From January 1, 1995, to December 30, 1995, inclusive, the commission shall conduct a referendum among the producers to determine whether the operations of this chapter shall be approved and continued in effect. There is a favorable vote under this chapter if the secretary determines from the referendum that a majority of the eligible producers voting in the referendum voted in favor of continuing the operations of this chapter. If the secretary finds that a favorable vote has been given, the secretary shall so certify and this chapter shall remain effective. If the secretary finds that a favorable vote has not been given, the secretary shall so certify and declare the operations of this chapter suspended on December 31, 1995. Thereupon, operation of the commission shall be concluded and funds distributed in the manner provided in Section 78304. No bond or security shall be required for this referendum.
(Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 727, Sec. 173. Effective January 1, 1996.)
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