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HJR 91, 68th R.S.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize fewer justice of the peace and constable precincts in certain counties.

Proposition Prop. 1 - The constitutional amendment authorizing fewer justice of the peace and constable precincts in counties with a population of less than 30,000 and providing for continuous service by justices of the peace, constables, and county commissioners when precinct boundaries are changed.

Outcome: Adopted

Election date: 11/08/1983

Votes for: 570,347
Votes against: 170,910

Enabling legislation No enabling legislation required.

Articles affected Article 5 : Amends §18   

Analyses of proposed amendments:
House Research Organization Amendments Proposed for the November 8, 1983 election.
Texas Legislative Council Analyses of Proposed Constitutional Amendments for the November 8, 1983 election.

Effective dates
Unless otherwise specified, an amendment takes effect as part of the constitution on the date of the official canvass of election returns showing adoption of the amendment.


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