November 1994 Uruguayan referendum

A double constitutional referendum was held in Uruguay on 27 November 1994 alongside general elections. Voters were asked two questions; whether they approved of two initiatives, one on preventing cuts in pension payments,[1] and one on the proportion of the state budget spent on education.[2] The first question was approved, whilst the second was rejected.

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Initiatives

Pension cuts

The pension cuts referendum was initiated by the Association of Retirees through collecting signatures equal to one-tenth of the number of registered voters.[1]

Education budget

The referendum on reserving 27% of the state budget for education was initiated by the Teachers Union by collecting the required number signatures. It would involve amending articles 214, 215 and 220 of the constitution.[2]

Results

Pension cuts
Choice Votes %
For1,540,46272.30
Against590,15627.70
Total2,130,618100
Registered voters/turnout2,328,47891.50
Source: Direct Democracy

Education budget
Choice Votes %
For694,35132.58
Against1,436,26767.42
Total2,130,618100
Registered voters/turnout2,328,47891.50
Source: Direct Democracy

References
  1. Uruguay, 27 November 1994: No hidden cuts in pension payments Direct Democracy (in German)
  2. Uruguay, 27 November 1994: 27% of the state budget for education Direct Democracy (in German)
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