Texas 1963 ballot measures
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In 1963, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Texas on November 9.
- The four measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved one (25%) and rejected three (75%) measures.
On the ballot
November 9, 1963
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposition 1 | Taxes; Elections | Repeal the poll tax requirement of the Texas Constitution |
|
243,120 (43%) |
316,775 (57%) |
|
| Proposition 2 | Public assistance | Provide aid for needy aged, disabled, blind, and children, allow appropriations and federal funds acceptance, limit state funds at federal match, and limit out-of-state assistance to $60 million |
|
330,922 (63%) |
192,050 (37%) |
|
| Proposition 3 | Local government; Public retirement funds | Authorize all political subdivisions of Jefferson County to provide retirement, disability, and death benefits to employees |
|
218,712 (47%) |
250,415 (53%) |
|
| Proposition 4 | Veterans; Bonds | Authorize a raise of the total amount of bonds or obligations that may be issued by the Veterans' Land Board to $350 million |
|
250,556 (49%) |
258,443 (51%) |
See also
External links
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