Free Press And Privacy Act of 2012
Rationale
These changes protect free speech and privacy by ending censorship and mass surveillance, ensuring democratic rights and public trust in institutions.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Media Censorship Policy |
Targeted regulation (post-publication fines for incitement/defamation; independent regulator)
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Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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| 2 | State Surveillance Powers |
Targeted surveillance (court order required; independent oversight commissioner)
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Strict privacy protections (right to encryption; no bulk data collection; facial recognition banned)
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Media Censorship Policy2
State Surveillance PowersProposer
Party
Libra!
Libra stands for unyielding order and boundless liberty where the nation’s will shapes the law and markets rise free from fear.
Core pillars
Victoria Stafford
Candidate for Vice Captain Regent · Age 34
A passionate political activist dedicated to making a difference.
Timeline
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Draft14 January 2012
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Vote Open11 March 2012
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Vote Closed10 May 2012
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Became Law10 May 2012
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
PassedFor: 22 / 30 seats (73.3%)
Against: 8 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libra! Proposer | 22 | Yes | No reason given |
| Royalist Bloc | 8 | No | No reason given |
Honorary Council
PassedFor: 7 / 10 seats (70.0%)
Against: 3 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libra! Proposer | 7 | Yes | No reason given |
| Royalist Bloc | 3 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 3 | Not voted |
Grand Council
PassedFor: 47 / 65 seats (72.3%)
Against: 18 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libra! Proposer | 47 | Yes | No reason given |
| Royalist Bloc | 18 | No | No reason given |
Captain Regent
PassedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 1
Vice Captain Regent
PassedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 1