I'm having trouble making something new so I will propose what I did earlier, and thank you to
@Carcer for the changes, it is better now.
[X] Plan: the anti-corruption act
-[X] Republic Anti-Corruption and Ethical Governance Act
--[X] Reform
---[X]Contents
1. Corporate Disqualification from Senate Seats
- Expanded Disqualification Clause: Individuals holding a Senate seat must disclose any significant financial or personal interests tied to a corporation or its affiliates. Direct corporate affiliations—such as executive positions or significant stock holdings—will disqualify individuals from Senate eligibility to avoid conflicts of interest. Indirect affiliations through close family members or proxies will be reviewed by the Senate Ethics Committee to assess any undue influence or potential for bias, but will not automatically result in disqualification.
- Mandatory Disclosure of Relationships: All Senate candidates and current members must disclose affiliations within two degrees of separation (direct relations, friends, close associates, etc.) to any corporate entity.
- Third-Party Audits: Independent, external auditors will verify disqualification claims. Misrepresentation will be treated as a criminal offense with penalties equal to those of corruption charges.
- Severe Penalties for Circumvention: Attempting to circumvent these rules by using proxies, subsidiaries, or family members will result in lifetime bans for involved corporations and parties, confiscation of corporate assets,potential Senate expulsion and imprisonment.
2. Lobbying Ban
- Comprehensive Lobbying and Influence Ban: Expands the lobbying ban to prohibit any form of monetary or non-monetary influence, this include but is not limited to:
- Influence exercised through advisory boards, think tanks, exclusive information access,access to influential events or organizations, employment promises, and social or political favors.
- Donations, grants,indeirect gift, and sponsorships from corporations or their affiliates to individuals in Senate positions, Senate-related initiatives, or campaigns.
- Ban on Advisory Roles and Think Tanks: Senators may not engage with or hold positions within non-lobbying advisory bodies or think tanks that receive funding from corporate interests or politically active groups.
- Unifying the Definition of "Lobbying": Lobbying is defined to encompass any activity intended to influence legislation through direct or indirect means. Enforcement will include monitoring interactions between Senators and corporations, trade groups, and nonprofits.
- Independent Whistleblower Bureau: A Whistleblower Bureau within the ETB will monitor and investigate any indirect influence or undisclosed interaction between Senate members and lobbyists. Violation penalties will include immediate suspension pending investigation.
3. Ethics and Transparency Bureau (ETB)
- Expanded ETB Jurisdiction: ETB's authority is defined broadly to include all financial, material, and indirect support for Senate members. ETB jurisdiction includes all communications, lobbying efforts, and non-standard interactions between Senate members and external entities.
- Independent Appointment and Oversight of Tribunal: The Tribunal will be elected by the independent planetary representatives outside the Senate to ensure impartiality. Tribunal members must not have prior affiliations with the Senate, Jedi Order, or corporations.
- Direct Prosecution Power: ETB will have prosecutorial power to directly charge and prosecute cases of corruption or influence attempts, bypassing the Senate's approval. Investigations will be conducted by neutral, Republic-wide auditors.
4. Whistleblower Protections
- Anonymous and Secure Reporting Channels: The Whistleblower Bureau guarantees anonymous reporting, ensuring all whistleblower safety with secure, encrypted reporting channels. Protections extend to reports made through any channel, official or unofficial, without retaliation risk.
- Explicit Protection Against All Forms of Retaliation: The definition of retaliation includes withholding of non-monetary benefits, political isolation, reassignment, and any form of career sabotage. Violations will incur maximum fines,permanent bans from public offic,potential imprisonment and disqualification for implicated corporations from all Republic contracts and privileges.
- Immediate Whistleblower Priority Status: Reports are flagged as high priority, with investigations commencing within 30 days. Whistleblowers will be kept informed of the investigation status to ensure transparency.
5. Strict Penalties for Corruption
- Fixed Sentencing and Defined Severity Levels: Corruption offenses are categorized by severity (minor, moderate, major), each with predefined, non-negotiable penalties. This includes imprisonment, fines,bans from public office and more.
- Corporate Liability Clause: Corporations and individuals must be accountable, even for actions by subsidiaries, rogue employees, or indirect actors, if they benefit the corporate entity. This includes penalties equal to primary offenses.
- Retroactive Enforcement: Any acts of corruption, influence, or undisclosed lobbying conducted within the last five years are subject to investigation and penalties, applying all anti-corruption laws retroactively from this period.
6. Conflict of Interest Prevention
- Quarterly Disclosure Requirements: Senators must disclose financial interests and holdings quarterly, rather than annually. All disclosures are publicly accessible and archived.
- Explicit Prohibition of Joint and Masked Investments: Investments or financial activities involving any masked or joint ownership must be disclosed in full detail, including indirect beneficiaries and associated entities. Violations carry penalties equal to withholding financial disclosures.
- Real-Time Transaction Monitoring: High-ranking officials must allow ETB real-time access to financial dealings above a specified threshold, ensuring no substantial conflicts arise between disclosures.
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Political Power Spent 14000
The core proposal requires 10000 Political Power, but an additional 4000 is invested to increase the chances of passing this law by ensuring enough support and increasing its success rate.
-----[X] Factions negotiation
- Agrarian and Outer Rim Factions 5000
-[X]The Galactic Economic Fairness Act
--[X] major law
---[X] contents:
Purpose:
This Act is designed to maintain a free and competitive market within the Galactic Republic, ensuring fair economic practices, prohibiting monopolistic control, and fostering opportunities for new entrants. By preventing monopolistic dominance, the Act seeks to stimulate innovation, reduce barriers to entry, and uphold a balanced market where corporations operate without stifling smaller or emerging competitors.
1. Definitions
- Monopoly: The control of a particular market or sector by a single entity, preventing fair competition and limiting market access for other entities.
- Anticompetitive Practices: Actions taken by a corporation to limit, reduce, or eliminate competition, including price-fixing, exclusive dealing, or coercive acquisitions.
- New Entrants: Corporations or entities entering a market previously dominated or heavily influenced by established corporations.
- Fair Market Competition: A market state in which multiple corporations or entities can operate without undue restrictions or influence from a single dominant entity.
2. Prohibition of Monopolistic Practices
- Ban on Monopolies:
- It shall be illegal for any corporation to maintain exclusive control over a market, product, or service in a manner that limits or eliminates competition within the Galactic Republic.
- Corporations found to have monopolistic control over a sector must initiate corrective actions or face mandated divestiture of assets or market share as determined by the Economic Oversight Authority.
- Prevention of Market Domination:
- Corporations are prohibited from engaging in practices that lead to market domination, including but not limited to forced buyouts, predatory pricing, and exclusive supply or distribution agreements that create barriers to entry for other entities.
- Existing corporations with significant market influence must adhere to a conduct framework promoting open competition, including transparency in pricing and contractual obligations.
3. Encouragement of New Competitors
- Promotion of New Market Entrants:
- The Republic shall establish incentives for new entities entering competitive markets, including access to funding, resources, and technological support.
- Barriers that disproportionately affect new entrants, such as excessive fees, exclusive regulations, or restrictive patents, shall be reviewed and revised to ensure fair access for all competitors.
- Support for Small and Emerging Businesses:
- A portion of Republic funds shall be allocated to small and emerging businesses, encouraging their growth in markets previously dominated by larger corporations.
- The Republic may create strategic partnerships with emerging companies to foster technological innovation and market diversity.
4. Oversight and Enforcement by the Economic Oversight Authority (EOA)
- Establishment of the EOA:
- The Economic Oversight Authority (EOA) shall be established as the primary body responsible for monitoring corporate compliance with this Act.
- The EOA shall have the authority to investigate complaints, initiate audits, and conduct market analyses to ensure corporations adhere to fair competition laws.
- Powers of the EOA:
- The EOA may compel corporations to submit records, contracts, and other relevant documentation necessary for assessing compliance.
- The EOA shall have the authority to impose penalties, mandate corporate restructuring, and recommend prosecution in cases of severe anticompetitive behavior.
- Periodic Review:
- The EOA shall conduct a comprehensive review of each market sector every five standard years, evaluating the level of competition, market access for new entrants, and compliance with this Act.
- Based on findings, the EOA may introduce new regulations or recommend legislative changes to the Senate to address emerging competitive issues.
5. Penalties for Violations
- Fines and Sanctions:
- Corporations found in violation of this Act shall be subject to fines proportional to the extent of market impact caused by their actions, ensuring that penalties serve as a deterrent to future violations.
- Repeated offenses shall result in increasing fines, alongside additional regulatory scrutiny and limitations on future expansion.
- Market Divestiture:
- Corporations found to possess monopolistic control may be required to divest specific assets, branches, or sectors, allowing for open competition to be restored.
- In cases of severe monopolistic practices, corporations may be prohibited from operating within the Galactic Republic for a determined period.
6. Reporting Requirements
- Annual Reporting:
- The EOA shall submit an annual report to the Senate and the Chancellor detailing market trends, any identified monopolistic practices, and corrective actions taken.
- This report shall be made publicly accessible to ensure transparency and reinforce public confidence in fair market regulation.
- Public Disclosure of Major Findings:
- Findings that reveal significant monopolistic behavior or anticompetitive practices shall be disclosed to the public, with the EOA providing details on measures being taken to resolve such issues.
- Sensitive information may be withheld when necessary for market stability, but all actions taken by the EOA must remain subject to Senate oversight.
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Political Power Spent 4000
The core proposal requires 2000 Political Power, but an additional 2000 is invested to increase the chances of passing this law by ensuring enough support and increasing its success rate.
-----[X] Factions negotiation
- Republican Constitutionalists 500
- Agrarian and Outer Rim Factions 500
the formating is right?
edit: changed the disqualification clause, changed faction support on Anti-Corruption and Ethical Governance Act and political power cost.
