1977 Northern Mariana Islands constitutional referendum

A constitutional referendum was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 6 March 1977.[1] The new constitution was approved by 93% of voters and came into force on 9 January 1978.[1]

Background

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A Constitutional Assembly had been elected and drafted the new constitution between 18 October until 5 December 1976.[1]

Results

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Choice Votes %
For 3,557 93.24
Against 258 6.76
Invalid/blank votes 19
Total 3,834 100
Registered voters/turnout 6,554 58.50
Source: Direct Democracy

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