All seven propositions on the ballot were approved during last week’s election on November 7, 2017.
Amendments approved to the Texas Constitution include the following:
–Prop. 1 – Broadening the scope of homestead ad valorem tax exemption for disabled veterans, and their spouses. (85.99% in favor)
–Prop. 2 – Prescribing conditions, fees, refinancing options, and eligibility for home equity loans. (68.61% in favor)
–Prop. 3 – Limiting the service of certain gubernatorial appointees after expiration of term. (83.14% in favor)
–Prop. 4 – Relating to notice requirements to Attorney General regarding challenge to constitutionality. (64.34% in favor)
–Prop. 5 – Permitting additional professional sports team charitable foundations to conduct raffles. (60.34% in favor)
–Prop. 6 – Providing homestead exemption for deceased (line of duty) first responder’s surviving spouse. (84.62% in favor)
–Prop. 7 – Permitting financial institutions to award random prizes to customers to encourage saving. (59.67% in favor)
