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SJR 8, 49th R.S.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Texas providing for a Supreme Court of nine members, prescribing their qualifications, tenure of office and compensation and abolishing the Commission of Appeals.

Proposition For the amendment to the State Constitution providing for a Supreme Court of nine members.

Outcome: Adopted

Election date: 08/25/1945

Votes for: 92,114
Votes against: 79,295

Articles affected Article 5 : Amends §2

Note(s)
See General Laws p. 1043.

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