Bill: Rejected Trudeau Amendment

[Westray]

A
BILL
To

Establish the Commonwealth of Canada​

The people of the Commonwealth of Redmont, through their elected Representatives in the Congress and the force of law ordained to that Congress by the people through the constitution, do hereby enact the following provisions into law:

1 - Short Title and Enactment
(1) This Act may be cited as the “Trudeau Amendment"
(2) This Act shall be enacted immediately upon its signage.

2 - Purpose
(1) The Constitution of Canada is the most perfect constitution and form of Government. However unfortunately I cannot copy and paste the entire constitution, so here is an oversimplified and very much summarized version of such, applied to the concept of Minecraft and the formatting of the past constitution.
(2) In order to truly unite our Government, we need a Monarch to hold the nation together.
(3) Commonwealth of Canada is cooler than the Commonwealth of Redmont.
(4) This expands the House by 10 seats, as members of the House of Commons may also typically serve as members of Cabinet.

3 - Transition
(1) The current Constitution is hereby repealed.
(2) All references to the “Commonwealth of Redmont” are hereby changed to the “Commonwealth of Canada”
(3) The entire Executive Branch will be dissolved
(4) The entire Legislative Branch will be moved into the new constitution keeping its current members, with the House of Representatives henceforth being called the House of Commons, and the Senate remaining with its new provisions.
(a) A Special Election will be held to determine the new MPs for the additional 10 new seats to the House of Commons.
(5) The Judiciary will remain relatively unaffected, with the Courts mantaining a similiar role.
(6) VelvetKitty shall be decreed the Monarch of the Commonwealth, who serves for life.

4 - New Constitution
Hereby establishes as the new Constitution:

PREAMBLE
We the citizens of The Commonwealth of Canada, in order to form a more perfect country, establish this Constitution to guarantee the preservation and protection of Justice, promote the general welfare of our citizens, and secure the liberty of our participation in the governance of this country. All citizens and the Government of the Commonwealth of Canada will abide by these here set principles to play and unite as
one country, The Commonwealth of Canada, hereinafter called Canada.

The Government of the Commonwealth of Canada is separated into three arms of Government: the Legislative, the Executive, and the Judiciary. It is important to note that the Government and the Server Staff have completely different roles and functions.

SECTION I - THE PARLIAMENT

Legislative Power
Legislative power is vested in the Parliament, consisting of two equal chambers, hereinafter called The Senate and The House of Commons.

Role of the Parliament
The Parliament is responsible for debating, creating, removing, and amending country laws and specified rules. The Parliament is therefore key in representing the will of the people, allowing every citizen to have either a direct or indirect impact on the governance of the country.

Spoiler: Parliament Jurisdiction Summary

Responsible for the creation, as well as the modification and removal of all server laws.

• Responsible for the creation, as well as the modification and removal of all server laws.
• Parliament can also change rules in addition to laws, but only rules that affect groups that the government has oversight of.
• Parliament has the ability to amend the Constitution through a super majority vote in both chambers, with the exclusion of any changes to the system of Government which must attain a majority in a public referendum as well..
• Parliament may amend, create, regulate through appropriations, and remove government departments, including the roles and responsibilities they hold, and the positions within them. All of these except regulation through appropriations are complex changes.
• Parliament can impose, amend, cease, and collect taxes.
• Parliament can check, approve, or deny government spending
• Parliament cannot give themselves power over other branches of Government nor can they take power away from them.
• Parliament shall have the power to originate an Appropriations bill which shall allocate Government funds for specific purposes. Such a bill may be proposed at any time unless otherwise codified in law outside this Constitution.
• Parliament may pass non-binding resolutions as formal requests to the Ministries.

The House of Commons
The House of Commons shall consist of 21 citizens, referred to as Members of Parliament (Abbreviated MP.). The House of Commons is where all bills originate from.

The House of Commons must have more than 50% of its total seats occupied to approve any motion or bill.

In the event that a vacancy arises in the House, the members of the House may vote amongst themselves to approve a new member to the chamber. Such a motion would require a supermajority to pass. The House may also motion for a Special Election in accordance with the law outside the Constitution.

Any person may submit a petition on the forums to recall a Representative. Should at least 20 other unique people sign the petition, a referendum shall be held no more than 24 hours later. The referendum shall last for 48 hours. The live results of such an election shall not be made public and the results shall only be disclosed once polling has concluded. To determine the outcome of the referendum, the official in question is removed from office if the percentage of nays is less than the percentage that represents their seat in Parliament. For example, if there are 4 seats in the House, each seat represents 25% and therefore fewer than 25% of responses would need to be nay for the official to be removed.

Spoiler: Powers of the House of Commons

• The House of Commons shall select a Prime Minister upon the beginning of every term.
• The House of Commons is responsible for the creation of all bills.
• The House of Commons cannot give themselves power over other branches of Government nor can they take power away from
• The House of Commons may motion a vote of no confidence against any government officials. If it passes in the House via a simple majority, it must then must be brought to the Senate.
• The House of Commons shall have the power to issue a motion of Censure against any person or group. This has no legal repercussions and is purely a statement of disapproval.
• The House of Commons shall have the power to approve nominations.

The Senate
The Senate shall consist of 6 citizens, referred to as Senators (Abbreviated Sen.) who are appointed by the Governor General. The Senate acts as the house of review to the House of Commons and cannot originate any bills. The Senate must have more than 50% of its total seats occupied to approve any motion, bill, or nomination. Senators serve for life until they resign or are removed by the unanimous consent of the chamber.

Spoiler: Powers of the Senate

• Responsible for reviewing all bills passed by the House of Commons and voting on them as well as making amendments where they see fit.
• Approving and overturning motions of no confidence.
• The Senate shall have the power to issue a motion of Censure against any person or group. This has no legal repercussions and is purely a statement of disapproval.
• The Senate may create and start a vote on non-binding resolutions.

Speaker of the House of Commons
The House of Commons is presided over by the Speaker of the House, who is responsible for maintaining the good order and efficient running of the chamber, as well as chairing meetings, facilitating the voting of bills, and ensuring the timely passage of Bills to the Senate. The Speaker position is voted on by the House of Commons immediately after parliamentary elections.

In order to remove the Speaker’s appointment, the Speaker must resign from Speakership or lose to a vote of no confidence (supermajority).
The Speaker’s first order of business is to amend or reaffirm the standing orders of the House of Commons.

In the event of a vacant court, or that no Judge is in the capacity to preside over such a case, the Speaker may preside.

Speaker of the Senate
The Senate is presided over by the Speaker of the Senate, who is responsible for maintaining the good order and efficient running of the chamber, as well as chairing meetings, facilitating the voting of bills, casting tie-breaking votes, and ensuring the timely passage of bills.

Elections
Elections for the House of Commons shall be conducted through a system of Proportional Representation outlined outside this constitution. It is the duty of the Courts to strike down election acts that do not reflect the electoral processes outlined outside of the constitution. In the event that such a Court ruling occurs, the previously lawful elections act would once again become law. A citizen can only sit in one chamber, and therefore, if they accept an appointment to the Senate, they forfeit their seat in the House.

Candidates are to make their official political party affiliations known or if none, opt to run as an independent.

In order to run for the House of Commons, citizens need to meet these requirements:

• Has accrued 24 hours playtime prior to declaring their intent to contest the election on the forums.
• Is an active participant in the community, in-game, on discord, and on the forums.

In order to qualify for the Senate, citizens need to meet these requirements:

• Has accrued 72 hours playtime prior to declaring their intent to contest the election on the forums
• Is an active participant in the community, in-game, on discord, and on the forums.

Roles change following the appointment or counting of the votes.

Parliament enters “caretaker mode” on the first day of when elections are called. During this time any bill must receive a supermajority in any chamber which is undergoing elections. The electoral process shall last 10 days, with 3 days of voting, and 7 days of nominations.

No House of Commons and no legislative assembly shall continue for longer than five years from the date fixed for the return of the writs of a general election of its members.

Procedures for the Removal and Replacement of Parliament Members
If a Representative or Senator is no longer fit for office, they can be removed from Parliament early by the relevant presiding officer with the consent of all members of their chamber (Excluding the individual in question).

After a member of the House has resigned or been removed: The relevant presiding officer is obligated to review the most recent election, if within 14 days of resignation or removal, to nominate the next winning candidate according to the electoral system used in the election. The nominee must receive a supermajority in the House to receive a seat. They must vote on a nomination or motion for a special election within four days of the resignation. A special election will be automatically triggered where there are no suitable candidates in the most recent election.

After a member of the Senate has resigned or been removed: the Prime Minister is obligated to advise the Governor General on a new appointment to the Senate within 14 days.

Spoiler: Incumbent Members of House of Commons

Speaker of the House: Intercepticon
MP: 1950minecrafter
MP: xEndeavour
MP: Partypig678
MP: SimplyMadi
MP: Th0re_
MP: Westray
MP: BubbaRC
MP: Lord_Donuticus
MP: MrPenderweed
MP: ElainaThomas29

Speaker of the Senate: Mhadsher101
Senator: Ansgard_Ist
Senator: LilDigiVert
Senator: byeSprite
Senator: laurenpoo
Senator: Pugbandit

SECTION II - THE COURTS

Judicial Power
Judicial power is vested in the court.

Role of the Court
The Judicial arm of Government, consisting of the Court and Supreme Court, interprets the law, as written by the legislature and administered by the Executive.
The Court of Canada
The Court of Canada hears all non-constitutional legal matters in the first instance and is the appellate court for criminal charges and civil actions. It is presided over by a single Judge. Lawsuits are made in the Courthouse forum. Lawsuits can be either civil cases (a dispute between two parties, usually seeking compensation) or criminal cases (an appeal to the state against a charge, or a case filed by the state regarding a criminal act). Where there is a failure to appear, the presiding Judge will deliver a verdict considering the facts presented to the Court.

Powers of the Court
The Court of Canada is the appellate court in the first instance. (e.g. Appealing an arrest)
The Court of Canada makes judgments on criminal prosecutions. (e.g. Fraud)
The Court of Canada makes judgments on civil cases (e.g. Wrongful Dismissal)
The Court of Canada is able to issue warrants to the Department of Justice.
The Court of Canada is responsible for resolving government disputes.

Judges
Judges are responsible for presiding over and delivering non-biased verdicts on all lawsuits. Judges and the Chief Justice are to be nominated by the Prime Minister and approved by the House of Commons. Where there is no Chief Justice, the most senior Judge is Chief Justice by default until otherwise provided.

Role of the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Canada
The Supreme Court of Canada acts as a Constitutional court, as a check on legislation and executive power when presented with a legal question. The Supreme Court of Canada hears all Constitutional legal matters and is the appellate court for further appeals. The Supreme court is presided over by three Judges and is Chaired by the Chief Justice. Each Judge/Justice makes his/her own verdict on cases, and where decisions are not unanimous, the decision of the majority prevails. The decision is final - there are no further appeals once a matter has been decided by the Supreme Court, and the decision is binding on all other courts. Where there is a failure to appear, the presiding Judges will deliver a verdict considering the facts presented to the Court.

Powers of the Supreme Court
- The Supreme Court of Canada is the appellate court to the Court of Redmont where proceedings or jurisdiction of any Court or Judge is in question.
- The Supreme Court of Canada has the power to accept or reject appeals if it was not raised on a point of law.
- The Supreme Court of Canada is responsible for resolving disputes between Government Institutions.
- The Supreme Court of Canada hears all Constitutional challenges.

Spoiler: Incumbent Judges

Chief Justice: Vacant
Judge: Matt_S0
Judge: Vacant

SECTION III - THE EXECUTIVE

Executive Power
Executive power is vested in the Governor General, Prime Minister, and Cabinet. The Executive branch, consisting of the Prime Minister, Cabinet, and government departments, administers and enforces the law respectively, as written by the legislature and interpreted by the judiciary.

Governor General
The Governor General is the representative of the Head of State, the Monarch, to the Commonwealth of Canada. The Governor General is responsible for carrying out the wishes of the Monarch, and, by convention, listening to the advice of the Prime Minister.

Spoiler: Powers of the Governor General

• The Governor General may dissolve the House of Commons and Executive, triggering a subsequent election, if and when requested by the Prime Minister.
• The Governor General may appoint members to the Senate at the recommendation of the Prime Minister.
• The Governor General may nominate a new Prime Minister should a vacancy arise.

Role of the Prime Minister
The Prime Minister is the Head of Government. The Prime Minister is responsible for the execution and enforcement of the law.

Spoiler: Powers of the Prime Minister

• Grant reprieves and pardons to citizens charged with breaking the law.
• The Prime Ministers nominates, appoints, and dismisses members of the Executive Cabinet.
• The Prime Minister is the chairperson of Cabinet and therefore calls for and adjourns meetings.
• The Prime Minister and their Departments may not spend government funds in a way that would conflict with appropriations.
• Department balances may not be less than $0.00. In the event that a Department’s balance reaches $0.00 all spending related to this Department must cease, excluding salaries which will then come from the DCGovernment balance. Neither the Executive nor the Parliament shall have the power to cease salaries to any person or group which holds a government position.
• The Prime Minister may at any time unless otherwise codified in law outside this Constitution, propose a budget for any individual or multiple departments to the House of Commons.

Election and Vacancy
The Prime Minister shall be internally elected after securing the confidence of the House of Commons, in a simple majority vote. Once achieved, the Prime Minister establishes a Government in the House of Commons.

In the event that the Prime Minister loses the confidence of the chamber, is inactive for more than 7 days unannounced, or resigns, the Governor General, through the power of the Monarch, will then nominate a new member of the Government to fill such vacancy.

Role of the Deputy Prime Minister
The Deputy Prime Minister is second to the Prime Minister and acts as their sole adviser.

In the event that there is a vacancy in the Presidency. By convention, the Governor General will firstly nominate whomever is the Deputy Prime Minister.

Role of the Cabinet.
The Cabinet is a group of advisers to the Prime Minister known as ministers, who collectively administer and guide government decision making and policy. They make up the Government of Canada, along with the Prime Minister.

1. Responsible for community engagement through events and media.
2. Oversees Government-owned assets, including any cities and towns, plots, apartments, and buildings, as well as the management of the GDP and Government balance.
3. Responsible for changes (not law) in economic systems, transportation systems, and town/city systems.
4. Cabinet can put forward proposals to staff for plugins.

Ministers
Ministers are members of the cabinet who each lead a government department or portfolio. It is the Minister's job to oversee the efficient operations of their department and to create and amend department policy in conjunction with the Government's direction. They appoint and dismiss employees of their respective departments.

Ministers are nominated by the Prime Minister and approved by the House of Commons. By convention, the Prime Minister nominates members of the House of Commons to fill such Minister positions. Ministers may be removed from office should they be removed via a vote of no confidence.

The full title of a Minister is "Minister of Example".

Example: Minister of State Affairs, or State Affairs Secretary, is responsible for the Ministry of State Affairs.

Government Departments
Government Departments and their employees fall under the executive arm of Government. The current departments are:

Ministry of State Affairs (MSA): The Department of State is charged with the Executive oversight and evaluation of departments and the cabinet. In addition, the Department of State is charged with the internal auditing and performance of all Government Departments and is responsible for the delivery of the State of The Government Report. The Ministry of State Affairs is also responsible for the administration, and facilitation of towns, as well as any communication between towns and the executive branch, which must be done through the Department of State. The Department of State shall lead matters of foreign relations with Governments outside the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Redmont.​

Ministry of National Defence (MND): The department is charged with maintaining the peace and good order of the server, through lawfully exercising its power to enforce the laws of the Commonwealth of Redmont. The department oversees the Police Officer employment of Redmont. Additionally, the department is responsible for the administration of an impound and providing security to government officials and events.​

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Ministry of Finance (MF): The department is charged with maintaining the country's economic state, as well as updating country guidelines and laws. The department oversees economist and draftsman employment. Additionally, the department is charged with the administration of government grants and the registration of companies.​

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Ministry of Public Affairs (MPA): The department is charged with organizing and hosting server community events, elections, and surveys. The department oversees Event Coordinator and Tour Guide employment. Additionally, the department is responsible for the administration of the country's social media accounts and the administration of cabinet meetings.​

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Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT): The department is charged with the creation of Government infrastructure and maintenance of build quality throughout the country's urban environments. The department oversees Constructor and Building Inspector employment. Additionally, the department is responsible for the administration of a MIT store and Government Tenders.​

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Ministry of Health (MoH): The Department of Health is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the country's health systems. The department oversees Doctor and Medical Specialist employment.​

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Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR): The department is charged with maintaining the aesthetic of the country, through repairing and revitalizing the natural landscape and assorted urban community spaces. The department oversees Ranger employment and farming practices around the country. Additionally, the department is responsible for the administration of a MNR store, an Animal Shelter, and a Zoo. The maintenance of all government recreation facilities falls under the jurisdiction of the MNR.​

Spoiler: Members of the Executive

Prime Minister: Vacant
Deputy Prime Minister: Vacant

Minister of State Affairs: Vacant
Minister of Finance: Vacant
Minister of Infrastructure and Transport: Vacant
Minister of National Defence: Vacant
Minister of Public Affairs: Vacant
Minister of Health: Vacant
Minister of Natural Resources: Vacant

SECTION IV - RELATIONSHIP TO THE CROWN

The Monarch of the Commonwealth
The Monarch of Commonwealth, is the Head of State, with their power vested into the Governor General. The Monarch will appoint a Governor General who serves at their pleasure, and may be removed at any time. Furthermore, they are also required to appoint a Privy Council, to act as an adviser on royal decisions. The Monarch additionally has the power to override any decision made by the Government.

The Monarch of Canada is also charged with signing legislation passed by the Parliament. Conventionally, the Monarch signs all legislation brought to their desk.

Queen's Privy Council
The Privy Council are the personal consultants to the Monarch on state and constitutional affairs. Conventionally, the tenets of responsible government require the sovereign or her viceroy, to almost always follow only that advice tendered by the Cabinet.

Spoiler: Members of the Crown

Monarch: Queen VelvetKitty
Governor General: Vacant

Privy Councillor: Vacant
Privy Councillor: Vacant
Privy Councillor: Vacant

SECTION V - RIGHTS & FREEDOMS

Rights & Freedoms

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees the rights and freedoms set out in it subject only to such reasonable limits prescribed by law as can be demonstrably justified in a free and democratic society.

I. The right to participate in, and run for elected office, unless as punishment for a crime.​

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II. The right to vote in elections.​

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III. The right to government services in English or French.​

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IV. All accused are entitled to appeal a charge made against them by the state.​

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V. No citizen is to be made to produce self-incriminating evidence in a court of law.​

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VI. Freedom of Political Communication.​

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VII. Criminals, although broke the law, are still citizens of the server and therefore entitled to their rights.​

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VIII. VIII. Unless otherwise codified in law outside this Constitution, all players are to be granted Citizenship upon joining the server for the first time.​

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IX. Any citizen, criminal or otherwise will have the right to a speedy and fair trial presided over by an impartial Judge.​

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X. Freedom of the Press and Media​

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XI. Freedom of Peaceful Assembly.​

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XII. Freedom of Association.​

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XIII. Every citizen is equal before and under the law and has the right to equal protection and equal benefit of the law without unfair discrimination and, in particular, without unfair discrimination based on political belief or social status.​

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XIV. Every citizen has the right to life, liberty, and security of the person and the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice.​

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XV. Every citizen has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure.​

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SECTION VI - CHANGES TO THE CONSTITUTION

Changing the Constitution
Any amendment to the Canadian Constitution, in order to protect the Constitution, must satisfy these requirements.

• A 'Bill: Draft' proposing changes to the constitution is made public.
• A Representative must then start a referendum on forums where citizens, over the course of 5 days, will vote on the proposed amendment.
• A supermajority in both chambers of Parliament.
• An absolute majority (50%+1) needs to be achieved via public referendum, if the amendment is for a System of Government Change or a Rights and Freedoms change

SECTION VII - DEFINING KEY TERMS

Super Majority
A vote of 2/3rds majority.

Complex Change
A complex change includes the following and needs to be discussed with the Owner before being signed into law.

• Changes to the System of Government.
• Plugin-related changes.
• Changes involving significant staff involvement.
• Creation of new towns/cities/urban establishments.

Defining System of Government Changes
Any changes that:

• Affect the distribution of power between different parts and levels of the state.
• Changes to Government Departments.
• Significant changes to the system by which the state is governed in general.

Parliament Caretaker Mode
Only necessary bills are to be proposed to ensure the efficient running of the Government.

Signing of the Constitution
Live footage of Queen VelvetKitty signing the constitution of Canada.

National Anthem

O Canada!
Our home and native land!
True patriot love in all of us command.

With glowing hearts we see thee rise,
The True North strong and free!

From far and wide,
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

God keep our land glorious and free!
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.​

5 - April Fools
(1) But we can still pass this amendment if you want