How are constitutional amendments presented to voters in Georgia?

How are constitutional amendments presented to voters in Georgia?

• A. Vetted by a constitutional commission
• B. A statewide ballot for a public vote in a general election
• C. Submitted to the Governor for approval
• D. Passed by the General Assembly and take effect automatically

Answer: (B)

In Georgia, constitutional amendments are presented to voters by placing them on a statewide ballot for a public vote during a general election after the General Assembly approves the amendment with a supermajority in both chambers. This process means there isn’t a separate commission review, no need for the governor’s signature, and they don’t take effect automatically. If a majority of voters in the statewide referendum approve the amendment, it becomes part of the Constitution; if not, it fails. This is why the correct description centers on a statewide ballot in a general election.

In Georgia, constitutional amendments are presented to voters by placing them on a statewide ballot for a public vote during a general election after the General Assembly approves the amendment with a supermajority in both chambers. This process means there isn’t a separate commission review, no need for the governor’s signature, and they don’t take effect automatically. If a majority of voters in the statewide referendum approve the amendment, it becomes part of the Constitution; if not, it fails. This is why the correct description centers on a statewide ballot in a general election.