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2004 in Iceland

Explore 3 historical events and records for Iceland in 2004.

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Historical records for Iceland in 2004

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June

2 June 2004

Presidential Media Law Veto

Grimsson, Olafur Ragnar · Bessastadir · President of Iceland · Government / Government of Iceland

President Grimsson refuses to sign controversial media ownership legislation, becoming the first Icelandic president to use the constitutional referral power.

September

15 September 2004

Fourth David Oddsson Government

Oddsson, David · Reykjavik · Prime Minister of Iceland · Government / Government of Iceland

The Fourth David Oddsson Government ends, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Iceland.

15 September 2004

Halldor Asgrimsson Government

Asgrimsson, Halldor · Reykjavik · Prime Minister of Iceland · Government / Government of Iceland

Begins the Halldor Asgrimsson Government and serves as Prime Minister of Iceland.

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