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Michigan 1996 ballot measures
In 1996, voters decided on six statewide ballot measures in Michigan on November 5.
- Two were indirect initiated state statutes.
- Two were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Two were veto referendums.
- Voters approved four (66.67%) and rejected two (33.33%).
On the ballot
November 5, 1996
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposal A | Make changes to relating to certain forms of gaming |
|
1,511,063 (44%) |
1,936,198 (56%) |
|
| Proposal B | Establish qualifications for judicial officers |
|
2,806,833 (82%) |
629,402 (18%) |
|
| Proposal C | Establish the Michigan Veterans' Trust Fund in the state constitution and require expenditures from the fund be approved by the fund's Board of Trustees |
|
2,447,905 (74%) |
849,525 (26%) |
|
| Proposal D | Establish limitations on bear hunting |
|
1,379,340 (38%) |
2,225,675 (62%) |
|
| Proposal E | Allow gambling casinos in cities that meet certain criteria, establish the Gaming Control Board to regulate casino gambling, and create an 18% tax on gross gaming revenue |
|
1,878,542 (52%) |
1,768,156 (48%) |
|
| Proposal G | Give the Natural Resources Commission the ability to make decisions relating to regulations on the taking of game |
|
2,413,730 (69%) |
1,099,262 (31%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1996 ballot measures
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