Section 1. Uniform System of Public Schools

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Uniform System of Public Schools

The stability of a republican form of government depending mainly upon the intelligence of the people, it is the duty of the legislature to establish a general and uniform system of public schools. The legislature shall make such provisions by taxation or otherwise as will secure a thorough and efficient system of public schools throughout the state.

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1858 — Article VIII. Section 1

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1962 — Article VIII. Section 2

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Summary: Wholesale revision of constitution

Election Date: November 5, 1974

Votes For Ratification: 815,064

Votes Against Ratification: 311,781

Percent for Ratification: 72%

Percent Against Ratification: 28%

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Amendment Source: 1974 Chap 409

Effective Date Source: https://uwmadison.app.box.com/file/1685091026371

Uniform System of Public Schools

The stability of a republican form of government depending mainly upon the intelligence of the people, it shall be the duty of the Legislature to establish a general and uniform system of public schools.

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