Michigan 1948 ballot measures
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In 1948, voters decided on seven statewide ballot measures in Michigan on November 2.
- One was a constitutional convention question.
- One was a initiated constitutional amendment.
- Four were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- One was a veto referendum.
- Voters approved six (85.71%) and rejected one (14.29%).
On the ballot
November 2, 1948
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constitutional Convention Question | Call a constitutional convention to revise the state constitution |
|
855,451 (52%) |
799,198 (48%) |
|
| Proposal No. 5 | Allow local governments to increase property tax limits for up to twenty years with approval from a majority of voters |
|
962,800 (57%) |
732,677 (43%) |
|
| Proposal No. 1 | Establish the order of succession for the office of governor in case of a vacancy in the office of governor |
|
1,055,632 (68%) |
495,214 (32%) |
|
| Proposal No. 2 | Repeal Section 23, Article 10, relating to the return of sales tax revenues, from the state constitution |
|
343,217 (19%) |
1,446,016 (81%) |
|
| Proposal No. 3 | Establish that the salaries of certain state officials be set by law |
|
935,441 (64%) |
531,950 (36%) |
|
| Proposal No. 4 | Establish the method for determining compensation and expenses for members of the legislature |
|
911,473 (61%) |
587,691 (39%) |
|
| Proposal No. 6 | Establish procedures for foreign agencies acting within Michigan and establish penalties for violations of such procedures |
|
890,435 (60%) |
585,469 (40%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1948 ballot measures
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