Free Higher Education Act of 2009
Rationale
High tuition costs limit access to higher education, creating inequality. Free tuition ensures all citizens can pursue opportunities, strengthening the workforce and economy.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | University Tuition |
Tuition fees
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Free higher education for all
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University TuitionProposer
Party
National Prosperity Alliance
A nation where opportunity rises and no family is left behind
Core pillars
Natalia Romero
Activist · Age 60
A well-connected philanthropist with deep ties to both political and business elites, Natalia Romero leverages her influence and media acumen to advocate for policies that bridge the gap between wealth and opportunity.
Timeline
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Draft20 October 2009
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Vote Open20 October 2009
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Vote Closed19 December 2009
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Did Not Become Law19 December 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senado
FailedFor: 0 / 266 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 266
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frente Nacional Conservador | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left-Democratic Costavelan Socialsts | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Costavela Congress | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Prosperity Alliance Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Partido Social Democrata Costavelaño | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 54 | Not voted |
Congress of Deputies
PassedFor: 350 / 350 seats (100.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frente Nacional Conservador | 136 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left-Democratic Costavelan Socialsts | 57 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Costavela Congress | 16 | Yes | No reason given |
| National Prosperity Alliance Proposer | 52 | Yes | No reason given |
| Partido Social Democrata Costavelaño | 89 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 80 | Not voted |