10th Cortes Federales

10th Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie
Term	3.II.1740 AN – Present
Election	10th general election (1739 AN)
Total members	811
President of the Government	Juan Pablo Jimenez (FHP)
Speaker of the Federal Assembly	Marisa Demeo (Independent)
Lord President of the Chamber of Peers	Lord Anglés, Marquess of Alpamayo (Independent)
Leader of the Opposition	Gabrielle Fitzgerald (AJNA)
Composition
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The 10th Cortes Federales is the current session of the Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie, the bicameral legislature of Nouvelle Alexandrie, which convened on 3.II.1740 AN following the New Alexandrian general election, 1739. The election resulted in the Federal Humanist Party (FHP) winning a plurality of 314 seats in the Federal Assembly, leading to Juan Pablo Jimenez forming a minority government through confidence and supply agreements with the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance and a group of independent deputies known as the Gang of 21. The session marks a significant shift in New Alexandrian politics, being the first FHP-led government since 1729 AN and following the dramatic events of the Spring Crisis of 1739 attempted coup.

The Federal Assembly is led by independent Speaker Marisa Demeo, while the Chamber of Peers continues under Lord Anglés, Marquess of Alpamayo as Lord President. The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie serves as the Official Opposition, led by Gabrielle Fitzgerald, after the previous governing Federal Consensus Party suffered its worst electoral defeat in history. Major legislative accomplishments thus far include the Housing Development Incentive Act, 1741, Administrative Coordination Office Establishment Act, 1741, and the Force 1752 Defense Initiative Program Act, 1742.

Election & Formation

The composition of the 10th Cortes Federales was determined by the New Alexandrian general election, 1739, held from 7 to 9.XI.1739 AN. The election saw a dramatic shift in New Alexandrian politics, with the Federal Humanist Party (FHP) securing 314 seats (44.66% of the vote) under the leadership of Juan Pablo Jimenez, marking their return to power after a decade in opposition. This victory came at the expense of the incumbent Federal Consensus Party (FCP), which suffered its largest electoral defeat in history, falling from 326 to 164 seats despite Premier Marissa Santini's praised handling of the Spring Crisis of 1739.

The election was notable for the emergence of the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie as a significant parliamentary force, with its constituent parties winning a combined 175 seats. The Democratic Socialist Party more than doubled its representation to 127 seats, while regional parties United for Alvelo and the Wakara People's Party secured 28 and 20 seats respectively. The Liberty and Prosperity Alliance entered the Federal Assembly with 12 seats, while independent deputies won 24 seats.

Electoral turnout reached 75.62%, reflecting heightened civic engagement following the Spring Crisis. The campaign focused heavily on national security, housing affordability, and refugee integration following the absorption of over 10 million Anahuacano and 100,000 Norse refugees from the East Keltian Collapse. Regional voting patterns showed distinct geographical preferences, with the FHP dominating in the Isles of Caputia (67.34%) and North Lyrica (75.87%), while the Alliance performed strongly in Valencia (41.68%) and South Lyrica (32.56%).

Following the election, Jimenez secured a working majority through confidence and supply agreements with the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance and 21 independent deputies, formalized in the Agreement for Stable Governance. This arrangement gave his government an effective majority of 347 votes in exchange for specific policy commitments on housing reform, defense spending, and fiscal policy.

Opening of the Cortes Federales

The 10th Cortes Federales officially opened on 3.II.1740 AN in a ceremony steeped in tradition. King Sinchi Roca II delivered the Throne Speech of 1740, outlining the government's priorities for the upcoming session. The King's address emphasized the need for military reform following the Spring Crisis of 1739, housing market solutions, refugee integration initiatives, and strengthening the Federation's international standing within the Raspur Pact and the Concord Alliance.

The opening ceremony was notable for its display of national unity, with representatives from all political parties participating despite the recent polarization. In a symbolic gesture, both Jimenez and opposition leader Fitzgerald escorted Speaker-designate Marisa Demeo to the Speaker's chair following her election, signaling a commitment to parliamentary procedure and democratic norms after the attempted coup less than a year earlier.

The session began with a moment of silence for the victims of the Spring Crisis, followed by the traditional swearing-in of new Deputies. The ceremony included the "Procession of the Mace," during which the ceremonial mace—symbol of the legislative authority granted by the monarch—was carried into the chamber by the Sergeant-at-Arms.

Membership

Lower House (Federal Assembly)

The 10th Federal Assembly consists of 689 Deputies representing all twelve regions of the Federation. The partisan composition is as follows:

Party	Seats	Leader	Government Status
Federal Humanist Party (FHP)	314	Juan Pablo Jimenez	Government
Democratic Socialist Party (DSP)	127	Gabrielle Fitzgerald	Opposition
Federal Consensus Party (FCP)	164	Morissa Baumann	Opposition
United for Alvelo (UfA)	28	Pablo Alvelo Nieves	Opposition
Wakara People's Party (WPP)	20	Mayani Guacanagari and Beatriz Daguao	Opposition
Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA)	12	Alejandro Vega	Confidence & Supply
Independent/Unaligned	24	N/A	Mixed (21 provide confidence & supply)

Council of State of Nouvelle Alexandrie

The Council of State forms the executive government of the Federation. Appointed by King Sinchi Roca II on the advice of Premier Jimenez, the current Council includes:

Position	Office Holder	Party	Region
President of the Government	Juan Pablo Jimenez	FHP	Santander
Vice-President of the Government	Felipe de la Vega	FHP	Alduria
Secretary of State	Federico Mercurio	FHP	Santander
Secretary of the Interior	Martinique Gonzalez Villamil	FHP	Alduria
Secretary of the Treasury	Warren Ferdinand	FHP	Alduria
Secretary of Defense	Jose Manuel Montero	FHP	Wechua Nation
Secretary of Justice	Jennifer Gonzalez	FHP	South Lyrica
Secretary of Energy and Environment	Beatrice Baudelaire	FHP	North Lyrica
Secretary of Social Security	Atahualpa Quispe	FHP	Wechua Nation
Secretary of Education, Culture and Sports	Joanna Wisely	FHP	New Luthoria
Secretary of Civil Works and Transportation	Ignacio Perez de San Quintin	FHP	Boriquén
Secretary of Research and Development	Joseph Lautenberg	FHP	Valencia
Secretary of Labor	Étienne Laurent	FHP	Federal Capital District
Secretary of National Mobilisation	Sébastien Rousseau	FHP	New Caputia
Secretary of Trade and Industry	Ollanta Mayta	FHP	Isles of Caputia
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development	Lauren Lefebvre	FHP	Islas de la Libertad

Shadow Council of State of Nouvelle Alexandrie

The Shadow Council of State is led by Gabrielle Fitzgerald as Leader of the Opposition. It consists primarily of members from the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie, with the Democratic Socialist Party holding the most senior positions. Notable Shadow Secretaries include:

Position	Office Holder	Party	Region
Leader of the Opposition	Gabrielle Fitzgerald	DSP	Wechua Nation
Shadow Vice-President	Carlos Mendoza	DSP	Alduria
Shadow Secretary of State	Isabella Vega	DSP	South Lyrica
Shadow Secretary of Defense	Rodrigo Villanueva	DSP	Wechua Nation
Shadow Secretary of the Treasury	Maria Santiago	DSP	Alduria
Shadow Secretary of Housing and Urban Development	Tamara Rodriguez	UfA	Santander
Shadow Secretary of Labor	José Campos	WPP	Boriquén

Upper House (Chamber of Peers)

The Chamber of Peers comprises 122 appointed and hereditary members. While not formally aligned with political parties, Peers often follow partisan voting patterns. The Chamber is presided over by Lord President Lord Anglés, Marquess of Alpamayo.

Key figures in the Chamber of Peers include:

Name	Title	Notable Role/Affiliation
Lord Anglés	Marquess of Alpamayo	Lord President of the Chamber
Lady Vivienne Saint-Claire	Duchess of Alcala	Chair, Economic Affairs Committee
Lord Santiago Morales	Earl of Beaufort	Chair, Defense and Security Committee
Lady Elena Rodriguez	Countess of Baudelaire	Chair, Constitutional Affairs Committee
Archbishop Francisco Alvarez	Archbishop of Cárdenas	Senior Faith Representative
High Priest Titu Sinchi	High Priest of Inti	Faith Representative
Khalid ibn Ibrahim al-Osman	High Cleric of Zurvanism	Faith Representative

Legislative Agenda

Government Agenda

The Jimenez government outlined an ambitious legislative agenda focused on five key priorities:

1. Military Reform and Security Enhancement: Following the Spring Crisis of 1739, comprehensive reforms of military command structures, intelligence services, and civil-military relations.
2. Housing Market Solutions: Market-based approaches to address housing affordability, primarily through deregulation, tax incentives for developers, and expanded mortgage availability.
3. Refugee Integration: Programs to facilitate the settlement and integration of refugees from the East Keltian Collapse and the Benacian War, with emphasis on language training and employment placement.
4. Administrative Efficiency: Streamlining government operations through digital transformation and elimination of bureaucratic redundancies.
5. Defense Industry Expansion: Increasing investment in domestic defense production and research, particularly focusing on Alexandrium-based technologies.

In his inaugural address to the Federal Assembly on 4.II.1740 AN, Premier Jimenez emphasized the need for "practical solutions over ideological purity," signaling a pragmatic approach to governance despite his party's more conservative orientation.

Federal Humanist Party Legislation

• Local Government Quality Enhancement Act, 1740
• Administrative Coordination Office Establishment Act, 1741
• Housing Development Incentive Act, 1741
• Force 1752 Defense Initiative Program Act, 1742
• Maritime Infrastructure Development Act, 1742
• Federal Refugee Integration Program Extension Act, 1741
• Financial Services Reform Act, 1741

Opposition Initiatives

Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie

• Comprehensive Public Housing Initiative, 1740
• Military Accountability and Oversight Enhancement Act, 1740
• Universal Basic Income Pilot Program Act, 1741
• Green New Alexandrian Act, 1741

Federal Consensus Party

• Housing Affordability Bridge Act, 1740
• Continuity of Military Reform Act, 1740

Legislation Passed

Legislation	Date Passed	Summary	Vote
Local Government Quality Enhancement Act, 1740	15.III.1740 AN	Reformed municipal governance structures to improve service delivery	368-274
Education Technology Integration Act, 1740	19.VI.1740 AN	Authorized funds for educational technology deployment	357-281
Federal Budget and Taxation Act, 1741	5.VII.1740 AN	Approved supplementary budget for remainder of fiscal year	345-293
Border Security Enhancement Act, 1740	13.VIII.1740 AN	Upgraded security at border crossings to manage refugee flows	388-251
First-Time Homebuyer Credit Act, 1740	27.VIII.1740 AN	Provided tax credits for first-time home purchases	344-295
Digital Government Services Act, 1740	25.IX.1740 AN	Accelerated digitization of government services	396-242
Judicial Reform and Efficiency Act, 1740	8.X.1740 AN	Enhanced court efficiency and reduced backlogs	366-273
Veterans Support Enhancement Act, 1740	22.X.1740 AN	Expanded services for military veterans	552-86
Refugee Relief Act, 1740	13.XI.1740 AN	Committed humanitarian aid to refugees from East Keltian Collapse and from the Shiro-Benacian War	479-159
Intelligence Accountability Act, 1740	27.XI.1740 AN	Strengthened oversight of intelligence services	487-151
Administrative Coordination Office Establishment Act, 1741	10.I.1741 AN	Created agency to improve interdepartmental coordination	347-295
Military Whistleblower Protection Act, 1741	27.I.1741 AN	Protected servicemembers reporting illegal orders or activities	527-111
Concord Alliance Relations Enhancement Act, 1741	12.II.1741 AN	Formalized structures for Concord Alliance cooperation	374-264
Housing Development Incentive Act, 1741	22.III.1741 AN	First phase of market-based housing reforms	352-290
Emergency Economic Measures Act, 1741	5.V.1741 AN	Economic stabilization package following refugee crisis	451-189
Federal Budget and Taxation Act, 1741	15.VI.1741 AN	Annual appropriations act for fiscal year 1741 AN	349-301
Municipal Debt Relief Act, 1741	2.VII.1741 AN	Provided assistance to municipalities facing financial strain	397-241
Federal Refugee Integration Program Extension Act, 1741	8.VIII.1741 AN	Extended refugee assistance programs	402-237
Financial Services Reform Act, 1741	20.IX.1741 AN	Banking sector deregulation to increase capital availability	346-294
Streamlined Building Permit Process Act, 1741	6.X.1741 AN	Expedited approval process for housing developments	350-288
Intelligence Service Reorganization Act, 1741	12.XI.1741 AN	Reformed intelligence services following Spring Crisis	499-141
Renewable Energy Investment Incentives Act, 1741	25.XI.1741 AN	Created tax incentives for renewable energy development	343-295
Small Business Relief Act, 1741	12.XII.1741 AN	Provided tax relief and loan guarantees for small businesses	438-200
Federal Budget and Taxation Act, 1742	18.I.1742 AN	Annual appropriations act for fiscal year 1742 AN	351-289
Agricultural Support and Rural Development Act, 1742	10.II.1742 AN	Enhanced support for agricultural communities	371-267
Medical Personnel Shortage Relief Act, 1742	2.III.1742 AN	Addressed physician and nurse shortages in underserved areas	496-142
Force 1752 Defense Initiative Program Act, 1742	25.III.1742 AN	Major defense modernization program	365-275
Maritime Infrastructure Development Act, 1742	14.IV.1742 AN	Port expansion framework	348-292
National Teacher Development and Retention Act, 1742	28.IV.1742 AN	Addressed teacher shortages through incentives and housing assistance	507-131
Alexandrium Research and Development Act, 1742	16.V.1742 AN	Expanded research into Alexandrium applications	398-240
Housing Affordability Bridge Program Act, 1742	6.VI.1742 AN	Created transitional housing for families in crisis	453-185
Maritime Competitiveness Review Board Authorization Act, 1742	3.X.1742 AN	Response to "Port Wars" controversy	472-168

Major Initiatives

Administrative Reform

One of the Jimenez government's earliest priorities was addressing the administrative inefficiencies revealed during the Spring Crisis of 1739. The Administrative Coordination Office (ACO) was established by legislation in I.1741 AN to improve interdepartmental coordination and streamline government operations.

By VIII.1742 AN, the ACO had delivered tangible results, with an independent audit by the Institute of Public Administration confirming NAX€920 million in quantifiable economic benefits. Key achievements included a 38% reduction in regulatory compliance costs for businesses, a 78% of routine government transactions digitized (up from 31%), average processing time for standard applications reduced from 12 days to 7 hours, and public satisfaction with government services reaching 73%, the highest level since measurement began. The government has committed additional funding of NAX€75 million to support the next phase of administrative modernization.

Housing Crisis Response

Addressing the housing affordability crisis has been a central focus of the 10th Cortes Federales. The government's market-oriented approach, implemented through multiple pieces of legislation, has shown mixed results thus far.

The first wave of reforms, enacted through the Housing Development Incentive Act, 1741, created tax incentives for developers and streamlined permitting processes. By VII.1742 AN, these measures had produced notable successes in medium-sized communities, with the Housing Affordability Index improving by 12% in cities with populations under 500,000. The Wechua Nation emerged as a particular success story, with housing starts increasing 37% year-over-year.

However, major urban centers continue to experience severe affordability challenges despite these reforms. In response, Premier Jimenez unveiled a second wave of market-focused housing reforms in VI.1742 AN, including:

• 10-year tax holiday for new housing developments;
• Elimination of capital gains taxes on housing investments held for five or more years;
• NAX€15,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers;
• Further deregulation of mortgage lending requirements.

Opposition parties, particularly the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie, have criticized the government's approach as insufficient to address urban housing needs, advocating instead for direct government intervention through public housing construction and rent controls.

Force 1752 Defense Initiative

Following the Spring Crisis of 1739, military reform and defense modernization became priority issues for the 10th Cortes Federales. The Force 1752 Defense Initiative Program Act, 1742, passed in III.1742 AN, represents the most ambitious defense program in Federation history.

The initiative includes the comprehensive restructuring of military command to prevent future coup attempts, NAX€87.3 billion in new defense contracts as of XII.1742 AN, an emphasis on Alexandrium-based technologies, and the expansion of domestic defense production, creating approximately 280,000 new jobs.

The program has contributed significantly to economic growth, with the Defense Production Index rising 32 points in the second half of 1742 AN alone. Arms exports have increased 7.4%, demonstrating the global competitiveness of New Alexandrian defense products.

Opposition parties have generally supported military reforms while questioning the scale of procurement spending. The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie has advocated for stronger civilian oversight mechanisms, some of which were incorporated into the final legislation.

Port Wars Controversy

A significant challenge for the government emerged in IX.1742 AN with the eruption of the so-called "Port Wars" controversy. Regional authorities across the Federation began offering increasingly aggressive—and potentially illegal—incentives to attract major shipping companies, including multi-decade tax exemptions, regulatory waivers for strategic facilities, and land transfers at token prices.

The competition escalated to a point where shipping conglomerates were deliberately playing regions against each other to extract increasingly generous terms. After an emergency Council of State meeting, Premier Jimenez imposed an immediate freeze on all new port incentive packages and established a Maritime Competitiveness Review Board to develop a sustainable framework for port competition.

The intervention sparked tension between federal and regional authorities, with Alduria and South Lyrica threatening legal challenges to what they termed "federal overreach." The situation intensified when major shipping companies including Kerularios & Company, Oranjesion Shipping Corporation, and East Natopian Shipping Corporation suspended all negotiations with New Alexandrian ports, causing port infrastructure stocks to drop 8% on the Nouvelle Alexandrie Stock Exchange.

The controversy highlighted the complex balance between regional autonomy and federal coordination in the Federation's governance structure. As of X.1742 AN, the situation remains under negotiation, with the Maritime Competitiveness Review Board working to develop a framework acceptable to both federal and regional authorities.

Economic Performance

The 10th Cortes Federales has presided over a period of economic recovery and transformation. After weathering challenges including the aftermath of the Spring Crisis of 1739, refugee integration costs, and housing market pressures, the New Alexandrian economy has shown remarkable resilience.

Key economic indicators as of XII.1742 AN include:

• GDP growth of 1.7% in Q3 1742 AN, reaching NAX€42.5 trillion;
• Inflation rate declining to 3.8%, down from 4.5% in IV.1742 AN;
• Unemployment rate of 2.9%, approaching historic lows;
• Housing prices declining in mid-sized markets while major urban centers continue to experience affordability challenges;
• Alexandrium Industry Index rising 35 points to 386, reflecting rapid growth in strategic industries;
• Manufacturing Output Index increasing 15 points to 208, driven by defense procurement.

The Force 1752 Defense Initiative has emerged as a significant economic driver, with defense contracts valued at NAX€87.3 billion awarded by XII.1742 AN. The program has created approximately 280,000 new jobs in defense-related industries and stimulated growth across manufacturing supply chains.

Housing market performance has been mixed, with mid-sized markets showing significant improvement while major urban centers continue to struggle with affordability. The Housing Prices Index declined 4 points to 172 in mid-sized markets, while the Urban-Rural Housing Price Gap widened to 238%.

The technology sector has been another bright spot, with growth accelerating to 24.8% by XII.1742 AN. This performance has been driven by Alexandrium applications, defense electronics, and continued digital transformation across the economy.

The Nouvelle Alexandrie Stock Exchange has responded positively to these developments, with the index rising 1,620 points to 26,740 between VIII.1742 AN and XII.1742 AN.

Leadership

Federal Assembly of Nouvelle Alexandrie

• Speaker of the Federal Assembly: Marisa Demeo (Independent), elected on 3.II.1740 AN with cross-partisan support.
• Deputy Speakers: Rodrigo Alvarez (FHP), Sofia Martinez (DSP), Carlos Rodriguez (FCP), elected to ensure balanced representation.
• Majority Leader: Elena Vasquez (FHP), responsible for managing government business in the Assembly.
• Opposition Leader: Gabrielle Fitzgerald (DSP), leading the official opposition.
• Chief Whips: Fernando Morales (FHP), Isabella Vega (DSP), Roberto Campos (FCP), responsible for party discipline.

Chamber of Peers of Nouvelle Alexandrie

• Lord President: Lord Anglés, Marquess of Alpamayo (Independent), serving since 1734 AN.
• Deputy Lord Presidents: Duchess of Punta Santiago, Earl of Beaufort, Countess of Parap, elected to represent different regions and interests.
• Convenor of Government Affairs: Lord Santiago (FHP-aligned), coordinates government business.
• Convenor of Opposition Affairs: Lady Rodriguez (AJNA-aligned), coordinates opposition activities.

Controversies and Challenges

Integration Scandal

In VII.1741 AN, leaked documents revealed that Federal Representative Francisco Valverde of Oportia had engaged in secret talks with Premier Jimenez regarding potential integration of Oportia into Nouvelle Alexandrie. The revelation triggered political crises in both nations, with Valverde ultimately resigning amid calls for investigation. The scandal strained relations within the Concord Alliance and led to questions about the transparency of the Jimenez government's foreign policy.

Port Wars Crisis

The "Port Wars" controversy erupted in IX.1742 AN when regional authorities began offering increasingly aggressive incentives to shipping companies, prompting federal intervention. The episode highlighted tensions between federal authority and regional autonomy within the Federation's constitutional structure.

Teacher Shortage Crisis

By VIII.1742 AN, a nationwide teacher shortage had reached crisis levels, with 40,000 unfilled teaching positions reported across the Federation. The Department of Education identified the housing affordability crisis as a primary factor, as teachers could no longer afford to live in the communities they served. The situation was particularly acute in rural and low-income districts, with some schools facing staffing levels below 60% of requirements.

Refugee Housing Tensions

The integration of over 10 million refugees from the East Keltian Collapse has created persistent tensions, particularly regarding housing allocation. In several major cities, informal settlements known as "tent cities" emerged, housing thousands of displaced persons unable to afford conventional accommodation. The government's market-based approach to housing has faced criticism for insufficient attention to these vulnerable populations.

Parliamentary Business Statistics

Since its convening in II.1740 AN, the 10th Cortes Federales has maintained an active legislative schedule. Parliamentary business statistics through VII.1742 AN include:

• Bills Introduced: 127
• Bills Passed: 37
• Parliamentary Questions: 4,728
• Motions Debated: 215
• Committee Hearings: 392
• Votes Held: 563

The most active committees have been:

1. Economic Affairs Committee: 47 hearings
2. Defense and Security Committee: 42 hearings
3. Housing and Urban Development Committee: 38 hearings
4. Foreign Affairs Committee: 35 hearings
5. Budget and Appropriations Committee: 32 hearings

See Also

• Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie
• 9th Cortes Federales
• New Alexandrian general election, 1739
• Juan Pablo Jimenez
• Spring Crisis of 1739
• Force 1752 Defense Initiative
• Housing Development Incentive Act, 1741

References

Preceded by: 9th Cortes Federales

10th Cortes Federales 1739 AN-1744 AN

Succeeded by 11th Cortes Federales