Energy And Farming Standards Modernization of 2013
Rationale
These changes modernize energy, transport, and farming policies to ensure practical, sustainable progress while balancing economic and social needs for long-term public benefit.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Renewable Energy Mandates |
Renewables priority
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Balanced energy mix
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| 2 | Vehicle Emissions Standards |
Strict emissions standards with immediate enforcement and heavy fines
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Emissions limits with gradual phase-in for new vehicles
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| 3 | Animal Welfare Standards |
Strict welfare (ban factory farming; mandatory free-range; fur farming banned)
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Regulated farming standards and anti-cruelty laws
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Renewable Energy Mandates2
Vehicle Emissions Standards3
Animal Welfare StandardsProposer
Party
Democratic Alliance
The Democratic Alliance forges a nation of bold builders where liberty and opportunity meet the forge of progress.
Core pillars
Martín Vega
Activist · Age 34
Raised in a factory town where wages were a daily debate, Martín Vega turned local grievances into viral campaigns, blending raw idealism with a media savvy that makes him the party’s most electrifying young voice.
Timeline
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Draft20 November 2013
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Vote Open20 November 2013
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Vote Closed19 January 2014
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Became Law19 January 2014
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Congress of Deputies
PassedFor: 208 / 350 seats (59.4%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 142
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Alliance Proposer | 133 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orange Democratic Movement (odm) | 75 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orthodox Centro-right | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Unity And Prosperity | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 38 | Not voted |
Senado
PassedFor: 149 / 266 seats (56.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 117
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Alliance Proposer | 79 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orange Democratic Movement (odm) | 70 | Yes | No reason given |
| Orthodox Centro-right | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Unity And Prosperity | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 29 | Not voted |