A constitutional referendum was held in Lithuania on 10 November 1996 alongside the second round of the parliamentary elections.[1] Voters were asked whether they approved of an amendment to Article 47 of the constitution to add a paragraph allowing EU citizens to buy agricultural land.[2] Although it was approved by 52% of those voting, voter turnout was only 39.7% and the referendum failed to pass the threshold of 50% of registered voters in favour.[3]
1996 Lithuanian constitutional referendum
10 November 1996
Are you in favor of the law amending Art. 47 of the Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania?
Outcome
Proposal failed as less than 50% of registered voters voted in favour
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