Except as otherwise specified in this article, the commission shall cause a referendum to be conducted among producers pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 76111) every five years following implementation of this chapter to determine whether the operation of this chapter is reapproved and shall be continued in effect. The vote shall be declared in favor of continuation if the director determines from the referendum that a majority of the eligible producers voting in the referendum voted to continue the operation of this chapter. If the director finds that a favorable vote has been given, he or she shall so certify and all provisions of this chapter shall remain effective. If the director finds that a favorable vote has not been given, he or she shall so certify and declare the operation of the provisions of this chapter and the commission suspended upon expiration of the marketing season ending December 31, 1990. Thereupon, the operations of the commission shall be concluded and funds distributed in the manner provided in Section 76184. No bond or security shall be required for any such referendum.
(Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1004, Sec. 68. Effective September 26, 1985.)