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The Stark Endangered Species Act
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| Alyn_Stark | Date: Wednesday, 15 Aug 2012, 9:08 AM | Message # 1 |
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| The Stark Endangered Species Act
Purpose-
- The purpose of the Stark Endangered Species Act is to allow the Empire to act with the full point of securing worlds for human use without limiting their actions in human defense while also allowing for the preservation of endangered species.
Article I-
- This act ensures that endangered species, whether dangerous predators or docile herbivores, that have seen a rapid decline in their population; due to natural causes or from hunting; will be classified as an endangered species. At the time of this classification, the species as a whole would be cataloged and relocated by the planetary government of the world on which the species is located to a safe-zone, which will consist of a reasonable amount of land dedicated to the re-population of the species. The amount of land to be allotted will be determined by the planetary government.
Section I-
- Planetary governments will be the first line of order in this process of relocation and re-population, but will be required to report to an Imperial-operated oversight committee on expenditure of funds dedicated to preserving the endangered species upon their worlds.
Section II-
- The Imperial-operated oversight committee spoken of in the above act will consist of a maximum of three personnel and will determine funding to be allocated to planetary governments once a full list of endangered species is compiled by said planetary governments.
Section III-
- This act will make it illegal to hunt any animal listed as endangered, as well as carry the fine of 50,000 credits and/or no less than five years confinement for the crime of poaching an endangered species.
Article II-
- When the scientists of the aforementioned planetary governments believe that a species is making a strong come back, that species will be slowly reintroduced to their native location, at which time the species will be closely monitored until a report showing a satisfactory comeback has occurred. At that time, when the species has reached a preset number, it will be removed from the endangered species list, and placed onto a recovery list.
Section I-
- When the species is added to the recovery list, it will remain on the list until it reaches a large enough number in their population, at which point the species will be taken off of the recovery list and added to the recovered list of species that were once endangered.
Article III-
- Imperial military forces are exempt from the above laws so as to be able to retain the right to eradicate invasive species in order to maintain an ecological balance on any given world, or to protect Humans from predatory species.
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Alyn Stark
Lord of Kinyov
Senior Captain, Retired, Republic Navy
Head of House Malos (former)
Licensed bounty hunter
Majority shareholder, Lorrd Engineering
Owner, Stark Defense Conglomerate
Civilian Medal of Honor recipient
Representative, Lorrd (10 BBY-9 BBY)
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| Senator_Ordan | Date: Thursday, 16 Aug 2012, 1:11 PM | Message # 2 |
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| Gentlebeings, This is a truly insane and fearful act which goes against the very principles on which science is constructed.
There is a theory out there that has been validated by a massive weight of evidence. I'm not sure if you've heard of this theory, but it's named the Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection. This holds that any being that is suited to a given environment will prosper and thrive within it and will thus reproduce successfully and thrive, the beings within a population who are most suited to an environment reproduce and genes which cause suitability for that environment are able to prosper.
Now, if a creature if unsuitable for its environment it dies (preventing reproduction), what is the point in preserving creatures that have demonstrated their inability to adapt and successfully establish themselves. If planets want to waste money on "protecting" species which nature has dictated should become extinct then they are free to do so.
I will not have any part of an act which spends Imperial money on giving protection to species which have manifestly failed to adapt to their circumstances; that's whats wrong with the effete Republic-style politicians such as Alyn Stark in this chamber. Lets have a measure of sanity here people, 99% of all life which has ever existed has become extinct - that is how things work - to attempt to swim up a waterfall is futile. I would like to thank Mr Stark for giving me an opportunity to consider the fact that humans are so uniquely adaptable, versatile and hardworking so as to become the dominant species in the Galaxy today.
Let's all vote against this motion as I do; or where will it end? Protecting viruses and other diseases because they risk becoming extinct? Species evolve, species die, that's life.
Senator Hubert Ordan
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Senator of the Azure Sector
Foreign Minister of Anaxes
Captain-General of the Azure Interest Protection Squadron
Deputy Chairman of the Ethics Committee
Worshipful Master of the Most Loyal and Honourable Company of Blockadeers
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Autocrat of Selgon
Owner of Azure Durasteel
Systems Admiral (Ret)
Order of the Canted Circle
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| Alyn_Stark | Date: Thursday, 16 Aug 2012, 6:36 PM | Message # 3 |
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| We do require an endangered species act, Senator Ordan. Even you cannot deny that. The preservation of species is something that is just as important as maintaining a thriving business. Can you tell me the reason for each species that exists out there? Likely not. Just because a creature is not suitable for its environment does not mean that it was not suitable prior to some form of change or intervention. To that end, it is not hard to ask the Imperial government to spend a small amount of money when considered against other Imperial spending to protect a few species. Furthermore, this act completes part of what Chairman Pestage asked us to do at the Senate opening.
Alyn Stark
Lord of Kinyov
Senior Captain, Retired, Republic Navy
Head of House Malos (former)
Licensed bounty hunter
Majority shareholder, Lorrd Engineering
Owner, Stark Defense Conglomerate
Civilian Medal of Honor recipient
Representative, Lorrd (10 BBY-9 BBY)
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| Senator_Ordan | Date: Thursday, 16 Aug 2012, 6:43 PM | Message # 4 |
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| You are telling me Mr Stark that every species ought to be indefinitely preserved? Do you have any comprehension of exponential factors, the costs involved are colossal, infinite even.
Senator Hubert Ordan
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Senator of the Azure Sector
Foreign Minister of Anaxes
Captain-General of the Azure Interest Protection Squadron
Deputy Chairman of the Ethics Committee
Worshipful Master of the Most Loyal and Honourable Company of Blockadeers
Archtreasurer of the Vault of Pols Anaxes
Autocrat of Selgon
Owner of Azure Durasteel
Systems Admiral (Ret)
Order of the Canted Circle
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| Alyn_Stark | Date: Thursday, 16 Aug 2012, 6:47 PM | Message # 5 |
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| I doubt every species in the galaxy will be preserved. I certainly don't suggest germs and bacteria be. I believe it is in the hands of planetary governments to determine which species are considered endangered on a planet and whether or not they wish them preserved.
Alyn Stark
Lord of Kinyov
Senior Captain, Retired, Republic Navy
Head of House Malos (former)
Licensed bounty hunter
Majority shareholder, Lorrd Engineering
Owner, Stark Defense Conglomerate
Civilian Medal of Honor recipient
Representative, Lorrd (10 BBY-9 BBY)
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| Senator_Cambrist | Date: Thursday, 16 Aug 2012, 8:53 PM | Message # 6 |
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| This bill is an improvement on the present law, with well-balanced roles for both the Empire and its planets. And while I have some initial thoughts on it, I must consult with my constituents before I decide to voice them.
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| Johannes_Oswaldt | Date: Saturday, 18 Aug 2012, 5:45 PM | Message # 7 |
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| On Eriadu, we have a species called septoids. We've tried to kill the damn things, but it can't be done. Pollution won't kill them either, or global warming. Plenty of species on Eriadu have gone extinct, but not the septoids. We even have an expression, "tough as a septoid." Point is, septoids are well-adapted and adaptable. They know how to survive. If a species isn't able to survive on Eriadu, it doesn't survive. That's how it is in nature, too. Can't adapt? Tough (but not as tough as a septoid). Hubert is right... Why should we step in and save species that can't save themselves?
Johannes Oswaldt
Senator and Governor of Eriadu
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| Sate_Pestage | Date: Saturday, 25 Aug 2012, 12:15 PM | Message # 8 |
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| Presently, the vote is tied. Are there additional votes on this measure?
Sate Pestage
Grand Vizier of the Empire
Assistant to Emperor Palpatine
Chair of the Imperial Senate
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| Senator_Cambrist | Date: Saturday, 25 Aug 2012, 1:17 PM | Message # 9 |
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| As I said, the bill is an improvement on the current law. While I admire it in that respect, there is little appetite on Brentaal for endangered species laws and, as such, I do not vote in support of this bill.
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| LomenRyuun | Date: Saturday, 25 Aug 2012, 1:59 PM | Message # 10 |
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| While I see the point Governor Oswaldt makes is valid, I feel the people of the galaxy may one day enjoy getting to see such species as might be made extinct with their own eyes rather than through historical holo-books. I vote in favor.
Lomen Ryuun
Senator, Doldur Sector
Senator, Druckenwell
Representative, Monor II (10 BBY - 9 BBY)
Representative, Geridard
Representative, Boranall
Representative, Therenor Prime
Vice-chairman, Defense Committee (Temporarily suspended)
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| Ilanah_Thanatos | Date: Monday, 27 Aug 2012, 3:55 PM | Message # 11 |
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| Chandrilans hold nature in very high regard, as you might already be aware. While Senators Ordan and Oswaldt make valid points, I feel otherwise, and Chandrila votes in favor. Sometimes the extinction of a species is not because of nature, as you have put it Senators, but because of loss of habitat and food sources due to expansion of cities and other dwellings.
Ilanah R. Thanatos
Senator of Chandrila
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| Slai-Fon | Date: Monday, 27 Aug 2012, 4:12 PM | Message # 12 |
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| Perhaps we can come to some sort of business deal at your wedding, Representative Stark? I know It's a terrible time to talk business, on the day of your business but I feel a person to person deal will establish a better connection between us two as Imperial Legislative officials, and a possible friendship
Also, as I am a person that believes in equal rights, for people and animals alike, As is the vast majority of my planet/sector. With the exeption of a few people that hunt illegally.
I vote in Favor.
Slai-Fon Youngblood, Senator of Anobis, and the Bright Jewel sector
Chairman of ISEC (Imperial Senate Ethic's Committee.)
Chairman & CEO of K/Y deep.
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| Alyn_Stark | Date: Tuesday, 28 Aug 2012, 4:49 AM | Message # 13 |
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| I am sure, Senator Youngblood, that my fiancee will not be unwilling to spare me for a few moments of your time, especially for such a just cause. I am glad to see your support, as well as that of senators Thanatos and Ryuun backing this measure.
Alyn Stark
Lord of Kinyov
Senior Captain, Retired, Republic Navy
Head of House Malos (former)
Licensed bounty hunter
Majority shareholder, Lorrd Engineering
Owner, Stark Defense Conglomerate
Civilian Medal of Honor recipient
Representative, Lorrd (10 BBY-9 BBY)
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| Sate_Pestage | Date: Saturday, 01 Sep 2012, 6:47 PM | Message # 14 |
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| The measure passes with 80% in favor and 20% opposed. For the record, the Emperor's agenda called for an Imperial exemption to endangered species laws, however the chair has no opposition in principle to an absence of endangered species laws altogether. But the chair is satisfied with this outcome, as the Senate has clearly expressed its desire for such laws and this one does include the required exemption. Good work, Representative Stark.
Sate Pestage
Grand Vizier of the Empire
Assistant to Emperor Palpatine
Chair of the Imperial Senate
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