Washington Initiative 728, School Class Sizes Measure (2000)
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| Topic School class size policy |
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| Type Initiated state statute |
Origin |
Washington Initiative 728 was on the ballot as an initiated state statute in Washington on November 7, 2000. It was approved.
A “yes” vote supported reducing class sizes, extending learning programs, expanding teacher training, and constructing facilities. |
A “no” vote opposed reducing class sizes, extending learning programs, expanding teacher training, and constructing facilities. |
Election results
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1,714,485 | 71.73% | ||
| No | 675,635 | 28.27% | ||
Text of measure
Ballot title
The ballot title for Initiative 728 was as follows:
| “ | Shall school districts reduce class sizes, extend learning programs, expand teacher training, and construct facilities, funded by lottery proceeds, existing property taxes, and budget reserves? | ” |
Full Text
The full text of this measure is available here.
Path to the ballot
In Washington, proponents needed to collect a number of signatures for an Initiative to the People.
See also
External links
Footnotes
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State of Washington Olympia (capital) |
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