The initiative and referendum process in Arizona has been in use since Arizona attained statehood in 1912. The first initiative was passed the same year Arizona was granted statehood when on November 5, 1912, an initiative relating to women's suffrage was passed by a greater than two to one margin.[1] The initiative process has long been a staple of Arizona politics, with 15 proposals appearing in the 1914 election, and recently in 2006 when voters were presented with 19.
Prior to 1976, ballot propositions were not assigned a measure number. Since then, they have been identified by a 3-digit number. Ballot propositions beginning with "1" are initiatives and referendums to amend the state constitution, those beginning with "2" are initiatives to amend state statutes, and those beginning with "3" are referendums on acts to amend state statutes.
The Arizona Medical Marijuana Act protects terminally or seriously ill patients from state prosecution for using limited amounts of marijuana on their doctor's recommendation.
Yes
841,348
837,008
301
Transfer money from a land-conservation fund to the general fund
No
416,323
1,185,461
302
Measure to repeal First Things First early childhood program
No
492,060
1,142,744
Source:
2000s
2008
November 4, 2008 General election
Prop. num.
Description
Result
YES votes
NO votes
Type
100
Amendment to the constitution to prohibit the creation of any state level tax on the sale or transfer of real property.
Yes
1,355,494
407,722
101
Proposed amendment to the constitution to guarantee the freedom of choice regarding health care providers and system.
Amendment to the constitution defining marriage as being between a man and a woman only.
Yes
1,039,606
801,279
105
Proposed amendment to the constitution to prevent the subsequent passage of any initiative measure imposing additional taxes or spending, except when approved by a majority of all qualified voters, turnout notwithstanding.
No
595,638
1,142,732
200
Proposal to reform the payday loan industry with several pro-consumer changes including reduced rate limits, no-cost repayment options and borrowing caps on consumers. Proposal would extend existing exemptions for payday loan industry regarding maximum interest rates.
No
710,087
1,042,413
201
Proposal to create a homeowners' "Bill of Rights", mandating certain rights for the purchasers of new homes including a guaranteed ten-year warranty, right to demand correction of construction mistakes and the right to participate in the selection of contractors to enact repairs.
Proposition 202 changes current Arizona law that prohibits employers from intentionally or knowingly employing an alien who is not authorized under federal law to work in the United States. Under Proposition 202, the definition of "knowingly employ an unauthorized alien" would be changed to require actual knowledge by an owner or officer of the employer.
No
725,963
1,048,966
300
Referred proposal to increase the salaries of state legislators to $30,000.
No
630,676
1,147,956
Source:
2006
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums. Full text of each proposition is available here.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
Yes
1,170,961
332,461
Proposed amendment to the constitution to deny bail to persons charged with serious felonies who are in the US illegally. proposed statute
101
Yes
736,169
715,154
Proposed amendment to the constitution to modify the method in which cities, towns, counties and educational districts calculate property tax levies. proposed statute
102
Yes
1,102,237
382,714
Proposed amendment to the constitution to deny the award of punitive damages in civil court cases to persons who are in the US illegally. proposed statute
103
Yes
1,114,273
391,497
Proposed amendment to the constitution to declare English the official language of the state. proposed statute
104
Yes
849,097
580,639
Proposed amendment to the constitution to allow cities and towns to take on more debt for the maintenance of transportation infrastructure and basic city services. proposed statute
105
No
410,106
1,020,807
Proposed amendment to the constitution to create up to 400,000 acres (1,600 km2) of non-urban trust land for conservation in exchange for the sale of trust land designated as urban. proposed statute
106
No
701,646
739,540
Proposed amendment to the constitution to allow the creation of 694,000 acres (2,810 km2) of trust land for conservation while permitting the conveyance of other state lands without auction. proposed statute
'Protect Marriage Arizona' - Proposed amendment to the constitution to define marriage as being between a man and a woman and prohibiting the creation of a legal status similar to marriage for unmarried persons. proposed statute
200
No
496,641
991,284
'Arizona Voter Reward Act' proposing the creation of a $1,000,000 reward in a random lottery to promote voter participation. proposed statute
201
Yes
828,685
684,711
'Smoke-Free Arizona Act' proposing a ban on smoking in all public places and places of employment while exempting private residences, tobacco stores, designated smoking rooms in hotels/motels, veterans/fraternal clubs, Native American religious ceremonies and outdoor patios. proposed statute
202
Yes
987,347
523,070
Proposal to increase the state minimum wage to $6.75. proposed statute
203
Yes
793,312
698,286
Proposal to establish an early childhood development program funded through an increase on state tobacco taxes. proposed statute
'Humane Treatment of Animals Act' proposing to ban certain confining of pigs or calves. proposed statute
205
No
431,879
1,060,467
'Your Right to Vote by Mail Act' proposing a requirement that a mail-in ballot be distributed to every registered voter and all elections be conducted via mail. proposed statute
206
No
640,851
861,440
'Arizona Non-Smoker Protection Act' proposing to ban smoking in public places and places of employment except bars that prohibit minors and have separate ventilation systems, private residences, tobacco stores, designated hotel/motel rooms, veterans and fraternal clubs, Native American religious ceremonies, and outdoor patios. proposed statute
'Private Property Rights Protection Act' proposing to establish additional rights for individuals whose property is taken through eminent domain; also prohibiting the taking of property for economic development. proposed statute
300
Yes
1,060,444
423,994
Referendum on a proposal to require citizenship for eligibility for various subsidized services such as in-state tuition and financial assistance. proposed statute
301
Yes
856,591
620,549
Referendum on a proposal to make ineligible for mandatory probation persons convicted of offenses involving the use of methamphetamines. proposed statute
302
No
707,861
774,928
Referendum on a proposal to increase state legislators' salaries. proposed statute
2004
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
818,497
892,654
Would have amended the constitution to allow for the exchange of state trust lands with other public lands. Substantially similar to Proposition 101 of 2002.
101
Yes
894,807
726,167
Amended the constitution to require all subsequent ballot initiatives and referendums specify a new source of revenue for any required expenditure.
102
No
792,277
853,632
Would have amended the constitution to allow the state to license or transfer any technology or intellectual property created within the state university system in exchange for ownership interests or securities in the acquiring company.
103
Yes
896,706
767,253
Amended the constitution to require that any temporary appointments to the office of Justice of the Peace have the same qualifications as a permanent candidate for the office.
104
No
536,410
1,147,169
Would have amended the constitution to move the filing deadline for ballot initiatives from 4 months prior to the election, to 7 months. Petitions would still be allowed to circulate for 20 months prior to the deadline.
105
Yes
1,046,048
638,620
Amended the constitution to add 2 positions to the State Board of Education.
200
Yes
1,041,741
830,467
Requires that voters be able to produce both identification and proof of citizenship prior to being allowed to vote in any election. The same requirements were also enacted for any person prior to receiving any state or locally funded benefits.
300
No
699,575
1,076,494
Would have raised the salary of state legislators from $24,000 to $36,000.
2002
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
479,702
659,378
Would have amended the constitution to allow counties, cities and towns to incur additional amounts of debt for the construction of transportation infrastructure.
101
No
558,658
577,462
Would have amended the constitution to allow the state to exchange state trust lands for other public lands, provided the exchange was for land of equal or greater value and conservation of lands was maintained.
102
Yes
907,410
221,281
Amended the constitution to clarify the income requirements pertaining to a section of the constitution allowing senior citizens to freeze their property values with regards to property taxation. This amendment clarified changes enacted by Proposition 104 of 2000.
103
Yes
924,161
224,709
Amended the constitution to add to the list of crimes for which certain accused offenders could not qualify for bail. The amendment added sexual assault, sexual conduct with a minor under 15, and molestation of a minor under 15. Previous wording in the constitution listed capital offenses and felonies under other specific circumstances.
104
Yes
758,695
323,626
Amended the constitution to exempt certain sources of funding from an existing expenditure limit on public school districts. Specifically, revenues earned through a sales tax enacted by Proposition 301 of 2000, as well as Proposition 300 of 2002, were exempted from this restriction.
200
No
173,126
995,686
Would have directed the Governor to enter into revised gaming compacts with any of the native tribes that request a new compact.
201
No
234,935
947,341
Would have directed the Governor to enter into revised gaming compacts with any tribe upon request. This proposition would have also modified existing state law to allow for the use of slot machines on horse and dog racing facilities.
202
Yes
610,900
590,064
Directed the Governor to enter into revised gaming compacts with any of the native tribes that request a new compact. This proposition differed from Proposition 200 in its allocation of the state's share of gaming revenues as well as imposing additional limits on the location of gaming facilities.
203
No
504,607
678,446
Would have decriminalized the possession and use of small quantities of marijuana. The proposal would also have required the state to supply 2 ounces of medical grade marijuana to certain seriously or terminally ill patients.
300
Yes
855,687
274,316
Redirected certain budgetary surpluses from the state land trust program to education. The statute specified that these funds were to be in addition to, rather than a replacement for, funding of education from other sources.
301
Yes
845,072
317,246
Extended the expiration date of the state lottery program from 2003 to 2012.
302
Yes
803,354
348,369
Allowed first time offenders of personal drug use or possession to be eligible for treatment and probation in lieu of incarceration except in cases where other drug related crimes have been committed.
303
Yes
791,295
389,619
Increased the tax rate on cigarettes and other tobacco products by over 100%, while maintaining the current laws regarding the expenditure of the revenues from the sale of tobacco products.
304
No
361,902
771,271
Would have increased the salary for state legislators from $24,000 to $36,000.
2000
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
669,630
706,518
Would have amended the constitution by making several changes dealing with state trust lands. Among the changes would be the conservation of up to 270,000 acres (1,100 km2) as protected lands, the ability to transfer trust lands to school districts without compensation, and change the manner in which lands are sold or transferred.
101
Yes
886,774
546,439
Amended the constitution to update the language with regards to disabilities. The amendment also updated the language to stipulate 18 as the minimum age to vote in line with the US Constitution, as well as dispensing of a one-year residency requirement.
102
No
538,104
896,500
Would have amended the constitution to require subsequent ballot initiatives relating to the taking of wildlife on public lands be passed with a two-thirds majority to take effect.
103
Yes
743,284
659,748
Amended the constitution to expand the Corporation Commission from three to five members, reduce the length of a term from six to four years, and increase the term limit from one to two terms.
104
Yes
906,395
513,825
Amended the constitution to allow property owners over the age of 65 to request that their property valuations for taxation purposes be frozen and immune to increase, provided the property is their primary place of residence.
105
Yes
975,869
450,971
Amended the constitution to exempt cemeteries from property taxation.
106
Yes
784,272
612,686
Amended the constitution to establish the Citizens' Independent Redistricting Commission to draw legislative and congressional district boundaries. Prior wording held the state legislature responsible for redrawing boundaries in accordance with the decennial census.
108
No
281,017
1,152,998
Would have amended the constitution to deregulate telephone companies in markets where significant competition exists. Existing language stipulates that the Corporation Commission is responsible for setting rates.
200
Yes
837,557
605,094
Would have set into law the method of disbursing and spending the approximately $3.2 billion the state anticipated to collect as part of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Targeted for the funds include education aimed at the prevention of tobacco use among minors as well as health care. While this proposition passed, it received fewer votes than competing measure Proposition 204 and was thus not enacted into law.
202
No
436,345
1,027,674
Would have enacted a comprehensive reform of growth management, including the requirement for cities and towns with a population of 2500 or greater to adopt growth management plans, prohibiting development beyond identified urban growth regions. The proposition would have also enacted numerous changes to county and municipal zoning procedures.
203
Yes
925,415
542,942
Requires all public school instruction to be given in the English language, except students designated as "English Learners" who would be placed in an intensive English immersion program.
204
Yes
903,134
532,317
Sets into law the method of disbursing and spending the approximately $3.2 billion the state anticipated to collect as part of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Targets for the funds include education aimed at the prevention of tobacco use among minors as well as health care. Substantially similar to Proposition 200. As this proposition received more votes, it supersedes the provisions of Proposition 200.
300
No
521,603
922,462
Would have increased the salaries of legislators from $24,000 to $30,000.
301
Yes
778,807
675,941
Enacts a sales tax increase of 0.6% for 20 years for the purpose of funding education.
1990s
1998
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
Yes
570,271
358,449
Amended the constitution to add rules to the public retirement system used in the state, applying to various public employees including teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, judges, elected officials and other government employees. Among the new rules are a constitutional guarantee that retirement benefits not be reduced or impaired.
101
No
338,030
602,185
Would have amended the constitution to rename the Commission on Salaries for Elective State Officers to the Arizona Citizens Commission on Salaries for Elective State Officers and increase its membership from 5 to 11. The amendment would have changed the method in which the salaries for state officials, except the legislature, are set.
102
Yes
488,711
427,665
Amended the constitution to allow the state to invest a portion of its trust funds into stocks. Previous wording restricted the investment of state trust funds into interest-bearing equities such as savings accounts and bonds.
103
Yes
576,466
375,832
Amended the constitution to allow voters registered under a minor party or those not declaring party preference to vote in the primary election of the party of their choice. The amendment did not change the requirement that a voter registered under a party holding its own primary must vote in that election.
104
No
417,926
502,946
Would have amended the constitution with regards to approved ballot measures. The amendment would have prevented the Governor from vetoing any approved measure, and would have prevented the Legislature from repealing any measure for five years. The amendment would also have required a 2/3 vote by the Legislature to amend any approved ballot measure. Proposition 104 was in competition with Proposition 105.
105
Yes
476,770
435,520
Amended the constitution with regards to approved ballot measures. The wording of the amendment prevents the Governor from vetoing any approved measure, and prevents the Legislature from repealing any measure indefinitely. The amendment also requires a 3/4 vote by the Legislature to amend any approved ballot measure. Proposition 105 was in competition with Proposition 104.
200
Yes
481,963
459,373
Established the Citizens Clean Election Commission, to provide for campaign reform via public funding to candidates who agree to certain spending limits in their campaign.
201
Yes
666,058
312,368
Banned cockfighting and made the possession of cocks with intent to fight, participation in cockfighting, or allowing cockfighting to take place on one's property a felony.
202
No
409,133
499,896
Would have allowed candidates to federal offices to take up a voluntary pledge to eliminate the Internal Revenue Service. Participating candidates would have a note designating their participation next to their name on applicable ballots.
300
No
418,303
562,091
Would have restricted the prescription of controlled substances to those that received approval of the United States Congress or the Food and Drug Administration. This was a referendum on laws enacted by Proposition 200 of 1996.
301
No
464,776
494,520
Would have allowed those convicted of a crime involving the possession or use of controlled substances to qualify for parole on their first or second violations, mandating drug treatment or education. This was a referendum on laws enacted by Proposition 200 of 1996.
302
Yes
544,969
421,627
Increased the salaries of state legislators from $15,000 to $24,000.
303
Yes
501,358
446,598
Set aside $20 million annually for the purchase or lease of state trust lands, for the purpose of preservation from development.
304
Yes
652,479
324,514
Extended the termination date of the state lottery program from 1999 to 2003.
1996
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
520,450
752,145
Would have amended the state constitution to allow the state legislature to specify an effective date for certain types of legislation, including emergency laws, monetary appropriations and tax increases. Existing wording states these types of laws become effective immediately upon being signed by the Governor.
101
Yes
664,231
625,314
Amended the constitution to allow the legislature to pass laws granting partial exemptions on property taxes to properties used for agriculture or enterprise.
102
Yes
844,922
496,720
Amended the constitution to specify that juveniles aged 15 and older who are accused of murder, rape, armed robbery or other violent crimes, or who are otherwise chronic offenders, be prosecuted as adults. The amendment also allows county attorneys to establish community based alternatives in the cases of less serious crimes.
200
Yes
872,235
461,332
Created new state laws regarding controlled substances. Among the new laws are rules stipulating that persons convicted of violent crimes while under the influence of a controlled substance serve 100% of their sentence without parole and allow for the prescribing of controlled substances in certain medical cases.
201
Yes
858,903
484,554
Modified state law to compel the state to enter into gaming compacts with any tribes who had not already negotiated a compact with the state to date, on request of the tribe.
203
Yes
940,588
365,548
Modified state laws to allocate a $17 million of revenues gathered from the state lottery system to health and welfare. Eligibility requirements for state funded health care were also relaxed.
300
No
412,585
614,626
Would have increased the salary for state legislators from $15,000 to $24,000.
1994
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
375,336
705,766
Would have amended the constitution to create the office of Lieutenant Governor of Arizona for the purpose of succession in the case of a permanent vacancy of the office of Governor, and to act as Governor during a temporary absence. The proposed wording would have stipulated the office be held by a member of the same party as the Governor and run for office on a joint ticket.
101
No
432,616
630,955
Would have amended the constitution to allow state trust lands to be exchanged for other publicly or privately held lands, provided the lands were of equal value and the purpose of the exchange was to consolidate state lands or to acquire land for public purposes. Substantially similar to Proposition 102 in 1992, which was rejected.
102
Yes
552,028
515,611
Amended the constitution to exempt animals used primarily for agricultural purposes from being taxed as property.
103
No
431,846
663,313
Would have amended the constitution to allow for the passage of laws restricting the right of a person to sue for damages due to injury or death, and would allow for the passage of laws restricting the amounts recoverable as damages in such cases. Existing wording prohibits the passage of any laws restricting these rights.
200
Yes
565,096
547,189
Increased the state tax rates on cigarettes and other tobacco products. The majority (70%) of the revenue generated by the tax increase was designated for health care for low-income families. 23% was designated as funding for educational programs aimed at the reduction in the use of tobacco.
201
Yes
635,277
450,581
Amended state laws regarding the taking of wildlife to prohibit certain methods of capture, prohibiting the use of leghold traps, snares and poisons. The prohibition does not apply to wildlife control or the trapping of non fur-bearing rodents. Substantially similar to Proposition 200 in 1992.
300
No
412,585
614,626
Would have created additional rules and procedures involving the taking of private property for public interests.
301
No
404,231
646,407
Would have created numerous new rules regarding civil claims.
302
No
428,324
655,174
Would have raised the salary for state legislatures from $15,000 to $19,750.
1992
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
Yes
927,913
455,712
Amended the constitution to allow a plurality of votes for state executive offices to be sufficient. Previous wording required a runoff election in the event no candidate received a majority of the votes.
101
Yes
745,091
615,306
Amended the constitution to change the length of the term of the office of State Mine Inspector from a two-year term to a four-year term.
102
No
631,737
720,650
Would have amended the constitution to allow state trust lands to be exchanged for other publicly or privately held lands, provided the lands were of equal value and the purpose of the exchange was to consolidate state lands or to acquire land for public purposes.
103
Yes
1,040,535
314,919
Amended the constitution to require subsequent death sentences in Arizona to be carried out by lethal injection rather than cyanide gas. Inmates already sentenced to death prior to the amendment would be given a choice in the method of execution.
104
Yes
732,030
601,700
Amended the constitution to allow municipal and county governments to request an adjustment to their maximum budgetary spending during all general elections. Previous wording restricted votes on the matter to certain local election events.
105
Yes
701,036
865,289
Amended the constitution to allow counties with a population of 500,000 and greater to establish a charter form of government and to enact local ordinances. Previous wording in the constitution required counties to seek ordinances via the state legislature.
106
No
701,036
865,289
Would have amended the constitution to allow elementary school districts to incur a debt load equal to 20% of the value of the district's taxable properties. Existing wording limits the debt load to 15%.
107
Yes
1,026,830
356,799
Amended the constitution to enact term limits on various offices. A limit of 4 terms was placed on state legislative offices and the office of State Mine Inspector, a limit of 2 terms was placed on state executive offices, and a limit of 1 term on corporation commission members. The amendment also effectively limited United States Senators to 2 terms and United States Representatives to 3 terms by restricting ballot access; a subsequent US Supreme Court case ruled such state level restrictions as unenforceable.[5]
108
Yes
975,191
381,777
Amended the constitution to require a two-thirds vote by the State Legislature when passing any legislation increasing state revenues through a change in tax allocation, such as an increase in taxation levels or a reduction in credits and exemptions.
109
Yes
738,655
537,475
Amended the constitution to provide for increased public participation in the nomination and evaluation of judges in Maricopa and Pima Counties. The amendment requires public hearings and votes to be held prior to the nomination of any supreme court, court of appeals or superior court judges in these counties.
110
No
447,654
975,251
Would have amended the constitution to prohibit abortions except in cases of rape, incest, or when deemed necessary to the life of the mother. The amendment would have also provided for court-appointed representation to protect the rights of unborn children.
200
No
545,977
889,722
Would have created state laws to prohibit the use of certain methods of taking wildlife in the state of Arizona. The prohibition would have included the use of snares and leghold traps, as well as lethal methods including poisons, explosives, flammable and pyrotechnic devices. The prohibition would not have applied to the legal use of firearms in hunting, nor would it have applied to non-lethal use of the above means for wildlife study andmanagement.
300
Yes
880,488
555,189
Combined the observance of Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays into a single President's Day, and established the observance of Martin Luther King Day as an official state holiday.
301
No
488,271
911,025
Would have increased the salary for state legislatures from $15,000 to $19,748.
1990
Shaded entries indicate citizen initiatives and referendums.
Prop. num.
Passed
YES votes
NO votes
Description
100
No
466,089
567,267
Proposed constitutional amendment regarding state school and trust lands. Would allow for the exchange of state trust lands with private or other public lands.
101
No
401,165
622,210
Proposed constitutional amendment regarding public debt and taxation. Would change the allowed purposes a city or town may incur debt.
102
Yes
543,966
473,111
Proposed constitutional amendment regarding the judicial department. Would prescribe the jurisdiction for justice of the peace courts.
103
No
354,733
687,977
Proposed constitutional amendment regarding education. Would establish a "classroom improvement program" through additional funding for schools, and requiring core goals be met by school districts.
104
Yes
589,870
443,930
Proposed constitutional amendment regarding victims' rights. Provides victims of crimes with additional rights regarding the prosecution of criminals.
105
No
180,922
865,289
Proposed constitutional amendment compensation for motor vehicle accidents.
200
Yes
648,046
394,952
Proposal to allow funding from the Arizona State Lottery for the use of the State Parks program and the Game and Fish Department for preservation.
201
No
231,266
820,653
Proposal to create a state insurance board and create broad regulations regarding automobile insurance.
202
No
346,926
691,580
Proposal to alter state statutes regarding waste disposal, including groundwater monitoring.
203
No
156,301
892,794
Proposal to alter statutes regarding automobile insurance.
300
No
337,868
699,589
Referendum to increase the salaries for elected state officials.
301
No
251,308
768,763
Referendum on an act to create a state holiday for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
302
No
517,882
535,151
Referendum on an act to restore Columbus Day as a state holiday, and create a state holiday for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day/Civil Rights Day.
1912 to 1990
1988
Proposition 106, establishing English as the official state language passes by a narrow 50.5 to 49.5 margin. Later overturned by the Arizona Supreme Court as unconstitutional in 1998.
The Arizona Constitution, Article XXVIII:
Section 2. The official language of the state of Arizona is English.
Section 3. A. Representatives of government in this state shall preserve, protect and
enhance the role of English as the official language of the government of Arizona.
Section 3. B. A person shall not be discriminated against or penalized in any way because the
person uses or attempts to use English in public or private communication.
Section 4. Official actions shall be conducted in English.
Section 5. Rules of construction, clarifies that The constitution does not "prohibit" other communication.
Section 1.notes the law does not apply to:
(a) The teaching of or the encouragement of learning languages other than English.
(b) Actions required under the federal individuals with disabilities education act or other
federal laws.
(c) Actions, documents or policies necessary for tourism, commerce or international
trade.
(d) Actions or documents that protect the public health and safety, including law
enforcement and emergency services.
(e) Actions that protect the rights of victims of crimes or criminal defendants.
(f) Using terms of art or phrases from languages other than English.
(g) Using or preserving Native American languages.
(h) Providing assistance to hearing impaired or illiterate persons.
(i) Informal and nonbinding translations or communications among or between
representatives of government and other persons if this activity does not affect or impair
supervision, management, conduct or execution of official actions and if the
representatives of government make clear that these translations or communications are
unofficial and are not binding on this state or a political subdivision of this state.
(j) Actions necessary to preserve the right to petition for the redress of grievances.
[1]
1980
Proposition 200, providing for a state lottery passes by a narrow 51 to 49 margin. Lottery History
1968
Proposition 104, changed the term of office for Governor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, Attorney General, and Superintendent of Public Instruction from two years to four effective with the terms beginning in January 1971.
1946
Dual initiatives establishing Arizona as a Right-to-work state pass.
1916
Initiative to abolish the death penalty passes. A similar initiative failed in 1914. Repealed by another initiative in 1918.
1914
Constitutional amendment protecting citizen initiative from veto power as well as exempting them from repeal by the state legislature.
1912
Initiative to grant universal suffrage to women passes by a 2 to 1 margin. Arizona's first ballot measure.
^"Arizona". iandrinstitute.org. Initiative & Referendum Institute at the University of Southern California. Archived from the original on February 9, 2007.
