We are working on a brand new version of the game! If you want to stay informed, read our blog and register for our mailing list.
Bill: Prisoner of War Conditions
Details
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: December 4322
Description[?]:
As a nation we must give of the image of respecting international law and standards. Yes we may treat our prisoners of war well, but to meet international standards and enshrine that in law will send of a positive message to the world |
Proposals
Article 1
Proposal[?] to change The government's policy regarding the treatment of prisoners of war.
Old value:: Prisoners of war are treated according to the national laws of the captor power.
Current: Prisoners of war must be treated well, according to internationally-accepted standards.
Proposed: Prisoners of war must be treated well, according to internationally-accepted standards.
Debate
These messages have been posted to debate on this bill:
Date | 17:01:27, December 23, 2017 CET | From | Volkspartei für Freiheit und Demokratie | To | Debating the Prisoner of War Conditions |
Message | We believe our national law should have superiority over some international laws, thus on this occasion we shall vote no. Katarina Riemann MSC Leader of the Conservative and Reformist Alliance |
Date | 19:05:54, December 23, 2017 CET | From | Grüne Demokratische Partei | To | Debating the Prisoner of War Conditions |
Message | Ultimately, our standards are strong enough to provide a humane environment for POWs. I think Dorvik is perfectly able to make these choices independent of international regulation. Elisa Stromberg Co-Leader of One Dorvik |
subscribe to this discussion - unsubscribe
Voting
Vote | Seats | |||||
yes | Total Seats: 173 | |||||
no |
Total Seats: 299 | |||||
abstain | Total Seats: 73 |
Random fact: RP laws follow the same passing rules as in-game variable laws. Laws that are not of a constitutional nature require a simple majority "Yes" vote from active parties currently holding seats. Laws that are of a constitutional nature require a 2/3 majority "Yes" vote from active parties currently holding seats. RP laws may be abolished a simple majority vote this applies to ANY RP law. |
Random quote: "The opportunity to serve our country, that is all we ask." - John Smith |