If the Governor finds the referendum in order and that at least a simple majority of those voting are in opposition to the continuation of Sheep Industry Board and the assessment for the purpose of conducting programs in market development, predator control, education, research, and promotion of the sheep industry, he shall so proclaim and upon such proclamation the Sheep Industry Board and the assessment shall be discontinued. If the Governor finds that at least a simple majority of those voting are in favor of the continuation of the Sheep Industry Board and the assessment, he shall not so proclaim.
1995, c. 691, § 3.1-1071; 2008, c. 860.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 3.2 - Agriculture, Animal Care, and Food
Chapter 21 - Sheep Industry Board
§ 3.2-2101. Sheep Industry Board; composition and appointment of members
§ 3.2-2104. Powers and duties of Sheep Industry Board
§ 3.2-2106. Management of referenda; Commissioner's duties; notice
§ 3.2-2107. Question to be printed on ballots
§ 3.2-2108. Persons eligible to vote
§ 3.2-2109. Referenda results; action of Governor
§ 3.2-2110. Production districts designated
§ 3.2-2111. Virginia Sheep Industry Promotion and Development Fund established
§ 3.2-2112. Collection and disposition of assessment by handler; reports