Article III.
Legislation

Section 27. Changes in term of office or salary prohibited

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Changes in term of office or salary prohibited

No law shall extend the term of any public officer, or increase or diminish his salary or emoluments, after his election or appointment.

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Election Date: May 16, 1967

Votes For Ratification: 1233709

Votes Against Ratification: 621381

Percent for Ratification: 67%

Percent Against Ratification: 33%

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Amendment Source: 1967 JR 3

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19671874

No extension of official terms or increase of compensation

No law shall extend the term of any public officer, or increase or diminish his salary or emoluments, after his election or appointment.

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