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Bill: Inclusive Enfranchisement Act
Details
Submitted by[?]: Progressive Democratic Alliance
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: June 5409
Description[?]:
| The proposed law, titled the "Inclusive Enfranchisement Act," aims to reshape the government's approach to voting rights for individuals with criminal charges. Unlike the current policy that restricts voting based on the severity of charges, this legislation advocates for a more inclusive system. Under the "Inclusive Enfranchisement Act," all individuals, regardless of the nature or seriousness of their criminal charges, are granted the right to vote. The law emphasizes the importance of universal suffrage, recognizing the potential for rehabilitation and the significance of civic engagement for every member of society. |
Proposals
Article 1
Proposal[?] to change Voting rights of criminals.
Old value:: Criminals who are charged with minor crimes are eligable to vote, others charged with serious crimes are not.
Current: Criminals who are charged with minor crimes are eligable to vote, others charged with serious crimes are not.
Proposed: Criminals are always allowed to vote, regardless of whether they are in jail or not.
Debate
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| Vote | Seats | ||
| yes | Total Seats: 284 | ||
| no |
Total Seats: 466 | ||
| abstain | Total Seats: 0 |
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