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2013 ballot measures
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Five ballot questions are certified for a spot on three statewide ballots in 2013 as of May 23, 2013. Proposed measures can be found here.
So far, six states have been identified as having the potential to see measures on the ballot in 2013. Those states are: Colorado, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Washington. Historically, elections on odd-numbered years see about forty-five measures on average; there were thirty-four in 2011. Initiatives that have already filed signatures and are pending certification can be found here.
This page is updated as measures are certified. In the mean time, keep an eye on pending and proposed measures and read the Tuesday Count for weekly updates.
By date
November 5
By state
Colorado
| Type | Title | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| LRSS | Marijuana Excise Tax | Taxes | Implements a 15% excise tax on all marijuana sales in the state |
| LRSS | Marijuana Sales Tax | Taxes | Implements a 10% sales tax on marijuana sales in the state |
New Jersey
| Type | Title | Subject | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| LRCA | Minimum Wage Increase Amendment | Minimum wage | Increases the state minimum wage. |
Washington
| Type | Title | Subject | Description |
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| ITL | Initiative 517 | Direct democracy | Penalties for harassing petition organizers, limit pre-election litigation, extend signature gathering time |
| ITL | Initiative 522 | Business regulation | Requires labels on food offered for sale if food is made with genetic material changed |
See also
- Potential 2013 ballot measures
- Polls, 2013 ballot measures
- 2013 ballot measure calendar
- Petition drive deadlines, 2013
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