WASHINGTON SUPREME COURT · DECEMBER 24, 1998
Brower v. State
Jordan Brower v. The State of Washington
Legislative power & process Constitutionality of a law Ballot initiative or referendum- Docket
- No. No. 65992-3
- Decided
- December 24, 1998
- Citation
- 137 Wash. 2d 44; 1998 Wash. LEXIS 946; 969 P.2d 42
- Cited by later opinions
- 82
- Judges
- Madsen, Sanders
- Status
- Published
Why this case is listed
Legislative power & process
Single-subject and title rules, separation of powers, or veto power.
…are that the Act violates the single subject rule of article II, section 19 of the Washington Constitution…
Constitutionality of a law
The court considers whether a statute or ordinance is constitutional.
…bill, law, or any part thereof passed by the legislature, except such laws as may be necessary for the…
Ballot initiative or referendum
The case involves a statewide initiative or referendum.
…Secretary of State designated these sections as Referendum Bill No. 48 pursuant to RCW 29.79.250. Section 607…
Legislation discussed
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