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H.J.Res. 238 (97th)

A joint resolution to approve a Constitution for the United States Virgin Islands.

enactedUnited States· United States Congress· EN

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28 April 1981

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Became Public Law No: 97-21.

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Summary

Expresses the sense of the Congress that a Constitution for the U.S. Virgin Islands is approved. Establishes a constitutional review commission which shall periodically review the Constitution and report to the Virgin Islands' Senate its proposals for revisions of the Constitution. Sets forth a transitional schedule for the period between the date of the Constitution's ratification and its effective date.

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