Texans want I&R

"I was skeptical of Initiative and Referendum, but the proposed constitutional amendment from Texans for I&R has been carefully crafted to provide sufficient percentage and distribution of voters, appropriate timing of elections and all other necessary safeguards. I am now convinced that Texas needs this reform;
and I am a spokesman for this decentralization of government power."
David Hartman of Austin, Texas, Chairman, Hartland Bank

"Although it has existed for one hundred years it has not lead to passage
of any laws or amendments which have adversely affected the people
or government. It results in better education of voters and increases their participation in government activities."
P. W. Gifford of Dallas, Texas

Do Texans want the Initiative?
Survey of Texans on the initiative

Texas - one of only three western states in which
the Legislature still denies citizens the right of initiative.

"The 1st amendment to the U. S. Constitution enumerates the right of the people
'to petition the government for redress of grievances.'
A petition with the signatures of all 19 million Texans would mean nothing
without a statutory I & R mechanism in place. The legislature should pass I & R,
and enact this right guaranteed by both the U. S. and the Texas constitutions."
Jerry Patterson, former State Senator

Who are my Legislators?
Do My Legislators Support or Oppose Initiative for Texans?

Initiative for Texas, Austin, TX 78741 ** (512) 447-2086 ** email: mikeford@quik.com