Office of (former) Northeast Speaker Scott

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Thank you to the Northeast Region!!  I appreciate being given the privilege to work for the people of this great region for another two months, and I congratulate the victors tonight, regional and federal.  I look forward to working with all of you.

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I would like to announce my intention to run for Speaker in the next session.

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Statement on proposal of The Northeast Cabinet Act

For my first act in my second full term, I have proposed a new piece of legislation, this time which will focus on game reform.  To encourage activity and involvement in the Northeast government, the bill I have proposed will establish a board of advisers to Northeast governors, all of which would be nominated and then confirmed by the Assembly.  It is important to note that, if this law is enacted, these advisers will have no legislative power or vote in the Assembly, unless they are, themselves, elected members of the Assembly.  However, I believe it will increase activism if the Governor is allowed to have both elected and non-elected Northeast citizens help in his or her policy-making decisions.  I urge the Assembly to pass this measure when it comes up to a vote, and I would appreciate input from people who oppose this as well as support this, and as always, I encourage amendment proposals as long as they are good ideas.

Sadly, the Healthy Students Act law did not pass, but I may propose a renewed version some time during the session.

-Representative Scott

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I thank the General Assembly for entrusting me with the office of Speaker.  I look forward to a very productive two months.

[Cincinnatus]

I thank the General Assembly for entrusting me with the office of Speaker.  I look forward to a very productive two months.

Congratulations on the position.

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I thank the General Assembly for entrusting me with the office of Speaker.  I look forward to a very productive two months.

Congratulations on the position.

Thank you.

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Statement on the dispute of the vacancy-filling

Recently, the Northeast government has been faced with a legal conflict regarding how our region goes about filling vacancies for the Lieutenant Governor.  Traditionally, the Lieutenant Governor has been an appointed position when it had become vacated.  However, there is much confusion going around this and the Assembly has found itself in an awkward situation with many disagreeing on how to deal with the current situation and how the tie-breaking votes are to be cast with the absence of the Lt. Governor.

I realize now that the Assembly has traditionally recommended Lt. Governors without the need for confirmation, however, the current system is flawed.  The Lt. Governor is typically held by the candidate running for the position who won the most votes in the last election.  Yet, when the office becomes vacant, it is the job of the Governor to appoint someone, instead.  This is very inconsistent with our democratic system of electing legislators and needs change, and a clear rule that will settle these problems.  That is why I have proposed a resolution that hands the task of filling Lt. Governor vacancies to the voters.  The people of the Northeast deserve the right to select their officeholders, including in the event of a vacancy.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

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Official endorsement for this week's at-large Senate election

I am writing this brief message to inform my constituents that I have officially endorsed Northeast Representative Nathan for the special election this weekend.  However, it must be acknowledged that Nathan and Representative Cincinnatus have both been fantastic, active members of the NE Assembly.  I believe both of them would do a fantastic job representing us in Washington, yielding with them their experience, ideas, and wisdom.  Standing behind one campaign was a very difficult move for me for this election, but I can assure the voters that no matter who the winner is, Atlasia will be proud to have one of these competent statesmen speaking for us.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

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Reelection bid officially announced

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Statement on proposal of the new amendments

When the new legislative session takes place following the election, current laws states that the Assembly must have passed legislation by a 2/3 majority in order to override a governor's veto or amend our Constitution.  When the number of seats in the Assembly is reduced from 7 to 5, legislation would only need to be passed by 2/3 of this number, or 3.33333 votes, when calculated.  This would likely be rounded to 4, only so that legislation couldn't pass just by simple majority. (If this were to be the case, what's the point in having a governor?)

If veto overrides and constitutional amendments only require 4 out of 5 votes, I feel this would put checks and balances somewhat in jeopardy because in this scenario, only a majority vote plus one member would be necessary.  My proposed bill changes two provisions in the current Constitution so that veto overrides and constitutional amendments must need full support from the Assembly in order to apply.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

[Cincinnatus]

Do you know how hard it is to obtain full support in this Assembly?  I think this would essentially increase the Governors power dramatically, and prevent any proposed constitutional amendments.

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Do you know how hard it is to obtain full support in this Assembly?  I think this would essentially increase the Governors power dramatically, and prevent any proposed constitutional amendments.

These amendments really don't change the system we have now.  Currently, five votes are required to pass amendments and override vetoes.  My bill simply carries that requirement onto the next sessions.

[Napoleon]

Definitely a terrible idea.isn't wormyguy still in the Assembly? This isnt rocket science.

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Withdrawn, then.

[Napoleon]

Oh, btw, the reason we have 5 (and it took me awhile to convince those who wanted 4), is so that we can have a simple majority, a veto overrides and a unanimous vote all be separate totals.

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Statement on proposal of The Mountaintop Removal Ban Act

Today I have proposed a new law that would, if passed, ban the practice of mountaintop removal mining in the Northeast region.  Because this form of mining is more popular in states further south, my bill will mostly impact coal production in Pennsylvania, which is the state in the region where MTR takes place the most.

Mountaintop removal is known to be an 'extreme' form of mining that occurs rarely, but has great negative impacts on people who live near the areas of where it takes place.  It destroys our beautiful mountains, harms biodiversity, fills our water with dirt and pollutants, contaminates the air with coal dust, and inevitably harms the health of residents nearby.  The form of mining also doesn't create new jobs, but reduces the need for workers.  The Northeast government should not permit this type of environmental destruction in our region.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

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Statement on the result of the recent election

As Speaker, it is my honor to welcome Representative-elect Dallasfan65 to the Northeast Assembly.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

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Statement on proposal of recent SOAP Act amendment

Today I was informed by Rep. Dallasfan65 that it is, in fact, unlawful for posters to discuss legislation in the introduction thread.  He advised that we amend section one of the SOAP Act and create a new thread specifically for discussing operations of the Northeast government.  I believe this is a good idea that would keep the thread more organized and help gain input from our constituents, as well as allow us to discuss or criticize certain pieces of legislation (such as 'joke bills') before they reach the floor.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

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Once again, I thank my constituents in the Northeast for allowing me to represent you in the Assembly for another two months!  I look forward to working to improve the region with you, the Governor, and other elected officials once again.

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I have decided to start keeping a record of legislation that gets voted on.  Much credit to Cincinnatus for inspiring this.

December 2011-February 2012 Session

1. The Northeastern Anti-Bully Initiative Act of 2011
Sponsor: Scott (JCP-CT)
Ayes (1) Scott
Nays (1) Wormyguy
Abstentions (1) Cincinnatus
Non-voting (1) RFK
Status: Vetoed
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2. The Dihydrogen Monoxide Ban Act
Sponsor: Wormyguy (POP-MA)
Ayes (1) Wormyguy
Nays (2) Scott, Cincinnatus
Abstentions:
Non-voting (1) RFK
Status: Failed
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3. The Incredibly Important Act
Sponsor: Wormyguy (POP-MA)
Ayes:
Nays (2) Scott, Cincinnatus
Abstentions (1) Wormyguy
Non-voting (2) FallenMorgan, RFK
Status: Failed
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4. Second Northeast Tax Reform Act of 2011
Sponsor: Cincinnatus (RPP-NY)
Aye (1): FallenMorgan
Nays (1): Wormyguy
Abstentions (1) Scott
Non-voting (1): Cincinnatus
Status: Vetoed
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5. Amendment to the SOAP Act - Protest and Analysis Thread Act
Sponsor: Scott (JCP-CT)
Ayes (4) Scott, Cincinnatus, Wormyguy, FallenMorgan
Nays:
Abstentions:
Non-voting:
Status: Passed
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6. Repeal of the Ballot Standardization Act
Sponsor: Cincinnatus (RPP-NY)
Ayes (2) Scott, Cincinnatus
Nays:
Abstentions (1) FallenMorgan
Non-voting (1) Wormyguy
Status: Passed
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7. Northeast Symbols Act
Sponsor: Cincinnatus (RPP-NY)
Ayes (2) Scott, Cincinnatus
Nays:
Abstentions:
Non-voting (2) Wormyguy, FallenMorgan
Status: Vetoed
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8. The Act to Provide Transportation of a Public Manner to Working Individuals and Families Act
Sponsor: FallenMorgan (POP-ME)
Ayes (2) FallenMorgan, Scott
Nays (2) Cincinnatus, Wormyguy
Abstentions:
Non-voting:
Status: Vetoed
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9. Northeast Symbols Act
Sponsor: Cincinnatus (RPP-NY)
Ayes (2) Cincinnatus, Scott
Nays:
Abstentions (1) Wormyguy
Non-voting (1) FallenMorgan
Status: Passed
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10. The Government Responsibility Act of 2012
Sponsor: Jerseyrules (IFP-NY)
Ayes (2) Jerseyrules, Wormyguy
Nays (3) Cincinnatus, FallenMorgan, Scott
Abstentions:
Non-voting:
Status: Failed
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11. The Fair Taxation Act of 2012
Sponsor: Jerseyrules (IFP-NY)
Ayes:
Nays:
Abstentions:
Non-voting:
Status: Debating
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Statement on swearing-in of new member

As Speaker, it is my honor to welcome Representative Jerseyrules to the Northeast Assembly.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

[Jerseyrules]

Statement on swearing-in of new member

As Speaker, it is my honor to welcome Representative Jerseyrules to the Northeast Assembly.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.  I have no acceptance speech, so I'll just thank all the citizens of the northeast who voted for me, and will attempt to advance the cause of liberty in the time I have representing you.

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Leave of absence notice

Unless there is a change of plans, I will be absent from the Northeast Assembly from early Friday to late Sunday next week.  During that time, I would like to temporarily cede the powers of Speaker to Governor Snowstalker.

-Speaker of the Assembly Scott