This explainer presents both sides based on the measure's text. It does not recommend a vote.
Plain English Summary
This measure would change how Colorado voters choose candidates in state and federal elections by allowing them to rank candidates in order of preference instead of selecting just one. If no candidate gets more than 50% of first-choice votes, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated and their voters' second choices are counted, continuing until someone has a majority.
If YES
Colorado would implement ranked-choice voting for state legislature, governor, and federal congressional elections
confidence: high
Voters could rank multiple candidates in order of preference on their ballots
confidence: high
Elections would require winners to achieve majority support through elimination rounds if no candidate gets 50% initially
confidence: high
The state would need to update voting systems and conduct voter education about the new process
confidence: medium
If NO
Colorado would continue using the current voting system where voters select one candidate per race
confidence: high
Winners would continue to be determined by whoever receives the most votes, even if less than 50%
confidence: high
No changes would be needed to existing voting equipment or election procedures
confidence: high
Voters would not need to learn a new voting method
confidence: high
Financial impact
Fiscal impact analysis not yet available. Implementation would likely require costs for updating voting systems, equipment, and voter education programs.
TL;DR
This measure would allow Colorado voters to rank candidates in order of preference instead of choosing just one candidate per race.
Limitations
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