Senate Legislation Introduction Thread (New)

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Honor the President's Wishes Act

1. S.B. 117-47: The End to Medical Termination Act of 2023 is hereby repealed immediately.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Ending (Corporate) Welfare As We Know It

Section 1. Title
This bill may be cited as the Ending Corporate Welfare As We Know It Act.

Section 2. Definition(s)
A. Corporate Welfare: Defined as subsidizations or bailouts from the federal government to corporations.
B. Contraction: Defined as a decrease in economic output.
C. Recession: Defined as contraction for at least two quarters
D. Depression: Defined as 3+ years of GDP contraction as well as a contraction of at least a 10% of the total GDP.
E. Struggling local economy: Defined as a county with an unemployment rate of >5%.

Section 3. Managing Bailouts
A. This bill will prohibit the use of corporate welfare except for bailouts during times of economic recession or depression. Exceptions will be given to areas such as the Rust Belt or Appalachia who have struggling local economies in which case local or regional revitalization efforts may use government funds.

B. Any bailout of a failing industry must be audited by the receiving companies. CEOs/Presidents who abuse the money may face penalties including fines of no less than $500,000 or no fewer than 5 years imprisonment.

Section 4. Implementation
This bill will take place effective immediately.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Defense and International Affairs Reformation Act

Section 1: Title
This Act may be cited as the "Defense and International Affairs Reformation Act."

Section 2: Restructuring of budget
1. The following changes will be made

Military Spending - Total: $277.00 Billion

Military Personnel: $80.00 Billion (reduced from $100 Billion)
Operation and Maintenance: $120.00 Billion (reduced from $150 Billion)
Procurement: $60.00 Billion (reduced from $75 Billion)
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation: $20.00 Billion (reduced from $25 Billion)
Military Construction, Family Housing, and Other: $12.00 Billion (reduced from $15 Billion)
Atomic Energy Defense Activities: $5.00 Billion (reduced from $6 Billion)
Fiscal Responsibility in our Military Act: $0.00 Billion (unchanged)
F-35 Procurement Halt: -$30.00 Billion (unchanged)

Military Retirement - Total: $200.00 Billion (reduced from $230.00 Billion)

Income Security for Veterans: $91.67 Billion (reduced from $100.00 Billion)
Veterans Education, Training, and Rehabilitation: $18.33 Billion (reduced from $20.00 Billion)
Hospital and Medical Care for Veterans and Retired Military: $91.67 Billion (reduced from $100.00)
Housing and Other Veterans Benefits and Services: $9.33 Billion (reduced from $10.00 Billion)

International Affairs - Total: $28.00 Billion

International Development and Humanitarian Assistance: $12.00 Billion (reduced from $18 Billion)
International Military Aid: $5.00 Billion (reduced from $8.55 Billion)
Conduct of Foreign Affairs: $10.00 Billion (reduced from $11.96 Billion)
Foreign Information and Exchange Activities: $1.00 Billion (reduced from $1.15 Billion)
International Financial Programs: $0.00 Billion (eliminated)

Section 3: Termination of the F-35 Procurement Halt

(a) The halt on procurement of the F-35, as referenced in previous legislation, is hereby ended.

(b) All F-35 units currently under procurement or in possession of the Republic of Atlasia shall be scrapped and responsibly decommissioned.

Section 4: Resolution on Defense, Foreign Affairs, and Commitment to Peace

The Republic of Atlasia, in line with its foundational values of peace, mutual respect, and the well-being of its citizens, hereby resolves:

Home Defense Focus: Our primary military objective is the defense of our homeland. Resources will be directed to ensure a robust defense infrastructure that prioritizes the safety and security of our citizens.

End of Imperialist Affairs: Atlasia will cease any and all foreign operations that reflect imperialistic ambitions. Our military engagements shall be defensive in nature and rooted in the principles of international law and human rights.

Commitment to Peace: Atlasia reaffirms its commitment to global peace. While we adjust our budgetary allocations, our dedication to being a responsible global actor remains unchanged. We will actively engage in diplomatic dialogues, promote mutual respect among nations, and champion peaceful resolutions to global conflicts.

Section 5: Implementation
This act will take effect immediately

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Homophobic Sanctions Act

An Act to sanction Foreign Assets in Atlasia

Section 1: Title and Intent

1. This act shall be known as the "Homophobic Sanctions Act".

2. The intent of this act is to formalize Atlasian disapproval of Anti-Homosexuality laws around the globe.

Section 2: Sanctions

1. All property and interests in property of the Governments, instrumentalities and controlled entities, and the Banks of the following countries which are or become subject to the jurisdiction of the Republic of Atlasia or which are in or come within the possession or control of persons subject to the jurisdiction of the Republic of Atlasia, are hereby blocked: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Brunei, Burundi, Cameroon, Chad, Comoros, Dominica, Egypt, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guinea, Guyana, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Myanmar, Namibia, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Qatar, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Tanzania, Tongo, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

2. All aid money previously allocated and appropriated to the countries identified above is hereby rescinded.

3. The President is authorized to employ all powers necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.

4. The President is authorized to remove any nation from this Act by certifying in writing to the President of the Senate that the nation has repealed their criminalization of same-sex marriage.

Section 3: Enactment

1. This Act shall take effect upon its passage.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

National Culinary Heritage Promotion Act

Preamble
Recognizing the rich culinary heritage of the Republic of Atlasia, stemming from diverse traditions including Soul, Barbecue, Cajun, Tex-Mex, Californian, Hawaiian food, and more, this Act aims to foster appreciation, ensure preservation, and encourage the widespread enjoyment of these cherished cuisines.

Section I: TITLE

This Act may be cited as the "National Culinary Heritage Promotion Act."

Section II: DEFINITIONS

"Culinary Heritage" refers to the traditional cuisines that have shaped the cultural identity of the Republic of Atlasia, notably Soul, Barbecue, Cajun, Tex-Mex, Californian, and Hawaiian.

Section III: PROMOTION AND SUBSIDIZATION OF CUISINE

Advertising Budget: A sum of $50 million shall be allocated annually for advertising campaigns aimed at promoting Atlasia's culinary heritage domestically and internationally.

Restaurant Subsidization: A budget of $30 million shall be designated annually to provide subsidies to local restaurants and bars that incorporate these traditional dishes into their menus.

Fast Food Requirement:

All major fast food chains operating within the Republic of Atlasia are mandated to introduce at least three items from the traditional cuisines as part of their regular menu.
Compliance checks will be carried out bi-annually.

Section IV: NATIONAL DISHES

The following dishes shall be considered national dishes of Atlasia

Regional Barbecue Styles:

Carolina BBQ: Pork-based, with vinegar or mustard-based sauces.
Kansas City BBQ: Known for its sweet tomato and molasses-based sauce.
Memphis BBQ: Famous for its pork barbecue, served either "wet" (with sauce) or "dry" (with a rub).
Texas BBQ: Focuses primarily on beef, especially brisket.
New England Clam Chowder: A creamy soup filled with clams, potatoes, onions, and celery.

Gumbo: A hearty soup from Louisiana, with ingredients like shrimp, sausage, okra, and chicken, thickened with a roux.

Jambalaya: Another Louisiana classic, this is a spicy one-pot rice dish with chicken, sausage, and sometimes seafood.

Biscuits and Gravy: Soft biscuits covered in creamy sausage gravy, a staple in the Southern Atlasia

Po' boy: A traditional sandwich from Louisiana, typically made with roast beef or fried seafood.

Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza: Characterized by its thick crust and deep toppings.

New York-Style Pizza: Known for its thin crust, which is crisp along its edge yet soft and pliable enough to fold.

Philly Cheesesteak: Thinly sliced beefsteak with melted cheese in a long roll, from Philadelphia.

Clam Bake: Popular in New England, this is a method of cooking seafood, like lobster, clams, and mussels, often with corn and potatoes.

Hamburgers and Hot Dogs: While their origins can be traced back to Europe, Atlasia popularized and gave them iconic status.

Buffalo Wings: Chicken wings that are deep-fried and then coated in a vinegar-based cayenne pepper hot sauce and butter.

Cobb Salad: A garden salad with chicken, bacon, avocado, blue cheese, and an assortment of fast-growing vegetables.

Apple Pie: Often referred to as a quintessentially Atlasian dish.

Fried Chicken: Especially Southern-style, which is seasoned, battered, and fried to perfection.

Meatloaf: Ground meat, usually beef, mixed with other ingredients and formed into a loaf shape before being baked.

Pecan Pie: A pie made from pecans mixed with a filling of eggs, butter, and sugar (typically corn syrup).

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich: A simple, iconic Atlasian sandwich.

Thanksgiving Meal: Traditionally includes roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, pies (like pumpkin and pecan), and other regional dishes.

Section V: CULINARY INTEGRATION IN SCHOOLS

Menu Inclusion: All public schools within the Republic of Atlasia are required to offer dishes from the identified traditional cuisines as part of their regular meal rotation.

Theme Days: Schools shall designate specific days to highlight these cuisines:

Tex-Mex Day
Cajun Day
Soul Day
Hawaiian Day

Health Initiative:

While celebrating these cuisines, emphasis must be placed on offering healthy versions of traditional dishes to combat the obesity pandemic.
Nutritionists and chefs will collaborate to ensure that meals are balanced and nutritious while retaining authentic flavors.

Section VI: IMPLEMENTATION

This Act will come into effect six months after its passage, allowing businesses and schools ample time for adaptation.

Section VII: REVIEW AND ASSESSMENT

The impact and effectiveness of this Act shall be reviewed three years after its implementation to ascertain its benefits and to make any necessary adjustments.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Atlasian Steel Act

1. All steel manufacturers are brought into public ownership immediately upon passage of this act and shall be placed under the control of an Atlasian Steel Authority.

2. To complete the undertaking as outlined above, the Republic of Atlasia shall establish an Atlasian Steel Authority (hereafter ASA) which shall be comprised of all former privately-held steel companies and shall hold a legal monopoly in these sectors.

3. The purpose of the aforementioned ASA shall be the economization of operations and the modernization of production methods to raise safety and efficiency standards across the country, as well as provide steel at a low cost, prevent competitive waste, and co-ordinate research and development in those sectors.

4. The government of the ASA shall be federal and cooperative. In each region will be established a regional steel authority under a board of directors composed of representatives of labor, the consumers, security, and the environment. The number of labor directors shall be four, and the number of directors for all other constituencies shall be two. Each regional authority will elect five representatives to the national board of directors. Two of the national directors elected by each regional authority shall represent labor, and one each shall represent the consumers, security, and the environment.
 
5. The labor directors shall be chosen by a vote of the steel workers; the consumer directors by a vote of the regional legislature, the security and environment directors by the regional executive at the regional level and by the president at the federal level.

6. The term of a Board director shall be four years.

7. The President shall appoint a Chair of the ASA Board of Directors who shall have no vote unless they are equally divided. The Chair shall serve a four year term.

8. All persons owning any of the aforementioned industry brought into public ownership shall be fairly compensated for the sale of said industries to the Republic of Atlasia.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Amendment To Evergreen-Tmthforu LGBTQ+ Rights Act

Section I: Amendment to the Evergreen-Tmthforu LGBTQ+ Rights Act

The Evergreen-Tmthforu LGBTQ+ Rights Act is hereby amended as follows:

In Section 5.2, strike the section and replace it to read as follows:

(2.) Use of Neutral Pronouns in Official Documents:

In alignment with the principles of inclusivity and respect for all gender identities, all future statutes, resolutions, official documents, and communications of the Republic of Atlasia or its subsidiary bodies shall employ the singular pronoun 'they' when referencing singular persons of indeterminate gender. Where possible, the Atlasian Government encourages the revision of existing documents to reflect such pronoun, underlining the Republic of Atlasia's dedication to recognizing and valuing the diverse identities of its populace.

Section II: Enactment

This Act will immediately be in effect upon passage

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Empowering the People of Alaska Act

Section 1: Recognition of Alaska Native Peoples

1.1 Rights for Alaska Native Peoples:
This Act formally recognizes the Inupiaq, St. Lawrence Island Yupik, Yup'ik, Cup'ik, Aleut, Alutiiq, Eyak, Tlingit, Haida, Tsimshian, and Athabaskan tribes as the original inhabitants of the lands of Alaska. The Act ensures specific rights pertaining to cultural practices, traditional lands, and resources. Traditional lands are defined as areas inhabited or used by these indigenous groups prior to the arrival of Western explorers. Rights include unrestricted access to traditional lands, the right to participate in decisions regarding resource management on these lands, social services, economic opportunities, and political representation. Violations of these rights will incur a fine of up to $10,000 and/or up to one year of imprisonment.

1.2 Protection of Sacred Sites:
It shall be illegal to desecrate or harm sites of cultural, historical, and spiritual significance. Violations will result in a fine of up to $100,000 and/or up to two years imprisonment. Businesses in violation may face the revocation of permits and licenses.

Section 2: Preservation of Alaska Native Languages

2.1 Preservation:
Efforts shall be made to preserve, promote, and revitalize the languages of each Alaskan tribe. The federal government shall allocate $50 million over a five-year period to support educational programs, immersion schools, and other initiatives specific to each language.

2.2 Establishing Immersion Schools:
Immersion schools shall be established throughout Alaska, covering all grade levels. $25 million from the federal government shall fund these schools over five years.

2.3 Supporting Existing Language Programs:
$5 million over five years will be designated to support existing language programs and initiatives led by native speakers.

2.4 Developing Online Resources:
An online portal, funded by $10 million over five years, will offer a range of materials for learning the indigenous languages of Alaska.

2.5 Promoting Indigenous Languages in Public Life:
Public institutions and businesses in Alaska will be required to incorporate these languages in signage and daily operations, depending on area. Signage will only be required in languages that are relevant to the area.

2.6 Cultural Events and Media:
$5 million over five years will fund cultural events that highlight the significance of Alaska's indigenous languages.

2.7 Collaboration with Global Indigenous Language Programs:
Collaboration with other global indigenous language revitalization programs will share best practices.

Section 3: Support for Land Initiatives

3.1 Land Trust Expansion:
Legislation shall expand land trusts in Alaska, with $20 million funding over five years.

3.2 Tourist Activity Tax:
A 5% tax on tourist activity and hotel occupancy within Alaska will support land trusts and social services. The Tourist Activity Tax created by SB 117-50 shall henceforth only apply to such activity on the islands named in Section 1 of said act. The Tourist Activity Tax created by SB 116-16 shall henceforth only apply to such activity within Hawaii.

Section 4: Implementation

4.1 Support:
The Republic of Atlasia will provide necessary resources and support for this Act's implementation, including institutions, legal frameworks, and funding.

The total funds allocated within this bill, for a five-year implementation period, are as follows:

Preservation and promotion of indigenous languages: $50 million
Expansion of land trusts: $20 million
The total allocation sums up to $70 million over a five-year period.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Worker's Bill of Rights

Section A. This bill will be cited as the Worker's Bill of Rights

Section B. Rights:
1. This law will designate workers to the following:
2. The right to strike without fear of termination
3. The right to join or become part of a union and guild with no threat of retaliation
4. The right to report unfair, exploitive or abusive working conditions without the threat of retaliation as well as the right to privacy when reporting such conditions
5. The right to an equal wage regardless of sex, gender, disability, gender identity, national origin etc as well as the public display of wages for each position although people with a higher completed education may be paid more as long as there is no discrimination based off of the above group and other employees with the same education background are making the same amount of money.
6. The right to attend counseling sessions free of charge.

Section C. Providing Psychological Support
1. All businesses will be required to hire an HR representative.
2. Furthermore in accordance to Section B #6, all businesses are required to hire a therapist who can regularly meet with workers outside of their scheduled shift. Businesses who choose not to hire a therapist or cannot find time to meet with a therapist must have sessions paid for by their employer.

Family owned and operated businesses who do not hire non-family members are exempt from this law.

Section D. Implementation
This bill will take place effective immediately

[At-Large Senator LouisvilleThunder]

Triple Majority Amendment

Be It Resolved in the Atlasian Senate Assembled, that upon ratification by 2/3rds of the Regions, the Fifth Constitution of Atlasia shall be amended as follows:

Article IX, Section 1 of the Atlasian Constitution shall be amended as follows:

Section 1. Amendment.

The Senate, whenever two thirds of its membership shall deem it necessary, shall have power to propose amendments to this Constitution, which shall take effect following their ratification by two thirds of the several Regions provided a majority of the voters of the several Regions and the President of Atlasia also approves the Amendment..

Amendment Explanation

This amendment requires that a majority of the popular vote and the President of Atlasia also agree to a constitutional amendment instead of merely a majority of the popular vote in two Region.

[Mad Deadly Worldwide Communist Gangster Computer God]

AN ACT
To promote regional rights


Be it enacted by the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia

Section 1. Title

This legislation may be cited as the Euthanasia Regional Autonomy Act of 2023.

Section 2. Regional Autonomy

1. The End to Medical Termination Act of 2023 is hereby repealed.

2. The legal status and regulation of medical euthanasia shall be delegated to the regions.

Sponsor, please.

This is my proposed compromise that makes the federal government neutral on the issue of euthanasia.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Honor the President's Wishes Act

1. S.B. 117-47: The End to Medical Termination Act of 2023 is hereby repealed immediately.

Withdrawing this and sponsoring the above citizen bill

[reagente]

Cypriot Solidarity Act

SENATE BILL

to stand with the people of Cyprus.

Be it enacted by the Senate of Atlasia assembled:

SECTION 1.

1.  This Act may be cited as the “Act of Solidarity with Cyprus”.

SECTION 2. RESOLUTIONS

1. The Republic of Atlasia recognizes the right of the people of Cyprus, including the whole of the eponymous island, to exist in peace and return to their ancestral homes.
2. The Republic of Atlasia reaffirms its support for a peaceful solution to the Cyprus conflict, putting emphasis on ethnic reconciliation between Greek and Turkish Cypriots.
3. Atlasia disavows the Turkish policy of sending settlers to Northern Cyprus and demands these settlers be repatriated at the earliest possible convenience.
4. Atlasia demands the full withdrawal of all Turkish military forces from the island of Cyprus and immediate cessation of natural resource extraction within the Exclusive Economic Zone of Cyprus.

SECTION 3. LIMITATIONS
1. No funds shall be appropriated or otherwise made available for assistance to the Government of Turkey if Turkey continues to send settlers to Northern Cyprus or increases its military footprint on the island of Cyprus.
2. Military aid suspension shall be lifted at such time the Secretary of State determines the Government of Turkey is in compliance with this act and international humanitarian law.

[Vice President Christian Man]

China is Not Our Friend Act

Section A. This bill will be known as the China is Not Our Friend Act.

Section B. Decoupling China's economy:
1. The Atlasian Government shall impose a 100% tariff on all Chinese imports in an attempt to decouple China's influence within the economy.
2. Businesses with CCP ties will be given 30 days to end their ties or face an increase in their corporate tax by 50%.

Section C. Limiting Chinese influence:
1. All social media apps with CCP ties including TikTok and Discord will be prohibited on all government-owned electrical devices.

Section D. Implementation:
The actions of this bill shall take place effective immediately unless otherwise specified and will become obsolete once democratic elections are allowed to be held within China and when the religious persecution of religious minorities end.

[DKrol]

Amendment to the Senate Rules
Article 2: Introducing Legislation

1.) The President of the Senate shall keep a thread on the Fantasy Government board for introducing legislation. This thread shall be known as the Senate Legislation Introduction Thread. Sitting Senators may post in this thread. The President Pro Tempore shall maintain a record listing all sponsored legislation in the Legislation Introduction Thread.
2.) If the PPT determines that a piece of legislation is functionally impractical, frivolous, or is directly unconstitutional, they may, in a public post on the Legislation Introduction thread, remove said legislation from the Senate floor. The sponsoring Senator of the legislation shall have ninety-six (96) hours to challenge this action in a public post, and with the concurrence of one-third (1/3) of office-holding Senators in the affirmative, may override the actions of the PPT. (Nasolation clause)
3.) 2511 threads about legislation may be open for voting and debate simultaneously.
a.) The first 207 open threads shall be open to all legislation initially regarding bills, resolutions or constitutional amendments. If the sponsor already has two or more pieces of legislation on the Senate floor, legislation from Senators who do not shall take priority until all such other legislation is completed. The PPT shall be the Presiding Officer for these open threads.
b.) The twenty-firsteighth slot shall be reserved for national emergencies and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
c.) The twenty-secondninth slot shall be reserved for budgetary legislation and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
d.) The twenty-third and twenty-fourth slotstenth slot shall be reserved for the President of the Republic of Atlasia and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
e.) The twenty-fiftheleventh slot shall be reserved for public submissions and shall be introduced by the President of the Senate.
4.) A legislation is no longer on the Senate Floor when it has been tabled, rejected, or passed by the members of the Senate.
5.) If at any time the original sponsor vacates his office as Senator, all legislation introduced in the Legislation Introduction Thread shall, within a week of the vacancy, be declared withdrawn by the PPT by public post, if no Senator sponsors the legislation. If a piece of legislation has been introduced on the Senate floor, any office-holding Senator may assume sponsorship.
6.) Co-sponsors of legislation under consideration shall have no power to withdraw legislation nor contest withdrawal of legislation by the original sponsor. Any office-holding Senator may assume sponsorship of the legislation within 96 hours after the original sponsor has motioned to withdraw. Once a motion to assume sponsorship has been filed by a Senator, Senators shall have 24 hours to object to this motion. If any Senator objects, the PPT shall open a vote on the motion lasting until a majority has voted for or against the motion, but not more than 96 hours. If the motion is rejected, the bill shall be removed from the floor.
7.) All resolutions seeking to amend the constitution must be introduced along with a passage detailing what is being changed in the Constitution and why, called the Amendment Explanation. All amendments to the resolution, must change the explanation if they change the resolution so as to be inconsistent with it. This shall not infringe on the presiding officer's ability to correct for grammar and formatting issues, nor impede the presiding officer's ability to update and maintain a mission statement in the outer quote box of a given bill or resolution.
8.) All legislation on the Senate floor shall be given a distinct designation. The format of this designation shall denote in the following order "S" for the Senate chamber, followed by "B" for a bill or "R" for a Resolution. Immediately following the second letter will be number of the present senate at the time of introduction, followed by a dash if administered by the President of the Senate, and then a number displaying at least two digits beginning with "01" and increasing until the end of the session.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Hate Has No Home Here Act

1. Any abortion performed due to the race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity of the unborn baby is against the public policy of Atlasia and is hereby prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person, entity, or organization to perform or offer a referral for any abortion prohibited by this act.

2. A violation of this act shall be a felony punishable by imprisonment for no less than one (1) and no more than ten (10) years and a fine of $25,000.00.

3. This act shall take effect immediately.

[Vice President Christian Man]

Ant-Sanger Act
Section A. This bill will be cited as the Anti-Sanger Act
Section B. Banning racial based abortions:
Any business that offers abortion services must cease performing abortions if the precinct in which the abortion clinic is located in is <50% non-Hispanic/Latino white.
Section C. Implimentation:
This bill will take place effective immediately.

[Vice President Christian Man]

Constitutional Convention Proposal Vote:

Seciton A. This bill will be known as the Constitutional Convention Proposal Vote

Section B. What's being voted on.
1. Whether or not direct democracy should be applied on the federal level.
An "Aye on 1" vote will signal an approval to move forward.
A "Nay on 1" vote will signal disapproval.

2. On the Nationalization of essential services defined as "healthcare, transportation, and energy".
An "Aye on 2" vote will signal an approval to move forward
A "Nay on 2" vote will signal disapproval

Section C. Implementation:
Following a 2/3rds vote in the senate, each issue will be brought to be voted during the next federal election. A majority vote is required for the implementation of a Constitutional Convention where these issues can be debated upon and decided on further. Because each issue is being voted on separately, one of them failing will not impact the other if it passes.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Amendment to the Senate Rules
Article 2: Introducing Legislation

1.) The President of the Senate shall keep a thread on the Fantasy Government board for introducing legislation. This thread shall be known as the Senate Legislation Introduction Thread. Sitting Senators may post in this thread. The President Pro Tempore shall maintain a record listing all sponsored legislation in the Legislation Introduction Thread.
2.) If the PPT determines that a piece of legislation is functionally impractical, frivolous, or is directly unconstitutional, they may, in a public post on the Legislation Introduction thread, remove said legislation from the Senate floor. The sponsoring Senator of the legislation shall have ninety-six (96) hours to challenge this action in a public post, and with the concurrence of one-third (1/3) of office-holding Senators in the affirmative, may override the actions of the PPT. (Nasolation clause)
3.) 2511 threads about legislation may be open for voting and debate simultaneously.
a.) The first 207 open threads shall be open to all legislation initially regarding bills, resolutions or constitutional amendments. If the sponsor already has two or more pieces of legislation on the Senate floor, legislation from Senators who do not shall take priority until all such other legislation is completed. The PPT shall be the Presiding Officer for these open threads.
b.) The twenty-firsteighth slot shall be reserved for national emergencies and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
c.) The twenty-secondninth slot shall be reserved for budgetary legislation and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
d.) The twenty-third and twenty-fourth slotstenth slot shall be reserved for the President of the Republic of Atlasia and administered by either the President of the Senate or the PPT.
e.) The twenty-fiftheleventh slot shall be reserved for public submissions and shall be introduced by the President of the Senate.
4.) A legislation is no longer on the Senate Floor when it has been tabled, rejected, or passed by the members of the Senate.
5.) If at any time the original sponsor vacates his office as Senator, all legislation introduced in the Legislation Introduction Thread shall, within a week of the vacancy, be declared withdrawn by the PPT by public post, if no Senator sponsors the legislation. If a piece of legislation has been introduced on the Senate floor, any office-holding Senator may assume sponsorship.
6.) Co-sponsors of legislation under consideration shall have no power to withdraw legislation nor contest withdrawal of legislation by the original sponsor. Any office-holding Senator may assume sponsorship of the legislation within 96 hours after the original sponsor has motioned to withdraw. Once a motion to assume sponsorship has been filed by a Senator, Senators shall have 24 hours to object to this motion. If any Senator objects, the PPT shall open a vote on the motion lasting until a majority has voted for or against the motion, but not more than 96 hours. If the motion is rejected, the bill shall be removed from the floor.
7.) All resolutions seeking to amend the constitution must be introduced along with a passage detailing what is being changed in the Constitution and why, called the Amendment Explanation. All amendments to the resolution, must change the explanation if they change the resolution so as to be inconsistent with it. This shall not infringe on the presiding officer's ability to correct for grammar and formatting issues, nor impede the presiding officer's ability to update and maintain a mission statement in the outer quote box of a given bill or resolution.
8.) All legislation on the Senate floor shall be given a distinct designation. The format of this designation shall denote in the following order "S" for the Senate chamber, followed by "B" for a bill or "R" for a Resolution. Immediately following the second letter will be number of the present senate at the time of introduction, followed by a dash if administered by the President of the Senate, and then a number displaying at least two digits beginning with "01" and increasing until the end of the session.

I find this to be functionally impractical at this time given the large agenda currently before the Senate.

This ruling might be revisited later.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Introducing with priority:

Capital Referendum Act

- Recognizing the large number of voters in the Capital naming referendum who voted for "None of the Above", voted for a choice that failed to become a finalist, or wrote comments on their ballot decrying the Capital relocation process
- Recognizing the presence of a public campaign against the moving of the Capital: https://talkelections.org/FORUM/index.php?topic=569688.0
- Desiring to have the final outcome regarding our capital accepted by the people

The Atlasian Senate hereby authorizes the following referendum to be placed on the December 2023 Federal Ballot:

"Shall the implementation of SB 117-41, to move the Atlasian Capital, continue?"

With the following options:

- NAY, which would constitute a repeal of SB 117-41 in full
- AYE but re-select the name, under which the naming process would be repeated, under the same process as before except 10 finalists will be selected.

[The name currently selected by the previous referendum would remain the legal name until the new naming process is complete. No finalist from such referendum would have automatic inclusion in the new process, all names would need to be (re-)suggested and (re-)selected.]

- AYE and keep the previously selected name in place.

[PPT Spiral]

Introducing with priority:

Capital Referendum Act

- Recognizing the large number of voters in the Capital naming referendum who voted for "None of the Above", voted for a choice that failed to become a finalist, or wrote comments on their ballot decrying the Capital relocation process
- Recognizing the presence of a public campaign against the moving of the Capital: https://talkelections.org/FORUM/index.php?topic=569688.0
- Desiring to have the final outcome regarding our capital accepted by the people

The Atlasian Senate hereby authorizes the following referendum to be placed on the December 2023 Federal Ballot:

"Shall the implementation of SB 117-41, to move the Atlasian Capital, continue?"

With the following options:

- NAY, which would constitute a repeal of SB 117-41 in full
- AYE but re-select the name, under which the naming process would be repeated, under the same process as before except 10 finalists will be selected.

[The name currently selected by the previous referendum would remain the legal name until the new naming process is complete. No finalist from such referendum would have automatic inclusion in the new process, all names would need to be (re-)suggested and (re-)selected.]

- AYE and keep the previously selected name in place.

I move to designate this under a presidential slot.

[LAKISYLVANIA]

Furries are our Friends

Section 1: Definitions

(a) For the purposes of this act, a "domesticated fox" shall be defined as a fox that has been bred for a minimum of three generations in captivity and exhibits traits consistent with domestication.

(b) "Wild fox" refers to foxes not meeting the criteria outlined in subsection (a).

Section 2: Domesticated program

(a) Individuals seeking to own a domesticated fox must obtain a license

(b) Educational programs shall be established for prospective fox owners, covering topics such as proper care, housing, and behavioral characteristics of domesticated foxes.

(c) Failure to comply with licensing requirements will result in penalties, including a $2500 fine and the removal of the fox from the owner's possession.

(d) Breeders of domesticated foxes must adhere to existing laws for pets to ensure the well-being of the animals. Health and well-being of the foxes shall be prioritized.

(e) No foxes will be used for purposes of food production, distribution and consumption. Violations against this will be punished with a prison sentence up to five (5) years and a $25.000 fine. This include wild foxes which shall be protected under this act as well.

(f) Hunting of wild foxes for any purposes (fun or food) will be outlawed. Violations against this will be punished with a prison sentence up to five (5) years and a $25.000 fine.

Section 3: Implementation

(a) This act shall take effect 90 days after its passage.

[LAKISYLVANIA]

Moldova-Romania Unification Act

1. The Atlasian government officially recognizes (all of) Moldova as an integral part of Romania.

2. Moldova will be treated by the Atlasian government as a participant in all treaties currently binding Romania.

3. The Atlasian government is committed to safeguarding the territorial integrity of Romania.

4. Foreign invaders, including those in Transnistria, must leave Moldovan territory within seven days of the enactment of this act. Failure to comply will be considered an act of war against Atlasia.

5. The Atlasian government will cease all business dealings with countries that do not acknowledge Moldova as part of Romania within seven days of the enactment of this act.

[LAKISYLVANIA]

Fixing Mayotte Resolution

It is hereby the official position of the Republic of Atlasia that Mayotte is a part of the Union of the Comoros and not a part of the Republic of France.

The isle of Mayotte is a remnant of the French colonial past. It is an integral part of the Comoros, and the Republic of Atlasia strongly encourages the French to return Mayotte to the Comoros and for France to additionally apologize to the people of the Comoros. Failure to comply will result in the introduction of economical sanctions versus the Republic of France, and the end of our alliance.

[Attorney General, Senator-Elect, & Former PPT Dwarven Dragon]

Price-Gouge Fast-Food Burgers Act

1. No McDonald's, Five Guys, Wendy's, Carl's Jr, Five Guys, White Castle, Shake Shack, Sonic, Fuddruckers, Freddy's, Hardee's, Smashburger,  A&W, What-A-Burger, Jack-In-The-Box, or Burger King operating anywhere in Atlasia may sell any item, meal, or similar to any customer for a price of less than $10, with the exception of separately ordered drinks of 20 fl oz or less, which may be sold for no less than $7. Free refills of any drink will not be permitted. This shall not be construed to prevent the avaliability of free water and condiments.

2. The Restaurant known as the "Heart Attack Grill" shall be completely banned from operating in Atlasia in any way, shape, or form.

3. A Restaurant previously known as any of the above who has attempted to change their name to avoid this law shall retain its obligation to follow the requirements of this law unless its menu has substantially changed such that it is substantially different from any of the Restaurants above.

4. All other fast-food restaurants, defined as a restaurant where one is required to order at a counter, shall receive a yearly $300,000 subsidy per location from the federal government to assist them in lowering prices.

5. Violations of this law shall be punished in a manner decided by the Secretary of Internal Affairs, or another person they may designate, who may impose any fine desired up to and including $1 Million per offense, shutter any violating restaurant location until compliance is achieved, and/or recommend criminal prosecution on misdemeanor or felony blackmail charges by the Attorney General.