S.19.2-1: Budget Clarification Amendment (Debating)

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Budget Clarification Amendment

The following change shall be made to the Constitution, Article III, Section 10:

10. The governor is obligated to present a bi-yearly budget by March 1 and September 1 of each year. The structure and procedure for the budget process are to be determined by law. The budget of all government activities is to be voted on by the legislature after a normal debate period. The Budget shall remain in effect until one year from its date of passage, or March 21st of the calendar year after that of its passage, whichever is earlier. The governor is obligated to ensure that the budget does not provide for any deficits except in times of emergency or war, a condition the legislature must successfully endorse by a two-thirds majority. All budgets must include a plan for revenue and taxation.

Sponsor: Wulfric (civilian slot)

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

I am proud to be the first user of the civilian slot this term. This important amendment eliminates the requirement for a second budget each year, and clarifies how long the budget remains in effect. This streamlines and clarifies the process. I encourage the chamber and the people to adopt it.

I am in support.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

I second the motion.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Final vote.
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[President Punxsutawney Phil]

aye