South Dakota 2004 ballot measures
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Three statewide ballot measures were on the November 2, 2004 ballot in South Dakota.
- Two of the measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- One of the measures was an initiated state statute.
- All three of the measures were defeated.
On the ballot
November 2, 2004
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amendment A | Judiciary | Establish a system where judges are appointed by the Governor from commission nominees and must face periodic retention elections by voters in their circuit |
|
138,368 (38%) |
227,577 (62%) |
|
| Amendment B | School choice; Public education governance | Allow the Legislature to authorize food and transportation services for all school-age children, including those in sectarian schools |
|
173,650 (47%) |
195,936 (53%) |
|
| Initiative 1 | Food; Food and beverage taxes; Sales taxes | Exempt food from sales and use taxes |
|
123,210 (33%) |
255,855 (67%) |
See also
- 2004 ballot measures
- List of South Dakota ballot measures
- History of Initiative & Referendum in South Dakota
External links
- South Dakota Secretary of State: Historical ballot measures and election results
- South Dakota Political Almanac, South Dakota Constitutional Amendments, Initiatives and Referendums 1970-2010
- South Dakota Secretary of State: Historical Election Data
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