Section 1. Who shall perform military duty

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Who shall perform military duty

All citizens, residents of this state, being seventeen years of age, and under the age of sixty-seven years, shall be subject to enrollment in the militia and the performance of military duty, in such manner, not incompatible with the Constitution and laws of the United States, as may be prescribed by law.

Summary: Extend the age limits of the militia; describe the circumstances for calling forth the militia; clarify appointments by the governor

Election Date: November 7, 1961

Votes For Ratification: 947130

Votes Against Ratification: 944705

Percent for Ratification: 50%

Percent Against Ratification: 50%

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Amendment Source: 1961 HJR 37

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Who shall perform military duty

All male citizens, residents of this state, being eighteen years of age, and under the age of forty-five years, shall be enrolled in the militia, and perform military duty, in such manner, not incompatible with the Constitution and laws of the United States, as may be prescribed by law.

Summary: Eliminating the word "white" and providing for militia duty for all male citizens

Election Date: November 3, 1953

Votes For Ratification: 905059

Votes Against Ratification: 650567

Percent for Ratification: 58%

Percent Against Ratification: 42%

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Amendment Source: 1953 HJR 21

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Who shall perform military duty

All white male citizens, residents of this state, being eighteen years of age, and under the age of forty-five years, shall be enrolled in the militia, and perform military duty, in such manner, not incompatable with the Constitution and laws of the United States, as may be prescribed by law.

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