Free Higher Education Act of 2017
Passing
in the National Assembly
Opened
26 Mar 2017
Voting closes
25 May 2017
Chambers
1 legislature
Articles
1 change
Rationale
Free higher education breaks financial barriers, boosts social mobility, and strengthens workforce skills for societal progress.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Tuition |
Vocational training focus
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Free higher education for all
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1
University TuitionPrevious law
Vocational training focus
Free higher education for all
Proposer
Party
Progressives
A party for the people
Core pillars
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BS
Beatrice Stafford
Activist · Age 59
1,033,900 social followers
A charismatic former banker with deep political and business connections, Beatrice Stafford uses her influence and charm to bridge divides and rally support for progressive causes.
✨ Charismatic
🏦 Former Banker
🔗 Well Connected
Timeline
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Draft26 March 2017
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Vote Open26 March 2017
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Vote Closed25 May 2017
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Became Law25 May 2017
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
National Assembly
Passed
69Yes
0No
131Not voted
200 seats
For: 69 / 200 seats (34.5%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 131
50.1% of those voting must vote in favour (actual = 100.0%)
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Progressive Bloc | 69 | Yes | No reason given |
| Progressives Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 51 | Not voted |