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Proposition 20

California Statewide • 1936 •  Legislative Referendum 

Failed

Result: 43.5% yes, 56.5% no

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This measure would have allowed the state and local governments to acquire, own, and operate museums and art galleries using public funds. It would have authorized public entities to purchase artworks, artifacts, and related materials for these publicly-owned cultural institutions.

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