SB 109-04: Regulatory Process Reform Act (Failed)

[Mr. Reactionary]

I think I would oppose this in principle as I believe not only would it hamper Sirius's role as SOIA, but as written, "regulation" could in theory apply to some of the work at the Department of State depending on interpretation. As I am an executive official, I believe I will have to abstain from voting on this issue due to a conflict of interest, but I would like some clarification on the wording as a Senator.

I would interpret is as regulation under the APA which excludes acts by State/Defense.

[Mr. Reactionary]

Aye

[Mr. Reactionary]

While this may have some collateral effects for the SoIA if their office issues regs, I think its important to look at this bill more as limiting NPC regulations of big impact from being deemed to be in place automatically without legislative debate like in real life. Its basically an amendment to the APA rules for issuing regs without congressional assent. It shouldnt have much of a negative impact on actual gameplay but is rather a procedural rule to ensure adequate legislative debate over massive federal policies that carry the weight of law.

[Mr. Reactionary]

I second the motion

[Mr. Reactionary]

Aye