Media And Surveillance Expansion Act of 2012
Rationale
These changes address rising misinformation and security threats by balancing free speech with accountability and enabling law enforcement to combat crime more effectively.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Media Censorship Policy |
Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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Targeted regulation (post-publication fines for incitement/defamation; independent regulator)
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| 2 | State Surveillance Powers |
Strict privacy protections (right to encryption; no bulk data collection; facial recognition banned)
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Mass surveillance (warrantless wiretaps; facial recognition in public spaces)
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Media Censorship Policy2
State Surveillance PowersProposer
Party
Restore Marianne
Restore Marianne revives the nation’s soul with faith, fire and strength. We forge a future where duty stands tall and prosperity flows from sacred ground.
Core pillars
Étienne André
Activist · Age 61
A former factory worker turned media strategist, this analytical pragmatist cut his teeth in politics by turning raw data into compelling narratives, all while climbing the ranks with relentless ambition.
Timeline
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Draft24 July 2012
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Vote Open24 July 2012
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Vote Closed22 September 2012
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Did Not Become Law22 September 2012
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
FailedFor: 52 / 348 seats (14.9%)
Against: 222 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 74
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restore Marianne Proposer | 52 | Yes | No reason given |
| Socialist Front | 23 | No | No reason given |
| The Greens Of Marianne | 118 | No | No reason given |
| Union Blue & Rouge | 81 | No | No reason given |
National Assembly
FailedFor: 37 / 577 seats (6.4%)
Against: 385 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 155
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restore Marianne Proposer | 37 | Yes | No reason given |
| Socialist Front | 26 | No | No reason given |
| The Greens Of Marianne | 252 | No | No reason given |
| Union Blue & Rouge | 107 | No | No reason given |
Presidency
FailedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 1 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greens Of Marianne | 1 | No | No reason given |