"Freedom to Drink" Policy of 2009
Rationale
In this Policy Paper, the Federalist Party outlines the need for liberalisation of the age citizens can drink, not only to improve the rights of citizens to celebrate and enjoy Thornreach's vibrant bar culture, but also to help small businesses and restaurants to thrive; and supporting city tourism.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alcohol Regulation |
Strict regulation (age 21; high excise; retail 10:00–20:00; public drinking banned)
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Liberal policy (age 18; moderate tax; late opening permitted; public zones allowed)
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Alcohol RegulationProposer
Party
Federalist
The Federalist Party stands for people and businesses operating freely, both in Thornreach and abroad. It argues for checks on state power; free markets; democratic decision-making and individual liberty. The State should help facilitate entrepreneurship; excessive regulation is state overreach.
Core pillars
Oscar Richardson
Activist · Age 56
A self-made political operator with a sharp instinct for grassroots campaigning, Oscar Richardson leverages his working-class roots and magnetic charisma to rally support for free-market policies, always with an eye on the next political opportunity.
Timeline
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Draft30 April 2009
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Vote Open30 April 2009
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Vote Closed29 June 2009
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Did Not Become Law29 June 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
National Assembly
FailedFor: 9 / 200 seats (4.5%)
Against: 48 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 143
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federalist Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Integrationist | 9 | Yes | No reason given |
| Justice | 48 | No | No reason given |
| Unity | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 51 | Not voted |