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Bill: Devolution of Powers Regarding Marine Interests Bill
Details
Submitted by[?]: Deltarian Liberal Movement
Status[?]: defeated
Votes: This is an ordinary bill. It requires more yes votes than no votes. This bill will not pass any sooner than the deadline.
Voting deadline: April 3128
Description[?]:
| Recognizing that steps must be taken to protect, sustain and develop levels of both Whale and Fish populations under threat by overtly-zealous fishing operations within our shores, and that the Deltarian republic is made up of multiple regions with access to a variety of different aquatic environment, the Liberal Conservatives propose the following change to the laws of our nation: The Devolution of power in regards to fishing and whaling to local government authorities to allow for a better monitoring and response for these areas where a community approach will be able to adapt quickly to situations unique to their region. |
Proposals
Article 1
Proposal[?] to change Commercial fishing regulation.
Old value:: There are no limits on the amount of fish that may be caught.
Current: The government establishes fishing quotas.
Proposed: Local governments can establish fishing quotas
Article 2
Proposal[?] to change The government's stance on whaling.
Old value:: Commercial whaling is legal and not subject to restrictions.
Current: Whaling is illegal.
Proposed: Local governments decide about whaling.
Debate
These messages have been posted to debate on this bill:
| Date | 05:09:03, May 29, 2011 CET | From | Deltarian Liberal Movement | To | Debating the Devolution of Powers Regarding Marine Interests Bill |
| Message | "We're actually willing as a nation to allow for the endangerment and extinction of Marine life across our fine waterways? Truly?" - Premier Christopher Arcon Liberal Conservative Party |
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Voting
| Vote | Seats | ||
| yes | Total Seats: 61 | ||
| no |
Total Seats: 140 | ||
| abstain | Total Seats: 171 |
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