Northern Mariana Islands Constitutional Convention referendum, 1983
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A referendum on holding a Constitutional Convention was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 5 November 1983.[1] The proposal was approved by voters.[1] A subsequent 44-part referendum on constitutional amendments was held in 1985.
Background
The referendum was held in accordance with Chapter XVIII, article 2 of the constitution, which stated that there must be a referendum on calling a Constitutional Convention every ten years.[1] Voters were asked the question "Shall there be a constitutional convention to propose amendments to the Constitution?"[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 Northern Mariana Islands, 5 November 1983: Election of a Constitutional Convention Direct Democracy (in German)
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