(1) For a referendum the absolute majority of the validly cast votes is decisive.

(2) The result of a referendum shall be officially announced. Art. 46. (1) A referendum takes place at the order of the Federal President.

(2) Entitled to vote in referenda is who possesses the suffrage to the National Council on the day of the referendum.

(3) The detailed provisions on the procedure for the plebiscite shall be made by Federal Law. Art. 26 para 6 is to be applied analoguosly.