Southern Chamber of Delegates Noticeboard Thread

[Leinad]

This shall serve as the official noticeboard thread for the Southern Chamber of Delegates. From the Chamber Rules, Section II: "2. The Chamber Noticeboard will be a thread managed by the Governor, or a person of his or her choosing, to update this board with recent events on the Southern Chamber’s legislation, and amendments, along with Rejected and Passed Legislation."

Bills and Resolutions on the Floor
S1: The Modification of the Southern Heritage Act
S2: Amendment to Article IV: The Legislative Branch Section 6
S3: The Parks and Recreation Bill of 2017
S4: Repeal of the Elimination of Income Tax Act

Legislation Passed
S18: Electoral System Clarification Act (5-0 -> signed)
S15: Euthanasia Ban Repeal Act (4-0, 1 abstention -> signed)
S19: Taxpayer Receipt Act (5-0 -> signed)
S22: Student Nutrition Bill of 2017 (5-0 -> signed)
S20: Amendment to the Southern Constitution, Article II (3-1)

Legislation Failed
S17: The Booth Day Act (0-3, 2 abstentions)
S1: Act to revise Bill 2's 'revision to the rules of the chamber of delegates' (0-4, 1 abstention)


Important Links
Constitution of the South
Rules of the Chamber of Delegates
Official Chamber of Delegates Legislation Introduction Thread
Public Office Thread
Official Office Thread

[Vern]

Is there a place that has all the passed legislations?

[diptheriadan]

Is there a place that has all the passed legislations?

I used to manage this, but stopped back in June. It should have all the legislation up to that point.

[Vern]

Is there a place that has all the passed legislations?

I used to manage this, but stopped back in June. It should have all the legislation up to that point.

Thank you, I think we need to have one place that it is all kept. If we do that then it would be easy for anyone to find things. Plus and up-to-date copy of the Rules and Constitution.

[West_Midlander]

Is there a place that has all the passed legislations?

I used to manage this, but stopped back in June. It should have all the legislation up to that point.

Thank you, I think we need to have one place that it is all kept. If we do that then it would be easy for anyone to find things. Plus and up-to-date copy of the Rules and Constitution.

[Vern]

When does the new session start?

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

When does the new session start?

/fhtagn voice begins
Santander!
Classic!
Swear in already!
I wouldn't have to behave like a drill sergeant if you were quick to swear in!
/fhtagn voice ends

[Vern]

When does the new session start?

/fhtagn voice begins
Santander!
Classic!
Swear in already!
I wouldn't have to behave like a drill sergeant if you were quick to swear in!
/fhtagn voice ends

Well, if they don't swear in soon can we just keep close them out?? Lol

[fhtagn]

I don't know if I should feel insulted or honored that you view me as a drill sergeant

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

I don't know if I should feel insulted or honored that you view me as a drill sergeant

I love your style! The drill sergeant stuff was a compliment, it was a boost to activity, and I plan on continuing to copy major parts of your style of speaker if I get elected to the job. You were a great speaker, and your record stands for itself.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

When does the new session start?

/fhtagn voice begins
Santander!
Classic!
Swear in already!
I wouldn't have to behave like a drill sergeant if you were quick to swear in!
/fhtagn voice ends

Well, if they don't swear in soon can we just keep close them out?? Lol

It would be patently unfair for them to get no warning. They should be given PMs telling them what's going on.

[JustinTimeCuber]

When does the new session start?

/fhtagn voice begins
Santander!
Classic!
Swear in already!
I wouldn't have to behave like a drill sergeant if you were quick to swear in!
/fhtagn voice ends

Make the speaker/deputy speaker vote thread, it'll give them a reason to swear in.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Ok so PMed both of them. Threads will be up shortly.

[Fmr. Representative Encke]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but Santander hasn't publicly declared a LOA and has not voted on the final passage of S1 through S4.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but Santander hasn't publicly declared a LOA and has not voted on the final passage of S1 through S4.

the Amendment was voted down, failing 4 to 1. He's still a delegate.
EDIT: It's possible he's been inactive enough to lose his job regardless.

[Fmr. Representative Encke]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but Santander hasn't publicly declared a LOA and has not voted on the final passage of S1 through S4.

the Amendment was voted down, failing 4 to 1. He's still a delegate.
EDIT: It's possible he's been inactive enough to lose his job regardless.

IIRC the amendment would have changed the requirement from missing 4 votes to missing 2 votes. The 4 vote requirement is still in the Constitution, I think. Santander has missed S1, S2, S3, and S4.

[JustinTimeCuber]

Santander is a big meanie

[Mr. Reactionary]

News (11/2/17)

To all interested parties:

- I will be coordinating with Governor DFW, Deputy Speaker and National ArchivistTurner, and my other fellow Southern Delegates in revamping this thread and compiling an accurate listing of Southern laws currently on the books.

- I am implementing a new numbering scheme for bills to make future citation easier. The format is:
Region . Year . Session - Bill #

- In the event that other bills are introduced from Delegates who are not me, I will self-table my extra bills beginning with the latest numbered bill.

- I look forward to a productive session.

[Mr. Reactionary]

To my fellow delegates -

As you might have noticed, I intend to private message each of you whenever a final vote is opened, in order to keep you notified of anything important. If however any of you would rather I not send you private messages and wish to opt out, just let me know and I will instead publish notice directed to you in this thread going forward.

Thank you.

[Mr. Reactionary]

News (11/14/17)

- 6 bills have now passed the chamber and been signed into law (The Nature Calls Act, The Removal of Barriers to Electric Car Purchases Act, The FAST Act, The More Doctors and Hospitals Act, The Tort Reform Act, and The Of Course My Rights Apply When Voting Act.)

- I am officially requesting more debate on 2 bills (The Southern Healthcare Act and the Health Insurance Reform Act). Unless I receive more input I will be seeking to table both bills on Monday, November 20th.

- 1 citizen initiated bill (the Southern Tax Act of 2017) is still lacking a sponsor. Anyone wishing to sponsor the bill, please let me know. Otherwise I intend to seek unanimous consent for a vote on Monday, November 20th.

- The database of all (canon) southern laws is nearing completion. Each law and the date of passage has been identified and the text has been reduced to word format. All that needs completing is the transfer of the text to the wiki. I wish to thank Deputy Speaker Turner and Governor DFW for their assistance in this effort.

Thank you for your time and your continuing service.

[Mr. Reactionary]

As an aside, I do not expect my recent appointment as Secretary of State to diminish the time required of me in regards to this chamber.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Gah, I have been too inactive.

[Mr. Reactionary]

Gah, I have been too inactive.

Its cool. We're still on track to be one of the most productive legislative bodies in recent Atlasia.

[Mr. Reactionary]

News: (12/6/17)

- So the Southern Region just passed a health insurance reform package that brings our Region into compliance with the federal Atlascare requirements for an opt-out. I think this was a wise move, and when combined with the hospital and tort reforms our region has already passed, the push we will make during the future budget process to keep a form of Medicaid in place for those making $30K or under, and the expected federal changes to organ donors, OTC Medicines, and drug patents, I think we will really make a dent in the healthcare problems confronting our citizens.

- I halted all floor action on any non-Atlascare bill for like a week and half so we could focus on debating Atlascare. Now that we've got the health bill passed, I am hoping to restart the process. I have tabled a revenue bill until we get more budget info from the future GM, and I am seeking to vote on the Fireworks bill and the Police Armor bill by Friday. I have also added the next 3 bills in the lineup to the chamber floor. There is still an open slot for citizen referred legislation.

- I will begin compiling the amendments for the Commemorative Coin bill, and we can hold votes on those probably starting this weekend or next week. There is still time to make recommendations.

- Remember, any delegate who is absent for too long can be expelled.

[Mr. Reactionary]

So as of this morning, the Southern chamber has passed 11 bills this term. Great work delegates.