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Texas 1896 ballot measures
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In 1896, voters decided on two statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 3.
- The two measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (50%) and rejected one (50%) measure.
On the ballot
November 3, 1896
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public School Fund Investment Amendment | Budgets; Prison funding | Authorize investment of the public school fund in agricultural lands to benefit the penitentiary system |
|
101,121 (35%) |
188,574 (65%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Citizenship voting | Require foreign-born persons to declare their intent to become U.S. citizens at least six months before an election in order to be eligible to vote |
|
268,262 (84%) |
51,649 (16%) |
See also
External links
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