1912 Swiss insurance referendum
Referendum in Switzerland
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A referendum on insurance was held in Switzerland on 4 February 1912.[1] Voters were asked whether they approved of a federal law on health and accident insurance.[1] The proposal was approved by 54.4% of voters.[1]
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4 February 1912
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Background
The referendum was an optional referendum,[1] which only a majority of the vote, as opposed to the mandatory referendums, which required a double majority; a majority of the popular vote and majority of the cantons.[2]
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 287,565 | 54.4 |
| Against | 241,816 | 45.6 |
| Blank votes | 6,735 | â |
| Invalid votes | 3,557 | â |
| Total | 539,273 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 839,212 | 64.3 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
