On 7 October 1975, Liberians voted on a presidential-term amendment alongside the general election.
Question before voters
The proposed constitutional change would limit a president to a single eight-year term, replacing the arrangement that permitted an initial eight-year term followed by additional four-year terms.
Election-day context
The referendum was held with the 1975 presidential and legislative elections. President William R. Tolbert Jr. and the True Whig Party faced no electoral opposition, and party candidates took the legislative seats without contest.
Reported outcome
Historical election summaries report that the term-limit proposal passed with approximately 90 percent support. President Tolbert had stated that he would leave office in 1983 even if the amendment failed.
Constitutional significance
The measure sought to restore a firm limit on presidential tenure after the 1949 amendment had allowed repeated reelection. The 1847 constitutional order was later suspended following the 1980 coup, before the proposed 1983 transition could occur.
Evidence status
Partial historical record. The date, subject and reported percentage are documented. Exact yes and no totals, turnout and a complete certified national return remain under archival review.