Progressive Policy Modernization Act of 2008
Proposed by Social Democratic Union
Passing
in all 2 chambers
Opened
21 Sep 2008
Voting closes
20 Nov 2008
Chambers
2 legislatures
Articles
3 changes
Rationale
These changes prioritize renewable energy, protect linguistic diversity, and support religious charities—strengthening sustainability, inclusion, and community well-being.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renewable Energy Mandates |
Balanced energy mix
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Renewables priority
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| 2 | Official Language Policy |
Single official language for all official documents and courts
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Multilingual rights guaranteed (core services available in multiple languages)
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| 3 | Religious Observation Policy |
Permit religion with no state support (neutral tax treatment; no grants)
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Tax-exempt status for registered religious charities
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1
Renewable Energy MandatesPrevious law
Balanced energy mix
Renewables priority
2
Official Language PolicyPrevious law
Single official language for all official documents and courts
Multilingual rights guaranteed (core services available in multiple languages)
3
Religious Observation PolicyPrevious law
Permit religion with no state support (neutral tax treatment; no grants)
Tax-exempt status for registered religious charities
Timeline
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Draft21 September 2008
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Vote Open21 September 2008
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Vote Closed20 November 2008
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Did Not Become Law20 November 2008
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
Passed
29Yes
18No
22Not voted
69 seats
For: 29 / 69 seats (42.0%)
Against: 18 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 22
50.1% of those voting must vote in favour (actual = 61.7%)
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground | 14 | Yes | No reason given |
| Heartland Alliance | 18 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| National Legionary Front | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union Proposer | 15 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
Passed
269Yes
174No
207Not voted
650 seats
For: 269 / 650 seats (41.4%)
Against: 174 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 207
50.1% of those voting must vote in favour (actual = 60.7%)
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common Ground | 127 | Yes | No reason given |
| Heartland Alliance | 174 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Meritocratic Alliance | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| National Legionary Front | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Union Proposer | 142 | Yes | No reason given |