Overview

• Ohio Republicans are attempting to raise the threshold for amending the state constitution, requiring 60 percent of voters to approve changes instead of a simple majority.
• The proposal comes as groups push for amendments on issues like abortion, marijuana, minimum wage and political redistricting.
• Wednesday is the deadline for the measure to qualify for the Aug. 8 ballot.
• Critics argue the move undermines voters' ability to directly shape laws, while proponents counter it prevents abuse of the amendment process.
• The fight is playing out amid similar efforts by Republicans in other states to restrict ballot initiatives and constitutional changes.