Press Freedom Protection Act of 2009
Rationale
Current censorship policies stifle free speech and public debate. This change ensures a free press while protecting against direct incitement, fostering transparency and accountability.
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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Media Censorship PolicyProposer
Party
United Imperial Alliance
The UIA guards the sacred flame of secularism, rule of law and personal liberty against powers that seek to extinguish it.
Core pillars
Emma Laurent
Activist · Age 69
A veteran journalist turned political firebrand, Emma Laurent commands attention with her eloquence and unwavering principles, using her media savvy to champion transparency and accountability.
Timeline
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Draft4 April 2009
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Vote Open1 May 2009
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Vote Closed30 June 2009
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Did Not Become Law30 June 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
PassedFor: 184 / 348 seats (52.9%)
Against: 118 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 46
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assemble For The Republic! | 85 | Yes | No reason given |
| Union Blue & Rouge | 118 | No | No reason given |
| United Imperial Alliance Proposer | 99 | Yes | No reason given |
National Assembly
PassedFor: 304 / 577 seats (52.7%)
Against: 196 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 77
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assemble For The Republic! | 140 | Yes | No reason given |
| Union Blue & Rouge | 196 | No | No reason given |
| United Imperial Alliance Proposer | 164 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 218 | Not voted |
Presidency
FailedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 1 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Blue & Rouge | 1 | No | No reason given |