Voters Approve Constitutional Amendments in Multiple States

In the recent elections, Utah voters are set to approve two constitutional amendments, B and C, with preliminary results showing 70.8% and 81.2% in favor, respectively, while two other proposals were ruled void. In South Dakota, a proposal to replace male-specific pronouns in the constitution, Amendment E, is losing with 57% against it, reflecting a divided public opinion on gender-neutral language in state governance. Florida voters approved two amendments: Amendment 2, which enshrines the right to fish and hunt in the state constitution, and Amendment 5, aimed at providing tax breaks to homeowners, despite concerns from conservation groups regarding potential impacts. North Dakota voters overwhelmingly supported Measure 1 to eliminate outdated terms from their constitution, but rejected Measure 2, which sought to complicate the process for future ballot measures. The rejection of Measure 2 was driven by concerns over its restrictions on grassroots initiatives and increased requirements for petitioners. Overall, the elections showcased a mix of progressive updates and resistance to change across various states.