How does the initiative process at the local level differ from the process at the state level?
A. the volume of signatures required is higher at the local level.
B. city councils or boards of supervisors may vote to adopt a local initiative if enough signatures have been gathered
C. generally the paperwork and signature gathering processes are far more expensive
D. local initiatives can't be overturned by the courts
Answer: B
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