1991 Micronesian constitutional referendum
Appearance
A 26-part constitutional referendum was held in the Federated States of Micronesia on 2 July 1991.[1] Only four of the proposals to amend the constitution were approved by voters.
Results
[edit]# | Proposal | Outcome |
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1 | Four year term of office for Congress members | Rejected [2] |
2 | List of judges with special responsibilities | Rejected [3] |
3 | Powers of the Supreme Court | Rejected [4] |
4 | Constitutional amendments by simple majority in each state | Rejected [5] |
5 | Clarification of the term of office of the President | Rejected [6] |
6 | Independent Anti-Corruption Prosecutor | Rejected [7] |
7 | Co-ordination of government projects with the states | Rejected [8] |
8 | Individual states ability to impose additional taxes on import duties | Rejected [9] |
9 | No public funds for Congress members | Rejected [10] |
10 | Powers for education and social security | Approved [11] |
11 | Consent of the individual states for a new civil rights law | Rejected [12] |
12 | Repeal of the ban on indefinite leases of land under certain circumstances | Approved [13] |
13 | Traditional ownership of land for sub-sea reefs | Rejected [14] |
14 | Fifty percent of government revenue transferred to the states | Rejected [15] |
15 | Temporary land rights as collateral for loans | Rejected [16] |
16 | Exclusive application of Micronesian jurisdiction | Approved [17] |
17 | Repeal of facilitated repatriation of former residents | Rejected [18] |
18 | Veto of presidential decisions with a three-quarter majority in Congress | Rejected [19] |
19 | Restricting Congress to defining only national crime | Approved [20] |
20 | Powers of individual states on foreign investment | Rejected [21] |
21 | Inconsistencies of local laws with the Constitution; first congressional elections | Rejected [22] |
22 | Powers of the President to grant amnesties | Rejected [23] |
23 | Liability of all official acts of the states | Rejected [24] |
24 | Access of the public auditor | Rejected [25] |
25 | Introduction of a chamber of traditional chiefs | Rejected [26] |
26 | New title for Chapter I | Rejected [27] |
Passed amendments
[edit]# | Section | Old text | New text |
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10 | Chapter IX article 2 section r |
New section | The following powers are expressly delegated to Congress: (r) to promote education and health by setting minimum standards, coordinating state activities relating to foreign assistance, providing training and assistance to the states and providing support for post-secondary educational programs and projects. |
10 | Chapter IX article 3 section c |
The following powers may be exercised concurrently by Congress and the states: (c) to establish systems of social security and public welfare, to promote education and health, and |
The following powers may be exercised concurrently by Congress and the states: (c) to establish systems of social security and public welfare. |
12 | Chapter XIII article 5 |
An agreement for the use of land for an indefinite term is prohibited. An existing agreement becomes void 5 years after the effective date of this Constitution. Within that time, a new agreement shall be concluded between the parties. When the national government is a party, it shall initiate negotiations. | A lease agreement for the use of land for an indefinite term by a noncitizen, a corporation not wholly owned by citizens, or any government is prohibited. |
16 | Chapter XI article 11 |
Court decisions shall be consistent with this Constitution, Micronesian customs and traditions, and the social and geographical configuration of Micronesia. | Court decisions shall be consistent with this Constitution, Micronesian customs and traditions, and the social and geographical configuration of Micronesia. In rendering a decision, the court must consult and apply sources of the Federated States of Micronesia. |
19 | Chapter IX article 2 section p |
The following powers are expressly delegated to Congress: (p) to define major crimes and prescribe penalties, having due regard for local custom and tradition |
The following powers are expressly delegated to Congress: (p) to define national crimes and prescribe penalties, having due regard for local custom and tradition |
References
[edit]- ^ Micronesia Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Vierjährige Amtszeit für alle Kongressabgeordneten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Liste von Richtern mit besonderen Aufgaben Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Kompetenzen des Obersten Gerichts Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Verfassungsänderungen mit einfacher Mehrheit in den Einzelstaaten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Präzisierung der Amtszeit des Präsidenten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Unabhängiger Staatsanwalt zur Korruptionsbekämpfung Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Koordination von Regierungsprojekten mit den Einzelstaaten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Einzelstaaten dürfen Steuerzuschläge auf Importzölle erheben Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Keine öffentlichen Fondsgelder für Kongressabgeordnete Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Kompetenzen für Erziehung und soziale Sicherheit Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Zustimmung der Einzelstaaten zu einem neuen Bürgerrechtsgesetz Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Aufhebung des Verbots unbefristeter Landverpachtungen unter gewissen Umständen Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Traditioneller Landbesitz für Untermeeresriffe Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : 50% der Staatseinnahmen für die Einzelstaaten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Zeitlich begrenzte Landrechte als Sicherheit bei Krediten Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Ausschliessliche Geltung mikronesicher Rechtssprechung Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Aufhebung der erleichterten Wiedereinbürgerung ehemaliger Bewohner Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Veto des Präsidenten mit drei Vierteln überstimmbar Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Kongress legt nur noch nationale Verbrechen fest Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Kompetenz der Einzelstaaten über ausländische Investititonen Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Inkonsistenz lokaler Gesetze mit der Verfassung; erste Kongresswahl Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Kompetenzen des Präsidenten für Amnestien Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Verbindlichkeit aller Amtshandlungen der Staaten untereinander Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Bedingungen für den öffentlichen Rechnungsprüfer Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Einführung einer Kammer traditioneller Häuptlinge Direct Democracy
- ^ Mikronesischer Staatenbund, 2. Juli 1991 : Neuer Titel für Kapitel I Direct Democracy