Independent Work and Enterprise Act of 2023
Rationale
Flexible work depends on adults and entrepreneurs being free to choose the terms that suit them. This Act recognizes platform workers as independent contractors and removes state-mandated protections.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Gig Economy & Platform Workers |
Basic protections (minimum pay, accident insurance) for gig workers
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Platform workers are independent contractors; no protections required
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Gig Economy & Platform WorkersProposer
Party
Avalonian Foundations
Avalonian Foundations stands for a united, independent Port Avalonian identity, free markets, strong protection of individual liberties, and secure borders. We seek a sovereign, prosperous nation rooted in shared values, private enterprise, public virtue, and controlled immigration.
Core pillars
Julia Bennett
Trade Councillor · Age 41
A former corporate strategist who abandoned the boardroom for the campaign trail, Julia Bennett’s ruthless efficiency and razor-sharp charm have turned skeptics into devoted followers—by any means necessary.
Timeline
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Draft14 April 2023
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Vote Open11 June 2023
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Vote Closed10 August 2023
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Did Not Become Law10 August 2023
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
City Assembly
PassedFor: 24 / 120 seats (20.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 96
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalonian Foundations Proposer | 24 | Yes | No reason given |
Harbor Council
PassedFor: 7 / 15 seats (46.7%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 8
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalonian Foundations Proposer | 7 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 7 | Not voted |
Governor of Port Avalon
PassedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 1