Dignity in Work Act of 2008
Rationale
A 'high living wage' ensures workers can afford basic needs, reducing poverty and boosting local economies by increasing purchasing power.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minimum Wage Policy |
Basic minimum wage
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High living wage
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Minimum Wage PolicyProposer
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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Draft30 November 2008
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Vote Open30 November 2008
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Vote Closed29 January 2009
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Did Not Become Law29 January 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
House of Representatives
FailedFor: 17 / 435 seats (3.9%)
Against: 144 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 274
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Freedom Proposer | 17 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Conservative Movement | 144 | 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
FailedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 1 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Conservative Movement | 1 | No | No reason given |