1978 Virginia ballot measures

The 1978 Virginia State Elections took place on Election Day, November 7, 1978, the same day as the U.S. House elections in the state. The only statewide elections on the ballot were one constitutional referendums to amend the Virginia State Constitution and one statutory referendum. Because Virginia state elections are held on off-years, no statewide officers or state legislative elections were held. All referendums were referred to the voters by the Virginia General Assembly.

Further information: Initiatives and referendums in the United States

Question 1

This amendment asked voters to give the Virginia General Assembly the ability to permit certain tax exemptions for property which has undergone substantial renovation, rehabilitation or replacement necessitated by age and use.

Question 1

Choice	Votes	%
Yes	690,479	68.05
No	324,236	31.95
Total votes	1,014,715	100.00
Source: - Official Results

Question 2

This referendum asked voters to legalize and regulate parimutuel betting on horse racing in Virginia. Although this measure was rejected by voters, it was approved 10 years later in 1988.

Question 2

Choice	Votes	%
No	589,843	51.99
Yes	544,781	48.01
Total votes	1,134,624	100.00
Source: - Official Results