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Michigan 1926 ballot measures
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1927 →
← 1924
In 1926, voters decided on five statewide ballot measures in Michigan on November 2.
- One was a constitutional convention question.
- Four were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (20%) and rejected four (80%).
On the ballot
November 2, 1926
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compensation for Members of the Legislature Amendment | Set the compensation rate for members of the legislature |
|
189,739 (40%) |
279,241 (60%) |
|
| Condemnation of Excess Property for Road Improvements Amendment | Allow municipalities to take excess property when condemning property for road improvements |
|
204,859 (47%) |
231,672 (53%) |
|
| Constitutional Convention Question | Call a constitutional convention to revise the state constitution |
|
119,491 (30%) |
285,252 (70%) |
|
| Creation of Metropolitan Districts Amendment | Establish provisions for the creation of metropolitan districts |
|
207,993 (48%) |
229,314 (52%) |
|
| Office of County Sheriff Amendment | Establish the term and duty of the office of county sheriff |
|
278,329 (56%) |
216,463 (44%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1926 ballot measures
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