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How many states does take to ratify an amendment?

It takes at least 3/4 of the states to ratify an amendment. Since there are 50 states now, that means you would need at least 38 states for ratification.


How many state legislatures need to ratify an amendment?

It takes at least 3/4 of the states to ratify an amendment. Since there are 50 states now, that means you would need at least 38 states for ratification.


Who must ratify any proposed amendment?

The states. And if they do, there is NO veto possible by any group or individual.


Why is jaded to ratify an amendment than to propose it?

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Who opposed the 26th amendment and why?

The only states that opposed or at least didn't ratify Amendment 26 was Florida, Mississippi, Nevada, Kentucky, North Dakota, Utah, and New Mexico. The Amendment passed on July 1, 1971.


What is the last step in ratifying the amendment?

That would be ratification by at least 38 states.


What fraction of the states must vote in favor of an amendment before it becomes part of the constitution?

If 2/3* of the members present at the time of of the vote in the House and Senate vote to propose the amendment, the amendment is passed to the States. At least 3/4 (38) of the States must then ratify the amendment. The States can ratify the amendment either through their legislature or by convention. * 67 votes in favor of the amendment is not required for passage unless all 100 Senators are there. If only 60 Senators are there at the time of the vote, 40 votes would satisfy the 2/3 requirement.


What must happen for an amendment to become part of a constitution?

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Which state's ratification guaranteed the constitution's approval?

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What does the amendment require for approval?

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