On June 27, Nebraska state officials filed this reply brief in Eggers v Evnen, 22-2268. This is the case over the county distribution requirement for Nebraska initiatives. The state argues that county distribution requirements are only unconstitutional for candidate petitions … Continue reading
On June 28, the Nevada Supreme Court dismissed a challenge to the top-five ballot initiative. Even though the petition had not yet been submitted, opponents had charged it does not qualify for the ballot because it violates the single-subject rule. … Continue reading
On June 29, John F. Wood, a centrist independent who is assured of substantial financial backing, announced for the Missouri U.S. Senate seat as an independent candidate. He needs 10,000 signatures by August 1. … Continue reading
On June 28, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to allow Louisiana to keep the U.S. House districts the legislature had drawn earlier this year. Ardoin v Robinson, A21814. The Court also accepted the case for a full review in … Continue reading
This excellent Stateline article explains many reasons why petitioning has become more difficult in the last few years. Thanks to Eric Wong for the link. … Continue reading
