Micronesian imports referendum, 1995

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A referendum on the powers of the federal government to levy taxes on imports was held in the Federated States of Micronesia on 4 July 1995.^[1] Congress had adopted Public Law 8-135 on the matter, which would have altered article II of Chapter IX of the constitution.^[1] However, the move was vetoed by President Bailey Olter on 22 March.^[1] As a result, the referendum was held alongside by-elections for Congress. A three-quarter majority was required in three of the four states, but the proposal was rejected by voters.^[1]

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1 2 3 4 Federated States of Micronesia, 4 July 1995: Tax jurisdiction of the federal government on imports Direct Democracy (in German)

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