Bills Which Require 2/3 Majority of Legislature

Bills Which Require 2/3 Majority of Legislature

• A. Tax legislation
• B. Amendments to the constitution
• C. Punitive action against a member
• D. Motions to change the order of business

Answer: (B)

Amending the constitution requires a two-thirds vote in both chambers. That higher threshold is used to protect the fundamental framework of the state, ensuring broad consensus before altering the constitution. Once both houses approve by two-thirds, the proposed amendment goes to the voters in a statewide election for final approval. Ordinary bills—like tax measures—along with internal actions such as disciplining a member or changing the order of business, follow standard majority rules and do not require a 2/3 vote.

Amending the constitution requires a two-thirds vote in both chambers. That higher threshold is used to protect the fundamental framework of the state, ensuring broad consensus before altering the constitution. Once both houses approve by two-thirds, the proposed amendment goes to the voters in a statewide election for final approval. Ordinary bills—like tax measures—along with internal actions such as disciplining a member or changing the order of business, follow standard majority rules and do not require a 2/3 vote.