You can register in person and vote a ballot through election day, tuesday, november 8th. Colorado, like many states, holds elections for statewide offices in nonpresidential election years. The analysis may also include any other information that will help voters understand the purpose and effect of a measure. Drug policy action colorado committee osmany ryan chavez 70 w. You know what they are the little cheat sheets that cover all ballot measures and. Federal election commission gives access to campaign finance report data as well as other election information.
The state signature requirement for both initiated constitutional amendments and initiated state statutes is 85,853. However, in some instances the term refers to the states legislative manual a common predecessor to many presentday blue books, or even a simple directoryroster of government services and officials. Colorado does not elect judges to office in contested elections they are appointed by the governor from a list of 3 nominees selected by a judicial nominating commission, but they are required to receive voter approval to retain office on a 4, 6, 8, or 10 year schedule based on the level of the court. Early voting begins october 22, 2012 contact information for county election offices appears inside the back cover of this booklet 2012 state ballot information booklet and recommendations on retention of judges legislative council of the colorado general assembly. Legislative blue book colorado talking book library. Politicos live colorado election results, dates and analysis, includes 2014 midterm races for senate, house, governor and key ballot measures. Additionally you can also find voter data resources here as well as learn about appointing poll watchers or election rules. But this year we will elect all 65 members of the state house of representatives, who serve 2 year terms. Proponents of the measure filed a lawsuit to delay the printing of 2012 s ballot information booklet, also known as the blue book. Heres how to get your hands on an election blue book if. Ballot information booklet blue book the analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the measure, and a brief fiscal assessment of the measure. Vote inperson voters may also choose to vote inperson at any vote center beginning february 24. The basic mission of the department of state is to collect, secure, and make accessible a wide variety of public records, ensure the integrity of elections, and enhance commerce. Voters received their ballots in the mail and had the opportunity to participate regardless of their party affiliation.
Colorado voters chose nine electors to represent them in the electoral college via a popular vote pitting incumbent democratic president barack obama and his running mate, vice. Headlines and video, candidates positions on the issues, fundraising totals, states to watch news and analysis, and a unique. See a sample ballot including candidates and judges, check your voter and ballot status, find a ballot dropoff location and more. In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and indepth. The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title. Uniform and proper administration of state and federal election laws. Moms and dads for marijuana regulation betty aldworth. Elections previous years kit carson county, colorado. Visit the denver elections division campaign information page to find out about running for office, fill out campaign forms, or to learn more about campaign finance. Colorado colorado blue book 2016 colorado blue book 1998 to present.
The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot. It contains information about the statewide ballot issues, including the fiscal impact, and other explanations to help. The 2012 united states presidential election was the 57th quadrennial presidential election, held on tuesday, november 6, 2012. Election ballot format for judicial retention elections 3 is amendment w election ballot format for judicial retention elections this measure requires at least 55 percent of the vote to pass. According to reports, the booklet was sent to voters in the state to provide details on ballot measures that are on the general election ballot. Read more about upcoming elections and important dates.
But in the cold light of the elections morningafter, it was clear that even though voters have given their stamp of approval for a second obama term, he could have a hard time translating that into a mandate to push forward with his agenda. For the second straight election cycle, clear the bench colorado has researched and evaluated the performance of the appellate court statewide judges appearing on the 2012 ballot one supreme court justice, six court of appeals judges, collected inputs on district and county judges from around the state, and published this information in an. Coalition to end marijuana prohibition mason tvert p. The united states presidential election, 2012 was on november 6, 2012. Please return your ballot by mail with 68 cents postage, or deliver it to any one of our ballot dropoff locations by 7 p. According to the colorado blue book, amendment w helps make the ballot more concise and readerfriendly. The local newspapers in colorado, the denver post have provided good coverage of the issue, both before the 2012 vote, and during the process of crafting the regulations. The littleton city council has referred two questions to voters for the november 2017 ballot concerning tabor.
Visit a vote center before march 3 to avoid a wait. In colorado, an election guide, called the blue book, also provided some good analysis of the tax measure. In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and indepth analysis on proposed ballot measures, often called the blue book. Sign up for email, text, or phone updates on the status of your ballot. Town of palmer lake 2a notice of election to increase taxes increase debt on a citizen petition and or referred measures coordinated election official. An amendment to the colorado constitution defining the term person to include any human being from the moment of fertilization as person is used in those provisions of the colorado constitution relating to inalienable rights, equality of justice, and due process of law. The information was prepared by the state commission and district commissions on judicial performance. Blue book, colorados guide to ballot measures in novembers. An index of colorado races and complete 2012 election results. Results from the march 3, 2020 presidential primary. This guide has been developed in the interest of providing quick, easy access to these publications. It can be found on the web site of the colorado general assembly. Latest on the 2012 colorado elections from the cnn. House amendment ballot issue state senate state house supreme court appeals court rtd state board of education university regents district attorney county commissioner mayor city council.
Analysis amendment w proposes amending the colorado constitution to. Vote by mail ballots will be mailed to all active voters beginning the week of february 10. Ballot issue results lwv of jefferson county, colorado. Because of a printers error, not everyone was able to get their copy of the colorado election blue book. Compensation for reduction in fair market value by government law or regulation. Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals cde. Passed jeffco school district r1 ballot question 5a mill levy support.
Election results archives colorado secretary of state. News archived news may 8 notice of temporary adoption. The league of women voters has published a booklet called ballot issues 2012. Three statewide ballot questions were on the 2012 statewide ballot in colorado. Colorado marijuana legalization campaign goes to court. The term state blue book typically refers to a statesponsored or statelevel. A link to the electronic version of the 2016 ballot information booklet blue book published by the colorado legislative council. In 2012, voters approved amendment 64, which legalized the sale and use of. Find your closest 24hour drop box or inperson vote center. Colorado blue book and county tabor books the colorado legislative council blue book is available online now in both english and spanish here. Colorado ballot information booklet blue book colorado talking book library. Evaluate the peformance of colorado judges before voting. Colorados blue book, which provides information to voters on ballot measures that will appear on the november general election ballot, is now.
Tuesday, november 6, 2012 polling places open from 7 a. The booklets are published as part of the councils research publication series. Colorado marijuana legalization initiative, amendment 64 2012. Statewide election day is tuesday, november 1, 2011 contact information for county election offices appears inside the back cover of this booklet 2011 state ballot information booklet legislative council of the colorado general assembly research publication no. Yesfor city of boulder ballot issues new taxes listed first on ballot ballot questions everything else tax extensions listed before other ballot questions. This booklet provides information on the statewide measures on the ballot. The purpose of the booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair. The democratic nominee, president barack obama, and his running mate, vice president joe biden, were elected to a second term. Here are the election outcomes on the ballot issues. The analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the measure, and a brief fiscal assessment of the measure. Obama, fresh from reelection, has little time to savor win steve holland and matt spetalnick reuters 8. The state mails a blue book to every registered voter, which explains the amendments in detail and offers arguments both for and against. Specific events that led to proposition bb being on the ballot. Tabor notice for adams county voters residing in the metro area.
This page is a list of state blue books the term state blue book typically refers to a statesponsored or statelevel government almanac. Ballots are mailed to all registered voters the week of october 14, 2019. The 2012 united states presidential election in colorado took place on november 6, 2012, as part of the 2012 united states presidential election in which all 50 states plus the district of columbia participated. Register to vote or check or update your current registration.
Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general. All the races that have been called so far live coverage on the colorado governors race, congressional races, ballot measures like prop 112, amendment 73. The second sectionof the printed blue book contains information about the performances of the colorado supreme court justices, the colorado court of appeals judges, and district and county court judges in your area who are on this years ballot. Barack obama and his running mate joe biden won reelection for a second term by november 6, 2012, 11.
Voting rights act, legislative council staff translates election information into. We will elect a new governor two years from now, in 2018. Colorado 2012 election results by race type select a race type. Campaign to regulate marijuana like alcohol mason tvert 1177 grant st. Track your ballot online and sign up for notifications using our free ballot track service at. They defeated the republican ticket of businessman and former governor mitt romney of massachusetts and representative paul ryan of. The league of women voters takes positions on statewide and local ballot issues. Voter service and polling centers are open beginning october 26, 2015. Colorado marijuana legalization campaign goes to court over ballot book.
A welldesigned and shorter ballot will allow voters to complete it more efficiently, which. Send the text co to 2vote 28683 for links to election information and voter registration. Statewide election day is tuesday, november 6, 2012. Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals. Retain revenue in excess of blue book estimate allows the state to keep marijuana tax revenue despite underestimating fy 201415 state revenue for proposition aa in 20. This year, colorado held a presidential primary election on super tuesday, march 3rd. Blue book information statement hb 111072 enacted designated representative of initiative. Colorado marijuana legalization initiative, amendment 64.
Over million unaffiliated voters could participate in this republican or. Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general assembly. Colorados election ballot, initiatives, referendums. You may also contact the elections division at 303 4 7740. Tabor notice for adams county voters residing in eastern adams county. This collection of campaign resources and information is the first stop for all campaign related needs. The petition drive deadline for ballot initiative efforts seeking ballot access in 2012 in colorado is august 6, 2012.
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