2014 United States Virgin Islands referendum
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A two-part referendum was held in the United States Virgin Islands on 4 November 2014. Voters were asked whether they approve of extending the term of office of Senators from two to four years,[1] and whether the cultivation and use of cannabis for medical and research purposes should be allowed.[2]
Quick Facts Are you in favor of the United States Congress amending Section 6(1) of the revised Organic Act of 1954 to increase the term of office of local Senators from two years to four years?, Should the Legislature of the Virgin Islands consider legislation to allow for the cultivation and use of cannabis (commonly known as marijuana) for medical and research purposes? ...
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Are you in favor of the United States Congress amending Section 6(1) of the revised Organic Act of 1954 to increase the term of office of local Senators from two years to four years? | |||||||||||||||||
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Should the Legislature of the Virgin Islands consider legislation to allow for the cultivation and use of cannabis (commonly known as marijuana) for medical and research purposes? | |||||||||||||||||
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The proposal to increase senatorial terms was rejected by 82% of voters, while the medical cannabis proposal was approved by 57% of voters.[3]