Ohio 1955 ballot measures
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In 1955, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Ohio on November 8.
- One was an indirect initiated state statute.
- Three were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (25%) and rejected three (75%).
On the ballot
November 8, 1955
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonds for Infrastructure Amendment | Issue up to $150,000,000 in bonds for infrastructure projects. |
|
1,154,976 (56%) |
909,030 (44%) |
|
| Changes to Judicial Salaries Amendment | Allow the salaries of certain judicial officers to be increased or decreased during their term of office. |
|
849,677 (43%) |
1,107,646 (57%) |
|
| Changes to Officers' Salaries Amendment | Allow the salary of any government officer to be changed during their term of office. |
|
793,384 (41%) |
1,142,738 (59%) |
|
| Increase of Unemployment Benefits Initiative | Increase unemployment benefits. |
|
865,326 (37%) |
1,481,339 (63%) |
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