Ohio 1994 ballot measures
In 1994, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Ohio on November 8.
- One was an initiated constitutional amendment.
- Three were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved four (100%) and rejected zero (0%).
On the ballot
November 8, 1994
Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
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Crime Victim Rights Amendment | Require that victims of crime be afforded fairness, dignity, and respect in the criminal justice system and appropriate notice, information, access, and protection |
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2,447,260 (78%) |
704,650 (22%) |
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Jurisdiction of Death Penalty Appeals Amendment | Remove jurisdiction from the courts of appeals to review death penalty cases and grant direct review by the state Supreme Court |
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2,199,791 (70%) |
936,323 (30%) |
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Opportunities for Higher Education Amendment | Authorize the sale of tuition credits to increase higher education opportunities to Ohio residents |
|
1,816,087 (60%) |
1,191,116 (40%) |
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Prohibit Taxes on Soft Drinks Initiative | Prohibit a wholesale tax on certain beverages and a retail tax on packaging of certain beverages |
|
2,228,874 (66%) |
1,126,728 (34%) |
See also
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