Texas 1957 ballot measures
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In 1957, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 5.
- The three measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved all three measures.
On the ballot
November 5, 1957
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposition 1 | Public assistance | Increase the maximum expenditure of state funds for assistance to the elderly, blind and needy children from $42 million to $45 million |
|
192,726 (86%) |
32,397 (14%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Water; Bonds | Create the Texas Water Development Fund and a governing board |
|
164,803 (74%) |
58,019 (26%) |
|
| Proposition 3 | Public retirement funds | Expand the state retirement, disability, and death benefit fund to cover non-appointed officers, judicial district staff, and remove contribution caps |
|
160,202 (72%) |
62,590 (28%) |
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