Michigan 1917 ballot measures
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In 1917, voters decided on five statewide ballot measures in Michigan on April 2.
- Five were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved four (80%) and rejected one (20%).
On the ballot
April 2, 1917
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absentee Voter Qualifications Amendment | Allow those who are part of the military, who work on the railroads, or who are sailors and thus are absent from their residence to vote |
|
216,270 (65%) |
114,594 (35%) |
|
| Drainage District Bonds Amendment | Allow drainage districts to issue bonds for drainage purposes |
|
198,918 (59%) |
139,027 (41%) |
|
| Improvement of Transportation Routes Amendment | Expand the State's ability to improve transportation routes |
|
209,559 (62%) |
126,871 (38%) |
|
| Salaries of Certain State Officers Amendment | Increase the salaries of the Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and Auditor General |
|
148,625 (43%) |
193,119 (57%) |
|
| State Control of Railroad Property Amendment | Allow the state to control railroads and railroad property belong to any railroad company under a special charter |
|
242,969 (71%) |
100,722 (29%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1917 ballot measures
