South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has released the final ballot explanation for a proposed constitutional amendment that would require a 60% vote for approval of future amendments or revisions to the state constitution.
The measure, approved by the 2025 South Dakota Legislature, will appear on the Nov. 3 general election ballot.
The measure was sponsored by Rep. John Hughes and Sen. Sue Peterson.
If adopted, the proposal would raise the threshold for passage of constitutional amendments from a simple majority to at least 60% of votes cast.
State officials said the explanation is intended to assist voters in understanding the measure ahead of the election.
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