Quote from: Sir Lüc on Today at 10:44:38 AM[...]

1/2) As I understand it, the Lexhatx doesn't allow the Cosă to set its own rules like it does the Senäts (Lexh.H.3.1), so these rules would not be strictly binding. I hesitate to add these rules to the Lexhatx directly because internal processes really shouldn't be a matter of national legislation in the first place. Concerning Senäts participation, judging from how Living Cosăs are described in the Lexhatx, it is my understanding that they are run by and for the Cosă primarily, and that Senators are merely invited to participate, rather than ordinary members. In light of this, the rights reserved in these rules of procedure are privileges extended to the Upper House, more than anything -- though of course I would certainly hope that the Mençei doesn't mind being in charge when they are present, or that Senators wouldn't mind having a say in procedural motions, etc.

3/4) To the surprise of perhaps no one, these rules I worked out together with AD last term are heavily based on how associations in Germany usually govern themselves, and under this framework, all the points I mentioned are in fact points of order. The idea is that an agenda is set beforehand, and everything that interrupts or distracts from the agenda is a point of order, and the chair adjourns the session once the agenda has run its course. My choice of inspiration doesn't imply that German associations have a better internal structure than the House of Commons, it was moreso a framework that was already familiar to me and easy to adapt to our circumstances here, and I wouldn't mind changing them in the direction of the Commons if there's enthusiasm for it.

5) That would be nice, but you can't really force MCs to be more proactive than they have to be. That's something I've been struggling with during my two terms as Túischac'h at all times.

Various random minor/major points and questions.

1) If this is intended to be binding (rules generally are understood to be, I think), then calling this Sense of the Cosă would be misleading. I think "Resolution" rather than "Sense" would be more accurate, because it would be binding while not seeking to make or repeal legislation.

2) But also, if this is intended to be binding, it includes some provisions that bind the Senäts without its consent. It might not be an issue - I think the Senäts could just pass a RS to add a provision to their own rules, stating they concur with the Cosă rules in the event of a Joint Sitting - but it's not something that should be taken for granted.

3) In 5b., you list four permissible motions (i. and iii.-v.), but these aren't points of order, nor is it normally a thing to "raise a point of order to make a motion". Maybe the hand sign could be modified to mean the MZ is seeking immediate recognition, rather than to raise a point of order, and the MZ could then clarify which one he intends to offer after the chair has recognised them.

4) Additionally, if 5b. intends to list all permissible motions, I think it would be good to have a motion to adjourn listed in there. Partly because I like the British way of using it as a way to have a short closing debate, but also simply because it seems wise to allow someone to move to adjourn rather than having the chair awkwardly shut things down.

5) And on the topic of "allowing someone to move", it would be nice if MZs agreed, even pretty informally, to have someone act as a sort of floor leader - again, to spare the chair the awkwardness of stuff like "can we pretend the Mençei is subbing in for five seconds while I move that we take a 5 minutes recess because someone is late and nobody else will".

I vote for Senator Somelieir.

I vote for Antaglha Xhenerös Somelieir, assuming my vote is in order.

Right! Any nominations for Basbakan? @Andrïeu Cabischabuerg @Brad Holmes and @Antaglha Xhenerös Somelieir

Just a quick nudge to the Senäts for the purpose of expediting preparations for the State Opening - the nomination period has ended on the 29th, with two nominations but no outright majority, and therefore things should now move to an Instant Runoff ballot between Senators Somelieir and Ardpresteir.

If I can assist with holding the ballot, let me know.

Dear Sir,

Thank you very much for your kind correction and for your warm encouragement. I deeply appreciate your exceptional support and well wishes for my application.

I look forward to our shared intellectual contributions, and I truly hope we will both become members soon. Wishing you and everyone a wonderful and happy weekend ahead.

Best regards,
Liz Quiehui

In Aotearoa New Zealand, the clerk of the House organizes the election of the Speaker of every new Parliament.

The Talossan equivalent would be to empower the Secretary of State to act in place of the Túischac'h until one is elected.

I think this has the virtue of elegance.

Also: change El Lexhatx B.13.6 to read 10 days instead of 14 days?

Another reminder to the esteemed members of this Chamber that we need to get this done with quickly, since the State Opening is a requirement set out by law. I stopped being the Túischac'h with the dissolution of the 62nd Cosă, and there is no "acting Túischac'h", so there is truly no one in that office right now.

Quote from: Marcel Eðo Pairescu Tafial, UrGP on Yesterday at 10:56:13 PMThese rules were in use during the last two Informal Sessions so I would hope they are uncontroversial. If there are any objections to them not just from S:reu Moin but from other Members of the Cosă, I'd be happy to hear them.

To be clear, I too would welcome any comment from others but most especially your successor. They don't appear problematic to me but I won't be enforcing them during informal sessions. If Crement were the likely successor he would be getting the same question.