Early results reveal approval of most Maine measures including a tax reform veto
June 8, 2010
AUGUSTA, Maine: Of the five ballot questions that appeared on the statewide, four appeared to have been approved by voters by late Tuesday night. Despite predictions that Question 1 would be a "close call" Mainers voted 61% to 39% in favor of a vetoing the 2009 tax reforms. Three of the four bond measure questions, according to unofficial election results, were approved by voters. However, Question 4 as of 12 a.m. E.T remained too close to call. According to the latest reports by the secretary of state's office 85,337 voters voted "yes," while 81,745 voted "no."[1][2] Ballotpedia will continue to update results as they continue to roll in.
Voter turnout in the state of Maine was steady. Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap estimated that approximately 20% of registered voters would cast their ballots in the state's primary.[3]
As of 12 a.m. E.T. an estimated 368 of 596 precincts or 62% have reported election results. Check back later for updated election results!
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VR | Question 1 | Taxes | Overturn 2009 tax code reform |  |
| LRSS | Question 2 | Bond issues | Regarding investments in weatherization and energy efficiency projects | |
| LRSS | Question 3 | Bond issues | $57.8 million bond package for highway projects, harbor and energy projects | |
| LRSS | Question 4 | Bond issues | Provides for economic development and job creation bonds | pending |
| LRSS | Question 5 | Bond issues | Relates to improving water quality, drinking water programs, wastewater treatment facilities | |
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