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1977 Northern Mariana Islands constitutional referendum 
Summary
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 edit
A Constitutional Assembly had been elected and drafted the new constitution between 18 October until 5 December 1976.[1]
Results edit
| 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 | ||