Call for a State Constitutional Convention - Sample Ballot

On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, Illinois voters will be asked to decide whether or not the state should convene a Constitutional Convention.

Three fifths of those voting on the question or a majority of those voting in the election must vote "yes" in order for a Constitutional Convention to be called. Voters who are against the convening of the Constitutional Convention should vote "no."

At the time of this writing, the final language for the ballot was still being determined. Below is the proposed wording for the call that will appear on Illinois ballots in the Tuesday, November 4, 2008 General Election.

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What is the Illinois Call for a State Constitutional Convention?

Pros and Cons of the Illinois Call for a State Constitutional Convention

-SAMPLE BALLOT-

Proposed Call for a Constitutional Convention
Explanation of Proposed Call

This proposal deals with a call for a state Constitutional Convention. The last such convention was held in 1969-70, and a new Constitution was adopted in 1970. The 1970 Illinois Constitution requires that the question of calling a convention be placed before the voters every 20 years. If you support the calling of a convention, vote "YES." If you oppose the calling of a Constitutional Convention, vote "NO."

For the Calling of a Constitutional Convention.
YES
NO