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Title 48: Territories and Insular Possessions
Government of U.S. territories including Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico.
18 chapters · 312 sections · 3 key sections available
Key Sections (3)
§ 1421a
Guam Organic Act — Bill of Rights
The Guam Organic Act extends the Bill of Rights and key constitutional amendments to Guam, ensuring residents have the same fundamental rights as people in the states.
civil rightsEffective: Aug 1, 1950
§ 1561
U.S. Virgin Islands Organic Act — Legislative Authority
The U.S. Virgin Islands has a 15-member unicameral legislature that can pass laws on most subjects, but Congress retains the power to override any local law.
electionEffective: Jul 22, 1954
§ 1801
Covenant to Establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
The Northern Mariana Islands is a self-governing U.S. commonwealth with its own elected governor and legislature. Changes to its relationship with the U.S. require mutual consent.
electionEffective: Jan 9, 1978