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A Big Ballot for Texans<\/p>\n
Lubbock <\/a>voters, get ready\u2014this year\u2019s ballot is a big one. On November 4th, Texans will decide on 17 proposed constitutional amendments, covering everything from property tax exemptions to water projects and education funding.<\/p>\n Download the KKCL Mobile App Now<\/a><\/p>\n While not all propositions get a ton of attention, several could have a real impact on how we live, work, and do business right here in West Texas. Here\u2019s a quick breakdown of some of the key measures you\u2019ll see on the ballot.<\/p>\n Proposition 1 (SJR 59): Would create a Permanent Technical Institution Infrastructure Fund and Available Workforce Education Fund\u2014designed to help schools like Texas State Technical College train students for hands-on, high-demand jobs.<\/p>\n Proposition 2 (SJR 18): Aims to prohibit a tax on realized or unrealized capital gains for individuals, families, estates, or trusts.<\/p>\n Proposition 3 (SJR 5): Would allow courts to deny bail for certain felony offenses under specific circumstances.<\/p>\n Proposition 4 (HJR 7): Directs a portion of state sales-and-use tax revenue into the Texas Water Fund, helping ensure long-term water resources for rural and urban communities alike.<\/p>\n Proposition 5 (HJR 99): Would exempt certain animal feed from property taxes when it\u2019s held for retail sale\u2014something that could benefit West Texas feed and supply stores.<\/p>\n Proposition 7 (HJR 133): Creates a new property tax exemption for spouses of veterans who passed away from service-related conditions.<\/p>\n Proposition 8 (HJR 2): Would prohibit the state from ever imposing death or estate taxes.<\/p>\n (See the full ballot guide with all 17 propositions HERE<\/a>)<\/p>\n These are just a few highlights from the 17 total measures on the table. Each proposition is statewide, meaning every vote in Lubbock County counts just as much as one in Houston or Dallas.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re voting in person on Election Day, head to one of the official Lubbock County Voting Centers. You can find your assigned location at VoteLubbock.org<\/a> or stop by the Lubbock County Elections Office at:<\/p>\n 1308 Crickets Ave. Plan Ahead, Lubbock<\/p>\n This ballot is a long one\u2014so do yourself a favor and review the propositions before heading to the polls. Bring a valid photo ID, double-check your polling location, and make your voice heard.<\/p>\nUnsplashWhat\u2019s on the Ballot<\/p>\n
UnsplashWhere to Vote in Lubbock<\/p>\n
Lubbock, TX
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