It’s the 12 Days of Ballotpedia! Your gift powers the trusted, unbiased information voters need heading into 2026. Donate now!
1847 ballot measures
From Ballotpedia
| 1847 State Ballot Measures | |
|---|---|
1848 »
« 1846
| |
 | |
| Part 1: Overview | |
| Current measures | |
| Measure Monthly | |
By state
Connecticut
See also: Connecticut 1847 ballot measures
October 4, 1847
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Residency requirements; Voter registration; Voting age | Provide for specific qualifications to become an elector based on sex, age, and residency |
|
5,353 (22%) |
19,148 (78%) |
Vermont
See also: Vermont 1847 ballot measures
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LRSS | Question 1 | Alcohol | Regulates the distribution and sale of alcohol through licensing innkeepers and retailers |  |
Wisconsin
See also: Wisconsin 1847 ballot measures
April 5, 1847
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Ratify the Wisconsin Constitution of 1846 |
|
14,119 (41%) |
20,231 (59%) |
|
| Question 2 | Grant all male citizens of African descent the right to vote and hold elected office |
|
7,664 (34%) |
14,615 (66%) |
If you know of a statewide measure that is not listed here or if you notice an error, please email editor@ballotpedia.org.
