1.   Analysts say the outcome of the binding referendum is too close to call.

2.   Bill approved last week includes an income tax, which Gov. Jeanne Shaheen says she will not support unless it is approved in a binding referendum.

3.   Last November, California voters overwhelmingly approved a binding referendum that legalized marijuana for certain medical uses.

4.   Since then, outraged citizens tried to get enough signatures to force a binding referendum on needle exchange.

5.   She has threatened to abrogate an agreement with Washington calling for a binding referendum next November by the people of Vieques.

6.   A bill calling for a binding referendum process allowing Puerto Ricans to choose among statehood, commonwealth and independence passed the House by a single vote in March.

7.   A legally binding federal referendum is scheduled for November but residents will not be given the option to have the exercises end immediately.

8.   A legally binding referendum is scheduled for November.

9.   Brown County voters would be able to vote on the sales tax in a binding referendum, as long as the state Legislature and Gov. Tommy Thompson authorize it.

10.   But the approved version allows voters in the neighboring islands to hold a binding referendum at any time to start casino gambling.