[GA - PASSED] Emergency Broadcasting Standards

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Emergency Broadcasting Standards
Category: Regulation | Area of Effect: Safety
Proposed by: Hulldom | Onsite Topic​

Believing that it is prudent for residents of all states to have access to critical information before, during, and after emergencies,
Noting the creation of international standards regarding emergency broadcasting was urged in GA #570 "Disaster Precautions and Responses", hereby:
  1. Defines "emergency event", for the purposes of this resolution, as any serious, unexpected, or dangerous situation requiring immediate action to avoid widespread property damage, injury, or loss of life.

  2. All member states must create emergency communications systems which shall be utilized to communicate with their residents regarding emergency events.

  3. Member states shall utilize a variety of means to communicate with their citizens during an emergency event. These means shall be commensurate with the technology available in each member state.

  4. If an emergency event threatens another nation, the member state first affected must notify that nation of the event so they can promptly communicate with their citizens regarding the emergency if the disaster would otherwise be likely to surprise the other nation.

  5. Member states shall prioritize the broadcasting of localized or regionalized messaging in emergency events if practical under the circumstances.

  6. Member states are required to undertake regular testing of all emergency communications systems and to ensure that the equipment used, if any special equipment is used, is in good repair.
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"Emergency Broadcasting Standards" has passed 13,791 votes (89.6%) to 1,597 (10.4%).
 
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Overview
This resolution establishes mandates the implementation of a nation-wide emergency communications system that relays critical information in the event of a large-scale disaster or other severe crisis if such a system has not already been implemented. In addition, it establishes fundamental standards to which member states must adhere to. These standards ensure that an emergency communications system supports broadcasting via multiple means of communication, that emergency communications systems undergo regular testing and maintenance, and prioritize localized/regional messaging if practical given the potential circumstances of an emergency event. Lastly, the resolution requires member states to notify other nations of any threat they are aware of that could warrant the use of nation-wide emergency communications systems in those other nations.

Recommendation
The resolution encapsulates common sense, effective mandates that are fundamental for helping ensure the welfare of member states should they face an event that poses a widespread threat to health and property. We are appreciative of the requirement for member states to notify other nations of threats they may face, as it emboldens international cooperation and the well-being of all member state inhabitants. We find no objection to the straightforward provisions at hand because to object to something as benign and well-executed as the mandates within this text would be to endorse member states being susceptible to ruin and destruction.

For the above reasons, the Ministry of World Assembly Affairs recommends a vote For the General Assembly Resolution at vote, "Emergency Broadcasting Standards".
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This proposal has achieved the necessary approvals to enter the formal queue. Barring it being withdrawn or marked illegal it will proceed to a vote at Major Update on Friday, November 19.
 
"Emergency Broadcasting Standards" has passed 13,791 votes (89.6%) to 1,597 (10.4%). This is author @Boston Castle's 8th overall authored General Assembly proposal and 5th on Hulldom.
 
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