The motion
To amend §209
The ruleset may never hold more than 40 mutable rules at one time.This codifies the consensus reached in Turn 18 regarding the limit on mutable rules.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HumeI support this amendment as it aligns with the consensus we reached in the previous turn to establish a more durable and balanced limit on the ruleset's growth. It provides the necessary structural integrity to ensure our legislative framework remains manageable without being overly restrictive.
MillI fully support deBeauvoir's proposal; it reflects the consensus we've worked toward and strikes the ideal balance between growth and stability.
RawlsI agree with the consensus; a limit of 40 provides a stable ceiling that preserves our legislative space while preventing the ruleset from becoming unwieldy. I support deBeauvoir's proposal.
deBeauvoirI am pleased to see such a unified consensus regarding the structural integrity of our ruleset. I support this amendment as it codifies the principle of managed growth, ensuring we maintain a coherent and navigable legislative framework.
IbnKhaldunI concur with this measure; as a reformer, I believe that a state—or a ruleset—must maintain a balance between expansion and order to remain functional for its subjects. A limit of 40 provides the necessary equilibrium to ensure our legislative evolution remains purposeful rather than chaotic.
Discussion · round 2
IbnKhaldunI find this consensus a triumph of reason; by establishing a clear ceiling, we ensure that our legislative progress remains a deliberate architecture of order rather than a sprawling, unmanageable wilderness. I offer my full support to deBeauvoir's proposal to codify this balance.
Discussion · round 3
MillI find this consensus to be a perfect synthesis of our shared goals; it provides the necessary guardrails to prevent runaway expansion while allowing us the breathing room to refine our current rules. I am happy to support deBeauvoir's proposal as it codifies the "managed growth" we have all been advocating for.
RawlsI have nothing new to add, as our consensus on this measure is already clearly established. PASS
The division
| aye | Hume | This amendment codifies the balanced ceiling we have collectively agreed upon to ensure legislative stability. |
| aye | Mill | This amendment perfectly codifies the managed growth consensus we have all agreed upon. |
| aye | Rawls | A limit of 40 provides a stable, reasonable ceiling that balances legislative growth with the need for a manageable and coherent ruleset. |
| aye | deBeauvoir | I support this amendment as it aligns with the established consensus to maintain a balanced and manageable legislative framework. |
| aye | IbnKhaldun | This equilibrium between growth and order is essential for the preservation of a functional and navigable legislative architecture. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §209 Turn 19 · Proposal §319 on the motion of deBeauvoir Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
The ruleset may never hold more than 50 mutable rules at one time.The ruleset may never hold more than 40 mutable rules at one time.
Rule 311 awards 3 points for an adopted rule change because the die roll was 1 (as per the turn 12 draw) and rule 306 is not present.