Virginia 2002 ballot measures
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In 2002, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Virginia on November 5.
- Two were bond issues.
- Two were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved four (100%) and rejected zero (0%).
On the ballot
November 5, 2002
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposed Bond 1 | Allow for the issuance of up to $900,488,645 in bonds for educational facility projects |
|
1,114,402 (73%) |
415,668 (27%) |
|
| Proposed Bond 2 | Allow for the issuance of up to $119,040,000 in bonds for parks and recreational facility projects |
|
1,039,975 (69%) |
472,300 (31%) |
|
| Question 1 | Give the state Supreme Court original jurisdiction over claims from felons of actual innocence (when new scientific or DNA evidence that is discovered after the conviction is able to prove innocence) |
|
1,091,828 (73%) |
409,807 (27%) |
|
| Question 2 | Allow localities to exempt from taxation property used for charity and certain other purposes |
|
964,441 (64%) |
534,956 (36%) |
See also
External links
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