state constitutional amendment
Coverage of state constitutional amendment in the Nexus archive.
- Maryland lawmakers approve redistricting referendum
Maryland lawmakers approved a redistricting referendum for voters to decide on a state constitutional amendment clarifying congressional redistricting rules. The bill passed the House 96-38 and Senate 32-13 and now awaits the governor's signature.
- Chicago millionaire tax proposal: Alderman explains the push for a vote
A proposal to create a millionaire tax in Chicago could return to the City Council. The resolution seeks a state constitutional amendment to enable voters to decide on a 3% tax on net income exceeding $1 million.
- New York Democrats advance redistricting ballot measure, tee up second vote
New York Democrats advanced a redistricting ballot measure to facilitate redrawing congressional lines, aiming to create a more favorable House map for 2028. The measure, passed as a state constitutional amendment, retains the independent redistricting commission while revising its structure.