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North Carolina 1996 ballot measures
From Ballotpedia
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In 1996, voters decided on five statewide ballot measures in North Carolina on November 5.
- Three of the measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Two of the measures were bond issues.
- Voters approved five (100%) and rejected zero (0%) measures.
On the ballot
November 5, 1996
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Establish the Governor's Veto Power Amendment | State executive; Legislature; Legislative processes | Establish the governor's veto power |
|
1,652,294 (75%) |
544,335 (25%) |
|
| Highway Projects Bond Measure | Transportation; Bonds | Issue $950 million in bonds for the construction of highways. |
|
1,323,776 (60%) |
881,510 (40%) |
|
| Public School Buildings Bond Measure | Education; Bonds | Issue $1.8 billion in bonds to fund public school capital projects. |
|
1,624,022 (72%) |
624,797 (28%) |
|
| Types of Alternative Punishment Amendment | Criminal sentencing | Expand punishment types for convicted criminals, including probation and community service. |
|
1,889,620 (86%) |
303,596 (14%) |
|
| Victims' Rights Amendment | Crime victims | Assure crime victims the right to be informed and attend court proceedings. |
|
1,714,872 (78%) |
488,805 (22%) |
See also
- Types of ballot measures in North Carolina
- List of North Carolina ballot measures
- 1996 ballot measures
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