Initiative & Referendum (WA)

Lesson Plan

Washington’s initiative and referendum powers let regular people participate directly in lawmaking! This lesson presents the initiative and referendum powers…

Overview

Washington’s initiative and referendum powers let regular people participate directly in lawmaking! This lesson presents the initiative and referendum powers as tools and shows students how to use them.

Grade Levels

  • 9-12

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the purpose and procedure of the initiative and referendum in Washington State
  • Compare and contrast the initiative and referendum powers in Washington State
  • Analyze and evaluate aspects of the initiative power and procedure

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