What is the process for voter referenda on constitutional amendments?

• A. Amendments are automatically part of the constitution after approval by the General Assembly.
• B. The Governor can adopt amendments without a public vote.
• C. The proposed amendment is placed on the statewide ballot and must be approved by voters to become part of the constitution.
• D. Amendments require only executive approval.

Answer: (C)

Georgia requires constitutional amendments to go through a two-step process that ensures both legislative support and popular consent. After the General Assembly passes the proposed amendment, it is placed on the statewide ballot for a vote by the people. The amendment only becomes part of the constitution if a majority of voters approve it in that statewide election. The governor does not have a veto or unilateral authority to adopt amendments, and the change isn’t automatic after legislative approval.

So the correct description is that the proposed amendment is placed on the statewide ballot and must be approved by voters to become part of the constitution.