Oregon 1985 ballot measures
In 1985, voters decided on one statewide ballot measure in Oregon on September 17.
- The one measure was a legislatively referred constitutional amendment.
- Voters rejected one (100%) measure.
On the ballot
September 17, 1985
Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Measure 1 | Education; Taxes | Implement sales tax up to five percent to fund educational institutions and reduce income, property and timber taxes. |
|
189,733 (22%) |
664,365 (78%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Oregon
- Types of ballot measures in Oregon
- List of Oregon ballot measures
- 1985 ballot measures
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