Texas 1947 ballot measures
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In 1947, voters decided on one statewide ballot measure in Texas on August 23.
- The one measure was a legislatively referred constitutional amendment.
- Voters approved the one measure.
On the ballot
August 23, 1947
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposition 1 | Taxes | Levy an ad valorem tax to fund Confederate pensions, improvements at state higher education institutions, and reduce the maximum state property tax by five cents |
|
102,531 (51%) |
97,318 (49%) |