Texas 1944 ballot measures
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In 1944, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 7.
- The three measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved all three measures.
On the ballot
November 7, 1944
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposition 1 | Local government; Public retirement funds | Allow cities and towns to provide a system of retirement and disability pensions for city officers and employees |
|
258,036 (61%) |
162,953 (39%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Legislature; Public retirement funds | Allow the legislature to provide a state retirement and disability pensions for city staff with voluntary municipal participation |
|
242,579 (59%) |
166,007 (41%) |
|
| Proposition 3 | Taxes; Local government | Authorize county commissioners to reallocate city, county, road and bridge, public improvement and juror maximum tax rates for up to $0.80 per $100 |
|
228,346 (62%) |
137,761 (38%) |
See also
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