State Balloting Process
Filing an initiative is a very simple process in Ohio. First,
the proponent of the measure must designate a committee of not less
than three (3) nor more than five (5) persons to represent them in all
matters relating to the petition. Second, the written petition signed by 100
electors must be submitted to the Attorney General with the full text and
summary of the proposed statute. The Attorney General certifies if, in her
opinion, the summary is a fair and truthful statement of the proposed