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| ====== The House of Representatives ====== | ====== The House of Representatives ====== |
| The House of Representatives (HOR) was established by GodTischler during his tenure as MGEN under PlatinumGideon. With the approval and support of PlatinumGideon, the concept of the House became a functioning reality. The initial iteration of the House was minimal in scope, governed by only a few fundamental rules. These included the Senate retaining veto power over House decisions, the Speaker of the House (SOTH) holding authority to determine who may propose legislation, and the SOTH also being responsible for shaping the first version of the House. | The House of Representatives (HOR) was established by [[people:BellaviaCyn|BellaviaCyn]] during his tenure as MGEN under [[people:PlatinumGideon|PlatinumGideon]]. With the approval and support of PlatinumGideon, the concept of the House became a functioning reality. The initial iteration of the House was minimal in scope, governed by only a few fundamental rules. These included the Senate retaining veto power over House decisions, the Speaker of the House (SOTH) holding authority to determine who may propose legislation, and the SOTH also being responsible for shaping the first version of the House. |
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| The first official Speaker elections were won by StopSxmpin, who assumed the role of Speaker. During his leadership, the House of Representatives had limited influence and legislative activity. An attempt was made to establish a formal Constitution for the House, but this proposal was ultimately denied by HQ. StopSxmpin’s tenure as Speaker was short-lived; he was impeached by the House on grounds of restricting freedom of speech and failing to provide active leadership. | The first official Speaker elections were won by StopSxmpin, who assumed the role of Speaker. During his leadership, the House of Representatives had limited influence and legislative activity. An attempt was made to establish a formal Constitution for the House, but this proposal was ultimately denied by HQ. StopSxmpin’s tenure as Speaker was short-lived; he was impeached by the House on grounds of restricting freedom of speech and failing to provide active leadership. |
| **Creation of the Presidium** | **Creation of the Presidium** |
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| Following his election, Zama spearheaded a wave of reforms in collaboration with the House. One of the first and most impactful changes was the extension of bill creation rights to all Representatives, paired with the guarantee of freedom of speech within the chamber. Under Zama's initiative and with the support of the House, the HiCOM Academy (HA) was also founded, aimed at educating and preparing members for higher leadership roles. His term was marked by significant structural improvements and revitalization of House activity. | Following his election, Zama spearheaded a wave of reforms in collaboration with the House. One of the first and most impactful changes was the extension of bill creation rights to all Representatives, paired with the guarantee of freedom of speech within the chamber. Under Zama's initiative and with the support of the House, [[Institutions:Hicom Academy|The Hicom Academy (HA)]] was also founded, aimed at educating and preparing members for higher leadership roles. His term was marked by significant structural improvements and revitalization of House activity. |
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| After approximately a month of leadership, Zama conducted the mandatory Representative re-elections. The elections proceeded without any major conflicts or disruptions. Several existing Representatives were re-elected, including OurCommandant and SouthernVoice, while newcomers such as Cardshark also joined the legislative ranks. In the following term, the House passed a bill establishing the Presidium, a governing body within the House composed of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and two Secretaries. | After approximately a month of leadership, Zama conducted the mandatory Representative re-elections. The elections proceeded without any major conflicts or disruptions. Several existing Representatives were re-elected, including [[people:OurCommandant|OurCommandant]] and SouthernVoice, while newcomers such as Cardshark also joined the legislative ranks. In the following term, the House passed a bill establishing the Presidium, a governing body within the House composed of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and two Secretaries. |
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| The Secretaries were tasked with administrative responsibilities, while the Deputy Speaker operated as the executive officer of the House. The Speaker maintained the role of commanding officer and also acted as the primary liaison between the House and HQ. Though often unrecognized, the Speaker’s role extended beyond presiding over meetings — it involved defending House legislation, pushing back against Senate vetoes, and safeguarding community interests. This often led to political clashes, and strategic alliances had to be formed. Zama, alongside Jatsby, led the effort to protect the House and its legitimacy in the face of these challenges. | The Secretaries were tasked with administrative responsibilities, while the Deputy Speaker operated as the executive officer of the House. The Speaker maintained the role of commanding officer and also acted as the primary liaison between the House and HQ. Though often unrecognized, the Speaker’s role extended beyond presiding over meetings — it involved defending House legislation, pushing back against Senate vetoes, and safeguarding community interests. This often led to political clashes, and strategic alliances had to be formed. Zama, alongside [[people:Jatsby|Jatsby]], led the effort to protect the House and its legitimacy in the face of these challenges. |
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| **First Presidium Members & Issues** | **First Presidium Members & Issues** |
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| The first elected Deputy Speaker following the formalization of the role was Emikkr, known for his enthusiasm, activity, and welcoming nature. He became a central figure in encouraging engagement within the House. The first elected Secretary, was Notorious. | The first elected Deputy Speaker following the formalization of the role was [[people:EmikkrKosmos|EmikkrKosmos]], known for his enthusiasm, activity, and welcoming nature. He became a central figure in encouraging engagement within the House. The first elected Secretary, was Notorious. |
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| **House Issues** | **House Issues** |
| Following the conclusion of Hvallet’s term, the Senate took unprecedented action by directly appointing a new Speaker, bypassing the standard electoral process. DeathKalinius, who had never served in the House prior, was placed in the role. In an aggressive move to reboot House activity, he dismissed all current Representatives in an attempt to rebuild the chamber from scratch. | Following the conclusion of Hvallet’s term, the Senate took unprecedented action by directly appointing a new Speaker, bypassing the standard electoral process. DeathKalinius, who had never served in the House prior, was placed in the role. In an aggressive move to reboot House activity, he dismissed all current Representatives in an attempt to rebuild the chamber from scratch. |
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| This controversial decision came at a time of major structural reform within HQ itself. GodTischler was succeeded by Relevantbellavia, who initiated a referendum among the Continental Army (CA) to determine the future of the House. With the House weakened, disorganized, and stripped of its Representatives, DeathKalinius found himself unable to defend the institution. The referendum sealed its fate, and the House of Representatives was formally dissolved — bringing an end to one of the most ambitious democratic experiments the system had seen. | This controversial decision came at a time of major structural reform within HQ itself. [[people:BellaviaCyn|BellaviaCyn]] was succeeded by [[people:RelevantTyrant|RelevantTyrant]], who initiated a referendum among the Continental Army (CA) to determine the future of the House. With the House weakened, disorganized, and stripped of its Representatives, DeathKalinius found himself unable to defend the institution. The referendum sealed its fate, and the House of Representatives was formally dissolved — bringing an end to one of the most ambitious democratic experiments the system had seen. |
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| **Need for Revival** | **Need for Revival** |
