The Imperial Dominion of the South's Legislature

[CatoMinor]

Did we ever do anything about that prison problem the GM wrote about?

[CatoMinor]

As for the looming GM's fuel price problem, do we have any gas taxes? If so I propose we either cut them dramatically or abolish them all together.

[CatoMinor]

Abortion Bill Amendment

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[CatoMinor]

Prison Reform Bill of 2010

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[CatoMinor]

Well I havent found anything on the wiki giving a rate for taxation, just that there is the tax. So it would serve to both set the rate at a low but fair percentage, and give a period without the tax to encourage economic expansion in the region. but if six months seems too long then perhaps section 2 could be changed to either have a shorter period of suspending the tax, or six months of a lower 3-4% rate.

[CatoMinor]

I'll support the tax reduction.  Our law code already seems to be fairly pro-business; I'm not sure if repealing all of the regulation would be good for anybody.  I move we cut that section from the bill.

Well the point of that is to start with a clean slate, it it removes any good, and bad. If necessary the Legislature can create new regulations, which would give you guys something to do. There is still Federal regulations so its not exactly repealing all or maybe even most of them.
 I'm not aiming for pro-business as much as I am pro-Southeast, with less burden we will see new jobs, with more business in the region we will see more competition creating better services and products for lower prices in the region. Just give this bill a chance, if the GM reports that the SE has erupted into chaos and anarchy we will obviously know what not to do next time.

[CatoMinor]

Here's where I stand:
1. I think that you guys are probably right on federal restrictions, so I guess I can take that one. I can't imagine the SE has much extra regulation anyways.
2. I do not, however, think, that suspending taxes entirely is a good idea. I don't believe that the growth that would occur would offset the total loss of taxation- we do have to think of our budget somewhat.
3. I'd rather go to some intermediate drop in taxation during that time, with the final rate being lowered either at 6 months or 1 year.
4. In addition to removing taxation on year 1 of businesses, I'd say we could also have a reduced rate in the second year.

That sounds alright with me, I also like you idea of the second year of a reduced rate. Someone just needs to draw up the amendments to the bill.

[CatoMinor]

I think it looks good

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[CatoMinor]

     As Badger said to me in a PM, we could come to a compromise by allowing persons 16 or older to make pornographic images or videos of themselves, but still only allow people to do so of other persons if the subjects are 18 or older. Thoughts on that from my colleagues?

I think that sounds good.

[CatoMinor]

just updated it

[CatoMinor]

just updated it

Thanks. One note: If you could include either the full text of the laws or links to the final version, that would be useful as well.

Ok, I'll try and get to that this weekend.

[CatoMinor]

Just a reminder, there is still a bill yet to be voted on, and

Brandonh
Jokerman
Dan Adams
Fresh Baked Cookies
Mark Sanford
Mark Foley
Mark Souder
Bob Saget
Pinhead

All need to declare if they accept the write-ins if they want them to count.

[CatoMinor]

    Maybe set up a three-strikes system of punishment, like the one that exists for selling alcohol to underage persons.

Strike 1. - Nasty letter that will hurt your feelings.
Strike 2. - $1,000 fine.
Strike 3. - Firing squad.

[CatoMinor]

well, with you and deldem there is a quorum so you guys can still vote.

[CatoMinor]

The Bill is approved 2-0.

The bill will wait until the governor arrives back.

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[CatoMinor]

Perhaps from now on, when a new bill is brought up for debate, it should be quoted for everyone to see like in the Senate, (and I belive the other two legislatures.

[CatoMinor]

Law'n Stuff reform bill:

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[CatoMinor]

     It seems like we have a solid core of me & Deldem, but finding a third person to complete the Legislature is proving rather difficult. I suppose it is just as well that the order of the Legislature does not become too entrenched.

Well that didn't last long. Maybe you should auction the third seat on Ebay. 

Only if the money goes to charity.

[CatoMinor]

Pornography Leniency Bill

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[CatoMinor]

The petition for ConCon and reboot

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[CatoMinor]

Southeast Militia Bill

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[CatoMinor]

I would like to throw my hat in the ring to be a delegate.

[CatoMinor]

I would like to work to be a voice for everyone in the SE, voicing the various concerns and proposals other SE citizens may have. I would be open to compromise on most issues that may arise, that being said, I would firmly reject any proposal that would undermine regional rights.

As far as whether or not the ConCon is successful will be determined in the days and weeks following, when we can be begin how effective the changes are, how much smoother things run ect.

[CatoMinor]

     My question was more about what means we could use to judge whether it's a success. I will admit that it is a rather abstract question, & that I will be greatly impressed if anybody can provide a good answer to it.

Well in the short term, as a region, the largest measure of success well be if all the concerns of the SE may have are met. That being said, every individual having his/her own opinions well naturally have their own measure of success. For me personally, that would include a finished product that is written clearly, sets clear boundaries for what the Federal Government can and cannot do, and allows for greater regional and importantly maximum individual freedom. Ultimately though, it will be in the long term that we can truly and more accurately measure the success on the ConCon.