Ohio 1968 ballot measures
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In 1968, voters decided on five statewide ballot measures in Ohio. On May 7, voters decided on three. On November 5, voters decided on two.
- Five were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved four (80%) and rejected one (20%).
On the ballot
May 7, 1968
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legislative Authority Over Funds from Sale or Disposal of State-Granted Educational and Religious Lands Amendment | Allow the general assembly to decide how funds from the disposition of state educational and religious property be spent. |
|
847,861 (55%) |
695,368 (45%) |
|
| Operation of the Judicial System Amendment | Reorganize the judicial system and revise provisions relating to the operation of the judicial system. |
|
925,481 (62%) |
556,530 (38%) |
|
| Vacancies in the State House of Representatives Amendment | Establish a method for filling vacant state House of Representative seats |
|
1,020,500 (68%) |
487,938 (32%) |
November 5, 1968
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonds for Transportation Improvements Amendment | Issue up to $500,000,000 in bond for transportation improvements. |
|
1,732,512 (53%) |
1,550,959 (47%) |
|
| Homestead Tax Exemption Amendment | Establish an exemption from the homestead tax for homeowners 65 years of age and older. |
|
1,382,016 (43%) |
1,825,615 (57%) |
See also
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