Liberalisation of Online Expression Act of 2015

Proposed by Civic Coalition · fronted by Karl Zimmermann

Opened

29 Mar 2015

Voting closes

28 May 2015

Chambers

2 legislatures

Articles

1 change

Rationale

As a democratic and equal country, the Rhenish government has an obligation to ensure that the right of expression is accessible and equal for all. This act hopes to codify this convention into written law, and to place the responsibility of expressing one's opinions back into individuals' hands.

Proposed Changes

	Law	Previous		Proposed
1	Internet Freedom	Light-touch regulation (net neutrality; limited takedown orders for serious crime only)		Completely unregulated internet; no content restrictions of any kind

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Internet Freedom

Previous law

Light-touch regulation (net neutrality; limited takedown orders for serious crime only)

Completely unregulated internet; no content restrictions of any kind

Proposer

Party

Civic Coalition

The Civic Coalition is a centrist party based on the principles of liberalism, democracy, and acceptance. We believe that real societal change comes from gradual reforms and stable governance. Join us in our mission to make Rhineland more welcoming to all who seek a new home.

Core pillars

Karl Zimmermann

Activist · Age 44

4,424 social followers

A former philosophy professor turned firebrand activist, Karl Zimmermann’s eccentric debates and uncompromising integrity have made him a cult figure among reformers, though his wealth and unpredictability often unsettle party moderates.

🎓 Academic ✨ Charismatic 🎭 Eccentric 🛡️ Incorruptible 💰 Wealthy

Timeline

Draft

29 March 2015
Vote Open

29 March 2015
Vote Closed

28 May 2015
Became Law

28 May 2015

Vote tally

Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.

Bundesrat

Passed

47Yes 0No 22Not voted 69 seats

For: 47 / 69 seats (68.1%)

Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 22

50.1% of those voting must vote in favour (actual = 100.0%)

Party	Seats	Vote	Reason
Civic Coalition Proposer	11	Yes	No reason given
Liberal Union	12	Yes	No reason given
Progressive Liberal Democracy Movement	19	Yes	No reason given
The Christian Democrats	3	Yes	No reason given
United Reinland	2	Yes	No reason given

Bundestag

Passed

539Yes 0No 111Not voted 650 seats

For: 539 / 650 seats (82.9%)

Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 111

50.1% of those voting must vote in favour (actual = 100.0%)

Party	Seats	Vote	Reason
Civic Coalition Proposer	127	Yes	No reason given
Liberal Union	152	Yes	No reason given
Progressive Liberal Democracy Movement	199	Yes	No reason given
The Christian Democrats	24	Yes	No reason given
United Reinland	37	Yes	No reason given

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