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Proposition 79

California Statewide • 1988 •  Legislative Referendum 

Passed

Result: 61.2% yes, 38.8% no

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This ballot measure authorized the state to issue $800 million in general obligation bonds to fund construction and renovation of public school facilities. The bonds would be repaid through state taxes over time to address overcrowding and facility needs in California's public schools.

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