Wisconsin 1976 ballot measures
From Ballotpedia
1977 →
← 1975
In 1976, voters decided on three statewide ballot measures in Wisconsin. On April 6, voters decided on one. On November 2, voters decided on two.
- Two were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- One were legislatively referred state statute.
- Voters approved one (33.33%) and rejected two (66.67%).
On the ballot
April 6, 1976
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Budgets | Allow for an increase in municipal debt level from 5 percent to 10 percent of the state equalized valuation of the taxable property in that area |
|
328,097 (31%) |
715,420 (69%) |
November 2, 1976
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Question 1 | Residency requirements | Allow new state residents to vote 10 days after being in the state |
|
1,017,887 (61%) |
660,875 (39%) |
|
| Question 2 | Budgets; Transportation | Broaden the authority under which state funds may be appropriated to improving transportation facilities |
|
722,658 (44%) |
935,152 (56%) |
See also
 |
State of Wisconsin Madison (capital) |
|---|---|
| Elections |
What's on my ballot? | Elections in 2025 | How to vote | How to run for office | Ballot measures |
| Government |
Who represents me? | U.S. President | U.S. Congress | Federal courts | State executives | State legislature | State and local courts | Counties | Cities | School districts | Public policy |
