# BallotMeasureType

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:** This enumeration is the same for the pre-election data and election results feed types. It isn't used with officeholder feeds.

The following table lists the enumerations for the type of ballot measure in the
[`BallotMeasureContest`](https://developers.google.com/civics-data/reference/contest#ballot-measure-contest)
entity:

| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| `ballot-measure` | A catch-all for generic types of non-candidate-based contests. |
| `initiative` | A citizen-driven measure to be placed on the ballot. This might include both statutory changes and constitutional amendments. |
| `referendum` | A measure to repeal existing acts of legislation, legislative referrals, and legislatively referred state constitutional amendments. |
| `other` | Anything that doesn't fall into the preceding categories. |