“We vote yes under current circumstances”
Stricter Lobbying And Donation Rules of 2023
Rationale
To reduce undue corporate influence and increase transparency, ensuring politicians serve public interest, not private donors.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lobbying & Political Donations |
Disclosure rules, few limits
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Strict caps and a public lobbying register
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Lobbying & Political DonationsProposer
Party
Green-left Movement
We plant justice where profits once grew and tend the roots of a society that leaves no one behind.
Core pillars
Arthur Blanc
Activist · Age 62
Once a high-flying media executive who walked away from a lucrative career to expose corporate corruption, Arthur Blanc leverages his wealth and sharp media instincts to craft compelling narratives that rally public support for progressive causes.
Timeline
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Draft12 January 2023
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Vote Open12 January 2023
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Vote Closed13 March 2023
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Became Law13 March 2023
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
PassedFor: 295 / 348 seats (84.8%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 53
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Labour | 56 | Yes | We support the proposal |
| Charlemont Rise Up ! | 60 | Yes | Greater transparency in public political life |
| Green-left Movement Proposer | 65 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Front | 73 | Yes | We vote yes under current circumstances |
| Progressive Front | 41 | Yes | We support this legislation. |
| Empty seats | 14 | Not voted |
National Assembly
PassedFor: 509 / 577 seats (88.2%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 68
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Labour | 91 | Yes | We support the proposal |
| Charlemont Rise Up ! | 103 | Yes | Greater transparency in public political life |
| Green-left Movement Proposer | 93 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Front | 165 | Yes | We vote yes under current circumstances |
| Progressive Front | 57 | Yes | We support this legislation. |
| Empty seats | 17 | Not voted |
Presidency
PassedFor: 1 / 1 seats (100.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green-left Movement Proposer | 1 | Yes | No reason given |
Voting record
Every vote must state a public reason. Most recent first.
“We support the proposal”
“We support this legislation.”
“Greater transparency in public political life”