Northeast Propositions for the month of October

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It's that time again for any citizen of the Northeast to propose any legislation that want. There will be two weeks to propose legislation. Once those two weeks have passed, there will be a vote on them the weekend after (the weekend of the 19th of October). For the proposed legislation to be voted on, it requires the signatures of three Northeast citizens. You may begin proposing legislation, NOW!

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Rapid Transit Investment Bill

Findings:
1.   Unlike in other Regions, rail transport is a viable and cost-effective mode of transportation within the bounds of the Northeast.
2.   Because rail transport is unviable outside of the Northeast, the federal government does not invest funding into the expansion of the rail network.
3.   Rapid transit trains running between the cities of New York and Boston are substantially delayed by the need to use outdated rail systems.

Therefore:
1.   The Northeast shall invest the necessary funds into the construction of a rapid transit rail line connecting New York City and Boston.
2.   The Northeast shall further invest in the modernization and improvement of the existing rapid transit line between New York City and the Delaware-Maryland border, passing through the city of Philadelphia.
3.   To assist in funding this project, the Northeast shall levy a tax of 1% on all motor vehicle sales beginning January 1, 2008 and concluding upon the completion of the project.
4.   The estimated total cost of this project is $200 million.

(I tried to work out how much money would be needed for the two projects based on what I could find online; the sum of $200 million seems to be approximately correct.)

Like the Governor, I support this piece of legislation 100%. I hope that the citizens of the Northeast vote unanimously on this bill. Now I'll cut to the chase

X Rockefeller Republican

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Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Bill

Findings:
1.   Fluorescent light bulbs are substantially more energy efficient than the more common incandescent light bulbs.
2.   Fluorescent light bulbs contain a small quantity of mercury which may be unsafe if not disposed of properly.

Therefore:
1.   The Northeast shall establish a program to recycle fluorescent light bulbs in conjunction with companies which manufacture said light bulbs.
2.   The Northeast shall initiate an awareness campaign aimed at encouraging residents to recycle fluorescent light bulbs.
3.   The estimated total cost of this bill is $5 million.

X Rockefeller Republican

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I would like to propose this:

Proposition on the Officialization of the Separation of Religion and State

I:

Religion is entirely seperate from the politics of the government and no political influence can be exerted by religious institutions on the government of the Northeast.

II:

As per this proposition, religious-based instruction in public schools funded by the government are forbidden. However, religious private schools not funded by the government will not be affected by this proposition. The government will not fund religious schools.

III:

It is forbidden by this proposition to base any government or judicial ruling on religious basis. Any religious symbols are forbidden in government buildings or property.

IV:

This proposition continues to guarantee religious freedom for all citizens of the Northeast region.

V:

The property currently belonging to places of worship will not be seized by the government, but will be considered private property and government funding for the construction of places of worship is forbidden.

VI:

Funding by government institutions of religious groups or religious charity organizations is forbidden. However, the pursuit of the activities of these groups or charities is not compromised in any way.

X Rockefeller Republican

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Public Access to the Legislative Record Bill

1.   All legislation passed in the Northeast shall be included in the Atlas Fantasy Wiki by January 1, 2008.
2.   All future legislation passed in the Northeast shall be posted on the Atlas Fantasy Wiki within ten days of its passage.
3.   The responsibility of maintaining records of all legislation passed in the Northeast shall fall to the Lieutenant Governor though this shall not be interpreted as to restrict others’ ability to maintain the legislative record.

Rockefeller Republican

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X Rockefeller Republican In support of a Northeast Constitutional Convention

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Public Access to the Legislative Record Bill

1.   All legislation passed in the Northeast shall be included in the Atlas Fantasy Wiki by January 1, 2008.
2.   All future legislation passed in the Northeast shall be posted on the Atlas Fantasy Wiki within ten days of its passage.
3.   The responsibility of maintaining records of all legislation passed in the Northeast shall fall to the Lieutenant Governor though this shall not be interpreted as to restrict others’ ability to maintain the legislative record.

Rockefeller Republican

If the LG is on board, then so am I.

X  Mr. Moderate

I am primarily supporting this piece of legislation proposed by Senator Verily, because the last time I checked the NE legislation thread on the AtlasWiki, it was updated to either late 2005 or early 2006. Whilst other Atlasian regions Wiki's have been updated to the present time.

[Robespierre's Jaw]

Well, passing a law to require someone to do work will only be successful if said person is willing to do the work.

Senator if this piece of legislation is approved by one more citizen of the Northeast, then it's successfully voted through on the weekend of October 19-21, then It would be my duty to fix up the NE Atlas Wiki. Which I would be happy to do as Lieutenant Governor.

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There is six days left to sign a piece of legislation for it to go on the ballot, likewise with proposing legislation.

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Rockefeller Republican

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X Rockefeller Republican

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It now looks like we'll have 7 or 8 pieces of legislation up for vote on the weekend of October 19-21. I'll update the list on my Lieutenant Governor's thread.

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X Rockefeller Republican

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X Rockefeller Republican

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Just a reminder that Northeast citizens have two days left to propose or sign a piece of legislation, that will go on the October ballot. With the Election to take place the weekend of October 19-21.

To find what propositions will be on the ballot this weekend here's the link: October Northeast Props

Thanks for your time,

Rockefeller Republican
_{Lieutenant Governor of the Northeast}

P.S. I will start updating Northeast legislation that has been passed from November 2005 to the present day tomorrow. So don't worry my fellow citizens, the Wiki will be updated.

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Just to let you know, the polls have closed to propose and sign proposed legislation for the October Northeast ballot. We have NINE propositions that will appear on the ballot this weekend and they are the following:

1. Death Penalty Abolition Bill

2. Rapid Transit Investment Bill

3. Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Bill

4. Proposition on the Officialization of the Separation of Religion and State

5. Public Access to the Legislative Record Bill

6. Health Insurance Option Restoration Act

7. Children’s Health Care Act

8. Northeastern Region Legislation Standardization Act

9. Adoption Reform Bill

Thanks for your time,

Rockefeller Republican
_{Lieutenant Governor of the Northeast}

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Northeast October Props Results

DEATH PENALTY ABOLITION BILL
8 Aye, 6 Nay, 1 Abstain

I declare the Death Penalty Abolition Bill passed.

RAPID TRANSIT INVESTMENT BILL
12 Aye, 2 Nay, 1 Abstain

I declare the Rapid Transit Investment Bill passed.

Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Bill
13 Aye, 2 Nay

I declare the Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling Bill passed.

Proposition on the Officialization of the Separation of Religion and State
10 Aye, 4 Nay, 1 Abstain

I declare the Proposition on the Officialization of the Separation of Religion and State passed.

Public Access to the Legislative Record Bill
14 Aye, 1 Abstain

I declare the Public Access to the Legislative Record Bill passed.

Health Insurance Option Restoration Act
10 Aye, 4 Nay, 1 Abstain

I declare the Health Insurance Option Restoration Act passed.

Children’s Health Care Act
13 Aye, 1 Nay, 1 Abstain

I declare the Children's Health Care Act passed.

Northeastern Region Legislation Standardization Act
1 Aye, 7 Nay, 7 Abstain

I declare the Northeastern Region Legislation Standardization Act to have failed.

Adoption Reform Bill
10 Aye, 3 Nay, 2 Abstain

I declare the Adoption Reform Bill passed.


These bills will be sent to Governor MAS where he'll decide whether they'll be passed or be vetoed.