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Ohio 1970 ballot measures
In 1970, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Ohio on November 3.
- Three were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved three (100%) and rejected zero (0%).
On the ballot
November 3, 1970
Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
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Homestead Tax Reduction for Seniors Amendment | Reduce homestead taxes for those 65 years of age and older. |
|
2,115,557 (75%) |
711,761 (25%) |
|
Newspaper Notice of Municipal Charter Amendments Amendment | Allow notices for municipal charters to be published in newspapers instead of requiring them to be mailed. |
|
1,326,818 (52%) |
1,212,814 (48%) |
|
Residency Requirement for Voters Amendment | Reduce the voter residency requirement from one year to six months. |
|
1,702,600 (61%) |
1,073,058 (39%) |
See also
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