were chosen by state legislatures. The amendment gives citizens the power to vote directly for their senators in elections.
In Missouri, voting on a constitutional amendment can occur during a general election or a special election. Proposed amendments must first be approved by the Missouri General Assembly or through a citizen initiative. Once approved, they are placed on the ballot for voters to decide. The voting typically takes place on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, aligning with general election dates.
The Seventeenth Amendment allowed U.S. Senators to be elected directly by the people.