People's Veto
What is Maine's Law on People's Veto
The people’s veto is a constitutional provision (Art. 4, Pt.3, §17) that allows the citizens of Maine, through the initiative and referendum process, to repeal a piece of legislation passed by the legislature. The people’s veto came into being as part of the initiative and referendum process enacted in 1909. The Legislators' Handbook describes the process: "Voters may petition for a referendum vote on any nonemergency law enacted but not yet in effect. The petition must be filed within the 90 days after the Legislature adjourns. The law does not take effect until after the vote. If the law is not ratified by a majority of voters in a statewide general or special election, it does not take effect." The Law Library maintains a list of Votes on People's Vetoes going back to 1909.
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