Article IV.
Legislative Department

Section 33.

Notwithstanding the provisions of section 25 of this Article, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to each house shall be necessary to pass a bill that reduces a criminal sentence approved by the people under section 1 of this Article.

Summary: Any changes to reduce a criminal sentence (including a mandatory minimum) by the legislature must be approved by a 2/3 vote

Election Date: November 8, 1994

Votes For Ratification: 763507

Votes Against Ratification: 415678

Percent for Ratification: 65%

Percent Against Ratification: 35%

Notes:

Amendment Source: OR 1994 VIP 10

Effective Date Source: