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Florida 1960 ballot measures
In 1960, voters decided on six statewide ballot measures in Florida on November 8.
- Six were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved four (66.67%) and rejected two (33.33%).
On the ballot
November 8, 1960
| Type | Title | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amendment 1 | Amend the number and organization of the district courts of appeal and the number of judges for each district court of appeal |
|
519,648 (79%) |
136,106 (21%) |
|
| Amendment 2 | Provide for original absentee registration for members of the armed forces and their families who are outside the United States |
|
572,520 (84%) |
106,866 (16%) |
|
| Amendment 3 | Revise the administration of the Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission |
|
229,474 (34%) |
445,945 (66%) |
|
| Amendment 4 | Establish the allocation of excise taxes collected by the state or under its authority from the operation of pari-mutuel pools |
|
296,561 (45%) |
361,389 (55%) |
|
| Amendment 5 | Provide for jury trials of civil suits in certain municipalities within Volusia and Highlands Counties and revise provisions relating to the administration of the court system in counties |
|
425,053 (74%) |
152,702 (26%) |
|
| Amendment 6 | Allow the County of Brevard to hold civil jury trials in any branch courthouse within the county |
|
446,166 (76%) |
137,198 (24%) |
See also
- Laws governing the initiative process in Florida
- List of Florida ballot measures
- 1960 ballot measures
External links
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