Référendum de 1980

The Référendum de 1980 was a national vote held in France on March 2, 1980, to approve or reject a series of proposed constitutional reforms. These reforms aimed to strengthen the powers of Parliament, promote decentralization, and modernize various institutions. Citizens cast their votes directly on these proposals, allowing the public to influence significant changes in the country's governance. The referendum was part of President Valéry Giscard d'Estaing's efforts to modernize France’s political system and increase democratic participation. The proposals were generally approved, reflecting public support for modernizing the government structure.