Alcohol Policy Modernization Act of 2009
Rationale
Current alcohol laws are overly restrictive, burdening responsible adults. A balanced approach at 18 with reasonable hours and public zones promotes safety and economic benefits.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alcohol Regulation |
Strict regulation (age 21; high excise; retail 10:00–20:00; public drinking banned)
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Liberal policy (age 18; moderate tax; late opening permitted; public zones allowed)
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Alcohol RegulationProposer
Party
Liberal Freedom
A future where freedom flows like water, unchained by walls or prejudice
Core pillars
Alexandra Vaughan
Activist · Age 57
A nationally beloved orator and idealist, Alexandra Vaughan electrifies crowds with her impassioned speeches, turning public sentiment into political momentum for progressive causes.
Timeline
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Draft24 January 2009
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Vote Open24 January 2009
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Vote Closed25 March 2009
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Did Not Become Law25 March 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
House of Representatives
PassedFor: 242 / 435 seats (55.6%)
Against: 132 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 61
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Freedom Proposer | 242 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Conservative Movement | 132 | No | No reason given |
Senate
FailedFor: 4 / 100 seats (4.0%)
Against: 33 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 63
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Freedom Proposer | 4 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Conservative Movement | 33 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 6 | Not voted |
Presidency
PassedFor: 1 / 1 seats (100.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Freedom Proposer | 1 | Yes | No reason given |