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Texas 1976 ballot measures
In 1976, voters decided on two statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 2.
- The two measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (50%) and rejected one (50%) measure.
On the ballot
November 2, 1976
Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
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Proposition 1 | Water; Bonds | Increase Texas Water Development Bonds to $400 million with legislative approval, restrict use for Mississippi River water, and require approval for projects over $35 million |
|
937,921 (43%) |
1,243,451 (57%) |
|
Proposition 2 | Water; Bonds | Increase the amount of Texas Water Development Fund bonds that may be issued from $100 million to $200 million |
|
1,131,762 (52%) |
1,031,714 (48%) |
See also
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