Maine 1957 ballot measures
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Five statewide ballot questions were on the September 9, 1957 ballot in Maine.
- Two of the measures were legislatively referred bond questions.
- Three of the measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- All five of the measures were approved.
On the ballot
September 9
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BI | Referendum Question No. 1 | Transportation | Issues $24 million in bonds for the construction of state highways |  |
| BI | Referendum Question No. 2 | Transportation | Issues $2.5 million in bonds for ferry services to North Haven, Vinalhaven, Islesboro and Swan's Island | |
| LRCA | Proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 1 | Gov't Finances | Provides a $20 million bond issue for guaranteed loans for industrial purposes | |
| LRCA | Proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 2 | Elections | Moves general election date to Tuesday after the first Monday in November | |
| LRCA | Proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 | Term limits | Creates four-year term for Governor; prohibits more than two consecutive terms | |
See also
External links
- Lewiston Evening Journal, "Specimen Ballot," September 6, 1957
- Maine State Law and Legislative Reference Library, Votes on Maine Bond Issues, 1951-
- Maine State Law and Legislative Reference Library, Proposed Constitutional Amendments 1820-
- National Conference of State Legislatures, State Ballot Measures Database
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