Senator Nichols-Kaufman was not in attendance due to a family emergency, but did release an official statement outlining his position on all legislation and a support in abstention for all legislation proposed. HIRM William I and Rev. Joseph Marx were in attendance in their capacities as Senators.
The "Senate Protocols Act" passed with 2 yays and 1 abstention.
The "Legislative Organization and Archival Act" passed with 2 yays and 1 abstention with approval.
The "Cabinet Reform Act" passed with 2 yays and 1 abstention with approval.
Consideration for the "Criminal Code of the North American Confederation" was postponed until the next session of the Senate.
All legislation is being sent to the Prime Minister for consideration.
During Prime Minister's Questions: The Prime Minister answered concerns over the relationship between the Confederal government and his administration, citing that "though his disapproval of the current administration was no secret, he continued to believe that the benefits of integration were plain to see."
The Prime Minister also followed up on rumors regarding the finalization of the Imperial Bank's online services and the creation of a contest among the citizens to propose flag redesigns for the NAC. These flag designs would then be issued as a referendum among the citizens, then a petition for constitutional amendment.
Finally, the Senate concluded with a determination of a tentative date for the next session of the Senate. Barring any unforeseen situations where quorum can not be met, the next session of the Senate will be held on the 16th of November, though the date can be moved to no later than the 30th of November if needs require. Such a finalization must occur by the 2nd of November, which will be the tentative end for the submission of legislation for the next session.