The proceedings for the issuance of revenue bonds shall be had, the district shall have the powers and duties, and the bondholders shall have the rights and remedies, all in substantial accordance with and with like legal effect as provided in the Revenue Bond Law of 1941 (Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 54300), Part 1, Division 2, Title 5 of the Government Code); provided, however, that when such proceedings are requested by the affirmative action of a majority or more of the voters in the district, no election shall be had, nor shall such action be subject to referendum.