The legislation represents a significant evolution in the Federal Humanist Party government's strategic resource management policy, originally announced in Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez's 1745AN Throne Speech as part of the administration's emphasis on scientific leadership, national security, and economic sovereignty through enhanced export controls. After initial introduction in 1745AN, the bill was reintroduced in 1747AN following the convening of the new legislative session.
However, the growing demand for Alexandrium, combined with escalating security concerns arising from the Alexandrium Wars in Eura and attempts by the Confederacy of the Dispossessed to gain control of Alexandrium deposits, has highlighted significant gaps in the existing export control framework. The current system, while comprehensive in domestic regulation, lacks the specialized focus and streamlined decision-making processes necessary for effective export control in an increasingly complex international environment.
The government's analysis revealed that housing export control functions within ARDA, which already manages extensive domestic regulatory responsibilities, has created operational inefficiencies and potential conflicts of interest between promoting domestic industrial development and restricting international access. The Department of Research and Development's expertise in managing complex technology transfer agreements, international scientific cooperation, and dual-use technology assessments positions it optimally to oversee export controls while maintaining appropriate coordination with defense, environmental, and resource management agencies.
The Department of Energy and Environment's critical role in environmental oversight of Alexandrium extraction and processing activities, combined with the Department of Interior's management of federal lands where extraction occurs, requires enhanced coordination mechanisms to ensure comprehensive regulatory coverage without duplication or gaps.
Premier Jimenez's announcement of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission during his Throne Speech in 1745AN emphasized the need to "ensure that domestic needs are met before authorizing controlled exports or resales of Alexandrium to trusted partners," reflecting the government's commitment to leveraging scientific and technological capabilities for strategic advantage while maintaining environmental protection and resource conservation priorities.
The legislation enshrines an enhanced domestic priority principle, requiring that all Alexandrium production first meet identified national needs across civilian research, military applications, strategic reserves, and environmental protection before any quantities can be approved for export. The domestic allocation framework builds upon the existing ARDA structure while establishing clear export control procedures.
The Act creates a sophisticated export licensing system requiring pre-approval for all Alexandrium exports, with eligibility limited to designated "trusted partners" based on scientific cooperation agreements, security assessments, environmental standards, and alignment with Federation interests. The Commission would maintain authority to designate and revoke such status through a transparent but security-conscious process.
Significant amendments to the existing Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729 clarify the division of responsibilities between ARDA and the new Commission, enhance inter-agency coordination mechanisms, and strengthen oversight procedures while maintaining the fundamental structure of domestic regulation established by the earlier Act.
Legislative History
Legislative History of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747
Reintroduced by Deputy Fred Strong in new legislative session
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Bill as submitted to the "Hopper" of the Federal Assembly, 1747 AN
ALEXANDRIUM PURCHASING COMMISSION ACT, 1747
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Establish the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission under the Department of Research and Development for the control and regulation of Alexandrium exports, to ensure domestic priority in strategic resource allocation, to amend the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729, and to enhance coordination among relevant departments; among other purposes.
BE IT ENACTED by the King's Most Excellent Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Cortes Federales, in this present session assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:-
PART I GENERAL PROVISIONS.
Article 1: Citation.
This Act may be cited as the "Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747".
Article 2: Definitions.
For the purposes of this Act:
"Alexandrium" means the strategic element discovered in areas affected by nuclear contamination, possessing unique properties suitable for advanced technological, medical, and defense applications, as defined in the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729;
"Domestic needs" means the Federation's requirements for Alexandrium in scientific research, defense applications, infrastructure, medical research, strategic reserves, environmental protection, and other critical national purposes as determined by the Commission in coordination with ARDA;
"Trusted partner" means a foreign government, international organization, or commercial entity designated by the Commission as eligible to receive controlled Alexandrium exports;
"Export license" means the authorization required under this Act for any transfer of Alexandrium outside the Federation's borders;
"Strategic reserve" means Alexandrium stockpiles maintained for national emergency and research continuity purposes under the Strategic Alexandrium Reserve;
"Extraction site" means any location within the Federation where Alexandrium is mined, processed, or refined;
"Research application" means any use of Alexandrium for scientific investigation, technological development, or academic study;
"Environmental compliance" means adherence to environmental protection standards established by the Department of Energy and Environment for Alexandrium-related activities.
Article 3: Purpose and Policy.
The purpose of this Act is to establish a comprehensive export control framework ensuring that Alexandrium resources serve the Federation's scientific advancement, technological development, and national security requirements while maintaining environmental protection standards.
It is the policy of the Federation that domestic needs for Alexandrium shall take absolute priority over export considerations, building upon the framework established by the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729.
The Commission shall operate to maximize the scientific and strategic value of Alexandrium through controlled international cooperation while maintaining appropriate security controls and environmental protections.
This Act recognizes Alexandrium as primarily a scientific and technological resource requiring specialized expertise in export control and international technology transfer.
Export controls shall be implemented in a manner that promotes beneficial international scientific cooperation while preventing access by hostile actors or entities that might misuse Alexandrium for harmful purposes.
PART II ESTABLISHMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF THE COMMISSION.
Article 4: Establishment of the Commission.
There is hereby established within the Department of Research and Development an independent statutory body to be known as the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission.
The Commission shall be a body corporate with perpetual succession and shall have the power to sue and be sued.
The Commission shall maintain operational independence in its export control decisions while coordinating with ARDA on domestic allocation matters and with other relevant departments on matters of mutual concern.
The Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the King on the advice of the Council of State.
Members shall serve terms of five years and may be reappointed for subsequent terms.
The Chairman shall be designated by the King from among the members and shall serve as the chief executive officer of the Commission.
Commission members shall possess expertise in international trade, technology transfer, scientific research, materials science, security affairs, environmental protection, or related fields.
At least two members shall have significant experience in international scientific cooperation and technology transfer;
At least one member shall have experience in defense technology applications and dual-use technology assessment;
At least one member shall have expertise in environmental protection and sustainable resource management;
At least one member shall have experience in Alexandrium research or related materials science;
At least one member shall have experience in international trade law and export controls;
At least one member shall have experience in national security policy or intelligence analysis.
No more than four members may be affiliated with the same political party.
Article 6: Powers and Functions of the Commission.
The Commission shall have the power to:
Review and approve or deny all applications for Alexandrium export licenses;
Designate foreign entities as trusted partners eligible for Alexandrium exports;
Monitor compliance with export licenses and international agreements;
Coordinate with ARDA on matters affecting both domestic allocation and export availability;
Coordinate with the Department of Defense on security assessments and dual-use technology concerns;
Coordinate with the Department of Interior on extraction site security and federal land management issues;
Establish regulations for export licensing procedures and trusted partner designation criteria;
Conduct investigations and audits of export-related activities;
Foster beneficial international scientific cooperation in Alexandrium research while maintaining security controls;
Maintain comprehensive records of all Alexandrium exports and international transfers;
Develop and implement emergency procedures for suspension or restriction of exports during national security emergencies.
PART III ENHANCED DOMESTIC PRIORITY FRAMEWORK.
Article 7: Enhanced Domestic Priority Principle.
Building upon the domestic allocation framework established by the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729, all Alexandrium production within the Federation shall first be allocated to meet identified domestic needs before any consideration of export authorization.
The Commission shall coordinate with ARDA to maintain a comprehensive assessment of domestic Alexandrium requirements, updated annually or as circumstances require.
No export license shall be granted if such export would compromise the Federation's ability to meet its domestic needs, strategic reserve requirements, or environmental protection obligations.
The Commission shall give particular consideration to the needs of the national research and development enterprise, strategic reserve maintenance, and environmental remediation activities in making export availability determinations.
Export availability assessments shall be conducted in consultation with ARDA to ensure consistency with domestic allocation priorities.
Article 8: Coordination with ARDA on Allocation Priorities.
Domestic Alexandrium allocation priorities, as managed by ARDA, shall take precedence over all export considerations.
The Commission shall receive regular reports from ARDA on domestic allocation decisions and projected future needs to inform export availability assessments.
Any conflicts between domestic allocation and export licensing decisions shall be resolved in favor of domestic priorities.
Article 9: Strategic Reserve Coordination.
The Commission shall coordinate with the Department of Interior and ARDA to ensure that export authorizations do not compromise Strategic Alexandrium Reserve requirements as established under the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729.
Strategic reserve considerations shall take precedence over export licensing in all circumstances.
The Commission may request information from the Department of Interior regarding strategic reserve levels as necessary for export decision-making, subject to appropriate security protocols.
The Commission shall coordinate with the Department of Energy and Environment to ensure that all export-related activities comply with environmental protection standards established for Alexandrium operations.
No export license shall be granted for Alexandrium whose extraction or processing violates environmental protection standards established by the Department of Energy and Environment.
The Commission shall consider environmental sustainability as a factor in trusted partner designation and export licensing decisions.
Export licenses may include conditions requiring environmental compliance reporting and monitoring.
PART IV EXPORT CONTROLS AND LICENSING FRAMEWORK.
Article 11: Export License Requirement.
No person shall export, re-export, or transfer Alexandrium from the Federation without a valid export license issued by the Commission.
Export licenses may be granted only to trusted partners and only after domestic needs have been satisfied as determined through coordination with ARDA.
Each export license shall specify the quantity, destination, end-use, security requirements, and environmental compliance obligations for the authorized transfer.
The Commission shall maintain a publicly available guide to licensing procedures while protecting sensitive security and commercial information.
Export licenses shall be valid for periods not exceeding one year and may be renewed subject to continued compliance and availability assessments.
Article 12: Trusted Partner Designation.
The Commission may designate foreign governments, international organizations, or commercial entities as trusted partners eligible for Alexandrium exports.
Trusted partner status shall be based on comprehensive evaluation including:
Commitment to peaceful and scientific uses of Alexandrium;
Adequate security and non-proliferation measures;
Active participation in beneficial international scientific cooperation;
Alignment with Federation research and strategic interests;
Compliance with international agreements and environmental standards;
Historical cooperation in scientific and security matters;
Environmental protection and safety standards equivalent to Federation requirements;
Transparent governance and rule of law protections;
Commitment to preventing re-export to unauthorized parties.
The Commission shall maintain different categories of trusted partner status reflecting varying levels of cooperation and risk assessment.
The Commission may revoke trusted partner status at any time based on changed circumstances, security concerns, or non-compliance with agreements.
Trusted partner designations shall be reviewed annually and may be subject to periodic re-evaluation.
Article 13: Export License Conditions and Monitoring.
All export licenses shall include mandatory conditions requiring:
End-use verification and regular reporting;
Prohibition on re-export without Commission approval;
Compliance with Federation safety, security, and environmental standards;
Periodic inspections and audits as deemed necessary;
Immediate notification of any security incidents, environmental concerns, or changes in end-use;
Sharing of relevant research results when applicable to approved scientific cooperation agreements;
Maintenance of detailed records of Alexandrium handling and utilization;
Compliance with all applicable international agreements and standards.
The Commission may impose additional conditions based on the specific circumstances of each export authorization, including:
Requirements for collaborative research agreements and data sharing;
Enhanced security measures for high-risk destinations or applications;
Environmental monitoring and reporting obligations;
Restrictions on further processing or modification of exported Alexandrium;
Limitations on the duration of authorized use or storage.
Export license violations shall result in immediate suspension of authorization and may lead to permanent revocation of trusted partner status.
PART V COORDINATION AND INTER-AGENCY COOPERATION.
Article 14: Inter-agency Coordination Framework.
The Commission shall establish formal coordination mechanisms with relevant departments and agencies:
With ARDA on domestic allocation priorities, availability assessments, and regulatory consistency;
With the Department of Defense on security assessments, dual-use technology concerns, and national security implications;
With the Department of Interior on extraction site security, federal land management, and strategic reserve coordination;
With the Department of State on diplomatic considerations and international agreement implementation;
With other departments as necessary for effective policy implementation.
An enhanced Inter-agency Alexandrium Coordination Committee shall be established with representatives from the Commission, ARDA, and all relevant departments to ensure comprehensive policy coordination.
The Commission shall participate in relevant international discussions and agreements concerning strategic materials control and scientific cooperation.
Coordination mechanisms shall include regular information sharing, joint policy development, and coordinated enforcement actions as appropriate.
Article 15: Security and Defense Coordination.
The Commission shall coordinate closely with the Department of Defense on all security-related aspects of export control policy.
Security assessments for trusted partner designation and export licensing shall be conducted in consultation with appropriate defense and intelligence agencies.
The Commission shall implement security protocols for export-related activities in coordination with the Department of Defense and ARDA.
Export controls involving defense-related or dual-use technologies shall be subject to enhanced security review and monitoring.
The Commission may suspend or restrict exports during national security emergencies in coordination with the Department of Defense and the Council of State.
The Commission shall coordinate with the Department of Energy and Environment to ensure that all export-related activities meet or exceed environmental protection standards established for domestic Alexandrium operations.
Environmental compliance assessments shall be integrated into export licensing decisions and trusted partner evaluations.
The Commission shall consider the environmental practices and standards of potential trusted partners as a factor in designation decisions.
Export licenses may include requirements for environmental monitoring, reporting, and remediation as determined in consultation with the Department of Energy and Environment.
The Commission shall support international cooperation on environmentally sustainable Alexandrium technologies and practices.
PART VI AMENDMENTS TO EXISTING LEGISLATION.
Article 17: Amendments to the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729.
Amendment to Article 4, subsection 6: After "Strategic Reserve Management," the following is added: "Export Coordination; International Cooperation Liaison."
Amendment to Article 4, subsection 9: The following new subsection is added: "ARDA shall coordinate with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission established under the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747 on all matters affecting export availability, international cooperation agreements, and the interface between domestic allocation and export licensing decisions."
Amendment to Article 4, subsection 10: The following text is added at the end: "ARDA's enforcement powers shall not extend to export licensing violations, which shall be the exclusive jurisdiction of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission, except where such violations also constitute domestic regulatory violations."
New Article 4A inserted after Article 4: "COORDINATION WITH ALEXANDRIUM PURCHASING COMMISSION. ARDA shall establish formal coordination mechanisms with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission including: (a) monthly briefings on domestic allocation decisions and projected future needs; (b) joint assessment of total Alexandrium availability for both domestic and export purposes; (c) shared databases on Alexandrium production, processing, and distribution; (d) coordinated enforcement actions where violations affect both domestic and export regulations; (e) joint development of safety and security protocols applicable to both domestic and export operations."
Amendment to Article 6: The following new subsection is added: "The Department of Energy and Environment shall coordinate with both ARDA and the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission to ensure that environmental compliance standards are consistently applied to both domestic operations and export-related activities, and shall have the authority to suspend or restrict operations that violate environmental standards regardless of whether they are subject to domestic or export regulation."
Amendment to Article 7: The following new subsection is added: "The Department of Research and Development shall coordinate research initiatives with both ARDA and the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission to ensure that research priorities support both domestic needs and beneficial international cooperation, and shall have the authority to designate research projects as contributing to export availability assessments."
Amendment to Article 8, subsection 1: After "six months," the following is added: "provided that strategic reserve requirements shall take absolute precedence over any export authorizations, and no Alexandrium may be exported if such export would compromise the ability to maintain adequate strategic reserves as determined by the Secretary of Interior in consultation with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission."
Amendment to Article 8, subsection 4: The following text is added at the end: "Additionally, the President of the Government and the Council of State may authorize drawdown and sale for the purpose of fulfilling critical export commitments to trusted partners as designated by the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission, provided that such drawdown does not compromise national security or emergency preparedness."
Amendment to Article 8: The following new subsection is added: "The Secretary of Interior shall coordinate with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission to ensure that strategic reserve management supports both domestic emergency preparedness and the fulfillment of critical international commitments that serve the Federation's strategic interests."
Amendment to Article 13, subsection 1: The following text is added at the end: "Additionally, a levy of ten (€10) écu from each gram shall be allocated to the operational fund of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission established under the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747, to be deducted from the allocation to the Federal Sovereign Wealth Fund, reducing that allocation from eight (€8) écu to three (€3) écu per gram, and an additional levy of five (€5) écu from each gram shall be allocated to international cooperation and technology transfer programs administered jointly by ARDA and the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission, to be deducted from the general budget allocation, reducing that allocation from two (€2) écu to zero (€0) écu per gram, with the one (€1) écu allocation to regional governments maintained through separate appropriation."
Amendment to Article 14: The following text is added at the end of subsection 4: "Emergency response plans shall be developed in coordination with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission to address security incidents that may affect both domestic operations and international commitments."
Amendment to Article 15: The following new subsection is added: "Defense-related research projects involving Alexandrium applications for export or international cooperation shall be coordinated with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission to ensure consistency with export control policies and international cooperation agreements."
Amendment to Article 16: The following text is added at the end: "Annual reports shall include a section prepared in coordination with the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission addressing the interface between domestic regulation and export controls, including any conflicts or coordination challenges encountered."
Amendment to Article 17: The following text is added at the end: "The inter-agency coordination mechanism shall include the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission as a full member, and shall address both domestic regulatory matters and export control policy to ensure comprehensive coordination across all aspects of Alexandrium governance."
Amendment to Article 17: The following new subsection is added to the amended Article 17: "There shall be established, upon the enactment of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747, an Enhanced Alexandrium Oversight Committee of the Federal Assembly, to be composed of 12 members (expanded from the current 10), elected by the Federal Assembly and apportioned in accordance with the political composition of the Federal Assembly; provided that the minority party shall always have at least two seats. The Enhanced Committee shall have jurisdiction over both domestic Alexandrium regulation under this Act and export controls under the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission Act, 1747, and shall receive joint annual reports from both ARDA and the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission."
All existing export-related functions referenced in the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729 shall be transferred to the Commission established under this Act, and ARDA shall retain no independent export licensing or authorization authority.
The levy restructuring specified in subsection 1(j) shall take effect immediately upon the establishment of the Alexandrium Purchasing Commission and shall apply to all Alexandrium levy collections thereafter.
Any regulations promulgated under the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729 that conflict with the export control framework established under this Act shall be deemed superseded to the extent of such conflict.
Article 18: Clarification of Regulatory Responsibilities.
Enforcement of domestic regulations and standards.
The Commission shall have exclusive responsibility for:
Export licensing and authorization decisions;
Trusted partner designation and management;
International cooperation and technology transfer agreements;
Export compliance monitoring and enforcement;
International trade policy coordination;
Export-related security assessments in coordination with appropriate agencies.
Both ARDA and the Commission shall coordinate their activities to ensure consistency and avoid regulatory conflicts or gaps.
PART VII MONITORING, ENFORCEMENT, AND OVERSIGHT.
Article 19: Monitoring and Compliance Systems.
The Commission shall establish and maintain a comprehensive monitoring system to track all Alexandrium exports and international transfers from the Federation.
Licensed exporters shall provide detailed reports on Alexandrium shipments, end-use verification, and compliance with license conditions.
The Commission may conduct inspections of facilities involved in export-related activities and may require access to records and documentation as necessary for compliance verification.
International monitoring and verification systems shall be established in cooperation with trusted partners to ensure ongoing compliance with export license conditions.
The Commission shall coordinate with ARDA to ensure that monitoring systems cover the complete chain from extraction through export.
Article 20: Enforcement Powers and Penalties.
The Commission may impose administrative penalties for violations of this Act or regulations made thereunder, including:
Monetary fines proportionate to the severity of violations;
Suspension or revocation of export licenses;
Prohibition on future export license applications;
Revocation of trusted partner status.
Serious violations may result in criminal referral to appropriate law enforcement agencies.
The Commission may seek judicial remedies to ensure compliance with this Act and to recover any damages resulting from violations.
Enforcement actions shall be coordinated with ARDA when they involve entities also subject to domestic regulation.
Decisions of the Commission may be appealed to the Federal Administrative Court within thirty days of notification.
Appeals shall be limited to questions of law, procedural fairness, and abuse of discretion.
The Commission's technical assessments, security determinations, and policy judgments shall be given substantial deference by reviewing courts.
Appeal proceedings involving classified information shall be conducted in accordance with applicable procedures for protecting national security information.
Pending appeal, Commission decisions shall remain in effect unless stayed by the court for compelling reasons.
PART VIII REPORTING, TRANSPARENCY, AND OVERSIGHT.
Article 22: Parliamentary Reporting and Oversight.
The Commission shall submit an annual report to the Cortes Federales on its activities, findings, and recommendations.
The annual report shall include:
Aggregate data on Alexandrium exports and international transfers while protecting classified information;
Summary of trusted partner designations and cooperation agreements;
Assessment of international cooperation and technology transfer activities;
Analysis of export control effectiveness and security outcomes;
Recommendations for policy improvements and legislative changes;
Coordination activities with ARDA and other relevant departments.
The Commission may be called to appear before parliamentary committees to answer questions within security constraints.
The Commission shall coordinate with ARDA to provide comprehensive reporting on all aspects of Alexandrium regulation to the Alexandrium Oversight Committee of the Federal Assembly established under the Alexandrium Regulation and Strategic Reserve Act, 1729.
Article 23: Public Information and Transparency.
The Commission shall maintain a public website providing general information about export licensing procedures, trusted partner criteria, and international cooperation activities.
Classified or sensitive information shall be protected in accordance with applicable secrecy laws and security protocols.
The Commission shall promote public understanding of the benefits of controlled international cooperation in Alexandrium research while maintaining appropriate security controls.
Regular public reports on export trends and international cooperation outcomes shall be published, subject to security and commercial confidentiality requirements.
PART IX REGULATORY AUTHORITY AND IMPLEMENTATION.
Article 24: Regulation-Making Power.
The Commission may make regulations necessary for the implementation and enforcement of this Act, including:
Export licensing procedures and criteria;
Trusted partner designation and evaluation standards;
Security standards and protocols for export-related activities;
Reporting requirements for exporters and international partners;
Environmental compliance standards for export operations;
International cooperation and technology transfer guidelines;
Emergency procedures for export suspension or restriction;
Other operational matters necessary for effective export control.
All regulations shall be published in the Official Gazette and laid before the Cortes Federales.
Regulations affecting domestic operations shall be developed in coordination with ARDA to ensure consistency with existing domestic regulatory frameworks.
Regulations involving security matters shall be developed in coordination with the Department of Defense and other relevant security agencies.
Article 25: International Agreements and Cooperation.
The Commission may recommend and support the negotiation of international agreements concerning Alexandrium cooperation, trade, and security.
International agreements involving Alexandrium shall be subject to appropriate parliamentary and executive approval as required by law.
The Commission shall implement and monitor compliance with international agreements relating to Alexandrium trade and cooperation.
Bilateral and multilateral cooperation frameworks may be established to facilitate beneficial scientific cooperation while maintaining security controls.
PART X TRANSITIONAL AND CLOSING PROVISIONS.
Article 26: Transitional Provisions.
The Commission shall be established within sixty days of this Act coming into force.
During the transition period, the Secretary for Research and Development may take such interim measures as necessary to ensure continuity of essential export control functions.
Existing international agreements and cooperation arrangements involving Alexandrium may continue during the transition period subject to Commission review and approval within one hundred and twenty days of the Commission's establishment.
ARDA shall transfer all export-related records, documents, and ongoing matters to the Commission within ninety days of the Commission's establishment.
Personnel with export-related responsibilities may be transferred from ARDA to the Commission as appropriate, subject to civil service regulations and individual consent.
Article 27: Funding and Resources.
The Commission shall be funded through:
Annual appropriations from the federal government;
Fees collected from export licensing and related services;
The Commission may establish reasonable fees for export licenses and related services to cover administrative costs.
Funding arrangements shall be coordinated with ARDA to avoid duplication and ensure efficient resource utilization.
Article 28: Review and Evaluation.
The effectiveness of this Act and the Commission's performance shall be reviewed by the Cortes Federales no later than five years after the Act comes into force.
The review shall assess the effectiveness of export controls, the impact on international cooperation, coordination with existing regulatory frameworks, and the need for any amendments or improvements.
The Commission shall provide comprehensive data and analysis to support the parliamentary review.
Article 29: Commencement and Application.
This Act shall apply to all of the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
This Act shall not become law unless it has been given Royal Assent.
This Act shall be published and made publicly available.
This Act shall come into force on a date to be appointed by proclamation, not later than ninety days after Royal Assent.
In the event any provision or part of this Act is found to be invalid or unenforceable, only that particular provision or part so found, and not the entire Act, will be inoperative.
