[PASSED] Oil Tanker Standards Act

[New Tarsas]

Don't rip me to pieces.. This is my first resolution.
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OIl Tanker Standards Act
Environmental

RECOGNIZING the need to transport oil and natural gas across oceans

RECOGNIZING that the transport of oil and natural gas is vital to many national economies

NOTING that many other nations rely on significant natural gas and oil imports for their oil and natural gas supply

RECOGNIZING the great danger oil spills pose to surrounding animals, plants, and the ocean environment at large

FURTHER RECOGNIZING that double hulled ships significantly lower the chances of an oil spill

ESTABLISHES the World Assembly Oil Transportation Committee to:
1. Ensure oil tankers are kept up to meet requirements
2. To research methods to improve oil tankers and reduce the chance of a spill
3. To research more efficient clean up methods if an oil spill does occur

MANDATES that every oil tanker be equipped with at least a double hull or double bottom to decrease chances of an oil spill

REQUIRES non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer.

ALSO REQUIRES that all single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time

MANDATES that each tanker be equipped with a proper ventilation system for the main tank

MANDATES that every tanker is to have proper equipment on board to quickly put an end to fires aboard the vessel

MANDATES that tanker captains quickly and promptly report oil spills to local authorities so the spill can be quickly contained

URGES nations to implement other safety features aboard oil tankers other than what is specified here

[Lowell Leber]

I would venture to speculate that most nations have these regulations in their own laws. Also, most oil companies would undoubtedly keep their tankers in pristine oreder because they cannot sell the oil that has leaked into the sea. I am not saying that the spirit of this proposal is wrong, because I support safer oil exploration and development. I just feel that this woud be redundent as a [Strike]measure.[Strike] WA Resolution.

With Regards,
Ms. A. McGuire
High Commissoner for WA Affairs,
The Armed Republic of Lowell Leber.

[Grays Harbor]

A good idea, but as it is, it is far too vague, and contains too high a proportion of "defines" versus actual substance. The definitions provided are, or should be, things which are common knowledge, and really do not need to be in there.

We support the double hull idea completely, and have been considering for some time proposing that ourselves. We believe, and it is a good thing we are currently sitting as we type this, that this may actually be something of worthwhile international value to pursue, and should the draft shape up significantly, is something we could support.

We shall try and come up with some ideas on improvement.

[New Tarsas]

I would venture to speculate that most nations have these regulations in their own laws. Also, most oil companies would undoubtedly keep their tankers in pristine oreder because they cannot sell the oil that has leaked into the sea. I am not saying that the spirit of this proposal is wrong, because I support safer oil exploration and development. I just feel that this woud be redundent as a measure.

With Regards,
Ms. A. McGuire
High Commissoner for WA Affairs,
The Armed Republic of Lowell Leber.

Yes, while what you say is probably true, there are nations who do not, and this would ensure that the seas and oceans of the world are safe.

Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[New Tarsas]

A good idea, but as it is, it is far too vague, and contains too high a proportion of "defines" versus actual substance. The definitions provided are, or should be, things which are common knowledge, and really do not need to be in there.

We support the double hull idea completely, and have been considering for some time proposing that ourselves. We believe, and it is a good thing we are currently sitting as we type this, that this may actually be something of worthwhile international value to pursue, and should the draft shape up significantly, is something we could support.

We shall try and come up with some ideas on improvement.

The "defines" have been removed. We would greatly appreciate any contributions to improve this.

Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[Charlotte Ryberg]

MANDATES that every oil tanker be equipped with a double hull to decrease chances of an oil spill

In respect of the number of hulls, in our opinion, single-hull ships should be the only type that should be banned. More hulls reduces the chances of a spill even further.

[Manticore Reborn]

Having given up fossil fuel based energy ages ago, my government sees no need of this resolution.

[New Tarsas]

MANDATES that every oil tanker be equipped with a double hull to decrease chances of an oil spill

In respect of the number of hulls, in our opinion, single-hull ships should be the only type that should be banned. More hulls reduces the chances of a spill even further.

The last line, "URGES nations to implement other safety features than what is specified here" should cover that. Double hull is still cost effective while offering good protection. I digress, we could add

MANDATES that all single hull ships be upgraded to double hull or replaced with double hull ships

Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA


Manticore

Having given up fossil fuel based energy ages ago, my government sees no need of this resolution.

Well your not the only nation here. Many still use fossil fuels.
Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[Grays Harbor]

perhaps add something to the effect of

Non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer.

[New Tarsas]

perhaps add something to the effect of

Non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer.

Added. Thank you for the idea.
Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[Grays Harbor]

We are not sure as to the best wording for this, but perhaps something to the effect of,

All single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time.

[New Tarsas]

We are not sure as to the best wording for this, but perhaps something to the effect of,

All single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time.

Updated.
Count Paul Marlow VI

[Sagatagan]

Don't rip me to pieces.. This is my first resolution.
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OIl Tanker Standards Act
Environmental

RECOGNIZING the need to transport oil and natural gas across oceans

RECOGNIZING that the transport of oil and natural gas is vital to many national economies

NOTING that many other nations rely on significant natural gas and oil imports for their oil and natural gas supply

RECOGNIZING the great danger oil spills pose to surrounding animals, plants, and the ocean environment at large

FURTHER RECOGNIZING that double hulled ships significantly lower the chances of an oil spill

ESTABLISHES the World Assembly Oil Transportation Committee to:
1. Ensure oil tankers are kept up to meet requirements
2. To research methods to improve oil tankers and reduce the chance of a spill
3. To research more efficient clean up methods if an oil spill does occur

MANDATES that every oil tanker be equipped with a double hull to decrease chances of an oil spill

REQUIRES non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer.

ALSO REQUIRES that all single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time

MANDATES that each tanker be equipped with a proper ventilation system for the main tank

MANDATES that every tanker is to have proper equipment on board to quickly put an end to fires aboard the vessel

MANDATES that tanker captains quickly and promptly report oil spills to local authorities so the spill can be quickly contained

URGES nations to implement other safety features aboard oil tankers other than what is specified here

The Union of Shipbuilding Workers is being trusted to talk for the coalition of Sagatagan groups that have sent a WA ambassador on this issue. In their opinion, while it is an additional cost to build a second hull, it is a justified act to manage the global common property that is the ocean. If the WA were not a voluntary association, it would be an illegitimate act to force these double hulls, but it is our opinion that because the oceans are an international commons and because the WA is a voluntary association, this act is valid, legitimate, and necessary for the protection of fishing, whaling, tourism, and other maritime activities, and is moreover beneficial to the oil industry.

[La Pays De Soliel]

the Government of the United Kingdom of La Pays de Soliel is currently researching triple-hulled technology. That is the ability of oil, liquid natural gas and petrol tankers to have three hulls to better protect the environment and the economy. We have the UKPSS (United Kingdom of La Pays de Soliel Ship) Argo undergoing sea trials. She's still a little slow, but three times as safe as a single-hulled tanker. If the Argo makes the expectations our designers have required, we will gladly share all the information on how to build triple-hulled ships. This could become the safety standard around the world.

The Honorable Mr. Stephens
Prime Minister
Honorable Member of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, Scotland, Whales, and Northern Ireland

[Sagatagan]

Likewise, the USW would be glad to build those triple-hulled tankers for any nation that wishes to buy them.

[New Tarsas]

The Empire thanks you for your support of our resolution. Many nations only have double hulled technology, so that is what will be mandated by the resolution, but we would like to voluntarily require the implementation of triple hulled tankers on all Tarsan oil tankers. Does this look agreeable to everyone? Anymore corrections of mistakes I need to make or have made?]

Count Paul Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[Grays Harbor]

I would give a few more of the experienced GA writers a chance to add their tuppence in order to further flesh things out, but it is a very good start, in our opinion, to a good resolution.

[Charlotte Ryberg]

Regarding the recent update to the draft,

MANDATES that every oil tanker be equipped with a double hull to decrease chances of an oil spill

would obviously need to be updated to state that "every new oil tanker must be at least double-bottomed or double-hulled".

Good so far,

[New Tarsas]

A couple of days have passed with no replies to this thread. Submitting to the GA in one more day if no replies continue to be the status quo.
Count Paul Marlow
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[Ashas Favor]

At first, I was like no....

but now

Im like, ok

[Charlotte Ryberg]

I've done some proofreading with the resolution text:

RECOGNIZING the need to transport oil and natural gas across oceans;

RECOGNIZING that the transportation of oil and natural gas is vital to many national economies;

NOTING that many other nations rely on significantnatural gas and oil imports for their oil and natural gas supply;

RECOGNIZING the great danger oil spills pose to surrounding animals, plants, and the ocean environment at large;

FURTHER RECOGNIZING that double hulled or double botton ships significantly lower the chances of an oil spill;

Therefore, the World Assembly:

ESTABLISHES the World Assembly Oil Transportation Committee to:
1. Ensure oil tankers are kept up to meet requirements;
2. To research methods to improve oil tankers and reduce the chance of a spill;
3. To research more efficient clean up methods if an oil spill does occur;

But what about member states that already have such methods? Should they be invited to suggest them to the WAOTC?

MANDATES that every oil tanker must be equipped with at least a double hull or double bottom to decrease chances of an oil spill;

REQUIRES non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer;

Can you check what do you mean by developer? It may be misinterpreted to be the developer of the the non-propriety technology. Do you mean the shipbuilder?

ALSO REQUIRES that all single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time;

MANDATES that each tanker be equipped with a proper ventilation system for the main tank;

MANDATES that every tanker is to have proper equipment on board to quickly put out fires aboard the vessel;

MANDATES that tanker captains must quickly and promptly report oil spills to local authorities so the spill can be quickly contained;

I'm not sure whether just the local authority may be sufficient as some member states may have centralised everything. Do you mean the appropriate marine and environmental authorities of member states affected?

URGES nations to implement other or better safety features aboard oil tankers other than what is specified here.

All in all, good text so far, but there are my improvement suggestions.

Yours etc,

[Tarsas]

Don't rip me to pieces.. This is my first resolution.
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OIl Tanker Standards Act
Environmental

RECOGNIZING the need to transportation oil and natural gas across oceans

RECOGNIZING that the transport of oil and natural gas is vital to many national economies

NOTING that many other nations rely on natural gas and oil imports for their oil and natural gas supply

RECOGNIZING the great danger oil spills pose to surrounding animals, plants, and the ocean environment at large

FURTHER RECOGNIZING that double hulled or double bottom ships significantly lower the chances of an oil spill

Therefore, the World Assembly,

ESTABLISHES the World Assembly Oil Transportation Committee to:
1. Ensure oil tankers are kept up to meet requirements
2. To research methods to improve oil tankers and reduce the chance of a spill
3. To research more efficient clean up methods if an oil spill does occur

MANDATES that every oil tanker must be equipped with at least a double hull or double bottom to decrease chances of an oil spill;

REQUIRES non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer of the technology;

ALSO REQUIRES that all single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time;

MANDATES that each tanker be equipped with a proper ventilation system for the main tank;

MANDATES that every tanker is to have proper equipment on board to quickly put out fires aboard the vessel;

MANDATES that tanker captains must quickly and promptly report oil spills to the marine and environmental authorities of member states affected so the spill can be quickly contained;

URGES nations to implement other or better safety features aboard oil tankers other than what is specified here

[Tarsas]

Fixed.
Count Paw Marlow VI
Tarsan Ambassador to the WA

[American MapleStory]

Id think it would be up to the federal establishment and the the CEOs and officials in the oil companies to seek regulations on the specifics of the view of transportation. As much as I seek protection I think the specifics of this are too strict and the General Assembly should only oversee the oil corporation for every nation and provide sanctions against those who do not comply, instead of giving these corporations these initial requirements that are up to them. Its the oil corporations decision on the methods of retrieving the oil, as long as it meets the General Assembly's standard of protection on the environment. This concludes my opposition on limiting the amount of hull on a tanker.

This could be mostly fixed with Charlotte Ryberg's amendment to provide the requirement on NEW ships instead of existing ships. If a nation only has single tanker ships their supply would go to zero, because they do not have these kinds of materials; which would send ripples through the entire economy.

[Tarsas]

Don't rip me to pieces.. This is my first resolution.
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OIl Tanker Standards Act
Environmental

RECOGNIZING the need to transportation oil and natural gas across oceans

RECOGNIZING that the transport of oil and natural gas is vital to many national economies

NOTING that many other nations rely on natural gas and oil imports for their oil and natural gas supply

RECOGNIZING the great danger oil spills pose to surrounding animals, plants, and the ocean environment at large

FURTHER RECOGNIZING that double hulled or double bottom ships significantly lower the chances of an oil spill

Therefore, the World Assembly,

ESTABLISHES the World Assembly Oil Transportation Committee to:
1. Ensure oil tankers are kept up to meet requirements
2. To research methods to improve oil tankers and reduce the chance of a spill
3. To research more efficient clean up methods if an oil spill does occur
4. To acquire new technology from member states already possessing it at the member state's consent.
5. To take suggestions of new technology from member states.

MANDATES that every new oil tanker must be equipped with at least a double hull or double bottom to decrease chances of an oil spill;

REQUIRES non-proprietary double-hulled technology be made available to shipbuilders, and that proprietary double-hulled technology be made available at reasonable rate of return for the developer of the technology;

ALSO REQUIRES that all single-hulled tankers are to be phased out and replaced with either double-bottom or double-hulled tankers at the earliest possible time;

MANDATES that each new tanker be equipped with a proper ventilation system for the main tank;

MANDATES that every tanker is to have proper equipment on board to quickly put out fires aboard the vessel;

MANDATES that tanker captains must quickly and promptly report oil spills to the marine and environmental authorities of member states affected so the spill can be quickly contained;

URGES nations to implement other or better safety features aboard oil tankers other than what is specified here

Fixed yet again.