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A referendum on the citizenship law was held in San Marino on 12 September 1999. [1] Voters were asked whether the new citizenship law passed on 16 June should come into force. Although a majority voted in favour, the quorum of 32% of registered voters (9,663) was not achieved and the referendum failed. [2] [3]
Do you want law no. 66 of 16 June 1999 "on the citizenship", which was approved by the Grand and General Council at its session of 16 June 1999, to come into force? [3]
| Choice | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | 9,327 | 56.88 | |
| Against | 7,072 | 43.12 | |
| Total | 16,399 | 100.00 | |
| Valid votes | 16,399 | 96.68 | |
| Invalid/blank votes | 564 | 3.32 | |
| Total votes | 16,963 | 100.00 | |
| Registered voters/turnout | 30,194 | 56.18 | |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | |||
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