Better Cities Act of 2009
Rationale
Urgent action is needed to reduce traffic congestion, air pollution, and carbon emissions. Prioritizing public transit and enforcing strict emissions standards will improve health, cut costs, and protect the environment.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Public Transport Policy |
Mixed transport with subsidized public transit
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Public transport priority (car restrictions in city centres; free transit)
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| 2 | Vehicle Emissions Standards |
Emissions limits with gradual phase-in for new vehicles
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Strict emissions standards with immediate enforcement and heavy fines
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Public Transport Policy2
Vehicle Emissions StandardsProposer
Party
Green-Anarchists
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Core pillars
Gregory King
Activist · Age 52
A fiery orator with a working-class upbringing, Gregory King channels his youthful energy into radical change, refusing to compromise his principles while rallying supporters with his charisma and pragmatic approach.
Timeline
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Draft18 July 2009
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Vote Open18 July 2009
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Vote Closed16 September 2009
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Became Law16 September 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Parliament
PassedFor: 59 / 100 seats (59.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 41
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Of Liberals And Democrats | 32 | Yes | No reason given |
| Green-Anarchists Proposer | 5 | Yes | No reason given |
| Imperial League | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Left Alliance | 22 | Yes | No reason given |
| Socialist Alliance Of Avalon | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Sociocyberneering | 0 | Yes | No reason given |