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Florida 1954 ballot measures
In 1954, voters decided on seven statewide ballot measures in Florida on November 2.
- Seven were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved six (85.71%) and rejected one (14.29%).
On the ballot
November 2, 1954
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amendment 1 | Revise provisions relating to extra sessions of the legislature and the compensation of legislators |
|
83,868 (56%) |
64,739 (44%) |
|
| Amendment 2 | Prohibit the use of state funds for toll roads extending into more than three counties |
|
64,032 (43%) |
84,198 (57%) |
|
| Amendment 3 | Allow for additional county judges in counties with a population of more than 125,000 |
|
88,283 (62%) |
55,209 (38%) |
|
| Amendment 4 | Increase the number of days the Governor has to approve or veto bills for 10 days to 20 days |
|
105,251 (68%) |
49,212 (32%) |
|
| Amendment 5 | Establish procedures for allowing the county tax assessor to assess municipal taxes |
|
85,677 (59%) |
59,523 (41%) |
|
| Amendment 6 | Establish that the County Tax Assessor in Monroe County is to assess all property in the county for all tax districts |
|
74,780 (58%) |
54,210 (42%) |
|
| Amendment 7 | Revise the Escambia County court system |
|
81,926 (61%) |
51,491 (39%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Florida
- List of Florida ballot measures
- 1954 ballot measures
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