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SJR 26, 44th R.S.

Proposing an amendment to Article XVI of the Constitution of the State of Texas by adding a new section to be numbered Section 61, vesting all the power heretofore conferred upon the Governor by Section 11, Article IV of the Constitution, relating to granting reprieves, commutations of punishments and pardons in all criminal cases in a board to be known and designated as the Board of Pardons and Paroles.

Proposition For the amendment of Section 11 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of Texas, so as to provide for a Board of Pardons and Paroles, and to make the Governor's pardoning power subject to recommendations of said Board, except in cases of treason the Governor may grant reprieves, commutations and pardons with the advice and consent of the Legislature.

Outcome: Adopted

Election date: 11/03/1936

Votes for: 422,224
Votes against: 167,916

Articles affected Article 4 : Amends §11

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