Quote from: Ian Plätschisch on May 18, 2023, 05:32:08 PMIt's arguable that this bill would mean Senators who didn't vote three times over the course of their entire tenure would be kicked out, which would be strange.

MCs get replaced every election (even if the same individuals return), but even when Senators get re-elected there is no equivalent "hard break" in their tenure that would cause the strikes to reset.

Ian, this is an excellent point. I will be revising the amending language for Article III, Section 5 to address it this evening.

Quote from: Tric'hard Lenxheir on May 18, 2023, 07:43:18 AM

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on May 17, 2023, 10:49:22 PMWhereas, it is possible, under the current attendance rules, for an MC or Senator to miss half of each term's Clarks and remain a member in good standing, and

Whereas, it is easy to become an MC or Senator but it should not be easy to remain an MC or Senator if one does not show up, and

Whereas, membership in our national legislature should be a privilege that commands enough respect that those who do not show up face stricter consequences.

Therefore, be it enacted, that Organic Law Article IV, Section 5 which currently reads as:

QuoteEach person holding one or more seats is a representative known as a "Member of the Cosa" (MC). MCs may not be removed from office except by a two-thirds vote by the Cosa and approval by the King. An MC vacates his seats if he fails to vote on two consecutive Clarks, or if he resigns from office or dies. The seats of any MC who is removed or vacates shall be reassigned according to Section 4, above.

Is amended to read as:

QuoteEach person holding one or more seats is a representative known as a "Member of the Cosa" (MC). MCs may not be removed from office except by a two-thirds vote by the Cosa and approval by the King. An MC vacates his seats if he fails to vote on two consecutive Clarks, three Clarks non-consecutively, or if he resigns from office or dies. The seats of any MC who is removed or vacates shall be reassigned according to Section 4, above.

And be it further enacted that Organic Law Article III, Section 5 which currently reads as:

QuoteA Senator vacates their seat if, not being disqualified from voting by law, they do not vote on two consecutive Clarks; or if they resign from office, lose their citizenship or die.

Is amended to read as:

QuoteA Senator vacates their seat if, not being disqualified from voting by law, they do not vote on two consecutive Clarks, three Clarks non-consecutively or if they resign from office, lose their citizenship or die.

Uréu q'estadra så:
Breneir Tzaracomprada (Seneschal)

May I be added as a co-sponsor?

Absolutely, thank you. You've been added.

Whereas, it is possible, under the current attendance rules, for an MC or Senator to miss half of each term's Clarks and remain a member in good standing, and

Whereas, it is easy to become an MC or Senator but it should not be easy to remain an MC or Senator if one does not show up, and

Whereas, membership in our national legislature should be a privilege that commands enough respect that those who do not show up face stricter consequences.

Therefore, be it enacted, that Organic Law Article IV, Section 5 which currently reads as:

QuoteEach person holding one or more seats is a representative known as a "Member of the Cosa" (MC). MCs may not be removed from office except by a two-thirds vote by the Cosa and approval by the King. An MC vacates his seats if he fails to vote on two consecutive Clarks, or if he resigns from office or dies. The seats of any MC who is removed or vacates shall be reassigned according to Section 4, above.

Is amended to read as:

QuoteEach person holding one or more seats is a representative known as a "Member of the Cosa" (MC). MCs may not be removed from office except by a two-thirds vote by the Cosa and approval by the King. An MC vacates his seats if he fails to vote on two consecutive Clarks, three Clarks non-consecutively, or if he resigns from office or dies. The seats of any MC who is removed or vacates shall be reassigned according to Section 4, above.

And be it further enacted that Organic Law Article III, Section 5 which currently reads as:

QuoteA Senator vacates their seat if, not being disqualified from voting by law, they do not vote on two consecutive Clarks; or if they resign from office, lose their citizenship or die.

Is amended to read as:

QuoteA Senator vacates their seat if, not being disqualified from voting by law, they do not vote on two consecutive Clarks within a single Cosa term, nine Clarks non-consecutively within their three-Cosa term of office or if they resign from office, lose their citizenship or die.

Uréu q'estadra så:
Breneir Tzaracomprada (Seneschal)
Tric'hard Lenxheir (Sen-Vuode)

Welcome back Vitxalmour!
Also, Txec that is a nice and snazzy new signature.

Quote from: _naseer on May 15, 2023, 07:07:46 AMSo what's your favorite dish?

I am huge fan of my types of pizza. I could probably eat it every day. What are your favorite foods, Naseer?

Ministry of Immigration
IMMIGRATION APPLICATION

Application Received - 15 May 2023

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Application Eligible for Petition -

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The Ministry of Immigration, using information provided in the application and after investigating to the best of its ability, is satisfied that this application is Bona Fide.

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Applicant Name:
Karl-Heinz Meintjes

Gender:
Male

Year of Birth:
1997

Location:
South Africa

Prospective Province:
Fiova

Have you been introduced to the Kingdom of Talossa by an existing citizen?
NO

Do you have any previous experience with, or membership in, any "micronations"?
YES - I'm still a citizen of Dracul

Is it okay if Talossan citizens contact you by e-mail?
YES

Is it okay if Talossan citizens contact you by telephone?
NO

About Myself:
To promote the nation and have its best interest at hart.

Why I am Interested in Becoming a Talossan:
To become a international citizen as the country I live in is falling apart day by day and to be able to increase my knowledge about other nations and work conditions

Where did you hear about the Kingdom of Talossa?
Wikipedia

Quote from: _naseer on May 14, 2023, 11:57:05 AMWhich country are you from?

I am originally from the United States but am currently residing in Canada.

Dear Florencians,

Serving as your senator has been a responsibility I hope I have carried with respect and recognition of your needs and interests. My term is nearing its conclusion and my thoughts have focused on considering whether to seek renewal of my mandate. I have decided against seeking such a renewal.

Thank you for the privilege of representing you. At the conclusion of my term I will remain available to assist my successor, where necessary and desired.

Breneir Tzaracomprada

Quote from: _naseer on May 14, 2023, 09:24:36 AMHello.. How are you doing everyone?

I am doing well. How are you, Naseer?

Alrighty.

Quote from: Sir Lüc on May 12, 2023, 11:03:29 AMOn RZ12, SoS Succession Reform Act, I vote an emphatic Contra, and thank the Senate for its existence.
This bill plainly had other, unstated aims when it was originally presented during the last term. I thought it was a bad and misguided bill that would do nothing to solve the issue it was targeting. Sneakily re-Clarking this without any further debate is not going to make me change my mind on that.

I wasn't sure I could respond directly in the Cosa chambers so post it here.

In both instances this bill had only the stated motive which was to make the appointment of the Deputy SOS automatic and move the pressure on the primary appointment to the deputy. The succession issue would be eliminated as the successor would be known well ahead of time assuming we appointed a stable deputy.

I have discussed this directly with the Secretary of State. My intention of suggesting myself was because I am clearly active and capable of completing the duties. If there was an ulterior motive it was to personally demonstrate the absence of any ill will toward him as one would not suggest a close working relationship with someone for whom you have negative feelings.

As for being sneaky, I approached the Secretary of State concerning reintroducing this bill for comment (I am more than happy to produce that evidence, if requested). And posted in the Hopper that "I still thought this is a good idea." And then strenuously followed the rules concerning resubmitting onto the clark.

Looks good to me but I am unclear on how the divisions will work. Are these just communities of interest within the ECS?

@Mack Patrick How are you enjoying the Kingdom so far?

Ministry of Immigration
IMMIGRATION APPLICATION

Application Received - 11 May 2023

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Application Eligible for Petition -

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The Ministry of Immigration, using information provided in the application and after investigating to the best of its ability, is satisfied that this application is Bona Fide.

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Applicant Name:
Rakhmanin Glib

Gender:
Male

Year of Birth:
2002

Location:
Lviv, Ukraine

Prospective Province:
Cézembre

Have you been introduced to the Kingdom of Talossa by an existing citizen?
NO

Do you have any previous experience with, or membership in, any "micronations"?
NO

Is it okay if Talossan citizens contact you by e-mail?
YES

Is it okay if Talossan citizens contact you by telephone?
NO

About Myself:
I am an artist, I am good at painting, graphics and photoshop.

Why I am Interested in Becoming a Talossan:
Freedom is important for me.

Where did you hear about the Kingdom of Talossa?
Random internet surfing

@stymphalides

@stymphalides It looks like we will soon be able to get you your card. The Distain and MinSTUFF have went ahead and created new templates.

Quick update: I just finished a 30 minute call with Gabbie the producer for the iHeartRadio podcast, School of Humans. It went very well. She and I will sit down for a formal interview at MicroCon. I did mention others may be interested in speaking about Talossa (just to keep that door open.) So if you are interested I can forward your contact information to her.

Had problems tagging in the initial post.
@Sir Txec dal Nordselvă, UrB

WHEREAS it has been more than a fortnight since þerxh Sant-Enogat @þerxh Sant-Enogat first posted on Wittenberg, following his introduction to the citizens of the Kingdom by officers of the Immigration Ministry, and

WHEREAS he has, in that time, demonstrated an active, genuine, and continuing interest in Talossan life, culture, and language, and

WHEREAS he desires citizenship in the Kingdom of Talossa, and

WHEREAS by all indications it appears that he would be a loyal and dedicated citizen, and a credit to this nation if he obtains the grant of citizenship he requests, and

WHEREAS he will certainly spice up and enrich our Talossan culture,

THEREFORE I, Breneir Tzaracomprada, a citizen in good standing of the Province of Florencia and of the Kingdom of Talossa, do by the present petition the Secretary of State to issue a grant of citizenship to þerxh Sant-Enogat, as specified by law.

Conversation was held on 16 April 2023

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I am pleased to present the video from a get-to-know-you conversation with @Audrada Roibeardet
I hope you will enjoy the chat as much as I did.
And hopefully others will be inspired to participate.

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