Virginia § 3.2-1809 - Referenda results; action of Governor
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§ 3.2-1809. Referenda results; action of Governor
The Governor shall examine all matters relating to the referendum and whether a majority of the producers voting expressed a desire for additional research, education, publicity, advertising, and other means of promotion and continuing the levying of the tax to support them. If the Governor finds the referendum in order and that a majority of those voting are in opposition to the continuation of the levying of the tax on potatoes, he shall so proclaim and upon such proclamation the tax on potatoes shall be discontinued. If the Governor finds that a majority of those voting are in favor of the continuation of the tax on potatoes, the Governor shall not so proclaim.
1982, c. 126, § 3.1-684.28; 2008, c. 860.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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