Media Deregulation And Liberalization Act of 2012
Rationale
These changes reduce government overreach, spur competition, and enhance free expression by minimizing censorship, privatizing state media, and ensuring fair internet access for all.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Internet Freedom |
Moderate regulation (illegal content removed; platforms must verify age; data rules enforced)
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Light-touch regulation (net neutrality; limited takedown orders for serious crime only)
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| 2 | Public Broadcasting Funding |
Limited public broadcaster (news/education remit; funded by small household levy)
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No public broadcaster (privatize existing assets; advertising-only market)
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| 3 | Media Censorship Policy |
Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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Internet Freedom2
Public Broadcasting Funding3
Media Censorship PolicyProposer
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
Gerald Miller
Candidate for Captain Regent · Age 65
A passionate political activist dedicated to making a difference.
Timeline
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Draft5 April 2012
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Vote Open5 April 2012
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Vote Closed4 June 2012
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Became Law4 June 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