irule777 Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 (edited) The Alliance of LoSS is, as always, still here on planet bob. We have recently passed a new charter and elected a new government under this charter, as well, we've passed 165 members, a random, yet not bad number, and over 3,150,000 NS and growing rapidly. Our New Charter, we tried out a couple of interesting ideas in it, so we'll see how they go. PreambleWe, the League of Small Superpowers, in an effort to safeguard our community, and to maintain our values and principles as a united people, hereby enact this charter to defend our culture and those whom call LOSS home. Furthermore, we hereby affirm to remain honorable to our allies in times of war and peace, and to never forfeit our principles and commitmentsArticle I - AdmissionAny nation that is not already a member of another sovereign alliance can apply to become a member of LOSS. All admissions and admission requirements are handled by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Recruitment. To become a member of the League of Small Superpowers, one must not be currently at war with another nation. One must also take a pledge to LoSS confirmed by signing the no war clause along with a background check to be done by the LOSS government.Article II - GovernmentSection I - Prime MinisterThe Prime Minister shall be the leader and executive figure of the alliance. The Prime Minister shall have the power to propose laws governing the Alliance. Laws proposed by the Prime Minister may be overturned by the Council of Ministers with a 4/5 veto majority. All Laws proposed by the Prime Minister will contain a seven day cool down period, to allow the Council of Ministers proper time to execute their veto power. A law may take instant effect if the Council of Ministers agrees to approve it with a 3/5 vote. The Prime Minister has a say in all alliance affairs including treaties, wars, laws and membership actions. Prime Minister disapproval of any issue may be overturned by the Council of Ministers with a 4/5 veto majority. The Prime Minister shall oversee and guide the Council of Ministers for the betterment of the Alliance. The Prime Minister shall be elected to three month terms by the General Assembly. Candidates for Prime Minister must have held alliance membership for three months prior to the election and have previously served as a Minister in the LoSS government.Section II - Council of MinistersThe Counsil of Ministers shall be the leaders of their respective departments and shall run the day to day affairs of the alliance within their jurisdiction. Ministers shall have the power to create procedures and rules within their respective departments sign and void treaties via Council vote, along with Prime Minister approval; remove or reprimand alliance members via Council vote, along with Prime Minister approval. War may be declared via Council vote, along with Prime Minister approval. As a ruling body, the Council of Ministers will function as a check and balance of the Prime Minister, with a 4/5 veto majority necessary to overcome Prime Minister disapproval of any law, action, or treaty. Ministers shall be elected to three month terms by the General Assembly. Candidates for a Minister position must have held alliance membership for three months prior to the election and have previously held lower office in the LoSS government for a term of no less than three months The lower office requirement may be waived by a 3/5 majority vote of the Council along with Prime Minister approval.Minister of Foreign Affairs:The Minister of Foreign Affairs is in charge of the foreign affairs of the alliance. When signing or voiding a treaty, the Council of Ministers bind the action with a 3/5 vote majority, along with Prime Minister approval. The Minister is responsible for the embassies on the forums as well as recruiting and assigning diplomats to other alliances. The Minister of Foreign Affairs will also be in charge of the treaty vault and the Wiki treaty list ensuring that the information is accurate and up to date . They The Minister of Foreign Affairs will be the primary contact regarding all diplomatic matters.Minister of Defense:The Minister of Defense is in charge of the LSAF and the Shadows. The Minister of Defense will be responsible for maintaining a functional military through the recruitment, and training of military officers and soldiers. The Minister of Defense is also responsible for the building and nurturing of comradeship and organizational pride within the military. The Minister of Defense also has the authority to declare any member of LOSS in bad standing a rogue, or any nation unlawfully identifying as a LOSS member a ghost.Minister of the Internal Affairs:The Minister of Internal Affairs is in charge of the Internal Affairs of the alliance. The Minister of Internal Affairs is responsible for maintaining the state of the alliance. The Minister of Internal Affairs will be in charge of forum upkeep as well as contacting and keeping members informed about important alliance matters. The Minister of Internal Affairs will also be in charge of keeping an up to date list of the membership, scanning the AA for ghosts and reporting them to the Minister of Defense. All awards and accomplishments will be developed, monitored, and celebrated by this minister. This minister will be in charge of masking new alliance members along with the Minister of Recruitment.Minister of Finance:The Minister of Finance is in charge of the Alliance Finances. The Minister of Finance is responsible for Alliance tech deal programs as well as alliance sponsored aid, and growth programs. The Minister of Finance shall work with the Minister of Foreign Affairs on all inter-Alliance tech deal and aid programs. The Minister of Finance will work in conjunction with the Minister of Internal Affairs.Minister of Recruitment and RetainmentThe Minister of Recruitment and Retainment is responsible for recruiting and retaining new LOSS members. The Minister of Recruitment and Retainment may appoint recruitment and retainment officers. The Minister of Recruitment and Retainment will also be in charge of masking new alliance members (along with the Minister of Internal Affairs). The Minister of Recruitment and Retainment will also contact all new members informing them of the success of their application.ElectionsElections for the Council of Ministers and the Prime Minister shall take place over a five day period with three days for nominations and campaigning and two days for voting at the end of the month prior to the start of the term. The Council of Ministers shall be elected in a rolling election cycle, with the following schedule:The Minister of Finance shall be elected in January, April, July, and October.The Minister of Foreign Affairs shall be elected in February, May, August, November.The Minister of Defense shall be elected in March, June, September, December.The Minister of Recruitment and Retainment shall be elected in January, April, July, and October.The Minister of Internal Affairs shall be elected in February, May, August, November.The Prime Minister shall be elected in January, April, July, and October.Article III - RightsSection I - General AssemblyEveryone that has received full membership has the right of a seat in the General Assembly, which votes on charter amendments and government elections.Section II - Impeachment & ExpulsionAny member of the General Assembly can propose a motion to impeach an official, or to expel any member from the alliance. The government will discuss and vote within 7 days of the proposal.Section III - AmendmentsAmendments may be made to this charter by a vote of the Council of Ministers with a 4/5 vote, along with Prime Minister approval as well as a 66% majority approval of the General Assembly voters.Article IV - ResignationAny member in good standing may resign from the League of Small Superpowers except in a state of emergency, such as an alliance war. Any member leaving in debt to LoSS will be expected to pay back the money owed to LoSS in a timely manner.In the case of a member of the Council of Ministers Resigning, being Impeached, or Expelled, an emergency election may be called by the Prime Minister or the seat may be filled until the end of the term by an appointee of the Council of Ministers with a 3/5 vote, along with Prime Minister approval. If the Prime Minister resigns, is impeached, or expelled, an emergency election shall be called by the Council of Ministers, with the Council internally voting a Minister as the Prime Minister Pro-Tempore until the seat is filled again. Signed by our new Government, Prime Minister: Irule777 Minister of Foreign Affairs: Gladys Minister of Internal Affairs: Chedab Minister of Finance: Madmike Minister of Defense: Madcat Minister of Recruitment: Junior And of course, we still have the godly Phoebus admining our forums :3 o/ LoSS Edited July 12, 2013 by irule777 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chedab Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 woop o/ us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeology Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 looking good LoSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster83 Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 o/ Kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mad mike Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 hey we are all here to please. plenty of other good stuff on our forums too if anyone ever ventures over there you may find something you like lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogaden Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Congrats irule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salsabeast1 Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Looking sexy LoSS :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawkeyeNation Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 I'm too lazy to read it but, if Salsa likes it then it must be bad I'm sure it's solid just like you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scorponok Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Congrats Irule, though it is a shame not to see Legion-x in government. Good luck with these changes LoSS, I hope it serves you well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irule777 Posted July 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Congrats Irule, though it is a shame not to see Legion-x in government. Good luck with these changes LoSS, I hope it serves you well. Legion still has gov access, he's an adviser to the government right now, so we kept him around for sure :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opaque Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Could we learn to spoiler tag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shimmer Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Congrats to my old friends though I must question why IA cannot do recruitment on its own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irule777 Posted July 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Could we learn to spoiler tag? That sounds like a good idea looking back at it :3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoADarthCyfe6 Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Congratulations to your new Charter and Government, LoSS! GATO loves you much! :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperium of Cadia Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 (edited) Congrats to my former home, good luck LoSS! :wub: Edited July 13, 2013 by Imperium of Cadia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rainblesser Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Irule sucks <3 Congrats on the new charter, guys :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandrivia_2 Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 A clear, and concise constitution, this looks very good guys. It's great to see LoSS still alive and doing well. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmansfield68 Posted July 14, 2013 Report Share Posted July 14, 2013 Needs more Madcat, but still uber-sexy as always, LoSS! :awesome: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tehmina Posted July 14, 2013 Report Share Posted July 14, 2013 i thought you left the game for good irule777. Congrats anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farnsworth Posted July 14, 2013 Report Share Posted July 14, 2013 o/ LoSS Looking forward to working with this new lineup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperium of Cadia Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Congrats to my old friends though I must question why IA cannot do recruitment on its own. Because Chedab's too lazy to recruit OPSEC reasons :P Speaking of Chedab, get his lazy arse on our forums. :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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