Texas 1951 ballot measures
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In 1951, voters decided on five statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 13.
- The five measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (20%) and rejected four (80%) measures.
On the ballot
November 13, 1951
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investment of the Permanent University Fund Amendment | Budgets | Allow additional bond and securities investments for the permanent university fund. |
|
100,637 (45%) |
124,547 (55%) |
|
| Proposition 1 | Veterans | Increase the Veterans' Land Fund from $25 million to $100 million and extend eligibility to post-1945 veterans |
|
123,801 (54%) |
106,087 (46%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Public assistance | Increase the maximum monthly assistance for the needy by raising state funds for assistance from $35 million to $42 million |
|
105,024 (44%) |
132,440 (56%) |
|
| Proposition 3 | Taxes | Increase the maximum property tax rate to $0.50 per $100 valuation to fund rural fire prevention districts |
|
79,823 (35%) |
146,661 (65%) |
|
| Proposition 4 | Public retirement funds | Authorize a statewide system of retirement and disability pensions for appointed county officials and employees |
|
76,454 (33%) |
152,071 (67%) |
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