(a) Between January 1, 1989, and December 31, 1989, the commission shall conduct a referendum among handlers. A favorable vote under this chapter shall be found if the director determines from the referendum that a majority of the eligible handlers voting in the referendum voted in favor of continuing the operations of this chapter.
(b) If the director finds that a favorable vote has been given, he or she shall so certify and this chapter shall remain operative. If the director finds that a favorable vote has not been given, he or she shall so certify and declare the operation of this chapter and the commission suspended upon the expiration of the marketing season ending December 31, 1989. Thereupon, the operations of the commission shall be concluded and funds distributed in the manner provided in Section 75175.
(c) No bond or security is required for the referendum.
(Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 965, Sec. 12. Effective September 10, 1984.)