1978 Virginia ballot measures

The 1978 Virginia State Elections took place on Election Day, November 7, 1978, the same day as the U.S. House elections in the state. The only statewide elections on the ballot were one constitutional referendums to amend the Virginia State Constitution and one statutory referendum. Because Virginia state elections are held on off-years, no statewide officers or state legislative elections were held. All referendums were referred to the voters by the Virginia General Assembly.[1]

Further information: Initiatives and referendums in the United States
Elections in Virginia

Question 1

This amendment asked voters to give the Virginia General Assembly the ability to permit certain tax exemptions for property which has undergone substantial renovation, rehabilitation or replacement necessitated by age and use.

Question 1
Choice Votes %
Yes 690,479 68.05
No 324,236 31.95
Total votes 1,014,715 100.00
Source: - Official Results

Question 2

This referendum asked voters to legalize and regulate parimutuel betting on horse racing in Virginia. Although this measure was rejected by voters, it was approved 10 years later in 1988.

Question 2
Choice Votes %
No 589,843 51.99
Yes 544,781 48.01
Total votes 1,134,624 100.00
Source: - Official Results
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References
  1. http://historical.elections.virginia.gov/
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