Northern Mariana Islands local government reorganisation referendum, 1987

Northern Mariana Islands
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A referendum on a reorganisation of local government was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 7 November 1987.[1] The proposal was approved by voters.[1]

Background

The proposed reorganisation of local government was a legislative initiative passed by a 75% majority in both houses of the Legislature.[1] As a result, only a simply majority of votes was required for the proposals to pass.[1]

The proposals involved a complete rewrite of Chapter VI of the constitution, which defined the rights, duties and electoral system for local government.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Northern Mariana Islands, 7 November 1987: Reorganisation of local government Direct Democracy (German)
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