LINCOLN – Nebraska’s single-subject rule is facing renewed scrutiny after the Supreme Court blocked the Respect Nebraska Voters initiative from the November ballot despite significant public support. Adopted in 1998, the rule requires ballot measures to address only one subject and has sparked legal disputes over issues like medical marijuana and gambling. Legal experts say unclear interpretations create challenges for petition organizers, prompting discussions about reforms to make the initiative process more predictable.

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