Oregon 1989 ballot measures
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In 1989, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Oregon. On May 16, voters decided on one measure. On June 27, voters decided on two measures.
- The three measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved two (67%) and rejected one (33%) measure.
On the ballot
May 16, 1989
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measure 1 | Education; Taxes | Revise the tax base limits of school districts and allow school districts to combine their tax bases if they merge. |
|
183,818 (41%) |
263,283 (59%) |
June 27, 1989
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measure 1 | Property | Allow the state to use proceeds from forfeited property as designated by the Legislative Assembly. |
|
340,506 (71%) |
141,649 (29%) |
|
| Measure 2 | Business; Forestry | Prohibit the sale or export of timber from state-owned lands unless that timber is processed in Oregon. |
|
446,151 (90%) |
48,558 (10%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Oregon
- Types of ballot measures in Oregon
- List of Oregon ballot measures
- 1989 ballot measures
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