Massachusetts 1978 ballot measures
Seven statewide ballot measures were on the November 7, 1978 ballot in Massachusetts.
- All seven measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- All seven measures were approved.
On the ballot
November 7
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LRCA | Question 1 | Taxes | Permits the classification of property for taxation purposes | |
| LRCA | Question 2 | Gov't Finance | Provides a deadline for the state budget | |
| LRCA | Question 3 | Direct Democracy | Requires that "Information for Voters" be sent to every residence | |
| LRCA | Question 4 | Admin of Gov't | Provides residence standards for the state census | |
| LRCA | Question 5 | Admin of Gov't | Provides a deadline for charter commissions to submit charters to voters | |
| LRCA | Question 6 | Constitutional Rights | Prohibits the assigning or denial of a student to a public school based on "race, color, national origin or creed" | |
| LRCA | Question 7 | Taxes | Provides a method for taxing recreational and conservation lands to encourage such uses | |
See also
External links
- Statewide Ballot Questions Statistics by Year: 1919 – 2012
- Massachusetts Information for Voters 1978
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