Massachusetts ballot measures, 2016

Four statewide ballot measures are certified for the 2016 ballot in the state of Massachusetts.[1]

Of the measures that qualified for the ballot, Question 1 would allow a second slots parlor to exist in Massachusetts, Question 2 would let state education officials approve up to 12 new charter schools a year, Question 3 would phase out what advocates say are "extreme" methods of farm animal confinement, and Question 4 would legalize marijuana for recreational use.

Binding statewide questions

Number Initiative Title Subject Description Status Yes No Result
Question 1 Massachusetts Expand Slot Machine Gaming Initiative Gambling Allow a second slots parlor to exist in Massachusetts On ballot rejected
Question 2 Massachusetts Charter School Expansion Initiative Education Let state education officials approve up to 12 new charter schools a year On ballot rejected
Question 3 Massachusetts Conditions for Farm Animals Initiative Animals Phase out what advocates say are "extreme" methods of farm animal confinement On ballot approved
Question 4 Massachusetts Legalization, Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Initiative Marijuana Legalize marijuana for recreational use On ballot approved

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