Charter Cities Act, 1738

Charter Cities Act, 1738
Long title	An Act to establish a framework for the creation of charter cities as special economic zones to promote sustainable urban development across the Federation; among other things.
Bill Number	XXX
Introduced by	Deputy Isabella Montero (FCP)
Session of Cortes Federales	9th Cortes Federales
Dates
Bill Status	Introduced
Date introduced	1738 AN
Last updated	1738 AN
Other legislation
Amendments	None

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The Charter Cities Act of 1738 establishes a framework for the federal government to commission and develop new planned cities across the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie. These cities will serve as special economic zones designed to accelerate sustainable urban development and economic growth in each region through public-private partnerships and targeted federal investment.

The Act provides for the establishment of one new charter city in each of the Federation's regions over a five-year period, with special economic zone status lasting for ten years followed by a five-year phase-out period. The legislation includes provisions for federal funding support to regional and local governments for implementation, while encouraging public-private partnerships and establishing a bond program to finance development.

Background

The Charter Cities initiative emerged from growing recognition of the need to promote balanced economic development across all regions of the Federation. While major metropolitan areas like Punta Santiago, Parap, and Cárdenas have seen significant growth, many regions still lack urban centers capable of serving as economic and innovation hubs. Additionally, rapid urbanization has created challenges around sustainable development and affordable housing in existing cities.

The concept builds on successful examples of special economic zones and planned cities both within Nouvelle Alexandrie and internationally. It aims to create modern, sustainable urban centers that can drive regional economic growth while avoiding common pitfalls of rapid, unplanned urbanization. The initiative particularly emphasizes environmental sustainability, mixed-use development, and integration with regional economic strengths.

The Act draws on extensive consultation with regional governments, urban planning experts, economists, and private sector stakeholders. It incorporates lessons learned from previous development initiatives while introducing innovative financing mechanisms and governance structures.

Key Provisions

Legislative History

Stage	Date	Chamber	Action	Votes (Y-N-A)	Details
1	1738 AN	Federal Assembly	Introduction	-	Introduced by Deputy Montero

Bill as submitted to the "Hopper" of the Federal Assembly, 1738 AN

CHARTER CITIES ACT, 1738

THE READING OF A BILL TO ESTABLISH A FRAMEWORK FOR THE CREATION OF CHARTER CITIES AS SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT ACROSS THE FEDERATION; AMONG OTHER THINGS.

Presented by Deputy Isabella Montero (FCP)

Ordered, by the Cortes Federales of Nouvelle Alexandrie, to be Printed, 1738 AN.

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: PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS

Article 1: Short Title

This Act may be cited as the "Charter Cities Act, 1738."

Article 2: Definitions

For the purposes of this Act:
1. "Charter city" means a new planned urban development established under this Act
2. "Commission" means the Federal Charter Cities Commission
3. "Development period" means the initial 10-year period of special economic zone status
4. "Phase-out period" means the 5-year period following the development period
5. "Region" means any of the administrative regions of the Federation

Article 3: Objectives

The objectives of this Act are to:
1. Promote balanced economic development across the Federation
2. Create sustainable urban centers in each region
3. Attract private investment and foster innovation
4. Generate employment opportunities
5. Support regional economic specialization
6. Demonstrate best practices in urban planning and development

PART II: ESTABLISHMENT OF CHARTER CITIES

Article 4: Authorization

Article 5: Federal Charter Cities Commission

Article 6: Regional Implementation

PART III: ECONOMIC FRAMEWORK

Article 7: Special Economic Zone Status

Article 8: Charter City Development Bonds

Article 9: Public-Private Partnerships

PART IV: FUNDING AND SUPPORT

Article 10: Charter Cities Development Fund

Article 11: Federal Support

Article 12: Regional Support Requirements

PART V: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

Article 13: Urban Planning Requirements

Article 14: Environmental Standards

Article 15: Social Infrastructure

PART VI: IMPLEMENTATION

Article 16: Timeline

Article 17: Monitoring and Evaluation

Article 18: Commencement and Application

This Bill shall apply to all of the Federation of Nouvelle Alexandrie.
This Bill shall not become law unless it has been given Royal Assent.
This Bill shall be published and made publicly available.
In the event any provision or part of this Bill is found to be invalid or unenforceable, only that particular provision or part so found, and not the entire Bill, will be inoperative.

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