Michigan 1954 ballot measures
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In 1954, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Michigan on November 2.
- Four were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved three (75%) and rejected one (25%).
On the ballot
November 2, 1954
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proposal No. 1 | Allow a voter who has moved within 30 days prior to an election to vote where they are registered |
|
1,202,811 (72%) |
465,556 (28%) |
|
| Proposal No. 2 | Establish a maximum sales tax levy and establish how sales tax revenue shall be distributed |
|
1,182,412 (73%) |
443,079 (27%) |
|
| Proposal No. 3 | Allow the state to borrow up to $80,000,000 for bonuses to those who served in the Korean War |
|
1,166,564 (68%) |
542,541 (32%) |
|
| Proposal No. 4 | Allow charitable organizations to conduct lotteries |
|
903,303 (49%) |
944,388 (51%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Michigan
- List of Michigan ballot measures
- 1954 ballot measures
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