Английская Википедия:1989 Northern Mariana Islands constitutional referendum

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A constitutional referendum was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 4 November 1989. Voters were asked whether they approved of two amendments to the constitution. One on putting a limit on spending by the Legislature was approved,[1] whilst the other was rejected.[2]

Background

The proposal to amend the constitution to put a limit on spending was an initiative in the Legislature, and was passed by a three quarter majority in both houses.[1] This meant that only a simple majority was required in the referendum.[1]

It proposed amending Chapter II, sections 16 and 17 to read:

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References

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