Which statements apply to both the initiative and referendum processes in Michigan? Check all that apply.The legislature must approve the measure before the citizens do.Citizens must gather petition signatures as part of the process.The process concludes with a vote on the measure in a general election.Only new laws or amendments to existing laws are considered.The process is designed to alter or repeal laws passed by the legislature.
Answer
A
The legislature must approve the measure before the citizens do.
B
Citizens must gather petition signatures as part of the process.
C
The process concludes with a vote on the measure in a general election.
D
Only new laws or amendments to existing laws are considered.
E
The process is designed to alter or repeal laws passed by the legislature.
Explanation
Both processes require citizens to collect petition signatures to qualify a measure for the ballot. In Michigan, the measure is then decided by voters in a general election. The legislature does not have to approve it before citizens do; initiatives can propose new laws, while referendums let voters review laws the legislature has passed.
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