Article XVI: Future Amendments and Ratification
Inspired by the amendment processes in the United States Constitution and Germany’s Basic Law, this final article outlines the procedure for future changes and ratification.
Section 1: Proposing Amendments
1.1 Amendments to this Constitution may be proposed by a two-thirds majority in the legislative body or by a popular petition signed by a minimum percentage of the electorate, as defined by law.
1.2 Proposed amendments shall be publicly disclosed and debated before any voting occurs.
Section 2: Ratification
2.1 Amendments must be ratified by a two-thirds majority in the legislative body and may require approval in a national referendum, depending on the scope and impact of the change.
2.2 The ratified amendments shall be incorporated into this Constitution and become effective immediately unless otherwise stated.