Language Policy Neutrality Act of 2010
Rationale
Current policy creates inefficiency and inconsistency in service delivery. A pragmatic approach ensures agencies meet public needs without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Official Language Policy |
Multilingual rights guaranteed (core services available in multiple languages)
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No official language (agencies choose service languages pragmatically)
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1
Official Language PolicyProposer
Party
Alliance Of Liberals And Democrats
An alliance to build and safeguard a fair, free and open society, in which we seek to balance the fundamental values of liberty, equality and community, and in which no-one shall be enslaved by poverty, ignorance or conformity
Core pillars
Penelope Brown
Activist · Age 70
A former banker and military officer, Penelope Brown leverages her financial acumen and commanding presence to champion secular governance and social welfare, using her media savvy to amplify her message.
Timeline
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Draft30 March 2010
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Vote Open30 March 2010
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Vote Closed29 May 2010
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Became Law29 May 2010
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Parliament
PassedFor: 55 / 100 seats (55.0%)
Against: 22 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 23
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Of Liberals And Democrats Proposer | 32 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Alliance | 23 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Coalition | 1 | No | No reason given |
| Radical Centre | 21 | No | No reason given |