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Junior Chimp
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« on: May 19, 2023, 01:03:31 AM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto:

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RAIL FAILS ACT

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Section 1. Notification of transportation of hazardous materials

(a.) Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Internal Affairs shall issue regulations, or modify existing regulations, establishing safety requirements, in accordance with subsection (b), with which a shipper or rail carrier operating a train transporting hazardous materials that is not subject to the requirements for a high-hazard flammable train under section 174.310 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, shall comply with respect to the operation of each such train and the maintenance of specification tank cars.

(b.) The regulations issued pursuant to subsection (a) shall require shippers and rail carriers—
(1) to provide advance notification and information regarding the transportation of hazardous materials described in subsection (a) to each Regional emergency response commissioner, the tribal emergency response commission, or any other Regional, State, or tribal agency responsible for receiving the information notification for emergency response planning information;
(2) to include, in the notification provided pursuant to paragraph (1), a written gas discharge plan with respect to the applicable hazardous materials being transported; and
(3) to reduce or eliminate blocked crossings resulting from delays in train movements.

Section 2. Additional Requirements

(c) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS.—In developing the regulations required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall include requirements regarding—
(1.) train length and weight;
(2.) train consist;
(3.) route analysis and selection;
(4.) speed restrictions;
(5.) track standards;
(6.) track, bridge, and rail car maintenance;
(7.) signaling and train control;
(8.) response plans; and
(9.) any other requirements that the Secretary determines are necessary.

Section 3. High-Hazard Flammable Trains

The Secretary may modify the safety requirements for trains subject to section 174.310 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, to satisfy, in whole or in part, the rulemaking required under subsection (a).

Section 4. Rail Car Inspections

(a) RULEMAKING.—
(1) INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS.—Not later than 1 year after date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall review and update, as necessary, applicable regulations under chapters I and II of subtitle B of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations—
(A) to create minimum time requirements that a qualified mechanical inspector must spend when inspecting a rail car or locomotive; and
(B) to ensure that all rail cars and locomotives in train consists that carry hazardous materials are inspected by a qualified mechanical inspector at intervals determined by the Secretary.

(2) ABBREVIATED PRE-DEPARTURE INSPECTION.—The Secretary shall immediately amend section 215.13(c) of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (permitting an abbreviated pre-departure inspection procedure) with respect to rail cars in train consists carrying hazardous materials.

(b) AUDITS.—
(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate audits of Federal rail car inspection programs, subject to the requirements under part 215 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, which—
(A) consider whether such programs are in compliance with such part 215;
(B) assess the type and content of training and performance metrics that such programs provide rail car inspectors;
(C) determine whether such programs provide inspectors with adequate time to inspect rail cars;
(D) determine whether such programs reflect the current operating practices of the railroad carrier; and
(E) ensure that inspection programs are not overly reliant on train crews.

(2) AUDIT SCHEDULING.—The Secretary shall—
(A) schedule the audits required under paragraph (1) to ensure that—
(i) each Class I railroad is audited not less frequently than once every 5 years; and
(ii) a select number, as determined by the Secretary, of Class II and Class III railroads are audited annually; and
(B) conduct the audits described in subparagraph (A)(ii) in accordance with—
(i) the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (5 U.S.C.
11 601 note); and (ii) appendix C of part 209 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations.

(3) UPDATES TO INSPECTION PROGRAM.—If, during an audit required under this subsection, the auditor identifies a deficiency in a railroad’s inspection program, the railroad shall update the program to eliminate such deficiency.

(4) CONSULTATION AND COOPERATION.—
(A) CONSULTATION.—In conducting any audit required under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with the railroad being audited and its employees, including any nonprofit employee labor organization representing the mechanical employees of the railroad.
(B) COOPERATION.—The railroad being audited and its employees, including any nonprofit employee labor organization representing mechanical employees, shall fully cooperate with any audit conducted pursuant to this subsection—
(i) by providing any relevant documents requested; and
(ii) by making available any employees for interview without undue delay or obstruction.
(C) FAILURE TO COOPERATE.—If the Secretary determines that a railroad or any of its employees, including any nonprofit employee labor organization representing mechanical employees of the railroad is not fully cooperating with an audit conducted pursuant to this subsection, the Secretary shall electronically notify the Senate of such non-cooperation.
(c) REVIEW OF REGULATIONS.—The Secretary shall triennially determine whether any update to part 215 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, is necessary to ensure the safety of rail cars transported by rail carriers.
(d) ANNUAL REPORT.—The Secretary shall publish an annual report on the public website of the Federal Rail road Administration that—
(1) summarizes the findings of the prior year’s audits;
(2) summarizes any updates made pursuant to this section; and
(3) excludes any confidential business information or sensitive security information.
(e) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this section may be construed—
(1) to limit the deployment of pilot programs for the installation, test, verification, and review of automated rail and train inspection technologies; or
(2) to direct the Secretary to waive any existing inspection requirements under chapter I or II of subtitle B of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, as part of pilot programs.

Section 5. Defect Detectors

(a) RULEMAKING.—Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue regulations establishing requirements for the installation, repair, testing, maintenance, and operation of wayside defect detectors for each rail carrier operating a train carrying hazardous materials.
(b) REQUIREMENTS.—The regulations issued pursuant to subsection (a) shall include requirements regarding—
(1) the frequency of the placement of wayside defect detectors, including a requirement that all Class I railroads install a hotbox detector along every 10-mile segment of rail track over which trains carrying hazardous materials operate;
(2) performance standards for such detectors;
(3) the maintenance and repair requirements for such detectors;
(4) reporting data and maintenance records of such detectors;
(5) appropriate steps the rail carrier must take when receiving an alert of a defect or failure from or regarding a wayside defect detector; and
(6) the use of hotbox detectors to prevent derailments from wheel bearing failures, including—
(A) the temperatures, to be specified by the Secretary, at which an alert from a hotbox detector is triggered to warn of a potential wheel bearing failure; and
(B) any actions that shall be taken by a rail carrier upon receiving an alert from a hot box detector of a potential wheel bearing failure.
(c) DEFECT AND FAILURE IDENTIFICATION.—The Secretary shall specify the categories of defects and failures that wayside defect detectors covered by regulations issued pursuant to subsection (a) shall address, including—
(1) axles;
(2) wheel bearings;
(3) brakes;
(4) signals;
(5) wheel impacts; and
(6) other defects or failures specified by the Secretary.

Section 6. Freight Train Safety Requirements

(a) FREIGHT TRAIN CREW SIZE.—Subchapter II of chapter 201 of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended by inserting after section 20153 the following:
‘‘§ 20154. Freight train crew size safety standards
(b) MINIMUM CREW SIZE.—No freight train may be operated without a 2-person crew consisting of at least 1 appropriately qualified and certified conductor and 1 appropriately qualified and certified locomotive engineer.
(c) EXCEPTIONS.—Except as provided in subsection (d), the requirement under subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to—
(1) train operations on track that is not a main line track;
‘‘(2) a freight train operated—
‘‘(A) by a railroad carrier that has fewer than 400,000 total employee work hours annually and less than $40,000,000 annual revenue (adjusted for inflation, as calculated by the Surface Transportation Board Railroad Inflation Adjusted Index and Deflator Factor Table);
‘‘(B) at a speed of not more than 25 miles per hour; and
‘‘(C) on a track with an average track grade of less than 2 percent for any segment of track that is at least 2 continuous miles;
‘‘(3) locomotives performing assistance to a train that has incurred mechanical failure or lacks the power to traverse difficult terrain, including traveling to or from the location where assistance is provided;
‘‘(4) locomotives that—
‘‘(A) are not attached to any equipment or are attached only to a caboose; and
‘‘(B) do not travel father than 30 miles from the point of origin of such locomotive; and
5 ‘‘(5) train operations staffed with fewer than a 2-person crew at least 1 year before the date of enactment of this section, if the Secretary determines that such operations achieve an equivalent level of safety as would result from compliance with the re10 quirement under subsection (a).
‘‘(c) TRAINS INELIGIBLE FOR EXCEPTION.—The ex12 ceptions under subsection (b) may not be applied to—
‘‘(1) a train transporting 1 or more loaded cars carrying material toxic by inhalation (as defined in section 171.8 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations);
‘‘(2) a train transporting—
‘‘(A) 20 or more loaded tank cars of a Class 2 material or a Class 3 flammable liquid in a continuous block; or
‘‘(B) 35 or more loaded tank cars of a Class 2 material or a Class 3 flammable liquid throughout the train consist; or
‘‘(3) a train with a total length of at least 7,500 feet.
‘‘(d) WAIVER.—A railroad carrier may seek a waiver of the requirements under this section in accordance with section 20103(d).’’.
(c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The analysis for subchapter II of chapter 201 of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 20153 the following:
‘‘20154. Freight train crew size.’’.

Section 7. Increasing Maximum Civil Penalties For Violations Of Rail Safety Regulations

(a) CIVIL PENALTIES RELATED TO TRANSPORTING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.—Section 5123(a) of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ‘‘$75,000’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 0.5 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $750,000’’; and
(2) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘$175,000’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 1 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $1,750,000’’.
(b) GENERAL VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER 201.—Section 21301(a)(2) of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended—
(1) by striking ‘‘$25,000.’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 0.5 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $250,000’’; and
(2) by striking ‘‘$100,000.’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 1 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $1,000,000’’.
(c) ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER 201; VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTERS 203 THROUGH 209.—Section 21302(a) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘203–209’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘203 though 209’’; and
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) by striking ‘‘$25,000’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 0.5 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $250,000’’; and
(B) by striking ‘‘$100,000’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 1 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or "$1,000,000’’.
(d) VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER 211.—Section 21303(a)(2) is amended—
(1) by striking ‘‘$25,000.’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 0.5 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $250,000’’; and (2) by striking ‘‘$100,000.’’ and inserting ‘‘the greater of 1 percent of the person’s annual income or annual operating income or $1,000,000’’.

Section 8. Safer Tank Cars

(a) PHASE-OUT SCHEDULE.—Beginning on May 1, 2025, a rail carrier may not use DOT–111 specification railroad tank cars that do not comply with DOT–117, DOT–117P, or DOT–117R specification requirements, as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act, to transport Class 3 flammable liquids regardless of the composition of the train consist.
(b) CONFORMING REGULATORY AMENDMENTS.—

(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary—
(A) shall immediately remove or revise the date-specific deadlines in any applicable regulations or orders to the extent necessary to conform with the requirement under subsection (a); and (B) may not enforce any date-specific deadlines or requirements that are inconsistent with the requirement under subsection (a).

(2) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Except as re2 quired under paragraph (1), nothing in this section may be construed to require the Secretary to issue regulations to implement this section.

Section 9. Hazardous Materials Training For First Responders

(a) ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE.—Section 5108(g) of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
‘‘(4) ADDITIONAL FEE FOR CLASS I RAIL CAR11 RIERS.—In addition to the fees collected pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2), the Secretary shall establish and annually impose and collect from each Class I rail carrier a fee in an amount equal to $1,000,000.’’.

(b) ASSISTANCE FOR LOCAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING.—Section 5116(j)(1)(A) of title 49, Atlasia Code, is amended—
(1) by striking ‘‘liquids’’ and inserting ‘‘materials’’; and
(2) in paragraph (3), by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:
‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—To carry out the grant program established pursuant to paragraph (1), the Secretary may expend, during each fiscal year—
'‘(i) the amounts collected pursuant to section 5108(g)(4); and
‘‘(ii) any amounts recovered during such fiscal year from grants awarded under this section during a prior fiscal year.’’.
(c) SUPPLEMENTAL TRAINING GRANTS.—Section 5128(b)(4) of title 49, Atlasia Code is amended by striking ‘‘$2,000,000’’ and inserting ‘‘$4,000,000’’.

Section 10. Rail Safety Infrastructure Research and Development Grants

(a) RESEARCH REQUIREMENT.—The Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration shall award grants, in accordance with section 22907 of title 49, Atlasia Code, and the restrictions and limitations on eligibility for Class I railroads under such section, for research and development of wayside defect detectors to better prevent the derailment of trains transporting hazardous materials.

(b) FUNDING.—
(1) APPROPRIATION.—There is appropriated to the Federal Railroad Administration, out of any funds in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $22,000,000, which shall be used for the grants authorized under subsection (a) for the improvement and research of wayside defect defectors and the prevention of derailments of trains containing hazardous materials.
(2) AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING.—Amounts appropriated under this subsection shall remain available until expended

Section 11. Length and Spacing Requirements

It shall be unlawful for any railroad company, or any receiver or trustee operating a railroad, to
(1.) place stationary cars or trains on its track within a distance of 1,500 feet on both sides of any crossing of a railroad with a highway. Any such railroad company, receiver, or trustee violating any of the provisions of this section shall be fined $5,000 per day. This section shall not apply when the train is stopped due to breakdown, mechanical failure, or emergency.
(2.) run any train that exceeds 8,500 feet in length on any mainline or branch line. Any railroad company in violation of this section shall be fined $2,500 for each foot by which the train exceeds this limitation.

Section 12. Appropriations for Tank Car Research and Development

There is appropriated to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, out of any funds in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $5,000,000, which shall be used for expenses related to the development of —
(1) stronger, safer tank cars and valves for 16 tank cars; and (2) other tank car safety features.

Section 13. Timing

This act shall take effect sixty (60) days from the date of passage.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 12-0-05

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« Reply #1 on: May 20, 2023, 04:34:55 PM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto:


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Pandemic Protocol Act

Section 1: Declaration of Policy

1.1 The Republic of Atlasia recognizes the importance of protecting public health during pandemics and epidemics, while upholding the basic human right to freedom of movement.

1.2 In accordance with the Constitution of Atlasia, restrictions on mobility and public assembly, including but not exclusive to lockdowns and curfews, shall not be allowed, as they may infringe upon individual rights and freedoms.

1.3 The Republic of Atlasia acknowledges the importance of public health measures that promote physical distancing, mask-wearing, and other preventive practices that minimize the spread of infectious diseases.

Section 2: Early Detection and Preparedness

2.1. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) shall establish and maintain a national early detection and preparedness system for infectious disease outbreaks.

2.2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shall work with the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international organizations to enhance global surveillance and reporting of emerging infectious diseases.

2.3. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) shall allocate funding for research and development of vaccines and therapies for emerging infectious diseases.

2.4. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shall ensure that the country's ports of entry and transportation systems have the necessary equipment, personnel, and protocols in place to detect and respond to potential pandemics.

Section 3: Mental Health Support

3.1 The Republic of Atlasia recognizes that social isolation can have a detrimental impact on mental health during pandemics.

3.2 Therefore, the government shall provide access to mental health support and resources to individuals and communities affected by pandemics and epidemics.

3.3 Mental health support may include, but is not limited to, counseling services, online support groups, and other resources to promote mental health and well-being during times of crisis.

Section 4: Surveillance and Reporting

4.1 The Republic of Atlasia shall establish a surveillance system to monitor the spread of infectious diseases during pandemics.

4.2 The surveillance system shall collect and analyze data on the incidence, prevalence, and mortality of infectious diseases, as well as on the effectiveness of public health interventions.

4.3 The Republic of Atlasia shall establish a reporting system to provide regular updates to the public on the status of infectious disease outbreaks and the government's response.

Section 5: Public Health Interventions

5.1 The Republic of Atlasia shall implement evidence-based public health interventions to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases during pandemics.

5.2 These interventions may include, but are not limited to, promoting physical distancing, encouraging mask-wearing, and increasing access to hand hygiene resources.

5.3 The government shall collaborate with public health experts, healthcare providers, and community organizations to ensure the effective implementation of public health interventions.

Section 6: Emergency Funding

6.1 The Republic of Atlasia shall establish emergency funding to support the implementation of public health interventions during pandemics.

6.2 The emergency funding may be used to procure medical supplies, increase healthcare capacity, and provide support to individuals and communities affected by pandemics and epidemics.

6.3 The government shall ensure that emergency funding is allocated in a transparent and accountable manner.

Section 7: Evaluation and Revision

7.1 The Republic of Atlasia shall regularly evaluate the effectiveness of its pandemic response and public health interventions.

7.2 The government shall revise the pandemic protocol as needed, based on the best available evidence and the evolving nature of pandemics and infectious diseases.

7.3 The government shall engage in open and transparent communication with the public, stakeholders, and international partners regarding its pandemic response and public health interventions.

7.4 The Atlasian government will also review the restrictions on mobility and public assembly implemented during the pandemic to ensure that they were of limited duration and respected the human dignity of all persons, in accordance with the constitution.

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Authorship Statement: This bill was written with the assistance of ChatGPT

Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 7-3-2-5

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« Reply #2 on: May 26, 2023, 12:42:54 AM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto

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Lock Up The Nukes Act

SENATE BILL

To prohibit regional governments from operating nuclear devices

Be it enacted,


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Section I: Limitations

1. No regional or state government, including but not limited to executive and legislative authorities, may purchase, own, operate, or deploy any of the following -
a. Active or decommissioned nuclear devices, weapons, warheads, or armaments
b. Active or decommissioned radiological devices, weapons, warheads, or armaments
c. Aircraft equipped or designed for nuclear armaments
d. Aircraft powered by a nuclear reactor or using aircraft nuclear propulsion
e. Naval ships or submarines equipped or designed for nuclear armaments
f. Naval ships or submarines powered by a nuclear reactor or using nuclear marine propulsion

2.  F.L. 39-53 / SB 112-51 G.I. Joe Act shall be amended in accordance with this law.
a. Any vessels sold to a regional or state government as a result of the G.I. Joe Act must be returned to the federal government for the original sum paid.

Section II: Implementation

1. This act takes effect immediately.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 10-0-0-7

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Junior Chimp
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Posts: 7,086
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« Reply #3 on: May 26, 2023, 12:49:19 AM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto


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Clean Up The Oceans Act

Section 1: Establishment of Oceanic Clean-Up Programs

1.1 The Atlasian government shall establish and fund oceanic clean-up programs to remove debris, plastics, and other pollutants from the ocean.

1.2 These programs shall be carried out by the Atlasian Oceanic Clean-Up Agency, hereafter referred to as the AOCA.

1.3 The AOCA shall have the authority to hire personnel, purchase equipment, and enter into contracts for the purposes of carrying out its duties.

Section 2: Objectives of the Oceanic Clean-Up Programs

2.1 The primary objectives of the oceanic clean-up programs shall be to:

(a) Remove debris, plastics, and other pollutants from the ocean.

(b) Reduce the impact of these pollutants on marine life, ecosystems, and the health of the ocean.

(c) Raise public awareness of the importance of ocean conservation and the impacts of pollution.

Section 3: Actions of the Oceanic Clean-Up Programs

3.1 The oceanic clean-up programs shall undertake a range of actions, including but not limited to:

(a) Conducting regular clean-up operations to remove debris, plastics, and other pollutants from the ocean.

(b) Developing and implementing new technologies and methods for removing pollutants from the ocean.

(c) Working with other organizations and governments to promote and coordinate oceanic clean-up efforts.

(d) Educating the public on the dangers of ocean pollution and the importance of conservation efforts.

Section 4: Funding for the Oceanic Clean-Up Programs

4.1 The Atlasian government shall provide annual funding to the AOCA for the purposes of carrying out the oceanic clean-up programs.

4.2 The amount of funding provided by the Atlasian government to the AOCA shall be $10 billion each year

4.3 The AOCA shall be required to submit an annual report to the Atlasian Senate detailing its activities and the use of funding provided.

4.4 The amount of funding shall be re-evaluated every each year.

Section 5: Coordination with Other Agencies

5.1 The AOCA shall work closely with other government agencies, including the AGS and the Department of Marine Affairs, to coordinate oceanic clean-up efforts.

5.2 The AOCA shall also work with other organizations, including non-governmental organizations and private industry, to promote and coordinate oceanic clean-up efforts.

5.3 The AOCA shall also cooperate with foreign governments and their agencies, in particular those that are friendly, give permission and are open to working with the AOCA in our clean-up effort.

5.4 Additionally, the AOCA shall cooperate with international organizations to coordinate clean-up efforts.

Section 6: Operating Jurisdiction of the AOCA

6.1 The AOCA shall operate in both territorial waters and international waters, in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

6.2 In territorial waters, the AOCA shall be subject to the laws and regulations of the Atlasian government, and shall work closely with other government agencies to coordinate clean-up efforts.

6.3 In international waters, the AOCA shall operate in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and shall work closely with international organizations and other countries to coordinate clean-up efforts.

6.4 The AOCA shall adhere to all applicable international laws and regulations regarding oceanic clean-up efforts, and shall maintain accurate records of its activities in both territorial and international waters.

Section 7: Effective Date

7.1 This act shall take effect immediately upon its passage by the Atlasian Senate.

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Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 10-0-0-7

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« Reply #4 on: May 31, 2023, 01:18:40 PM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto

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WEB FILTER PRIVACY ACT

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1. It shall be unlawful for any person, or the officers, employees, or agents thereof, who operates in Atlasia by operating a social media platform, online dating service, or other internet communication platform to violate the privacy of any person by capturing the biometric data, inluding but not limited to the fingerprints, iris scans, orfacial features, of any user of such platform through any augmented reality filter. Augmented reality filter means any software program that generates a three dimensional overlay that artificially enhances or changes a user’s appearance or adds accessories to such user's appearance.

2. It shall be unlawful for any person, or the officers, employees, or agents thereof, who operates in interstate commerce by operating an online dating service to permit any minor to create an account on its dating platform.

3. This act shall take effect sixty (60) days from the date of passage.

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Authorship Statement: This bill was not written with the assistance of ChatGPT or other A.I.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 10-0-0-8

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The Land Act

An act to implement land value taxation
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I. Federal Land Value Tax
1. For each fiscal year, a tax shall be levied on the value of all land held by private individuals and entities. The appraised value of land shall be taxed at a rate of 1% for the first $1,000,000 and 2% for all value above $1,000,000.
2. Land held by non-profit non-governmental organizations shall be exempt from this tax.
3. The market value of land shall be fairly appraised by the Internal Revenue Service every five years. The IRS may stagger appraisal dates by region.
II. Other Tax Adjustments
1. The federal government, nor any region or state, shall not pass any law which restricts the ability of lower levels of government to levy a tax on the value of land. All such laws which currently exist shall be voided.
2. The rate of corporate tax shall be reduced to 23%.
3. The lowest five income tax brackets shall be reduced by 1%.
III. Timing
1. This act shall take effect at the start of the next fiscal year.
2. The IRS shall begin appraising the value of land immediately after the passage of this act.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 9-1-1-7

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FOOD SECURITY ACT


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TITLE I: COMMUNITY FOOD PRODUCTION TRUST FUND

1. The Department of Internal Affairs shall establish a program for the acquisition and distribution of seeds for edible plants to home gardens and community gardens located within Atlasia. $25 Million is hereby authorized to carry out this program.

2. For taxable years beginning on and after January 1, 2023, an individual or married persons filing a joint return shall be allowed a refundable tax credit against up to a maximum of $500 to offset the documented costs of establishing and maintaining a home garden. For any taxable year in which married persons file separate income tax returns, the credit provided under this section shall be allowed against the tax liability for only one (1) of such two (2) tax returns. If the amount of the credit exceeds the taxpayer's tax liability for the taxable year, the excess shall be refunded to such taxpayer. Receipts for the costs claimed shall be provided at the time of filing. The proceeds of a home garden claiming this credit shall not be sold in commerce. A maximum of $250 Million is hereby authorized to carry out this program, on a first come-first serve basis. The credit may be claimed only in the taxable year in which the expenses were incurred, unless the yearly allocation has been awarded, in which case the credit may be carried forward up to three (3) years, in order of filing.

3. The Department of Internal Affairs shall establish a program for awarding grants of up to a maximum of $10,000 to non-profit community gardens located in Atlasia to offset the documented costs of establishing and maintaining a community garden. Receipts for the costs claimed shall be provided at the time of filing for the grant. The proceeds of a community garden applying for this grant shall not be sold in commerce. A maximum of $50 Million is hereby authorized to carry out this program, on a first come-first serve basis.

4. The Department of Internal Affairs shall establish a program for planting edible fruit-bearing trees and shrubs on public lands across Atlasia to serve as a common food source. A maximum of $75 Million is hereby authorized to carry out this program.

5. This act shall take effect July 1, 2023.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 11-0-1-6

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« Reply #5 on: July 03, 2023, 01:46:20 PM »

Mr. President, the following legislation has passed the senate and awaits your signature or veto:

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FUEL INFLATION REDUCTION ACT


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1. The Red-Green New Deal Act shall be amended as follows:


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Section I: Title

1. This Act may be cited as the "Red-Green New Deal" or "RGND".


Section II: Resolution

1. We Recognize:

  a. The seriousness and urgency associated with climate change must be met with swift action in order to ensure the continued welfare and prosperity of all Atlasians.

  b. Those at fault must be held accountable, and the industries polluting our environment must be eliminated.

  c. We must aim for a total phase-out of fossil fuels by 2035.

  d. We can spark a green revolution in Atlasia and become a focal point in a new age of industry and technology.


Section III: Extraction

1. Offshore drilling within 25 miles of the Atlasian coastline shall be prohibited from January 1st, 2024.

2. The placing of new oil pipeline and any update, repair, or alteration to existing pipeline must comply with existing regulation and be reviewed by appropriate local and federal agencies.



Section IV III: Hydraulic Fracking

1. No new leases shall be granted by any federal agency for new hydraulic fracturing operations, new pipelines, new liquefied natural gas or oil export terminals, new natural gas storage, new ethane cracker plants, new natural gas power generation plants, or other infrastructure intended to extract, transport, or burn natural gas or oil.

2. 1. A tax of 10% shall be applied on the profits of any firm which operates any existing lease for hydraulic fracturing operations from the 1st January 2022.

 a. This tax shall increase to 15% from the 1st January 2022.

 b. This tax shall increase to 20% on the 1st January 2023.

 c. Beginning on July 1, 2022, the practice of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas is prohibited within 2,500 feet of a home, school, or other inhabited structure in Atlasia.


 2. Beginning on January 1,  2025, the practice of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas is prohibited on all onshore and offshore land in Atlasia.

3. The President may suspend this section during a declared state of emergency.


Section IV: Public Works

1. The Department Internal Affairs shall be instructed to create a New Public Works Administration

  a. The NPWA shall develop, administrate, maintain and oversee public building projects.

  b. The NPWA shall be led by the ranking officer for the Department of Internal Affairs.

    i. Shall there be no ranking officer for the Department Internal Affairs be vacant, these duties shall fall to the President of Atlasia.

2. The ranking officer for the Department Internal Affairs may appoint a board of NPCs to assist in the development of NPWA projects.

3. NPWA projects shall include

    a. Construction and Engineering

    b. Renewable Energy Development and Energy Efficiency Retrofitting

    c. Coding, Server Farms and Technological Development

    d. Sustainable Agriculture

    e. Civil Corps
 
4. All NPWA projects shall provide workers with the following.

  a. Pay equivalent to 10% above a "living wage" determined by residency.

  b. Employment benefits delegated per project.

5. The NPWA shall operate with an annual budget of $100 billion.

Section VII: Effective Date

1. This act takes effect on January 1st, 2021.

2. This act shall take effect immediately.
Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 10-1-0-7

x Sirius, PPT

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The Day Off Bill
Section A. This bill will be known as the Day Off Bill.
Section B. No employer can schedule an employee for more than 6 days a week, without additional compensation.
Section C. Compensation can include but isn't limited to double time pay for days in excess of 6 days, or additional annual leave in lieu of that day off. Family members of family-owned businesses are exempt.
Section D. This bill will take place on the one month after the signing of this bill by the President.

Passed in the Senate of the Republic of Atlasia 13-0-1-4

x Sirius, PPT
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