This constitution may be amended by a majority vote of the qualified voters of the Tribe voting at an election called for that purpose by the Secretary of the Interior, Provided, That at least thirty percent (30%) of those entitled to vote shall vote in such election; but no amendment shall become effective until approved by the Secretary of the Interior or until deemed approved by the Secretary by operation of law. It shall be the duty of the Secretary of the Interior to call and hold an election on any proposed amendment at the request of the Tribal Council, or upon presentation of a petition signed by at least thirty percent (30%) of the qualified voters of the Tribe.
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Adoption of Constitution
This constitution, when adopted by a majority vote of the registered voters of the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe, voting at a special election authorized by the Secretary of the Interior in which at least thirty percent (30%) of those registered in ...
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Section 8. Enrollment Ordinance.
Section 8. Enrollment Ordinance. The Tribal Council shall enact an enrollment ordinance consistent with this constitution.
Section 2. Special Elections.
Section 2. Special Elections. Special elections shall be held when called for by the Tribal Council, by this constitution, or by the voters, as provided for in this constitution or appropriate ordinances.
Savings Clause
All enactments of the Tribe adopted before the effective date of this constitution shall continue in full force and effect to the extent that they are consistent with this constitution.