People’s Project 19 July, 2025

Preamble

We, the People of the United States, in recognition of our shared humanity, historical injustice, and collective potential, establish this Constitution to form a more perfect union. One that is equitable, sustainable, inclusive, and accountable. We do so in order to secure justice, ensure well-being, uphold dignity, foster peace, and preserve liberty not only for ourselves but for the generations that will follow. Let this be our binding agreement, one forged in truth, stewardship, and deep care for one another and our Earth.

Article I :Universal Rights and Dignity

Every individual within the United States, regardless of citizenship, race, gender, sexuality, disability, class, or origin, is a whole person and shall be recognized as such under the law.
Every person has the right to bodily autonomy, including but not limited to reproductive freedom, gender-affirming care, and end-of-life decisions.
Marriage, parenthood, and family formation are rights afforded to all, without restriction.
All spiritual practices and belief systems, including Indigenous and ancestral systems, are protected, as is the right to live without religion.

Article II :Education for a Just Society

Civics education shall be a core curriculum from birth to 18. It shall include:

U.S. history, government, and the Constitution
Enslavement and the legacy of systemic racism
Indigenous history and sovereignty
Cultural studies and local governance
Service learning and volunteerism

School meals will be universally available and nutritionally sound.
Arts, music, languages, and trades shall be considered core education.
All public colleges, trade schools, and credential programs will be tuition-free, tied to public service or community contribution.

Article III :Caregiver and Family Amendment

All caregiving, parenting, elder care, disability support, household management, is recognized as work and shall be compensated.
All people performing care work are entitled to a living wage, healthcare, and retirement benefits.
Civic service and community engagement (including museum education, volunteerism, mentorship) can fulfill part of this contribution.

Article IV :Healthcare and Wellbeing

Healthcare is a human right from birth to death.
Universal Healthcare will include:

Mental health
Long-term and elder care
Reproductive and gender-affirming care
Disability support and medical equipment
Dental, vision, and hearing

No one shall be denied care based on financial status, immigration status, or employment.
Private insurance may exist but cannot replace public coverage.

Article V :Disability Rights and Access

Every disabled person is entitled to accommodations, devices, housing, and healthcare at no cost.
Disability rights are protected in all systems: education, work, housing, transportation, and communication.
Disabled individuals shall have access to wealth-building tools, business ownership, and community integration without penalty.

Article VI :Housing and Land Use

Housing is a right. No dwelling may remain vacant, abandoned, or uninhabitable.
Owners of derelict properties must restore or forfeit them. Local governments may rehab and offer them through public programs.
Not-for-profits may serve as community-integrated landlords.
Zoning laws will be restructured to dismantle redlining, restore land to those impacted by generational harm, and make safe housing available to all.

Article VII :Reparations and Restorative Justice

Reparations for descendants of enslaved peoples will include:

Land ownership (e.g., former plantations)
Monetary restitution
Generational wealth funds

Indigenous sovereignty will be recognized and protected. Full congressional representation shall be guaranteed if chosen.
Cultural institutes will be established for historically marginalized peoples (e.g., Creole, Appalachian).

Article VIII :Labor, Wages, and Public Service

A universal living wage is guaranteed to all who work, regardless of field.
No individual will work more than one job to meet basic needs.
The military, healthcare, education, and infrastructure workers are public servants and shall be paid and honored accordingly.
Veterans shall receive full lifetime care: housing, healthcare, mental health, and burial rights.

Article IX :Spiritual Autonomy and Religious Freedom

Freedom of and from religion is absolute.
No religious influence shall shape public law, education, or healthcare.
Indigenous spiritual traditions and sacred lands are constitutionally protected.
Discrimination on the basis of religion or lack thereof is forbidden.

Article X :Governance and Ethics

All public servants-local, state, and federal shall:

Receive a living wage
Hold no private business interests while in office
Place all assets in blind trusts
Be subject to term and age limits

Gerrymandering is abolished. Representation must reflect community demographics.
Lobbying as it currently exists is abolished.
Individuals with felony convictions, restraining orders, domestic or child abuse history, or perjury under oath may not run for office.
Elected officials found to have lied under oath are removed and a special election held within 90 days.

Article XI :Judiciary and Legal Reform

The Supreme Court will be expanded and reflect population demographics.
All federal judges shall serve term limits.
Lifetime appointments are abolished.
The justice system shall be equitable, restorative, and non-punitive.

Article XII: Environment and Infrastructure

Carbon-neutral public transportation shall be built in every city.
Local food systems shall be restored and subsidized.
Grocery co-ops will source regionally and be accessible in all neighborhoods.
Farming shall be ethical, community-based, and sustainably supported.

Article XIII :Media and Information Integrity

Truthful, accessible news and information is a public utility.
Weather, public health, and election reporting will come from publicly funded, independent sources.
The Public Information Equity Act will govern these protections.

Article XIV: International Relations and Human Rights

The U.S. shall no longer claim world leadership but act as a global connector.
Dictatorships and fascist regimes shall be swiftly addressed through international coalitions.
War criminals shall be held accountable. The U.S. will honor the ICC.
A new global agency, akin to USAID, shall focus on democracy, science, and climate.

Article XV :AI, Technology, and Intellectual Property

AI is a public utility.
Publicly funded scientific discoveries (e.g., cures, climate breakthroughs) belong to the people.
All broadband, data, and telecommunications infrastructure shall be public utilities.

Article XVI: Gun Safety and Regulation

Firearm and ammunition ownership shall be regulated as stringently as automobiles.
Automatic and semi-automatic weapons are banned from civilian and police use.
Gun ownership requires training, licensure, insurance, and registration.

Article XVII :Youth and Emerging Adults

All children are protected by the state until age 25.
Supports will be provided for foster youth, orphans, and vulnerable teens.
Financial guardianship and advisory programs will be available for young adults.
Universal mental health and financial literacy will be part of public education.

Article XVIII: Sovereignty and Statehood

All U.S. territories shall be offered full statehood with voting representation.
Territories that choose independence will be supported through transition.
The District of Columbia shall become a state.

Article XIX :Debt, Finance, and Economic Justice

Student loans are abolished. Higher education is tuition-free.
Bankruptcy is accessible to individuals and small businesses.
Large corporations may not abuse bankruptcy protections.
The Postal Service, basic banking, and key financial systems shall be public utilities.

Amendment XXXVI : On Dignity, Equity, and the Quiet Function of Government

Section 1.
The purpose of government is to function quietly and reliably in support of the people, not as an instrument of coercion, extraction, or exclusion. The institutions of the United States shall be structured to promote equity, agency, and autonomy, without regard to marital status, family structure, disability, neurotype, income level, or capacity to labor.

Section 2.
All persons shall have the right to a dignified life supported by a guaranteed universal income, scaled to household size and indexed annually to the cost of living, not to fall below the threshold required for health, safety, and full participation in society.

Section 3.
All persons shall have the right to comprehensive, publicly funded healthcare, including physical, mental, neurocognitive, and reproductive care, without deductibles, premiums, or penalties for employment, disability, or immigration status.

Section 4.
No person shall be denied access to housing, food, clean water, or communication infrastructure due to inability to pay. These are recognized as essential elements of human dignity and civic belonging.

Section 5.
Equity shall not be conditioned upon parenthood. All benefits, supports, and services afforded on the basis of family status shall be available in equivalent form to those without dependents, without stigma or penalty.

Section 6.
The Congress shall have the power to enforce this Amendment through legislation and funding, and no legislation under this Amendment shall require presentment to the President. Any legislation limiting or delaying these rights shall require approval by a majority in a national referendum.

Amendment XXXVII : On Democratic Function, Speed, and Standardization

Section 1.
All elections for federal, state, and local office shall be conducted using a standardized national process, including uniform ballots, timelines, and tabulation methods, administered by publicly accountable nonpartisan election commissions. No jurisdiction may operate on a separate or conflicting schedule.

Section 2.
All primaries shall be conducted using ranked-choice voting with instant-runoff tabulation, including in-party primaries. No primary field shall advance more than one candidate per party to the general election ballot.

Section 3.
All general election campaigns shall be limited to a 120-day cycle from the date of declaration to the close of voting. The Federal Election Commission shall certify start and end dates. Early campaigning, soft-launch fundraising, and exploratory committees outside this window shall be prohibited.

Section 4.
All general elections shall be conducted by mail using prepaid, secure ballots mailed to every registered voter. Voters may also submit ballots at designated drop sites or polling locations. Electronic voting shall not replace mail voting, but may be offered as an accessible alternative subject to federal cybersecurity standards.

Section 5.
The United States shall establish a fully funded and protected Postal Voting System as a core function of democracy, with infrastructure permanently maintained and exempt from budget cuts, privatization, or service disruption.

Section 6.
Election Day shall be a federal holiday, and all employers shall be required to provide a paid full day off for every employee to vote and/or support others in voting. Federal reimbursement shall be available to businesses for wages paid on Election Day, at a standard rate set by Congress.

Section 7.
All ballots shall include a paper trail. All votes shall be publicly audited and certified within seven days of the election. Any discrepancies in vote counts, software performance, or voter access shall trigger a mandatory review and recount.

Section 8.
Congress shall have the power to enforce this Amendment. Any legislation limiting or delaying these protections shall require approval by a majority in a national referendum and be subject to judicial review by the Constitutional Court established under Amendment XXIX.

Amendment XXXVIII : On Caregiving, Rest, and Economic Inclusion

Section 1.
Every person shall have the right to give birth, recover, and care for their child without financial penalty. Any person who gives birth shall be guaranteed a minimum of six (6) months of fully paid leave, with the option to return to work earlier without loss of pay or benefits. Such leave shall be covered through a national social insurance fund supported by progressive taxation, including an increase in the corporate tax rate.

Section 2.
Any person who serves as the primary caregiver to a child, regardless of employment status, marital status, or gender identity, shall be eligible for a guaranteed caregiver income, sufficient to meet basic needs and maintain housing, autonomy, and the ability to safely exit a relationship. This income shall be tax-exempt and indexed to inflation.

Section 3.
All employers with more than fifty (50) employees shall be required to provide on-site or affiliated childcare, operated by licensed professionals, at no cost or subsidized cost to employees. Federal matching funds shall be available to support the creation of compliant facilities, prioritizing workplaces in childcare deserts.

Section 4.
All forms of family and medical leave, including for illness, disability, caregiving, or bereavement, shall be paid at 100% of regular wages for a minimum duration of twelve (12) weeks, renewable upon medical or caregiving need. No person shall be required to exhaust paid time off, vacation, or sick leave in order to receive these benefits.

Section 5.
Persons with long-term illness, including Long COVID and post-viral syndromes, shall have access to a specialized disability review process with presumptive eligibility for federal support and healthcare coverage. Chronic illness shall not be grounds for employment discrimination or benefit loss.

Section 6.
The right to rest, recover, and care shall be recognized as essential to public health, economic stability, and democratic participation. No person shall be denied access to shelter, food, healthcare, or legal protection due to their role as a caregiver, parent, or person with chronic illness.

Section 7.
Congress shall have the power to enforce this Amendment, and any legislation to delay or reduce these protections shall require three-fifths approval by both Houses and ratification by a national referendum, with no override permitted except in a declared national emergency.

Amendment XXXVIII : On Caregiving, Mental Health, and Worker Protection

Section 1.
All persons shall have the right to fully paid caregiving leave for the purpose of:

Giving birth or recovering from birth;
Parenting a newborn or adopted child;
Providing primary care to a child, elder, partner, or dependent with chronic illness, disability, or terminal condition;
Managing their own physical or mental health conditions, including trauma, neurodivergence, and episodic disability;
Navigating grief, hospitalization, or transition of a loved one.

Such leave shall begin immediately upon notice and shall not be delayed, denied, or subject to employer discretion. It shall be paid at 100% of regular wages and funded by a national caregiver security fund, supported through progressive taxation.

Section 2.
The United States shall establish a Universal Caregiver Income, accessible to:

Stay-at-home parents;
Unpaid family caregivers;
Persons who leave employment due to caregiving responsibilities;
Long-term care navigators and advocates,

This income shall be independent of marital status, family structure, or employment history, and shall be sufficient to maintain housing, food, healthcare, and basic autonomy.

Section 3.
All employers shall provide job protection and full reentry rights following caregiving leave. No employer shall terminate, demote, reassign, or reduce compensation for any person on approved leave. Return to work shall be supported by reintegration accommodations as needed.

Section 4.
Human Resources departments shall be reconstituted as employee protection services. HR professionals shall be licensed, trained, and legally obligated to advocate for employee rights and wellbeing. Violations of this duty shall be subject to enforcement by the federal Worker Protection Commission, with authority to investigate, fine, and disqualify employers or HR personnel who breach employee trust.

Section 5.
Employers may establish separate corporate compliance or legal defense offices, but these may not be housed within, nor conflated with, Human Resources.

Section 6.
All workers shall have the right to mental health leave, trauma leave, and recovery time — including for burnout, psychiatric episodes, or long-term stabilization. Such leave shall not be subject to employer discretion, and documentation shall be handled through public or private providers, with respect for privacy and dignity.

Section 7.
Congress shall have the power to enforce this Amendment. No legislation under this Amendment shall be subject to presidential veto. Any attempt to limit these rights shall require a three-fourths majority in both Houses and approval by national referendum.

Amendment XXXVIII :Section 8: The Right to a Living Wage and a Human Workweek

Section 8.

All persons employed in the United States, in companies of any size, shall have the right to:

(a) A maximum standard workweek of thirty-eight (38) hours, beyond which additional hours shall be compensated at no less than 1.5 times the standard hourly rate. Overtime shall be voluntary unless otherwise agreed by contract.

(b) A guaranteed living wage, determined annually and indexed by geography. The minimum wage shall be calculated as follows:

The total cost of basic living in a given region (housing, food, transportation, healthcare, education, and emergency savings) for a household of three shall be determined by a federal cost-of-living board in collaboration with local governments and public data sources.
This figure shall be divided by 1,976 hours per year (38 hours x 52 weeks) to set the minimum hourly wage for that region.
No employer shall pay less than this calculated rate, regardless of tips, bonuses, or commissions.

(c) All contracts, jobs, and payment structures shall comply with this formula. Gig workers, tipped workers, freelancers, and contract employees shall be entitled to the same wage protections. Wage theft shall be considered a federal offense.

(d) Overtime disincentives shall be structured to promote workforce expansion. Employers choosing to pay overtime instead of hiring additional staff shall be taxed at a proportional rate exceeding the cost of hiring, unless the work is demonstrably temporary or seasonal.

**(e) The federal government shall publish regional wage minimums annually and provide public access to cost-of-living maps, with enforcement mechanisms to prevent manipulation or under-reporting by local governments or corporations.

(f) No person working a full-time job shall live in poverty, housing instability, or food insecurity. To do so shall be considered a failure of enforcement under this Constitution.

Section 9: The Right to Paid Time Off

(a) All workers, regardless of classification or industry, shall be entitled to a minimum of four (4) weeks of fully paid leave per calendar year, for any purpose, including rest, personal time, travel, recovery, or family needs. This leave shall be separate from sick leave, caregiver leave, or federally protected medical leave.

(b) Leave may be taken consecutively or intermittently, at the employee’s discretion, without penalty, retribution, or the need to justify cause. Employers may not deny or defer leave except in rare, documented emergencies, and must offer equivalent rescheduling within sixty (60) days.

(c) All forms of federally protected leave, including FMLA, bereavement, mental health leave, and caregiving leave, shall be paid at 100% of regular wages, and shall not require the exhaustion of vacation or PTO hours to qualify.

(d) Part-time, gig, and contract workers shall accrue paid leave on a prorated basis, and may access the same protections via a national time bank system, funded by employer contributions and public subsidies.

(e) Employers may not require employees to disclose the purpose of their time off beyond the category (e.g., vacation, caregiving, mental health). No employee shall be penalized for using their full leave entitlement, nor shall leave be “use it or lose it” unless compensated in full at year-end.

(f) All accrued, unused leave shall be paid out upon termination or resignation. Any attempt to circumvent this protection shall be treated as wage theft.

Section 10: Separation of Rest and Crisis Leave

(a) The annual four (4) weeks of fully paid time off described in Section 9 shall be used solely for rest, restoration, and personal agency. This time must be used each calendar year. It may not be rolled over, cashed out, or substituted for any other form of leave, except where required by law for reentry from incarceration or immigration proceedings.

(b) If an employee is unable to use their rest time due to crisis, illness, caregiving, or employer denial, the employer shall be fined and the unused leave shall be restored and doubled the following year, or paid out in full plus penalty.

(c) No employer may require or pressure an employee to use their personal leave to cover:

Illness (personal or family),
Childbirth or adoption,
Mental health emergencies,
End-of-life care,
Bereavement,
Medical recovery,
Natural disasters or public health emergencies,
Family caregiving of any kind.

(d) All such circumstances shall be covered by fully paid protected leave, funded through the national care leave program established in Section 1, and shall be completely distinct from rest time.

(e) Employers shall be audited annually for compliance and shall publish anonymized data showing leave granted, categories used, and penalties imposed.

Section 11: The Care Activation Network

(a) Upon any individual’s activation of federally protected caregiving or health leave (including but not limited to childbirth, illness, mental health crisis, terminal care, or recovery), a Care Activation Notice shall be issued to the national healthcare system, triggering a coordinated response.

(b) The response shall include:

Outreach from a nonprofit, publicly funded care navigator within 72 hours;
An intake to assess immediate needs (without invasive questioning);
Offers of support that may include prenatal/postnatal care, mental health services, in-home support, transportation, medical equipment, and appointment coordination.

(c) All outreach shall be conducted through a trauma-informed, consent-based model. Services shall be offered, not required, and no person shall lose access to benefits for declining or postponing services.

(d) Each person shall be assigned a primary general practitioner (GP), a dentist, and an optometrist, as part of the national health infrastructure. These shall serve as the patient’s central care team, responsible for coordinating all other specialty and emergency services.

(e) The general practitioner shall serve as the anchor for:

Integrated scheduling of all referrals and follow-ups;
Communication across specialties, including mental health, chronic illness, and reproductive care;
Ensuring continuity and reducing silos of information.

(f) In rural, remote, or mobility-restricted areas, the care system shall deploy mobile services or cover the cost of in-home appointments to ensure full access without requiring travel, missed work, or hardship.

(g) No appointment may be denied, delayed, or gatekept due to staffing backlogs. The system shall be required to offer care within reasonable proximity and timeframes or escalate services to emergency scheduling.

Section 12: The Right to Housing and Home-Based Support

(a) Housing is a human right. All persons shall have the right to safe, stable, non-discriminatory housing, regardless of income, disability, age, citizenship status, criminal record, health condition, or family structure.

(b) Persons who are unhoused, at risk of housing loss, aging out of foster care, re-entering society after incarceration, or living with chronic mental or physical illness shall be immediately eligible for:

Housing through a federally coordinated placement system;
Comprehensive, needs-based assessments;
Ongoing care, including trauma-informed case management, mental health care, and peer support;
Placement in settings appropriate to their level of independence and support needs, including group homes, independent housing with support, or long-term residential care where needed.

(c) No person may be discharged, evicted, or exited from housing without an alternate placement and continuity of care plan. Lifetime care is a valid and expected need, and no person shall be punished or abandoned for needing sustained support.

(d) States, counties, municipalities, and rural jurisdictions shall reserve no less than 20% of their total housing stock for income-based public or nonprofit housing, permanently shielded from private corporate ownership.

(e) No corporation, LLC, hedge fund, or investment firm shall own more than three (3) residential properties nationwide. If any entity owns more than three residential properties:

A minimum of 25% of those properties must be designated and available as income-based housing;
The entity must submit to annual audits ensuring compliance;
Refusal or failure to comply shall result in compulsory sale to state or nonprofit housing authorities at assessed value, with all legal costs borne by the owner.

(f) All publicly owned or tax-subsidized housing shall meet standards of habitability, accessibility, and geographic equity. Rent shall never exceed 30% of adjusted income. Utilities and essential maintenance shall be included.

(g) No entity may evict a person without judicial review and placement support. Unhoused status shall not disqualify anyone from voting, receiving mail, securing employment, or accessing care.

(h) All housing data shall be made public, and the United States shall maintain a national housing dashboard tracking cost, availability, ownership concentration, and displacement rates by ZIP code.

Section 13: Minimum Housing Standards and Sustainable Construction

(a) All housing , whether public, private, rented, or owned, shall meet a federally enforced Minimum Habitability Standard, including but not limited to:

A fully functioning kitchen with:

A full-size refrigerator
A stove or cooktop with oven (electric or gas)
A sink with hot and cold running water
A dishwasher, or access to one within the building or complex

Laundry access with at minimum:

A washer and dryer in-unit, or
A washer and dryer shared between no more than two households, located on the same premises

Bathrooms:

All homes with more than three (3) bedrooms must contain at least two toilets
At least one toilet must be paired with a tub or shower
Bathrooms must have working ventilation or windows and hot water access

Climate control:

All homes must have heating and cooling systems appropriate to regional climate
Air conditioning must be standard in areas where the heat index regularly exceeds 80°F (29°C)

Internet access:

Wired high-speed internet shall be available to all residences and included in rent for income-based housing

(b) Any newly constructed housing , including single-family homes, multifamily housing, and public developments , shall be required to include at least one renewable energy source in its design and operation, such as:

Solar panels
Wind turbines
Geothermal systems
High-efficiency heat pumps with solar backup

These systems must supply a minimum of 25% of the household’s typical energy usage, with the goal of 100% off-grid functionality for all public housing by 2040.

(c) All new buildings must also include:

Energy-efficient windows and insulation
Low-flow water fixtures
Proper storm drainage and climate-adaptive design

(d) Federal housing funds, subsidies, and tax credits shall only be available to projects that comply with these standards. Any project receiving federal funding that fails to meet or maintain these standards shall be required to retrofit or repay.

(e) Existing substandard housing shall be prioritized for renovation and retrofitting under a National Housing Recovery Program, with job creation incentives for local workers and union labor.

Section 14: Permitted Renovation and Renewable Integration Mandate

(a) Any property owner , public, private, or corporate, who submits a building permit for:

New construction,
Major renovations (including roofing, foundation work, or HVAC upgrades),
Additions or conversions,
Or roof replacement,

shall be required to integrate renewable energy infrastructure sufficient to offset a minimum of 25% of the property’s projected energy usage.

(b) Permissible renewable options shall include but not be limited to:

Solar panels (rooftop or ground-mounted),
Small-scale wind turbines,
Geothermal heat pump systems,
Passive solar design or thermal massing improvements,
Energy storage systems for off-grid backup.

(c) Upon permit submission, a Renewable Readiness Evaluation (RRE) shall be conducted by a publicly accountable Green Building Agency, which shall:

Determine the most feasible renewable source(s),
Calculate minimum thresholds for compliance,
Offer standardized, non-predatory installation plans,
Assist in design integration and scheduling.

(d) Compliance shall be funded through a federal renewable retrofitting program, offering:

0–1% fixed interest rates over 10–20 years,
No prepayment penalties,
No credit checks for owner-occupied primary residences,
Direct billing through property tax or utility offset credits.

(e) Participating contractors, solar installers, and equipment providers shall:

Be registered with a national anti-gouging compliance board,
Agree to profit ceilings and standardized service rates,
Be prohibited from upselling unnecessary add-ons or applying hidden fees.

Violations shall result in debarment, civil penalties, and reimbursement to affected households.

(f) Municipalities shall enact permit and inspection codes aligned with this requirement, and shall be eligible for infrastructure grants based on rate of compliance and installation density.

(g) Low-income, rural, and senior homeowners shall be prioritized for full public subsidies, with workforce training incentives available for local labor in the green retrofit economy.

Section 15: Early Childhood Education, Universal Childcare, and School-Centered Family Support

(a) All childcare in the United States shall be fully paid for, with funding shared between:

Federal subsidies;
Contributions from employers with more than fifty (50) employees;
Local government supports;
And scaled public-private reinvestment from renewable transition and housing equity funds.

(b) All employers with 50+ employees shall offer:

On-site or nearby childcare, certified and regulated;
Within five (5) miles of either the employee’s home or workplace;
Open from at least 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with flexibility for earlier or later as needed.
Hospitals have onsite 24 hr childcare

(c) All childcare centers shall:

Be staffed by professionals trained in early childhood development;
Provide infant care from birth if a parent chooses to return to work earlier than six months;
Serve children up to age three (3);
Provide nutritious meals and snacks at regular intervals throughout the day;
Support developmental milestones, social-emotional learning, and play-based education.

(d) Beginning at age three (3), all children shall be guaranteed access to public early education, provided in schools that:

Offer a minimum of 90 minutes of outdoor time daily;
Require a baseline of arts, music, physical education, and creative play;
Provide developmentally appropriate curriculum with accommodations for sensory, cognitive, social, and communication differences;
Include immediate evaluation for IEPs and 504 plans as needed, with no delay or waitlist;
Train staff in neurodivergent and trauma-informed education models.

(e) Every public school serving children under age 12 shall also provide:

On-site aftercare from school dismissal until at least 6:00 p.m.;
Free meals during aftercare, including dinner if the child remains past 4:30 p.m.;
Enrichment activities and emotional decompression time;
Supervision and care staffed by trained professionals, including mental health support workers.

(f) All employers shall honor flexible scheduling for parents, including:

Later start times if children must be dropped off;
Leave for school meetings, sick days, or care transitions;
Options to work school-aligned shifts without penalty or stigma.

(g) No child shall be denied access to early education or aftercare due to parental employment status, citizenship, income level, or documentation. Schools and care centers shall be sanctuaries of nourishment, creativity, and rest for all children.

Section 16: Educational Funding Equity and the Public Education Standard

(a) Public education shall be the national baseline and standard for all children ages 3–18 in the United States. It shall be fully and equally funded, regardless of ZIP code, property values, district boundaries, or local tax revenue.

(b) All public schools shall receive equal per-student funding, with additional funding provided for:

Students with disabilities;
English language learners;
Schools serving high-poverty communities;
Remote or rural areas with infrastructure challenges.

(c) Public education funding shall be federalized and equitably distributed, with states and localities required to maintain infrastructure and staffing standards, but prohibited from creating funding disparities.

(d) All public schools shall offer:

Access to arts, music, and theater programs;
Physical education, nutrition services, and free meals;
Age-appropriate mental health support;
Outdoor learning spaces and recess;
Certified librarians, nurses, and social workers.

(e) Families who choose to enroll their children in private, religious, or charter schools may do so, but:

No public education funds shall be diverted to private institutions;
Vouchers, tax credits, or education savings accounts may not reduce public school budgets;
Private schools must be funded entirely through private or community means unless operated as public charters under full public oversight.

(f) Public education shall be inclusive of all racial, religious, and neurodivergent identities, with:

Curricula that reflect a full, accurate history;
Instructional methods accessible to all learning styles;
Teacher training in trauma-informed, anti-racist, and culturally responsive practices;
Protections for LGBTQ+ students, multilingual families, and students with disabilities.

(g) No child shall receive a lesser public education because of where they live. No parent shall be forced to exit public education to protect their child’s mind, identity, or future.

Section 17: Early Assessment, Lifespan Disability Planning, and Lifetime Supports

(a) All children shall receive comprehensive developmental assessments between birth and age three (3), including but not limited to:

Physical and sensory development;
Communication, language, and motor milestones;
Social, emotional, and neurodivergent traits;
Risk factors for lifelong disability or complex care needs

(b) Assessments shall continue at key developmental stages through high school graduation, with:

Re-screening and re-evaluation for emerging or late-identified conditions;
Expanded access to IEPs, 504 plans, and neurodivergent-specific supports;
A process that prioritizes inclusion, dignity, and family-centered planning.

(c) If a child is diagnosed with a lifelong or high-support disability before age 3, the following shall be immediately initiated:

Family support planning, including day and night nursing if needed;
Access to specialized day programs focused on care, creativity, and agency, not compliance or institutional control;
Emotional and financial support for caregivers;
Beginning at diagnosis, the system shall begin permanent care planning for adulthood, including:

Legal guardianship or alternatives;
Housing pathways;
Community integration;
And plans for when the parent or guardian is no longer able to care for them.

(d) No parent or caregiver shall be required to provide 24/7, 365 care for a child or adult with high-support needs without access to:

In-home nursing and night care;
Safe, inclusive day programming;
Personal time, rest, and capacity to earn income or maintain relationships.

(e) All services shall be designed to support the whole family and reflect a commitment to:

Anti-ableist, anti-behavioral approaches
Love-centered care that prioritizes joy, autonomy
Lifelong planning , not crisis-based stopgaps.

Section 18: Reparative Education, Lifelong Learning, and Generational Economic Empowerment

(a) Education shall include a core national curriculum in:

Financial literacy;
History of the United States, inclusive of slavery, Indigenous genocide, colonization, redlining, forced sterilization, and other systems of brutality;
Intercultural learning and inclusive language;
Neurodivergence, disability justice, and mental health understanding

(b) Beginning in high school, all students shall receive:

Individualized counseling and assessment to identify interests, strengths, and potential career pathways;
Exposure to professional, trade, creative, and caregiving occupations;
Clear, supported transitions into tuition-free postsecondary pathways.

(c) Postsecondary education, including 2-year and 4-year universities, graduate programs (JD, MD, MS, PhD, etc.), and trade school and union training , shall be free and accessible to all U.S. residents.

(d) All students, regardless of discipline, shall receive instruction in:

Business foundations and income strategy;
Tax law, retirement planning, and insurance literacy;
Emotional intelligence and communication;
Grant writing, entrepreneurship, and cooperative economics.

(e) Artists, caregivers, and nontraditional workers shall be:

Taught how to support themselves through mixed-income strategies;
Offered access to public grants, residencies, and mentorship;
Included in all job infrastructure programs as essential contributors to cultural well-being.

Reparations and Land Sovereignty

(f) Reparations to Black Americans and Indigenous Nations shall be codified through:

Direct and generational cash payments;
Tax-free housing grants, education access, and land restoration;
Debt cancellation and equity-building initiatives;
Guaranteed family and community wealth pathways across generations.

(g) Indigenous land shall be returned and restored:

Any land currently occupied by towns or cities shall result in municipal payments to the sovereign tribal nation;
Indigenous governments may choose full sovereignty, co-governance, or public partnership on occupied lands;
All reservations shall be fully resourced to function as self-governed municipalities, with infrastructure for healthcare, housing, transportation, water, and education.

Article XV: Digital Sovereignty and Humane Justice

Section 1: Digital and Data Rights

All individuals shall have full ownership and control over their personal data, including biometric, behavioral, financial, medical, and online activity data.
The sale of personal data shall be illegal without the individual's explicit, case-specific consent.
Every person has the right to permanent deletion of their digital footprint and search history.
AI systems must be trained with ethically sourced data, and where commercial use of individual likeness, writing, artwork, or voice is applied, direct compensation to the original creator is required.
Algorithms used in hiring, healthcare, education, or criminal justice must be publicly disclosed, auditable, and challengeable.
All individuals shall have the right to opt out of facial recognition and location tracking, and this opt-out must be honored across public and private institutions.

Section 2: Right to a Secure Digital Infrastructure

The Internet shall be classified as a public utility and must be provided affordably to every household.
Each person has the right to encryption, data security, and protection from cyber surveillance not authorized through independent public oversight.
No personal device or service can be rendered inoperable or inaccessible due to corporate control, remote deactivation, or unilateral AI enforcement.

Section 3: Justice and Incarceration Reform

Incarceration shall not be punitive, but rehabilitative and transformative.
All incarcerated persons retain the full rights of education, healthcare, mental health care, communication with family, and legal support.
Prison labor must be voluntary and fairly compensated.
All prisons shall be publicly operated, with no private profit models permitted in incarceration or mental health detention.
Upon release, individuals are guaranteed:

Transitional housing
Job training and placement
Therapy and reintegration services
Expungement of offenses after demonstrated rehabilitation (when applicable)

Section 4: Police and Enforcement Transformation

All law enforcement agencies shall be centralized under a unified code of ethics, rooted in the principle of service and protection.
Militarized forces (e.g. SWAT) shall be heavily restricted and require public approval for deployment.
All officers must be trained in:

De-escalation
Disability and neurodiversity awareness
Crisis intervention
Anti-bias and anti-racist practices

Complaints against officers shall be investigated by an independent civilian board with prosecutorial power.

37th Amendment: Climate Accountability and Ecological Preservation

Section 1: National Commitment to Renewable Energy

Within 10 years of ratification, the United States shall transition all federal, state, and municipal buildings to operate on 100% renewable energy, primarily solar and wind.
Within 15 years, 85% of all buildings (residential and commercial) must integrate renewable energy generation. The federal government will subsidize this with zero-interest loans and no up-front cost options for low- and middle-income households.
All new construction and major permitted renovations shall be required to install renewable infrastructure that offsets a minimum of 25% of its expected energy use.
Utility monopolies may not block distributed solar or wind installation and must comply with net metering laws that favor residents and small businesses.

Section 2: Coastal and Ecological Protection

No new residential or commercial structures may be built within designated climate vulnerability zones, including erosion-prone coastlines, wildfire corridors, and flood plains.
Existing structures in high-risk zones will be offered pre-disaster relocation buyouts at fair market value, funded by a national resilience trust.
Any land deemed high-risk that is vacated by residential retreat will be preserved as public green space, ecological sanctuary, or reclaimed wetland buffer zones.
A minimum of 30% of all U.S. coastlines shall be declared permanently undevelopable conservation zones.

Section 3: End of Fossil Fuel Expansion

No new permits shall be issued for the extraction of oil, coal, or natural gas after ratification of this amendment.
Within 20 years, all federal subsidies and tax credits to fossil fuel companies shall be permanently ended.
Any company seeking to continue extraction must:

Pay into a national climate remediation fund
Demonstrate a net-zero plan including full ecological restoration of extraction sites
Be subject to independent carbon impact audits annually

Section 4: Climate Justice

Climate resilience funds must prioritize frontline communities, including low-income households, Indigenous nations, rural areas, and communities of color, who face disproportionate risks.
Displaced individuals due to climate disaster shall have the right to:

Full relocation support
New housing with renewable infrastructure
Access to healthcare and trauma-informed services
Preferential access to jobs created through the green economy transition

38th Amendment to the United States Constitution: National Service and Civic Reciprocity

Section 1: Universal Service Expectation

Every citizen of the United States shall complete a minimum of two years of national service between the ages of 18 and 30. This service may be:

Military service
Domestic service (e.g., AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, a revived WPA)
Education- or healthcare-based service (e.g., teaching in underserved communities, staffing rural clinics)
Environmental restoration, conservation, or infrastructure

Service may be completed in:

A single two-year term
Two one-year terms
Or integrated into part-time service over five years

Accommodations and equivalencies will be made for disabled individuals, caregivers, and others for whom full-time participation may present hardship.

Section 2: Compensation and Support

During service, individuals shall receive:

Living wages based on regional cost of living
Healthcare and housing
Access to skills training and certification applicable to future careers
A post-service educational grant to be used for higher education, trade school, or housing down payment
Student loan forgiveness for participants with existing debt

Section 3: Educational Integration

Enrollees may choose to complete education prior to service.
Individuals entering service post-graduation in fields like medicine, education, or law will be matched with areas of high need, including rural, underserved, and tribal communities.
Service members in all branches of the military shall be guaranteed access to:

Trade licenses and vocational credentials
College credits or full degrees while serving
Transitional support for reintegration into civilian life, including job placement and mental health services

Section 4: Equity and Representation

No individual shall be assigned service involuntarily or without input into their area of contribution.
Assignments will consider regional need, skill compatibility, and consent.
A national oversight board, composed of veterans, educators, social workers, and community leaders , shall oversee placements, grievances, and systemic equity.

Section 5: National Identity of Care

The purpose of this service is not merely economic. It is cultural. It is a national rite of reciprocity that roots every citizen in the shared labor of care, repair, and protection.
This service shall not be militarized in spirit. It shall be driven by the belief that to give is to belong, and that the United States is held together not just by law, by participation in one another’s lives.

39th Amendment to the United States Constitution: Civic Literacy and National Memory

Section 1: Universal Civic Education

Every student in the United States shall receive comprehensive civic education from early childhood through high school graduation, integrated across disciplines and life stages. Civic education shall include:

Foundations of U.S. governance and the Constitution
Voting systems, redistricting, and electoral access
Responsibilities and rights of citizenship
Public policy and community organizing
Indigenous sovereignty and land rights
The full history of enslavement, colonization, civil rights struggles, labor movements, and the fight for gender and disability equity

Civics shall not be siloed, it shall be woven into art, literature, history, media literacy, and science.

Section 2: Truth and National Memory

All students shall be taught an accurate, unflinching history of the United States, including but not limited to:

Slavery and its enduring legacy
Genocide and displacement of Indigenous peoples
Immigration, exclusion, and labor exploitation
The history of protest, resistance, and civil disobedience
LGBTQ+ and disability rights movements
Reparations, land back, and transitional justice as evolving frameworks

There shall be no opt-out, no “alternative curriculum,” and no erasure.

Section 3: Cultural Competency and Social Empathy

Each grade level shall include age-appropriate instruction in:

Interpersonal ethics, care work, and restorative justice
Neurodiversity, disability awareness, and accessible design
Economic systems, inequality, and mutual aid
Media literacy and digital truth discernment

Students will learn how to identify misinformation, navigate complexity, and engage with both compassion and critical thinking.

Section 4: Curriculum Equity and Oversight

A federally funded, independent Civics Curriculum Commission shall develop and maintain the national standard, drawing on historians, educators, community elders, and students.
States may offer additional content, but they may not dilute or substitute the federal baseline.
Public education shall be funded equitably, regardless of district wealth or ZIP code.
Schools found to systematically obstruct or distort civic truth shall face federal oversight and funding consequences.

Section 5: Lifelong Civic Access

All civic education resources shall be made freely available to the public in multiple languages and accessible formats.
Adults shall have access to ongoing civic literacy courses through public libraries, community centers, and digital platforms.
Returning citizens (post-incarceration), new immigrants, and those who were denied fair education shall receive priority support for re-engagement in civic life.

40th Amendment to the United States Constitution: Caregiver and Civic Contribution Amendment

Section 1: Recognition of Unpaid Labor

The unpaid labor of caregiving, including parenting, elder care, disability care, and household management , shall be recognized as essential labor that contributes to the functioning and economic stability of the United States.

No citizen shall be made economically invisible because their work is done in the home, in private, or outside the traditional wage system.

Section 2: Universal Caregiver Wage

Any individual providing full-time care, whether for a child, dependent adult, disabled person, or household, shall be entitled to a Universal Living Wage. This wage shall:

Be calculated based on the local cost of living
Be funded through federal taxation, including corporate contributions
Not be subject to work requirements, means testing, or marital status
Be portable, accessible even if the caregiver moves, becomes ill, or transitions to other forms of labor

Section 3: Caregiver Time Credit System

In addition to the base caregiver wage, a Caregiver Time Credit system shall be established, whereby individuals may earn additional benefits, retirement credits, or service bonuses for:

Providing unpaid elder or disability care
Volunteering in schools, libraries, or local service centers
Participating in civic programs, artistic creation, or public health initiatives
Engaging in cultural and historical enrichment, such as museum visits, storytelling, or language preservation

Time Credits shall be non-monetary but convertible, meaning they can be exchanged for access to public services, continuing education, or additional paid leave.

Section 4: Healthcare Integration

Any individual receiving a caregiver wage shall be automatically enrolled in a comprehensive national healthcare plan. This includes:

Mental health services
Respite care and substitute caregiver support
Home medical visits and community nursing
Access to community advocates who help coordinate care, benefits, and services

Section 5: Lifetime Support for Long-Term Care

Caregivers of dependents who will require lifelong care shall have access to:

Guaranteed housing and income support
Flexible caregiving options, including day programs and overnight care
Transition planning services when caregivers are aging or deceased
Institutional support that respects dignity, autonomy, and neurodiversity

Section 6: Data and Labor Protections

Caregiver labor shall be formally included in national labor statistics, economic indicators, and census data. No caregiver shall be penalized in retirement, Social Security, or credit scoring for choosing unpaid labor over employment.

Article 7: Social Security as a Right & Wealth-Equity Contribution

Section 1: Social Security as a Universal Right

Every resident of the United States shall be guaranteed a Social Security income in retirement, tied to the national living wage and adjusted annually for cost of living. This income is:

Guaranteed, not earned, it is not contingent on prior employment
Funded by a fixed percentage of all income, whether from wages, caregiver stipends, grants, or business profits
Available beginning at age 60, with no penalties for early access
Lifetime, portable, and inherited by dependent spouses or disabled adult children

Section 2: Social Security Growth & Sustainability

To maintain solvency and ensure growth, all contributions to Social Security shall be:

Held in a federally administered public investment fund
Invested in diversified, ethical, and low-volatility vehicles
Required to yield a minimum annual return of 5%, averaged across rolling 10-year periods
Transparent and publicly accountable, with citizen oversight councils

Section 3: Flat Contribution, Graduated Tax

All income, regardless of source or amount, shall contribute a flat percentage (e.g. 5%) to Social Security. However:

Individuals earning over $1 million per year will be taxed at no less than 35% on all income above that threshold
Individuals earning over $10 million per year shall be taxed at 40% or more, depending on federal need and budget surplus
No deductions, loopholes, or income shields may be used to evade these contributions

Section 4: Capital Liquidity Taxation

To eliminate tax avoidance through asset borrowing:

All liquidated gains, whether through sale or loan against stock portfolios, property, or business shares, shall be taxed as income
Exceptions shall apply only to essential expenses, including primary housing, medical care, education, and utilities

Section 5: Public Utilities as a Human Right

The following services shall no longer be privatized:

Water
Electricity
Heat
Internet
Sanitation and wastewater
AI

These services shall be managed by public or cooperative entities and priced affordably on a sliding scale, based on income and household size.

Governance & Representation Amendment

The People’s Clause

Section 1: Public Service as Service

All elected officials, federal, state, and local, shall be classified as public servants, bound to the same standards of labor and compensation as the people they serve:

They shall receive a national living wage and publicly funded healthcare, equivalent to that provided to all residents
Their retirement contributions shall match standard Social Security deductions and terms
They shall be prohibited from holding multiple income-generating positions while in office

Section 2: Term & Age Limits

To prevent generational power hoarding and ensure civic turnover:

Senators shall serve no more than 2 terms (12 years total)
House Representatives shall serve no more than 6 terms (12 years total)
Justices and judges shall be subject to age caps and 18-year term limits, with staggered rotations
Presidents shall remain limited to two terms
Age limits for all Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches is 65 at the beginning of the last term

Section 3: Representative Equity

Congress and all elected bodies shall reflect the demographics of the population they represent. To ensure this:

Redistricting shall be automated and overseen by independent citizen commissions, with no party or partisan oversight
Gerrymandering is unconstitutional and all existing maps must be redrawn by algorithmic fairness tools based on geography and census
Demographic representation will be assessed every 10 years, and failure to meet equity thresholds will trigger a temporary appointment mandate to restore representation

Section 4: Financial Transparency & Asset Isolation

To sever financial conflicts of interest:

All elected officials, candidates for office, and senior public servants must place all assets, business interests, and holdings into a federally regulated blind trust for the duration of their service
They may not receive payments, retainers, or royalties during that time, including passive income not held in the trust
Upon leaving office, they shall be barred from working as a lobbyist, board member, or consultant for a period of 10 years

Section 5: Abolition of Lobbying

Lobbying as a private, corporate, or donor-driven practice is hereby:

Abolished in all forms, replaced by a transparent citizen petition and hearing system
Corporate influence over legislation, campaign finance, or judicial appointment is unconstitutional
All former lobbyists are barred from transitioning into government roles, and vice versa

Judicial Term Limits & Accountability Amendment

“No Kings in Robes” Clause

Section 1: End of Lifetime Appointments

All federal judges, including Supreme Court Justices, Appellate, District, and Administrative Law Judges, shall serve fixed, non-renewable 18-year terms
Terms shall be staggered, such that no more than one new Justice is appointed to the Supreme Court every two years
Judges currently serving lifetime appointments shall transition to senior status after 18 years, retaining title but not decision-making power

Section 2: Merit-Based Appointment & Retention

All judicial appointments shall follow a transparent public review process, including:

Publication of a full legal record
Mandatory ethics disclosures and conflict-of-interest statements
Testimony from a bipartisan Citizens' Review Panel, not just Senate hearings

Judges may be removed for cause, including bias, misconduct, or incapacity, through a national judicial oversight board, independent from Congress or the Executive branch

Section 3: Ethical Oversight & Recusal

A federal Code of Judicial Ethics shall apply to all judges, including SCOTUS, with:

Enforceable recusal standards
Annual financial and conduct disclosures
Whistleblower protections for judicial staff

No Justice may hear a case involving:

A party they have worked with or advised
Any matter they publicly commented on prior to confirmation

Section 4: Democratic Access

All federal courts shall allow free, real-time public livestreaming of proceedings, with archival access to rulings and oral arguments
All written opinions must be plain-language accessible within 14 days of release, for public understanding and education

Judicial Representation & Supreme Court Expansion Amendment

“Representation is the Remedy” Clause

Section 1: Supreme Court Expansion

The Supreme Court of the United States shall be expanded to 18 Justices
All new appointments shall be staggered every two years, ensuring predictable, fair rotation
No Justice shall serve more than one 18-year term
This expansion shall take effect within 90 days of this amendment’s ratification

Section 2: Representative Bench

The composition of the Supreme Court, and all federal courts, shall reflect the demographic makeup of the United States, based on the most recent decennial Census
This includes, but is not limited to:

Gender identity representation proportional to national data
Racial and ethnic representation, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, Hispanic/Latine, Asian American, Pacific Islander, and multiracial communities
Neurodivergent, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion

If a seat reserved for a historically underrepresented group is vacated, it shall remain open until filled by an eligible candidate from that group

Section 3: Public Service Pipeline

Civics education from preschool through higher education shall include:

Education on democratic structures, legal history, and constitutional development
Hands-on training in advocacy, public service, and legislative participation
Mentorship programs connecting students from underrepresented communities to government, judicial, and legal career paths

Every child in the U.S. shall have an opportunity to serve, lead, and build within democratic structures

Section 4: Constitutional Literacy

All public servants, including Justices, shall receive ongoing education on:

Historical inequities in U.S. law and governance
Anti-racist and anti-colonial frameworks
Disability justice, gender equity, and inclusive governance

Supreme Court decisions shall include plain-language interpretations and public discussion summaries accessible in multiple languages

Section 2.1: Gender Identity Inclusion

Gender representation shall not be limited to a binary construct. Appointments to federal courts, including the Supreme Court, shall reflect the full gender spectrum, including:

Women
Men
Non-binary individuals
Transgender individuals, whether binary or non-binary
Two-Spirit and culturally specific gender identities as recognized by Indigenous nations and global communities

The minimum threshold for representation shall not fall below the known demographic estimates, but efforts shall be made to over-represent historically marginalized identities where safe, appropriate, and possible, until parity in societal outcomes is achieved.
Government demographic reporting shall:

Be updated every 5 years with opt-in, confidential identity data
Include a third category field beyond male/female for all federal documents
Allow individuals to self-identify across multiple dimensions of gender, including trans status, non-binary status, and intersex

The process of nomination and confirmation shall actively seek candidates from underrepresented gender identities, with priority outreach through:

Legal advocacy orgs like TLDEF, Lambda Legal, Trans Law Center
Bar associations representing LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and disabled attorneys

The Media Truth & Information Integrity Amendment

Section 1: Public Access to Factual Information

All residents of the United States shall have free and equal access to non-partisan, publicly funded news and weather reporting.
A National Independent News & Information Service (NINIS) shall be established as a public utility, overseen by an independent ethics board composed of:

Journalists
Fact-checkers
Scientists
Public servants
Ethicists from marginalized communities

NINIS shall be constitutionally protected from:

Government interference
Corporate ownership
Political lobbying or financial influence

All news, weather, climate, and emergency reporting from NINIS shall be:

Freely accessible to the public (broadcast, online, audio, and in ASL)
Available in all major languages spoken in the U.S.
Required to include context, sources, and verifiable citations

Section 2: Corporate Media Accountability

All privately owned news entities shall:

Include a disclosure statement on ownership, funding sources, and any political affiliations at the beginning of each broadcast or published piece
Be required to clearly distinguish between opinion and fact
Be subject to journalistic integrity audits by a rotating independent panel (randomly selected, similar to jury duty)

Repeated dissemination of knowingly false or misleading information that causes harm (especially during elections, emergencies, or public health crises) shall trigger:

Public hearings
Fines proportional to annual revenue
Possible temporary suspension of broadcasting license

Section 3: Civics + Media Literacy Education

Media literacy shall be part of core civics education from age 6 to 18 and available free to adults as continuing education
All students shall be taught:

How to identify misinformation and disinformation
How algorithms work
How to distinguish between fact, sponsored content, satire, and propaganda

The Public Information Equity Act

Section 1: Public Right to Verified Information

Every person has the right to free, factual, accessible information related to:

News
Weather
Climate
Emergency alerts
Scientific developments
Civic processes

The National Independent News & Information Service (NINIS) shall be created as a publicly funded, politically neutral agency to:

Deliver 24/7 reporting across multiple platforms
Translate content into major U.S. languages and formats (including ASL and plain language)
Publish all sources, corrections, and funding disclosures transparently

Section 2: Media Transparency and Oversight

All private news organizations must:

Label opinion, commentary, satire, and AI-generated content clearly
Disclose all ownership, funding, and political affiliations
Submit to routine, randomized ethics audits by an independent rotating panel

Entities that repeatedly and knowingly spread harmful disinformation, especially during elections or public health emergencies, will face:

Revenue-based fines
Temporary license suspensions
Permanent bans for repeat offenses

Section 3: Media Literacy for All

Civic + Media Literacy Education shall be taught from early education through adulthood and include:

Disinformation detection
Algorithmic bias
Data consent and privacy
The structure of local, state, and federal governance

Adults shall have access to free, government-funded courses on media literacy, AI use, and civic participation, in person, online, and mobile-accessible.

The Public Knowledge and Research Sovereignty Act

Section 1: Research as a Public Good

All research related to:

National security
Public health
Space exploration
Environmental science
Technological innovation
shall be treated as a public service, and findings will be held in the public domain.

Scientists, engineers, doctors, and researchers funded by the public:

Will be compensated with a high, living wage
Will retain academic freedom while bound to public access and transparency standards
May not patent publicly funded discoveries for private ownership.

Section 2: Universal Healthcare Career Equity

Healthcare professionals working under the national system will be paid based on:

Expertise
Patient impact
Cost of living in their region
Willingness to work in underserved areas (incentives apply)

Pay scales will reflect regional equity while preventing high-cost metro monopolies. Relocation bonuses, housing support, will be offered to serve rural and historically neglected communities.

Section 3: Cultural and Humanitarian Advancement

The Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences will receive federal funding as essential elements of public well-being and national identity.
Public institutions such as:

NPR, PBS, the Smithsonian, public libraries, museums, and historic preservation societies
Will be protected by law as independent, nonpartisan, and censorship-free
And guaranteed long-term operational funding through the national budget

Article [Universal Healthcare & Bodily Sovereignty]

from conception through the end of life, care is a right, not a privilege.

Section 1: Universal Coverage, Universal Care

All people shall be covered by a comprehensive, publicly funded healthcare system from the moment of birth (or pregnancy) through natural death.
This care includes, but is not limited to:

Primary and specialist medical care
Emergency care
Mental and behavioral health
Dental and vision
Maternal and infant care
Long-term care and end-of-life support
Gender-affirming care
Preventative and reproductive healthcare
Integrated disability services
Telehealth and mobile care delivery options

Section 2: Pregnancy, Reproductive Autonomy, and Birth

Every person has the right to bodily autonomy.
The decision to continue or terminate a pregnancy shall rest solely with the pregnant person.
The role of the healthcare system is to:

Offer trauma-informed, judgment-free support
Provide timely and affordable access to abortion, birth, adoption, and prenatal/postnatal care
Offer wraparound services to those parenting children (regardless of marital or housing status)

Pregnancy care begins the moment a pregnancy is confirmed. Services shall be made available without delay, discrimination, or cost.

Section 3: No Gaps, No Cracks : Lifetime Coordination of Care

At each life stage, standardized, trauma-informed care coordination will be initiated. No patient shall be left to navigate the system alone.
These supports include:

Patient advocates embedded in every major healthcare system
Proactive outreach if a person files for FMLA, hospitalization, a diagnosis of chronic illness, or mental health crisis
Seamless coordination with housing, education, childcare, employment, and nutrition services

The Department of Education and Department of Health will maintain a shared interface for:

Ensuring that children with chronic illness or disability receive coordinated care across school and healthcare systems
Identifying students or families in distress, with opt-in privacy protections and no penalization

Section 4: Special Protections for Fostered, Orphaned, or Displaced Youth

All children in foster care, group homes, or kinship placement shall be entitled to:

A personal health advocate
A trauma-informed therapist
Uninterrupted access to healthcare, regardless of placement status

No child shall lose medical or mental health coverage due to adoption, relocation, or emancipation.

Section 5: Death with Dignity

All people have the right to choose the terms of their end-of-life care, including:

Advanced directives
Palliative care
Medical aid in dying in states where laws permit, with expansion under federal right-to-dignity statutes

The Human Amendment: Syllabus of Rights and Responsibilities

Article I: The Right to Rest and Time

Minimum 4 weeks mandatory paid time off each year
FMLA-style leave does not cut into rest time
Rest is protected as vital, not optional

Article II: Healthcare as a Human System

Universal healthcare from birth to death
Integrated, holistic, trauma-informed care
Services triggered by life events — not paperwork
Local access or mobile care guaranteed

Article III: Housing as a Right

No corporate ownership beyond 3 properties
Mandatory affordable housing quotas
Universal baseline for amenities and safety
Renewable infrastructure required for all new builds and renovations

Article IV: Early Childhood & Education

Free, universal early childcare starting at birth
Public school from age 3 with wraparound care and meals
Equal funding across districts
Core curriculum includes arts, history, identity, civics, financial literacy

Article V: Disability, Neurodivergence & Lifelong Support

All children assessed from birth to 18 for support needs
Services begin early and never expire
Parents of disabled children are never left unsupported
Community-based day programs and housing options guaranteed

Article VI: Climate Responsibility

No rebuilding in disaster zones
Mandatory renewable integration with every build
Public ownership of utilities: water, electricity, internet
National shift to clean energy prioritized and job-creating

Article VII: Care Work & Compensation

Caregivers (parents, adult children, partners) paid a living wage
Universal wage tied to contribution, not corporate employment
Paid civic hours for volunteerism, cultural work, and mutual aid

Article VIII: Higher Education & Trade

Tuition-free college and vocational school
Career counseling embedded in high school
Artists trained in entrepreneurship
All military service includes educational development

Article IX: Service & Reintegration

Two years of public service required flexible and accessible
Reintegration for incarcerated people includes education, therapy, and support
No private prisons or mental health facilities

Article X: Truth & Media

Public information equity: news, weather, data are public services
No propaganda, no paid influence, no private gatekeeping
Curriculum includes media literacy and historical truth

Article XI: Taxation & Wealth Equity

No borrowing against untaxed stock portfolios
Tax floors based on income tiers
Universal retirement fund built on contributions + compound growth
Publicly funded universal Social Security, early retirement options

Article XII: Representation & Governance

Term limits and age caps for all federal officials
No lobbying, no revolving doors
Elected leaders must reflect the demographics they serve
SCOTUS expansion and term limits
All judicial appointments are time-bound

Article XIII: Indigenous Sovereignty & Black Reparations

Land and sovereignty rights restored
Municipalities pay rent or cede land back to tribal governments
Full investment in Black generational wealth and community repair
Reservations developed into fully functioning self-governed cities if desired

Article XIV: Gender, Identity, and Belonging

All systems must include non-binary and trans representation
Identity is not a threat to structure it is structure
Policy reflects reality, not binary imagination

Public Service & Leadership Standards

All public servants, elected, appointed, or hired, are accountable to the people.
This includes federal, state, county, and city-level government leaders:
Presidents, Governors, Mayors, Senators, Representatives, Judges, Prosecutors, Law Enforcement Chiefs, Cabinet Members, Commissioners, and any individual in a leadership role entrusted with public resources, power, or governance.

Eligibility Restrictions

No person may run for, be appointed to, or hold any public office at the federal, state, county, or city level if they:

Have a felony conviction of any kind.
Are currently in litigation or under investigation for a felony offense.
Have been dishonorably discharged from military service.
Are under a current restraining order, including but not limited to orders of protection related to domestic violence, stalking, or harassment.
Have been convicted or are in litigation for:

Domestic violence
Child abuse
Sexual assault
Elder abuse

Have been found guilty of violating public trust through fraud, embezzlement, or abuse of office.

Governance Requirements

All public servants must place financial holdings and business interests into a blind trust for the full duration of their service.
Term limits and age limits will be enacted for all positions.
All public officials will face a lifetime ban on lobbying and may not work in industries directly influenced by their former office for a minimum of 10 years.
Regular ethics audits will be conducted by an independent public oversight board.
Any public official who is found to have lied under oath shall be:

Immediately recalled from office, regardless of rank or position.
Guaranteed due process under the Constitution.
Subject to a mandatory investigation.
Replaced via a special election to be held within 90 days of the recall, ensuring democratic succession and transparency.

Representation Requirements

Government bodies must mirror the demographics of the population they represent.
This includes proportional representation across lines of:

Race and ethnicity
Gender identity and expression
Sexual orientation
Disability status
Age group
Socioeconomic background

Specific seats will be held open for Indigenous nations and nonbinary or transgender representation, regardless of election outcomes, to ensure inclusion in all governance processes.

Article XX: Territorial Sovereignty and Statehood Inclusion

The United States recognizes and affirms the full dignity, autonomy, and self-determination of all its territories and the District of Columbia. These regions shall be guaranteed a binding and timely vote, led and decided by their residents, to determine their future status.

Section 1: Pathways of Choice
Each of the following territories shall be offered two clear and actionable options by national referendum:

· Statehood: Immediate and full admission into the United States as a state, including:

o Full representation in both the House and Senate

o Equal access to federal funding, disaster relief, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and legal protections

o Inclusion in all national laws and constitutional protections

· Sovereign Independence :A fully supported transition to an autonomous nation, including:

o Fifty years of transitional federal aid

o Infrastructure development and economic planning assistance

o Education, healthcare, weather migration planning, and environmental impact mitigation

o Continued visa access, trade cooperation, and eligibility for dual-citizenship status where applicable

This provision applies to the following territories:

· Puerto Rico

· Guam

· American Samoa

· U.S. Virgin Islands

· Northern Mariana Islands

· Republic of the Marshall Islands

· Federated States of Micronesia

· Republic of Palau

Section 2: District of Columbia
The District of Columbia shall be granted immediate full statehood upon ratification of this amendment. It shall have equal standing with all other U.S. states, including:

· Two seats in the U.S. Senate

· Congressional representation based on population

· Full voting rights in all national elections

· Access to federal resources as defined for all states

Section 3: Timelines and Enforcement

· A binding referendum must be held in each territory within 24 months of ratification.

· The outcome must be honored and implemented within 36 months of the vote.

· The federal government shall establish a dedicated task force to ensure equitable implementation, prevent exploitation, and guarantee resource continuity.

Article XXI: The Transformation of National Defense

Section 1: Redefining National Defense

The mission of the Department of Defense shall be reframed to prioritize protection of life, peacekeeping, humanitarian aid, environmental resilience, and digital and physical infrastructure defense. No longer will the primary purpose of the military-industrial complex be global dominance or profiteering. The focus shall shift to protection, prevention, restoration, and global cooperation.

Section 2: The End of the War Economy

All defense contractors shall be audited.
No private corporation shall profit from war.
Permanent contracts that allow for unlimited cost overruns shall be abolished.
Wartime profiteering shall be a federal crime.
The manufacture of weapons of war will return to public control, under a civilian-run Office of Ethical Production.

Section 3: Military Service Reform

Military service shall be one pathway of national service but never the only one.
All military personnel shall be provided with tuition-free education, mental health care, housing, and career retraining upon exit.
A person may only enlist at age 18 or older.
All service members shall be required to complete civic education, trauma-informed psychology training, and international law coursework, including the Geneva Conventions.
The use of unmanned drones, chemical warfare, and AI-based kill decisions shall be strictly regulated or banned under international ethical frameworks.

Section 4: Domestic Deployment Limits

The U.S. military shall not be used against its own people.
Domestic deployment of armed federal forces shall be unconstitutional except in the case of natural disasters or with express approval of both Congress and a civilian oversight panel.
No military branch shall be allowed to surveil citizens, collect domestic data, or act in a policing capacity without a declaration of emergency and transparent judicial oversight.

Section 5: Global Presence Reduction

The United States shall reduce its overseas military footprint by 50% within 10 years.
All military bases abroad shall be subject to periodic review, local vote of consent, and phase-out if no longer serving a critical defense role.
The U.S. shall rejoin and support global peacekeeping operations under the United Nations and other cooperative bodies, with no unilateral warfare allowed without Congressional and international authorization.

Section 6: Climate, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Defense

The Department of Defense shall allocate at least 25% of its annual budget to nonviolent national defense initiatives, including:

Cybersecurity and digital sovereignty
Climate resilience and disaster response
Grid and infrastructure modernization
Environmental protection from corporate and foreign degradation

A new Environmental Defense Corps shall be created under the DoD umbrella, focused on protecting U.S. lands, waters, and vulnerable communities from climate threats.

Section 7: Intelligence Reform

Intelligence agencies shall be consolidated, demilitarized where possible, and brought under strict public oversight.
Secret courts, warrantless surveillance, and indefinite detentions shall be abolished.
Whistleblower protections shall be expanded.
All classified military operations must be reviewed by an independent civilian ethics board every 2 years.

Section 8: Full Equity and Equal Rights Within the Military

All persons serving in the United States military shall be guaranteed full and equal rights, protections, and access to opportunity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or citizenship status.
Discrimination of any kind shall be grounds for immediate investigation and removal from leadership positions.
All jobs in the military shall be open to all qualified individuals. There shall be no gender-based, identity-based, or ability-based exclusion from service roles, leadership opportunities, or training access.
Comprehensive anti-discrimination and inclusivity training will be required annually for every rank and division.
Protections for whistleblowers reporting discrimination or abuse shall be expanded and strictly enforced.

Section 9: The Military as Public Service with a Living Wage

All members of the United States military shall be recognized as public servants, not just soldiers. Their compensation and support shall reflect that role.
Every member of the armed forces shall receive a guaranteed living wage, no less than the baseline required to secure housing, food, healthcare, transportation, and child care in their region.
No active-duty service member shall be eligible for SNAP or emergency assistance, because their wages will be sufficient to thrive.
Military families will receive universal healthcare, mental health support, and fully subsidized child care.
Housing stipends shall match local cost of living and allow families to live near base without cost burdens.
The Department of Defense will maintain a national minimum compensation standard tied to inflation and adjusted annually.
A public oversight board will ensure that no active-duty service member or veteran lives in poverty.

Section 10: Sacred Stewardship of Our Veterans

The United States shall regard its veterans with the highest esteem, recognizing their contributions as enduring acts of public service.
Every veteran, regardless of rank or length of service, shall receive:

Universal and lifelong healthcare, including mental health care, dental, vision, and specialist services.
Safe, accessible housing at no cost if they are unhoused or in need.
Guaranteed access to education, job training, and employment support.
A living pension that reflects both their service and their dignity.
Full access to caregiving and long-term support as needed, without bureaucratic barriers.

All veterans will be entitled to a formal military burial, with honors, regardless of income or circumstance.
A National Veterans Council, composed of veterans from every branch and identity, shall be established to advise and oversee veteran affairs, ensuring policies are just, inclusive, and continually evolving.

ARTICLE XX: Global Justice and Diplomatic Responsibility
The United States affirms its commitment to collective peace, international accountability, and the protection of human rights through active participation in transparent and enforceable global systems.

1. Distinction Between Governments and People
The United States shall formally recognize the difference between authoritarian governments and the people living under them. U.S. policy will reflect this distinction in both its diplomacy and humanitarian aid.

2. International Coalitions to Deter Authoritarianism
The United States will join with other democracies and sovereign nations to establish a global compact aimed at identifying and responding to fascist, authoritarian, or oligarchic regimes that commit crimes against humanity or violate international law. Responses shall be:

o Swift

o Coordinated

o Punitive, including sanctions, travel bans, financial asset freezes, and diplomatic isolation

o Centered around civilian protection and support for resistance movements, dissidents, and journalists

3. Immediate Enforcement of ICC and UN Warrants
Any leader under warrant by the International Criminal Court (ICC) or resolutions by the United Nations regarding human rights violations will be subject to immediate arrest upon entering U.S. jurisdiction or that of its allied nations. Failure to comply will result in loss of diplomatic recognition and trade privileges.

4. United States as a Signatory and Enforcer
The United States will become and remain a signatory to the Rome Statute of the ICC, as well as all Geneva Conventions and any updated global human rights accords. U.S. enforcement agencies will cooperate with international courts and investigative bodies.

5. No Immunity for War Crimes or Genocide
No leader, current or former, shall be immune from investigation or prosecution for war crimes, genocide, or crimes against humanity, including American officials. The United States will uphold and enforce its obligations without exception.

6. Restoration and Reparations
The United States will establish a Department of Global Reparations and Restoration, tasked with acknowledging and repairing historic harms committed or supported by the U.S., including:

o Covert destabilization of foreign governments

o Economic exploitation through IMF and World Bank policy

o Support of dictatorships during the Cold War and beyond

o Colonial and neocolonial extraction
Reparations will take the form of debt relief, climate aid, infrastructure rebuilding, education access, and cultural preservation efforts, in direct collaboration with affected nations.

7. New Model of Diplomatic Engagement
U.S. embassies and foreign policy outposts shall be reconstructed as Centers of Global Collaboration, publicly funded institutions responsible for:

o Promoting civil society partnerships

o Supporting independent journalism

o Coordinating disaster and climate resilience efforts

o Hosting international service exchange programs rooted in solidarity, not supremacy

8. Democracy Watch and Civilian Oversight
A permanent, independent Democracy Watch Coalition will be formed, a multinational body of civilian advocates, researchers, and observers with rotating memberships. This body will monitor emerging threats to democracy, flag authoritarian creep, and issue quarterly public reports.

9. Transitional Justice and Democratic Recovery
Nations recovering from dictatorship, genocide, or prolonged occupation must be supported through a transparent and collaborative global process called Democratic Recovery, not regime change, not nation building, but reweaving.

This process includes:

· Truth Commissions: Similar to South Africa’s post-apartheid model, truth and reconciliation commissions will be funded and supported to gather testimony, preserve records, and acknowledge harm publicly and permanently.

· Unlearning Systems of Control: Psychological, educational, and media-based support will be implemented to help unwind state propaganda and generational trauma caused by authoritarianism, occupation, and religious militarism.

· Leadership Accountability: Any sitting or former leader complicit in war crimes, apartheid, or ethnic cleansing shall be investigated, tried, and if found guilty, removed from international standing. The process will be subject to international due process and enforceable via ICC warrants and coalition agreement.

· Collective Restoration: A Global Democratic Recovery Corps will be created, an international civilian peace force composed of teachers, counselors, election monitors, constitutional lawyers, restorative justice facilitators, and infrastructure experts, trained to deploy post-conflict.

10. The United States as Global Connector, Not Commander
The U.S. will formally step away from its self-appointed role as world police. Instead:

· The U.S. will become an equity-based diplomatic bridge, ensuring all nations, including those historically marginalized, are at the table.

· U.S. military spending will be realigned to prioritize global collaboration, peacekeeping under civilian authority, environmental response, and anti-authoritarian alliances. Combat missions will be the absolute last resort.

· The U.S. Department of State will be restructured to include a Department of Global Equity and Transitional Democracy, with international officers embedded in regions emerging from conflict.

· Any intervention, humanitarian or diplomatic, will be done in coalition with open reporting, independent civilian oversight, and binding accountability.

11. A New Model of Aid and Presence
A new global program will be created, Humanity Corps, a sister entity to USAID, but with deeper reach:

· It will not just offer food, water, and medical supplies, but trauma-informed care, media literacy, democratic training, and peace-centered infrastructure rebuilding.

· It will explicitly not be used for leverage, political interference, or corporate contracts.

· Humanity Corps will operate in tandem with local governments and diaspora networks, ensuring that aid supports sovereignty and long-term independence.

Article XXI: Global Equity, Accountability, and Collaboration

1. Criminal Accountability for Authoritarian Leaders
All sitting or former world leaders complicit in genocide, ethnic cleansing, political imprisonment, disinformation warfare, environmental destruction, or prolonged authoritarian rule will be investigated and tried in an independent, binding international tribunal. This includes but is not limited to leaders such as Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong-un, and Benjamin Netanyahu.

ICC Enforcement Expansion: All nations participating in this Constitution will recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court and expand its enforcement authority.
Sanctions will be decoupled from partisan politics and instead executed under a collective vote of the Global Justice Consortium.

2. Global Tax Equity and Decentralization of Wealth
Billionaires, oligarchs, multinational corporations, and financial institutions will be bound to a global taxation treaty to fund planetary survival.

No more offshore accounts: All banking activity must be disclosed to the Global Revenue Ledger (GRL), a universal system of transparency.
All luxury goods, art, and assets held abroad (including in nations such as Switzerland or the Cayman Islands) will be registered and taxed at their country of origin’s rate—or the global equity rate, whichever is higher.

Asset hoarding will be disincentivized through luxury surplus taxation, with proceeds directly funding health, housing, and climate initiatives globally.

3. Global STEM and Climate Projects
A unified, nonmilitarized global effort will be initiated for scientific advancement and planetary preservation.

Global Science & STEM Initiative: A multi-nation funded network of research centers focused on climate tech, public health, ethical AI, clean energy, and disease eradication.
Global Weather Intelligence Grid: A shared, publicly accessible satellite and sensor-based system to track, model, and prepare for extreme weather events, climate shifts, and ecological disruptions.
All data will be open-source and protected from corporate or governmental suppression. Data is a public resource, not a commodity.

4. International Art and Culture Transparency Act

All artwork, historical artifacts, and cultural treasures held in private hands or in storage will be subject to public registration.
If held in off-shore locations (e.g., freeports in Geneva), they must be declared, taxed, and made viewable digitally by the public.
Cultural property repatriation: Stolen or colonially acquired art and cultural artifacts must be returned to their rightful communities or nations.

5. Redefining Wealth as Stewardship
Wealth will be restructured as a tool for stewardship. Accumulation without contribution will no longer be protected.

Billionaire taxation begins at a base global rate of 5% of net wealth annually, rising incrementally with assets above $1B.
Participation in planetary protection initiatives earns credits, but evasion, secrecy, or hoarding will result in forfeiture of privileges such as international travel, asset security, and participation in global contracts.

Article XXI (Continued): Corporate Accountability and Public Trust

6. Corporations Are Not People

Corporate personhood is abolished. Corporations will no longer enjoy the rights of individuals, including freedom of speech and religious protections.
They may own property and enter contracts, but they will be held accountable as collective legal entities, not as proxies for human rights.
Political contributions are banned. No corporation, LLC, nonprofit, union, or PAC may contribute to political campaigns, directly or indirectly. Public elections will be 100% publicly funded.

7. Full Transparency and Accountability for Elected Officials

No blanket immunity: All elected officials, federal, state, county, or city, will be held to the same criminal and civil laws as the public.
If an official is charged with a felony or found to have lied under oath, they will be immediately placed on administrative leave without pay pending an expedited investigation and trial.
If found guilty, they will be permanently barred from holding any public office again.
Public service is not a shield, it is a higher standard.

8. Structural Equity for Governance

Blind Trust Requirement: All assets, including business ownership, investments, and real estate not used as a primary residence, must be placed in a blind trust while in office. Violations result in automatic disqualification.
No lobbying before or after office: Any person serving in elected office is permanently barred from working as a lobbyist, consultant, or corporate board member in sectors they once governed.
Living wage for all public servants ensures no one enters office out of financial desperation and no one remains to hoard power.

9. Truth and Governance

All campaign promises, published policies, and votes will be logged in a publicly accessible Truth Ledger so voters can track discrepancies and hold officials accountable for misrepresentation or failure to act in good faith.

10. Institutional Checks on Power

Every public office has term and age limits, including the presidency, Congress, and the Supreme Court.
No judicial lifetime appointments.
Public recall systems will be streamlined and standardized nationwide, if trust is breached, people can act swiftly.

Article XXII: Gun Ownership and Public Responsibility

1. The Right to Bear Arms, with Accountability

The right to bear arms is protected, but with it comes the full weight of responsibility.
All firearms and ammunition must be registered, serialized, and trackable—from manufacture to ownership transfer, including all components (e.g., barrels, firing pins, magazines).
Gun ownership requires:

Completion of certified safety and competency training.
Passing both a written and physical proficiency exam.
Psychological screening and annual renewal check-ins.
Firearm insurance, similar to auto liability insurance, adjusted per weapon type and quantity.

2. Banned Weapons

Automatic and semi-automatic weapons, All IED and explosives are prohibited for civilian and police use.
These will be bought back through a federally funded program, modeled after Australia's, no questions asked.
Only active-duty military personnel may operate automatic weapons, and only in designated training or conflict zones.

3. Storage and Use Regulation

Weapons must be secured in a certified gun safe at home and transported with safety locks.
Ammunition purchases are tied to specific registered firearms and tracked.
Illegal modification or possession results in revocation and permanent disqualification from gun ownership.

Article XXIII: Public Transportation, Local Food Access, and School Nutrition

1. Public Transit as a Human Right

Every city, regardless of population, will implement publicly funded, carbon-neutral transit systems, including:

Light rail, electric trams, bike highways, and walkable urban infrastructure.
Expansion of current systems (e.g., The Hop in Milwaukee) as blueprints.
All buses must be electric or renewable-fuel powered within 5 years.
No new roads will be built unless they incorporate sustainable, multimodal transportation design.

2. Grocery Equity and Local Food Sovereignty

Each neighborhood will have access to a grocery store, within walking or public transport distance.
Grocery stores may be:

Cooperatives, owned and operated by the local community.
Public-private hybrids, partially subsidized and regulated to ensure equitable access.

Purchasing preference must be given to local farmers, followed by regional cooperatives.
No food deserts. No price gouging. No monopolies.

3. School Nutrition as Core Healthcare

All public schools will provide three meals per day, free of charge, including breakfast, lunch, and an optional dinner program for after-school care.
Meals will:

Be designed by registered dietitians.
Include whole foods, local produce, and zero processed or ultra-processed options.
Accommodate medical and cultural dietary needs.

4. Agricultural Policy Overhaul

The Department of Agriculture will:

Align national food production with real-time public consumption and nutrition data.
Incentivize crop diversity, soil health, and community-fed agriculture.
Penalize wasteful overproduction and food destruction.
Shift subsidies away from monocropping and chemical-heavy practices toward permaculture, regenerative farming, and edible landscape integration.

Article XXIV: The Restoration of Farming as a Public Good

1. Farming as a Valued Profession

Farming shall be recognized as a protected profession vital to national health, economy, and environmental stewardship.
Farmers will receive:

A guaranteed living wage.
Access to public healthcare, childcare, and retirement programs.
Tuition-free education for future farmers, including agronomy, permaculture, animal welfare, and food science.
Debt forgiveness for farmers who transition from industrial to regenerative or local food systems.

2. Decentralizing Agriculture

Monopolies in agriculture will be dissolved.

Corporate land ownership will be capped.
No single entity may control more than 1% of the national food supply or arable land.
Vertical integration across production, processing, and retail is strictly limited to prevent market manipulation.

3. Local Food Infrastructure

Food grown within a 100-mile radius will be prioritized for local grocery store distribution.
Grocery stores must source at least 60% of produce, dairy, and meat from local or regional producers unless unavailable due to climate or season.
Regional food hubs and co-op storage facilities will be publicly funded and staffed, reducing spoilage and increasing access to fresh food.

4. Animal Welfare and Dignity

Factory farming will be outlawed.

All animals raised for food must have open pasture access, appropriate veterinary care, and species-appropriate conditions.
Cruelty in breeding, feeding, housing, or slaughter will result in immediate loss of farming license and criminal prosecution.

Independent inspections and public reporting systems will ensure humane conditions.
Animal dignity is a core tenet of our food system.

5. Environmental Stewardship and Land Use

Farmers will be incentivized to:

Adopt regenerative agriculture, water conservation, pollinator protection, and native planting strategies.
Rotate crops, plant trees, and replenish soil nutrients without dependence on fossil fuels or synthetic chemicals.

In exchange, they will receive:

Annual land health stipends.
Carbon offset credits.
Priority access to renewable energy subsidies for on-site solar, wind, or biodigesters.

6. Public Procurement and Emergency Resilience

All federal and state institutions—schools, hospitals, correctional facilities, disaster relief centers, must source their food from local or regional farms.
A National Food Resilience Corps will be created to:

Store surplus.
Distribute excess to food-insecure areas.
Maintain stockpiles for weather disasters and supply chain interruptions.

Article XXIV: The Restoration of Farming as a Public Good

7. Guaranteed Income and Risk Mitigation

All working farms producing food for domestic consumption shall be eligible for guaranteed base income, regardless of market fluctuations.
A public Farm Bank will replace predatory lending systems.

Farmers may apply for 0% interest loans for machinery, equipment, seeds, and storage.
Loans will be forgivable when repaid in product (e.g., food for public schools, emergency stockpiles).

Crop insurance and weather loss coverage will be automatic, universal, and publicly administered.

No farmer will lose their home or land due to drought, flood, wildfire, or pricing collapse.

8. Renewable Resource Infrastructure for Farms

All farms shall be eligible for fully subsidized renewable energy systems:

Solar arrays, wind turbines, geothermal heating, battery storage, and water catchment systems.
Communal biofuel or anaerobic digesters may serve agricultural co-ops or rural clusters.

Public-private innovation hubs will support next-gen agricultural tech—greenhouses, vertical farming, precision irrigation—shared regionally and funded federally.
The U.S. will adopt a national goal: 100% regenerative and renewable-powered food systems by 20

Article XXV: Land-Based Reparations and Restorative Justice

1. Reparations Are a National Obligation
The United States acknowledges its foundational dependence on slavery and Indigenous genocide. Reparations shall be delivered through land, wealth, and opportunity, rooted in truth, accountability, and sovereignty.

2. Restorative Land Rights for Descendants of Enslaved People

Ancestral plantations and lands tied to enslaved labor will be catalogued, assessed, and placed in a National Reparations Land Trust (NRLT).
Direct descendants of enslaved persons may:

Reclaim title to land identified through historical ties.
Opt into a settlement in the form of a generational wealth account: funds accessible for home ownership, education, investment, or cooperative enterprise.

If the land is currently held by private individuals or institutions, the federal government shall:

Offer buyouts, compulsory purchase orders, or other legal mechanisms to return the land.
Ensure displaced landholders are not financially enriched by this transition beyond fair market value.

3. Community Use and Stewardship Options

Reclaimed land may be:

Held privately by heirs.
Co-managed under community development corporations.
Used for schools, farms, cooperative housing, or cultural heritage sites.

Black communities will determine the function and purpose of their returned lands.

4. Parallel to Indigenous Sovereignty Measures

This policy shall be coordinated with Indigenous land restoration.
Where enslaved and Indigenous histories overlap, joint stewardship models will be developed.

Article XXVI: Reparative Responsibility of Beneficiary Lineages

1. Families and Institutions That Benefited from Slavery Shall Contribute to Reparations

Genealogical, property, and economic records shall be used to identify individuals, families, corporations, universities, and banks that directly profited from slavery, segregation, redlining, or convict leasing.
Identified entities shall:

Pay into a Reparations Equity Fund, adjusted based on generational gains.
Be required to disclose historical records publicly and support educational memorialization of those they exploited.

These contributions are not symbolic, they are material, enforceable, and indexed to net worth or asset growth derived from stolen labor.

2. Corporate and Institutional Responsibility

Any institution whose endowment, property, or wealth was built on slavery or racial violence shall:

Fund public reparative programs (housing, education, healthcare).
Be audited and required to provide restitution.
Lose federal and state subsidies if noncompliant.

Article XXVII: Cultural Continuity and Education of Distinct American Identities

1. Cultural Islands and Regional Ethnic Histories Shall Be Preserved and Celebrated

The Constitution establishes the right to cultural continuity for historically marginalized or regionally distinct communities, including:

Appalachian peoples
Creole and Gullah-Geechee communities
Cajun, Chicanx, Afro-Caribbean, and other rooted identities

Each region may establish a Federal Cultural Institute, led by that community, offering:

Language and music preservation
Public education curriculum
Economic grants and apprenticeships for heritage industries (e.g., weaving, farming, oral history)

2. Inclusion in National Education Curriculum

K–12 and public college curricula shall:

Teach regional American histories and traditions, including Indigenous languages and practices.
Ensure cultural fluency is a core component of civic and human development.

Article XXVIII: Full Personhood and Bodily Autonomy for All People

1. Whole Personhood is an Inalienable Right

All persons within the United States and its territories, regardless of immigration status, are recognized as whole, autonomous human beings.
There shall be no legal or constitutional diminishment of personhood based on:

Gender
Sexuality
Race or ethnicity
Immigration status
Disability or neurodivergence

2. Bodily Autonomy and the Right to Self-Determination

All people have the unassailable right to:

Make medical decisions for themselves
Choose to have children, not have children, or adopt
Access gender-affirming care without restriction
Marry whom they choose
Be protected from forced sterilization, medical coercion, or denial of care

·ARTICLE XX: Artificial Intelligence and Data Equity

· Section 1. Public Ownership and Access
Artificial Intelligence is hereby classified as a public utility. All foundational models trained on public data, historical records, public education materials, healthcare data, infrastructure usage, census and environmental patterns, belong to the people. These models must remain open, auditable, and accessible to the public at no cost. Any model developed using public funding or public data is automatically public property.

· Section 2. Infrastructure and Accessibility
The federal government shall create and maintain a national AI infrastructure that ensures equitable access to artificial intelligence tools in every school, healthcare facility, local government, and library. This infrastructure will be overseen by a civilian-led, non-commercial agency accountable to the people.

· Section 3. Privacy and Consent
Data privacy is a constitutional right. Every individual shall have absolute control over their personal data, including biometric, genetic, behavioral, and location-based information. No person’s data shall be used to train AI systems without fully informed, revocable consent. Violations shall be prosecuted as civil rights infractions.

· Section 4. Algorithmic Justice
All AI systems deployed in decision-making that affects people’s lives, including hiring, housing, healthcare, lending, policing, education, or military use, must be tested for bias, be independently audited, and be explainable. Algorithmic decisions must be appealable and transparent.

· Section 5. Labor Protection
No AI system shall be used to displace human labor without a corresponding plan for reskilling, guaranteed income, or employment transition. The use of AI in workplaces must include consent from affected labor groups or unions.

· Section 6. Ban on Weaponized AI
No AI shall be developed or deployed for autonomous lethal use. Any AI used in defense or public safety must remain under full human control and be subject to civilian oversight and international law.

· Section 7. Global Collaboration and Responsibility
The United States shall partner with international allies to form a Global AI Commons, a cooperative governing body that protects against monopolization, weaponization, and exploitation of AI across borders, prioritizing shared advancement and ethical innovation.

ARTICLE XXI: The Full Arc of Human Development

Section 1. Protected Status Until Age 25
All persons under the age of 25 shall be recognized as existing within a developmental phase requiring extended protection. While legal adulthood begins at age 18, additional public scaffolding shall be guaranteed until age 25, including:

Access to healthcare, mental health, housing, food, and transportation.
Full legal rights with added developmental safeguards in all contracts, employment, military service, and criminal justice matters.
Proactive education on long-term impacts of physical labor, chronic injury, and financial risk, especially for those entering high-risk fields such as athletics, entertainment, or military service.

Section 2. Transitional Support and Public Guardianship
Any person between 18–25 without stable family or adult guidance shall be eligible for publicly funded transitional support services, including:

Assigned case advocates and financial literacy mentors.
Co-housing, transitional housing, or stipends to ensure safe independent living.
Trauma-informed health and educational access, including therapy and vocational training.
Guardianship services for those at risk of exploitation, including athletes, artists, influencers, and workers in high-capital industries.

Section 3. Developmental Justice and Accountability
No person under 25 shall receive a life sentence or non-restorative penalty without clear demonstration of irredeemable harm. Courts, employers, and institutions must weigh developmental neuroscience in decisions affecting:

Sentencing and parole.
Lifetime bans or contract restrictions.
Public benefits and access to housing, education, or employment.

Section 4. Lifetime Scaffolding for Early High-Risk Pathways
Any profession that recruits individuals before 25 into fields known to cause:

High rates of bodily injury (e.g., professional sports, construction, active combat roles),
Cognitive impairment (e.g., CTE, PTSD), or
Financial exploitation (e.g., brand monetization, NIL deals),
shall be required to include lifetime injury care, mental health benefits, and unbiased fiduciary oversight. These programs will be administered through independent public agencies, not private corporations or leagues.

ARTICLE III: Universal Healthcare and Life Course Protection

Section 7. Developmental Continuity of Care (Ages 18–25)
Recognizing that the human brain does not reach full maturity until approximately age 25, healthcare and support systems will extend uninterrupted through this critical developmental window.

All persons aged 18–25 shall retain full access to universal healthcare, mental health services, and developmental supports, regardless of school or employment status.
Those without guardians, family support, or permanent housing will receive trauma-informed care coordination and transitional resources from a public service agency.
Public guardianship services will be offered to high-risk individuals in industries known for financial abuse or health consequences (e.g., sports, entertainment, military service).
Long-term injury care, therapy, and lifetime healthcare guarantees will be built into early-entry careers with known health risks (e.g., NFL, combat roles, hazardous trades).

Section 8. Health Justice for Early-Exposure Risk

Young people who suffer chronic or acute physical/neurological harm before age 25 , such as CTE, PTSD, chronic injuries, or mental illness , shall be prioritized for lifelong care and early access to Social Security Disability or equivalent public support.
All contracts signed before age 25 involving lifetime earnings, bodily risk, or public image monetization must be reviewed by an independent legal and financial advocate, provided at no cost to the signer.

Section 9. Seamless Healthcare Through Transition Years

Coverage under family health plans will automatically continue through age 25, regardless of education or marital status.
Individuals in the foster care system or state care will receive fully funded health and housing supports until age 25.
At age 25, individuals will be transitioned into the adult healthcare system with full continuity of care and no gap in services.

ARTICLE III: Universal Healthcare and Life Course Protection

Section 10. Aging with Dignity and Long-Term Care

All people, regardless of income, age, disability, or family status, shall have access to dignified, compassionate long-term care as part of universal healthcare.
Long-term care, including nursing support, assisted living, memory care, home-based supports, and residential end-of-life services, will be publicly provided and funded.
Families will no longer be forced into poverty or debt to provide care for aging or disabled relatives. No citizen shall be bankrupted by medical or long-term care costs.
Public long-term care facilities will be modern, human-centered, and inclusive of community life, cultural preferences, and neurodivergent/disabled access needs.
In-home caregiving will be available as a supported public service, allowing aging individuals to remain in their homes when safe and appropriate.
Where aging parents are responsible for adult children with disabilities or lifelong care needs, systems will be established early (starting by age 3) to ensure the transition of care upon the parent’s death or incapacity, with no interruption of support.

Section 11. Private Supplementation (Optional Tiered Care)

Citizens may choose to purchase private supplemental insurance or care services above the guaranteed public standard, such as private nursing aides, exclusive facilities, or premium amenities.
This private care option will not replace or weaken the public system, which will be fully funded and widely available to all.
Private services will be subject to fair regulation and transparency, ensuring no exploitation or inequitable access based on wealth alone.

ARTICLE IV: Disability Rights and Access

Section 1. Constitutional Right to Full Access and Participation
All disabled individuals—physical, intellectual, cognitive, psychiatric, and sensory—have the unalienable constitutional right to full access, participation, and dignity in every system: healthcare, housing, transportation, education, employment, communication, governance, and culture.

Section 2. No-Cost Access to Medical Devices and Supports
No person shall ever be charged for medical devices necessary for daily living, including but not limited to:

Mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, prosthetics)
Accessibility modifications (ramps, home lifts, bathroom equipment)
Assistive technologies (communication devices, sensory tools, hearing/vision aids)
Accessibility vehicles and transportation
These are public goods and will be fully funded through the universal healthcare system.

Section 3. Proactive and Lifelong Support

Every citizen will undergo regular, compassionate assessments starting in early childhood to identify neurodevelopmental and physical needs as early as possible.
Services will be delivered without stigma or delay. No one will wait years for approval.
Accommodations will be individualized and follow the person throughout life transitions, school, work, family, aging.

Section 4. Housing as a Disability Right

Disabled individuals will receive housing designed for their specific access needs.
Those requiring full-time care will be supported in environments that preserve independence, community connection, and personal agency.
People will not be institutionalized against their will, and congregate living will not be the default.

Section 5. Financial Freedom Without Punishment

Disabled individuals will be allowed to earn money, build businesses, inherit wealth, and save for their futures without being penalized or disqualified from benefits.
Asset caps, income restrictions, and bureaucratic cruelty will be abolished.
Support is not contingent on poverty. It is a public obligation rooted in dignity.

Section 6. Inclusion and Public Education

Disability history, rights, and cultural contributions will be taught from early education through secondary school.
All public employees, educators, healthcare workers, and service professionals will be trained in disability awareness, equity, and respectful communication.
The cultural model of disability, as a form of human variation, not defect, will shape all public messaging.

ARTICLE V: Housing as a Human Right

Section 1. Right to Safe, Dignified, and Permanent Housing
Every person has the constitutional right to safe, stable, and dignified housing. This right is not conditional on income, employment status, disability, or citizenship.

Section 2. No More Vacant Housing

Any residential property left vacant, uninhabitable, or abandoned will be subject to immediate review.
Owners must either:
a) Rehabilitate the property to meet national livability standards within 12 months using private or public programs, or
b) Forfeit ownership to the local government or community housing trust.

Section 3. Community Ownership and Not-for-Profit Landlords

Vacated properties will be transferred to community land trusts, not-for-profit organizations, or public entities whose purpose is long-term affordability and community health.
These entities will rent or sell at non-exploitative rates, reinvesting revenue into maintenance, education, food access, or additional affordable units.

Section 4. National Housing Rehabilitation Corps

A public works program will fund and train citizens in the rehabilitation of housing stock across urban, suburban, and rural areas.
Local builders, craftspeople, and apprentices will be prioritized for contracts.
All upgrades must meet regionally adapted codes focused on health, safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and climate resilience.

Section 5. Rental and Ownership Reform

All tenants will have rights to habitability, stability, and dignity.
Rent controls will be adjusted based on region and cost of living to prevent predatory pricing.
Homeownership programs will prioritize first-generation homeowners, public servants, caregivers, and displaced people.

Section 6. Zero-Tolerance for Housing Waste

It is a violation of public interest to leave housing stock empty while people are unhoused.
Large-scale real estate investors, corporations, or landlords may not warehouse properties. Doing so will trigger public seizure and reassignment.

ARTICLE VI: Zoning, Reparations, and Land Justice

Section 1. Zoning Reform and Land Use Equity

Zoning laws across the United States will be reviewed, restructured, and reimagined to support density, affordability, accessibility, and historical justice.
Exclusionary zoning, especially laws that restrict multi-family housing, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), or limit land to single-family use, will be abolished.
Local governments will be required to adopt inclusionary zoning policies that allow for mixed-income, mixed-use, and multi-generational housing.
Communities will be empowered to build small-scale, neighborhood-based housing solutions—including co-housing, adaptive reuse of commercial buildings, and dignified modular units.

Section 2. Reclassification of Temporary Housing

Mobile homes and other forms of manufactured housing will be designated as transitional or temporary housing unless upgraded to meet permanent safety standards.
Residents of mobile home communities will be guaranteed the right to safe relocation into permanent housing, without financial penalty or displacement.
Manufactured housing parks will be subject to public inspection, and owners who fail to maintain livable conditions may lose control of the land.
Long-term residents of these parks will be eligible for public housing vouchers, relocation support, and ownership opportunities in rehabilitated or new community-built housing.

Section 3. Reparations through Land and Wealth Restoration

Land reparations will be a cornerstone of justice for Black and Indigenous people in America.
Plantation lands, seized tribal territories, and stolen homesteads will be reviewed, and ownership transferred or equitably settled.
Descendants of enslaved people and dispossessed Indigenous nations will have legal claim to land, financial reparations, or both, with autonomy over how their compensation is used, be it for housing, education, savings, or infrastructure.
Wealthy families and institutions that benefited directly from slavery, displacement, or redlining will be required to contribute financially to the Reparations Fund.
Documentation and records will be made publicly available. Silence will not shield historical wrongdoing.

Section 4. Indigenous Sovereignty and Land Access

Indigenous nations will have sovereign authority over their lands, with full rights to natural resources, governance, education, and culture.
Federal agencies will provide infrastructure, healthcare, and education under the direction of Indigenous leadership,not as overseers, but as stewards and partners.
Tribes may opt out of federal programs if they choose, with funding and support rerouted to tribal-managed equivalents.

Section 5. Cultural Islands and Preservation

Appalachia, Creole regions, Chinatowns, Little Haiti’s, and other unique cultural zones will be protected and invested in through federal Cultural Institute funding.
These communities will be offered grants for education, language preservation, traditional agriculture, music, art, and land ownership.
Schools will teach regional history, including slavery, migration, and the creation of these communities, from an asset-based lens, not deficit-based.

Section 6. Indigenous Sovereignty and Federal Representation

Indigenous nations are recognized as sovereign governments with full authority to govern, preserve, and protect their people, cultures, languages, land, and natural resources.
Sovereignty means that participation in U.S. government is optional, not mandated. But should Indigenous nations or individuals choose to engage with U.S. governance:

They shall be granted full federal and state voting rights, including representation in Congress equivalent to their population and recognized territories.
Indigenous governments shall have the right to elect or appoint their own representatives to Congress and to state-level bodies, not hand-picked or absorbed by party systems.
Tribal representatives will be granted committee voting power, not symbolic or advisory-only roles.

Indigenous people living off-reservation will never lose tribal identity or benefits based on geography.
Tribal governments may create and control their own education, healthcare, legal, and environmental systems and receive equitable funding with no forced alignment to U.S. agencies unless voluntarily entered into.
All federal lands overlapping with Indigenous land claims must undergo review and reparation, including shared stewardship, return of sacred sites, and protection from corporate exploitation.

Article VIII : Debt, Finance, and Economic Safeguards

Abolition of Student Debt and Free Education
There shall be no more student loans issued in the United States. All education, whether public university, community college, or accredited trade school, shall be fully funded and free at the point of access. This includes tuition, materials, and cost-of-living stipends where needed. Retroactive cancellation of all existing student debt will be enacted.
Bankruptcy Access and Corporate Limits
Individuals and small businesses with annual gross revenue under $2 million shall retain full rights to file for bankruptcy with dignity and protection. However, large corporations, particularly those whose executives receive excessive compensation or whose revenues exceed federally defined thresholds, shall no longer be permitted to exploit bankruptcy as a strategic financial tool. Corporations shall not be allowed to restructure at the expense of workers, small businesses, or the public good. Oversight will prevent abuse of bankruptcy to avoid obligations such as pension payments, vendor debts, or public accountability.

Public Utilities: Postal Service and Banking
The United States Postal Service is a sacred, nonpartisan public utility and shall remain fully independent and funded. It shall also expand to offer core financial services, such as check cashing, basic banking, and small loans, especially in underserved communities.
Banks that serve the public directly (depository institutions, mortgage lenders, student and small business lenders) shall operate as publicly regulated utilities, with strict limits on predatory behavior and guaranteed basic access for all citizens and residents. Speculative investment activities shall be structurally separated from essential public banking services.
Wealth and Equity Measures
All financial institutions and corporations operating above the federal revenue threshold shall be required to contribute to a public equity fund. This fund will directly support economic mobility, public housing initiatives, reparations, universal healthcare, and disability accommodations. Taxation will be progressive, transparent, and equitably enforced, eliminating loopholes, offshore shelters, and untaxed wealth accumulation.

Article IX : Spiritual Autonomy and Religious Freedom

Freedom of and from Religion
Every person in the United States shall have the right to freedom of religion and freedom from religion. No individual shall be coerced, influenced, or pressured into any spiritual practice, ritual, or belief system. This right includes the freedom to be atheist, agnostic, spiritual, or to follow no path at all, without consequence, discrimination, or political inference.
No Religious Influence in Law or Policy
The institutions of government, including the legislative, judicial, executive, and all public agencies, shall remain entirely secular. No law, policy, ruling, curriculum, or public health directive shall be informed by, derived from, or based on any religion or spiritual tradition. Public funding shall not be used to support religious institutions or teachings. Religious symbols and dogma shall not be displayed, promoted, or mandated in public spaces operated or funded by the government.
Education and Health Must Remain Secular
All public education, from birth through higher learning, shall be secular. Curricula will not include any religious or spiritual content unless taught through a verified academic or cultural lens (e.g., comparative religion, history of philosophy). Healthcare shall also remain neutral and science-based, with no interference or delay of care based on religious doctrine.
Recognition of Indigenous Spiritual and Cultural Practices
Indigenous spiritual systems, sacred lands, and cultural traditions shall be protected and honored. These belief systems are not to be relegated as “alternative” but acknowledged as foundational and ongoing. Indigenous sovereignty over spiritual lands and ceremonial practices shall be constitutionally guaranteed and upheld in perpetuity.
Protections Against Discrimination
No person shall be discriminated against in employment, housing, education, healthcare, public service, or civic participation based on their faith, lack of faith, or spiritual identity. Protections extend to all forms of belief systems, including minority, indigenous, immigrant, and non-institutionalized practices.

Article XIV: Economic Equity and Corporate Responsibility

Section 1: Executive Compensation Limits
Publicly traded companies operating within the United States may not compensate any executive, CEO, C-suite, or board member, at more than 100 times the annual salary of the company’s lowest-paid full-time employee, including contractors and part-time workers who meet a minimum hour threshold.

Section 2: Profit and Bonus Distribution
Annual bonuses may only be issued when a company posts a net profit. Bonuses must be tied to the overall health of the company and distributed across all employee tiers. If the company experiences a loss or relies on layoffs, wage freezes, or public bailouts, no executive bonuses may be issued.

Section 3: Public Reporting Requirements
All publicly traded companies must publish transparent breakdowns of pay ratios, including:

CEO-to-worker wage ratio
Median wage vs. executive compensation
Bonus pool distribution across roles

These reports must be accessible to the public, filed annually with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and posted clearly on the company’s main website.

Section 4: Reinforcement of Worker Voice
All companies with over 500 employees must have a worker-elected seat on the board of directors to ensure frontline concerns are considered at the highest level of governance.

Section 5: Stock Buybacks and Workforce Protections

Prohibition on Buybacks During Layoffs
Any publicly traded company that engages in stock buybacks may not simultaneously conduct layoffs of employees. If layoffs are proposed within 12 months of a buyback, the company must:

Cancel the buyback plan immediately, or
Pay severance equal to two years’ salary and benefits for each employee laid off.

No Buybacks if Using Public Subsidies or Bailouts
Companies receiving any form of public funding, subsidy, tax break, or government contract may not execute stock buybacks for a minimum of five years after receiving such funds.
Buyback Accountability Disclosures
All buybacks must be disclosed to the SEC and include:

The total dollar amount of the buyback
Executive bonuses during the same period
A certification that no layoffs are planned in the current or upcoming fiscal year

Penalty for Strategic Layoff Manipulation
Companies found to lay off employees to enhance appearance for IPO, merger, acquisition, or quarterly reporting will face:

A minimum 25% corporate tax penalty for that fiscal year
Loss of eligibility for government contracts for 3 years
Mandatory reinstatement offers to laid-off employees with back pay, when possible

Section 6: Corporate Responsibility to Public Systems

Corporate Subsidy Penalty Tax
Any company whose average employee wage qualifies them for Medicaid, SNAP, or any other public benefit will pay a Corporate Responsibility Offset Tax equal to:

The full cost of those benefits, plus
A 25% surcharge that goes into a national care and infrastructure fund.

Minimum Compensation Guarantee
All publicly traded and large private companies (with more than 500 employees) must guarantee:

A universal minimum compensation package including living wage, healthcare, paid family leave, and basic retirement contributions.
Failure to meet this standard will result in disqualification from:

Stock buybacks
Executive bonuses
Government contracts

Section 7: Elimination of Tax Loopholes and Private Equity Extraction

Flat 40% Tax on All Income Over $10M
Anyone earning over $10 million/year will pay 40% on all income, regardless of how it is categorized.

No capital gains preference
No write-downs via charitable foundations they control
No exemptions for carried interest
No deductions through trusts or offshore accounts

Borrowed-Against Assets Are Taxed
Borrowing against stock, real estate, or any appreciable asset is counted as income and taxed accordingly in the year borrowed.
Private Equity Firm Restrictions
The following practices are illegal for any private equity or holding firm:

Acquiring companies solely to lay off workers and liquidate assets
Using employee pensions or benefit funds to finance acquisitions
Stripping companies of real estate, equipment, or brands to inflate returns

Public Interest Standard for Large Acquisitions
Any acquisition over $250 million must:

Pass a Public Impact Review conducted by an independent board
Demonstrate long-term economic and community benefit
Include a 5-year employment plan and submit to annual audits

Section 8: Foundation and Endowment Transparency & Distribution Mandates

1. Separation of Corporate Foundations from Parent Entities

Any foundation created by a corporation, its leadership, or board must be legally and financially independent from the parent entity.
The foundation may not be used to offset corporate taxes, greenwash harmful practices, or obscure wealth transfers.
All foundations must publish transparent, third-party-audited annual reports, publicly available, detailing:

Income sources
Investments and holdings
Annual distributions
Staff compensation and administrative overhead

2. Mandatory 20% Minimum Disbursement

All foundations, whether corporate or private, must disburse a minimum of 20% of their total assets annually toward the public work described in their charter.
Funds must go to direct services or programs, not merely to administrative salaries or pass-through grants to affiliated entities.

3. Endowment Limits for Educational Institutions

Universities and colleges may not hold endowments exceeding four times their annual operating budget.
Excess funds must be:

Expand public-access research
Support community partnerships and reparative educational programs
Research in Science, Art, Humanities

4. Penalties for Hoarding and Misuse

Institutions or foundations found to be stockpiling assets, manipulating valuation structures, or funneling funds through shell charities will:

Be subject to a 50% excise tax on the hoarded amount
Lose their federal nonprofit status
Be barred from receiving federal grants or research funding for 5 years

Section 9: Economic Equity and Oversight Taxation and Non-Profit Accountability

All organizations operating within the United States are taxable unless they are designated not-for-profit under a federal charter. Strict national guidelines will govern nonprofit status, including requirements for public benefit, transparency, capped executive compensation, and annual audits.

Religious institutions, sports organizations, and private educational entities are not exempt from taxation unless they meet the same public-benefit criteria. Institutions claiming tax-exempt status must demonstrate continuous public service aligned with federal standards, including public access to services, clear separation from political influence, and reinvestment of revenues into community-focused programming.

Addendum to Article XIII: Education as a Public Right

Section 7: Demographic Representation and Equity Mandates in Higher Education

Public and Private Universities Must Reflect National Demographics

Enrollment demographics must reflect U.S. census racial, ethnic, gender, disability, and income distributions.
A national diversity accountability board will be established to track compliance.
Institutions failing to meet representation goals will lose public funds and tax-exempt status until corrective action plans are implemented.

Universal Access to Higher Education

All forms of postsecondary education , including college, trade school, certification programs, and apprenticeships , will be tuition-free and publicly funded.
Supports for housing, transportation, and caregiving will be included to ensure access for all socioeconomic groups.

Recruitment and Support of Historically Underrepresented Communities

Universities must have targeted recruitment programs in historically underserved areas, including rural communities, indigenous lands, and formerly redlined neighborhoods.
These programs must include wraparound support: mental health services, mentorship, financial counseling, and culturally relevant academic advising.

Addendum to Article XIV: Economic Equity and Corporate Responsibility

Section 9: Endowment Usage Mandates for Institutions of Higher Learning

Endowments Must Serve the Public Good :Not Private Hoarding

Endowments may not exceed four times the institution’s annual operating budget.
Any funds beyond this cap must be distributed annually for:

Faculty salaries and benefits
Cutting-edge public-interest research
Tuition offsets
Infrastructure and accessibility upgrades
Community partnerships and reparative programs

Strict Limitations on Administrative Spending

No more than 15% of endowment disbursements may be used for administrative salaries or non-academic operations.
University presidents and boards may not receive bonuses or private investment packages linked to endowment growth or fundraising goals.

Public Oversight and Compliance

Every university receiving federal funding will submit to an annual Endowment and Equity Audit made available to the public.
Institutions failing to meet these requirements will:

Be taxed at a 50% rate on excess assets
Be barred from federal research funding
Lose their accreditation status if in repeated violation

Section 7: Public Responsibility of Postsecondary Institutions

Universal Access, Zero Tuition

All accredited colleges, universities, trade schools, and apprenticeship programs will be free and publicly funded.
No student shall take on debt for education. Tuition, fees, and essential materials are guaranteed.

Endowment Redistribution Mandate

Institutional endowments may not exceed four times the annual operating budget.
All funds beyond this cap must be used exclusively for:

Academic research (with public access to outcomes)
Faculty advancement and salaries
Building maintenance and modernization
Sustainability and accessibility infrastructure
Community education partnerships and equity initiatives

These funds may not be used for administrative salary growth, tuition reserves, or profit investments.

Prohibition on Hoarding Wealth

Endowments are public trusts. Universities cannot retain funds beyond the cap for speculative investment or reputation management.
Every institution must spend at least 20% of their total endowment each year toward the approved priorities above.
Failure to meet this threshold will result in:

Taxation at 50% on the excess assets
Loss of public funds
Probationary loss of accreditation

Public Oversight

All endowment use and audits will be published annually in a National Academic Equity Ledger, accessible to the public and evaluated by a citizen and peer review board.

Article XIII – Section 1: Education from Birth Through Grade 12

A. Universal Public Education, Birth Through High School

All children in the United States will receive free, high-quality education from birth through 12th grade, including:

Early childhood education and care (daycare, preschool, pre-K)
Primary and secondary public school
Special education and neurodivergent-inclusive classrooms

School meals, school supplies, transportation, and extracurricular activities will be fully covered.

B. Educator Professional Standards

All teachers and educational professionals will be:

Licensed and certified in the state in which they work.
Hold a minimum of a Master’s Degree in education or their specific subject area.
Receive continuous training in neurodivergent inclusion, cultural competency, trauma-informed teaching, and disability justice.

States will provide publicly funded Master's degree programs and accelerated licensing pathways for qualified paraprofessionals to become lead teachers, ensuring a diverse, experienced educator workforce.

C. Compensation and Pay Equity

Teachers will be paid as full-time professionals on 12-month salaried contracts, including:

Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
Retirement and pension contributions.
Healthcare benefits for themselves and their families.

No educator will be paid less than a national base salary (adjusted annually for cost of living), tied to local median income and inflation.

States with higher cost of living (e.g., NYC, San Francisco) will receive additional federal funding to ensure parity and retention.

Pay disparities between school districts will be federally monitored and adjusted with Equity Compensation Funds to ensure:

A teacher in rural Mississippi and a teacher in urban Seattle receive regionally fair and livable wages.
No district is penalized for local tax base disparities.

D. Protected Work Hours and Planning Time

The teacher work week will be capped at a national maximum of 40 hours, with the following guarantees:

At least 10 hours/week of protected planning and prep time, built into the paid school week.
No unpaid grading, lesson planning, or parent communication outside of school hours.
Professional development and administrative meetings must occur within contractual time.

Article XIII – Section 1 (continued): Human-Centered Educational Environment

E. Mental Health, FMLA, and Protected Leave for Educators

Educators have the right to medical privacy and protected time off under universal healthcare and workplace rights.

Any teacher experiencing mental health distress or burnout will be eligible for immediate medical leave under a national Education-Specific FMLA provision.
No diagnosis or explanation is required beyond a general practitioner's statement of need.
There will be no retaliation, investigation, or forced disclosures.

Substitute coverage and staff support will be pre-funded by the Department of Education and Health so schools are never short-staffed.

F. Classroom Size and Staffing

Classroom sizes will be capped at 16 students in all general education settings.
Every classroom will be staffed by:

One licensed lead teacher, and
One full-time assistant or paraeducator, regardless of IEPs or 504s.

This is separate from the specialized staff needed for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, or additional needs.

Each school will have a dedicated team of:

Special education teachers
Inclusion specialists
Speech, occupational, and physical therapists
Disability services coordinators
Translators and cultural liaisons as needed

G. Educational Equity and Curriculum Offerings

No public school shall experience funding shortages or disparities due to zip code, property tax base, or local politics.
Every public school in the nation will be fully staffed and resourced to include:

Physical education and movement-based learning
The arts, including music, visual arts, theater, and dance
Outdoor education and sustainability, including gardens, environmental science, and civic ecology
Language programs including indigenous, immigrant, and global languages
Cultural and historical literacy, centering historically marginalized communities

National curriculum standards will be developed through community and educator input. Project-based learning, and neurodivergent-friendly practices will be integrated based on developmental science, not test-based metrics.

Public Integrity and Anti-Corruption Measures for All Public Servants

Applies to:

All elected officials (President, Vice President, Cabinet members, Congressional leaders, Governors, Mayors, etc.)
Appointed positions (Federal and State Judges, Agency Heads, etc.)
All individuals serving in a salaried public role (state, county, city, or federal

1. Mandatory Blind Trusts for All Assets and Income

Upon taking office — elected, appointed, or hired into any qualifying public role — the individual must place all personal assets, businesses, investments, stocks, bonds, cryptocurrencies (including meme coins), intellectual property royalties, and income-producing assets into a certified blind trust managed by a neutral third party.
This includes:

Book deals
Speaking fees
Substack/Patreon/YouTube/, etc.
Shell companies, offshore holdings, or private equity positions
Real estate portfolios not used as a primary residence
All NFT, crypto, or digital holdings

Income from any such sources must be routed to the blind trust. The public servant will receive only their government salary during their time in office.

2. Living Only on a Public Wage

No public servant shall receive outside income or direct payment from any other source while in service.
All travel, security, lodging, and benefits related to their role will be publicly paid for, but they cannot accept gifts, services, or favors from any outside source, domestic or international.
They may not charge speaking fees or accept sponsorships, consulting, or board seats during or after their time in office unless a minimum 5-year post-office cooling period has passed.
The only exception is if they return to a purely private citizen role and are no longer involved in public policy, governance, or lobbying.

3. Book Deals and Future Profits

All book, media, documentary, podcast, film, or TV-related income generated during their service or based on their role must also be deposited into the blind trust.
These profits may only be accessed after their service is complete and after a 5-year accountability review confirms no ethics violations occurred during their term.

4. Violations

Any violation of this policy results in immediate suspension from duty, an independent ethics investigation, and if verified, permanent disqualification from public service in any form.
Violators will also be responsible for repaying all public wages and benefits received during the term in which the violation occurred, and will face both civil and criminal penalties.

Lobbying Prohibition and Influence Transparency

1. Lobbying Is Prohibited in All Forms

The act of lobbying — defined as the paid attempt to influence legislation, regulation, procurement, or policy by any individual, firm, or organization, is permanently banned.
This includes all private, nonprofit, trade, union, foreign, and domestic entities.
No person or entity may offer, solicit, or provide money, gifts, favors, travel, event tickets, services, or employment opportunities in exchange for political influence.

2. No Career Lobbyists or Revolving Doors

Any person who has held elected or appointed office may not take a paid or unpaid role attempting to influence policy for at least 10 years after leaving government service.
Likewise, no person currently working in policy, public relations, strategic communications, or political strategy may enter a government role without a 2-year cooling period to ensure independence.
The practice of “revolving doors” between government and private industry will be prohibited.

3. Public Policy Input Must Be Transparent

Industry representatives, advocates, and citizens may submit public comments to agencies or testify in open hearings, but all such contributions must be recorded in a searchable, public ledger with:

Name
Organizational affiliation
Exact language submitted
Any compensation received for participation or representation

4. Political Contributions and PACs

Political Action Committees (PACs), Super PACs, and dark money groups are abolished.
No corporate, union, or organizational money may be used to support or oppose candidates or legislation.
All campaign donations must come from individuals only, capped at a modest amount (to be determined by Congress annually), and fully disclosed.

· Article X: Housing Justice and Protection from Displacement

· Section 7: Tax Foreclosure Protections
No person shall lose their home due to unpaid property taxes. Property tax foreclosure shall be abolished for primary residences. In its place, a system of structured repayment assistance, hardship waivers, and property tax freezes will be instituted. Local governments shall be funded through progressive federal tax redistribution rather than punitive property seizures.

Section 8: Elder Housing Protections and Property Tax Exemption
All individuals age 65 and older, whose total annual household income , including wages, investments, retirement accounts, and all other sources, is less than $500,000, shall be exempt from paying property taxes on their primary residence. This exemption is automatic and applies regardless of home value or state of residence.
This provision acknowledges the lifetime contributions of elders and aims to ensure they may age in place with dignity, stability, and peace of mind.

Section 9: Property and Income Tax Exemptions for Disabled Individuals and Multigenerational Caregivers

1. Disability-Based Exemptions
Any individual formally deemed disabled, physically, intellectually, or neurologically, under the national healthcare system shall be exempt from property taxes and income taxes, provided their total annual income, including all wages, investments, and benefits, is below $500,000.

2. Dependent Disability Exemptions
Any household with a dependent child or adult who is legally recognized as disabled and lives full-time in the residence shall qualify for the same tax exemptions as above. The primary caregiver(s) in the household are also included in this exemption.

3. Elder Care Exemptions
Any individual or family providing care for an elder aged 65 or older, where the elder resides full-time in the same household, shall be exempt from property taxes if the household’s total annual income, including the elder’s , is under $500,000. This supports multigenerational family structures and the essential labor of caregiving.

4. Retroactive Relief and Debt Forgiveness
Any person or household that would have qualified for the above exemptions in previous years shall be eligible for retroactive cancellation of property tax debt and forgiveness of back income taxes related to those years.
A national review board will be established to facilitate this process efficiently and without burdening the applicant.

5. No Loss of Home Due to Back Taxes
No individual or family may lose their home due to unpaid property taxes. If an individual falls into delinquency, a system of mediation and repair will be initiated before any lien or seizure. In cases involving disability, elder care, or low income, tax-related property seizures are prohibited.

Section 10: Emergency Halt and Review Authority on Foreclosures

Moratorium on Foreclosures for Vulnerable Populations
A permanent national moratorium is enacted on all foreclosure proceedings against individuals who are:

over the age of 65
legally disabled
caregivers of disabled or elderly individuals
part of a household with total annual income under $500,000

No bank, mortgage servicer, or public entity may initiate, continue, or finalize a foreclosure without a full, independent review by the National Housing Protection Board.

Strict Burden of Proof on Lenders
All banks or lenders must exhaust every pathway of resolution before initiating foreclosure, including:

principal reduction
loan term extension
interest rate adjustment
referral to federal preservation programs
proof of engagement with housing counselors and financial advocates
confirmation of denial for all available public support programs

Only after this exhaustive list is met and verified by a third-party government ombudsman can foreclosure proceedings begin.

Restorative Action for Illegal or Predatory Foreclosures
All foreclosures found to be initiated or executed in violation of Sections 9 or 10 will be:

Immediately reversed
Homes returned to original occupants with title restoration
All back fees, penalties, and legal costs reimbursed
Institutions fined and subject to federal audits

No Displacement Without Due Process and Social Safety Review
Any eviction resulting from a housing-related debt must first go through a Social Continuity Review, assessing risk to:

children
elders
disabled persons
public health outcomes
Eviction may only proceed if alternative, stable housing of equal or better quality is guaranteed at no additional cost to the resident.

Article XI: Protection from Hate and Violence

Section 1: Hate Has No Sanctuary

Hate crimes, including but not limited to those motivated by race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation are considered crimes against democracy and the Constitution.
Hate-based violence, harassment, intimidation, or threats, physical or digital are federal crimes.
Domestic terrorism, white supremacy, and organized hate groups shall be designated as national security threats and investigated, monitored, and dismantled using the same legal force applied to foreign terrorist organizations.

Section 2: Digital Hate and Misinformation

Platforms that allow hate speech, organized harassment, disinformation campaigns, or algorithmic targeting based on identity will be held criminally and civilly liable.
Users inciting violence, harassment, or harm based on protected status will be banned and referred to a new Federal Office for Digital Integrity.
Platforms must build auditable systems of moderation, with mandatory appeals processes for overreach and protections for whistleblowers.

Section 3: Schools, Workplaces, and Public Life

Every school and workplace is required to create and maintain safe, inclusive environments free from discrimination or hate-based bullying.
Any act of hate including racial slurs, threats, physical intimidation, or digital harassment must be investigated with the same seriousness as physical violence.
A national curriculum on anti-racism, equity, and cultural literacy will be taught from K-12 and continued in professional development across public service fields.

Section 4: Symbols and Monuments of Hate

The federal government will establish a Commission on Historical Truth and Reconciliation, with authority to:

Remove monuments that glorify enslavement, white supremacy, or genocide
Preserve artifacts in museums with full historical context
Fund public memorials to victims of hate and oppression

The public display of hate symbols including Confederate flags, swastikas, and other known emblems of violence is banned from all federal property, military facilities, and government-supported spaces.

Section 5: Protection of Faith and Culture

Religious institutions are protected under freedom of worship, but any house of worship found to promote hate, incite violence, or harbor discriminatory teachings in its operations will be investigated and stripped of tax-exempt status.
Cultural preservation centers for marginalized communities will be federally funded and protected including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, and immigrant heritage centers.

Article XII: Education in Democracy and Civil Stewardship

Section 1: Lifelong Civic Education

Every child, from preschool through graduation, will be taught age-appropriate civic education not as a single class, but as a foundational part of every grade level.
Civic education includes:

The structure and purpose of government
The Constitution and rights of all people
Historical truths, including enslavement, genocide, systemic oppression, and resistance movements
Media literacy and critical thinking
Community engagement, public discourse, and peaceful protest
Environmental responsibility and interdependence

Schools, libraries, and community centers will host ongoing adult civic education open to all, free of charge, including for immigrants, elders, and returning citizens.

Section 2: National Civic Service & Reflection

All citizens, at age 18, will choose one of three paths of civic contribution:

Public service (education, healthcare, climate response, housing, food justice)
Civil defense (disaster response, emergency logistics, infrastructure)
International diplomacy and peace work

This service will be non-militarized, compensated with a living wage, and include:

Housing support, food, and healthcare
Reflection curriculum on history, equity, collaboration, and harm reduction
The option to continue or return at any point in life

Service will not be compulsory, but heavily incentivized, and universally honored as a rite of passage.

Section 3: Critical Thinking as a Core Competency

From early education onward, students will learn:

How to ask questions and evaluate bias
How to separate fact from opinion
How to recognize propaganda and emotional manipulation
How to listen, debate, and revise one’s position

This will be taught through:

Literature, art, history, science, and social studies
Roleplay, simulations, mock trials, town halls, and ethics labs
Analysis of historical and current media, political speech, and advertising

Standardized testing will be replaced with project-based assessment rooted in inquiry, compassion, and community outcomes.

Section 4: Ethics, Empathy, and Civil Character

Emotional intelligence, empathy, and ethical decision-making will be taught with the same rigor as mathematics or literacy.
This includes:

Conflict resolution and restorative justice
Understanding power and privilege
Identifying and disrupting harm
Supporting peers with disabilities, trauma, or different needs

Every child will learn they are a keeper of democracy, that their actions shape the world around them.

4. Article X: Representative Equity in Government

5. Section 1. Reflective Representation Mandate
All governing bodies, including state legislatures, the federal judiciary, and all appointed public servants , shall reflect the racial and cultural demographics of the United States. This includes, but is not limited to, proportional representation of Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, Arab, Pacific Islander, and multiracial Americans, as well as individuals of historically disenfranchised ancestry.

6. Section 2. State-Level Compliance
States whose population demographics differ significantly from national averages shall still be held accountable for contributing to national equity in federal appointments, commissions, judicial nominations, and intergovernmental agencies. States must demonstrate proactive recruitment, mentorship, and elevation of underrepresented leaders.

7. Section 3. Judicial Diversity Requirement
The federal judiciary, including the Supreme Court, appellate, and district courts, shall maintain racial, cultural, gender, and neurodivergent representation reflective of the nation. No judicial bench may be comprised solely of one racial or cultural group.

8. Section 4. Appointed Leadership
Cabinet members, agency heads, task forces, commissions, and advisory boards must meet or exceed national representation standards. Interim appointments must also comply.

9. Section 5. Mechanism of Accountability
A National Equity Commission, independent and nonpartisan, shall be empowered to audit and enforce compliance. States or agencies that fail to meet equitable benchmarks will face funding restrictions and oversight reviews.

10. Section 6. Reparative Justice in Appointments
Ancestral harm, including that caused by slavery, Indigenous displacement, and racial exclusion from prior civic participation, shall be acknowledged and addressed through targeted appointments and leadership pipelines designed for equity repair.

Article: Healthcare as a Human Right

Healthcare is a public good and a fundamental human right for every person within the United States and its territories from birth to death regardless of immigration status, income, disability, race, gender, or belief system.

Universal, Comprehensive, and Free

Every individual will have access to a nationally coordinated, publicly funded system of healthcare that is free at the point of use and includes:

Physical health: Preventive care, primary care, emergency services, surgery, reproductive care, hormone therapy, and chronic disease management.
Mental health: Counseling, psychiatric care, addiction support, trauma therapy, medication management, and inpatient/outpatient services.
Dental care: Cleanings, oral surgery, orthodontia, and full restorative treatment.
Vision care: Exams, corrective lenses, surgeries, and disease prevention/treatment.
Hearing care: Audiology, hearing aids, cochlear implants, speech and hearing therapies.
Assistive medical technology: All necessary equipment and devices including mobility aids, prosthetics, wheelchairs, communication devices, and accessible home modifications.
Long-term care: Provided without financial penalty to individuals or families, including in-home nursing, assisted living, and skilled care facilities.

No individual will go into debt for healthcare. Every person is covered from birth to natural death.

Integrative and Holistic Modalities

The system includes non-Western and complementary health practices, recognizing their value and deep cultural importance. These include:

Acupuncture
Massage therapy
Chiropractic care
Somatic therapies
Herbalism
Craniosacral therapy
Culturally specific and Indigenous healing
Meditation-based and mind-body approaches

These services will be publicly available through certified practitioners who meet national standards of care and commit to a base level of service in the public system. Practitioners may also maintain private practice outside the public system if desired.

Birth, Reproductive, and End-of-Life Support

Care is full-spectrum and affirms the sanctity of life through its beginnings and endings.

Included services:

Certified midwifery care, in-hospital and out-of-hospital
Doula care, pre- and post-natal
Lactation consulting
Fertility support and reproductive counseling
Abortion care, accessible without delay, stigma, or cost
Gender-affirming care with full bodily autonomy
Death doulas, grief support, and end-of-life planning
Palliative care and hospice, at home or in care settings
Bereavement support for families, including children

Psychedelic Therapy

Psychedelic therapies, including MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine-assisted treatment, are currently categorized under research and clinical innovation, with the intent to move toward integration into the public system as data, ethics, and access pathways mature.

The federal government will fund and monitor research into psychedelic-assisted therapies for PTSD, depression, addiction, and end-of-life anxiety through public health agencies and universities, not private equity.

Standards, Compensation & Training

All health workers will be paid a living wage and provided with mental health support, training, and workplace safety.
Public healthcare roles (surgical, clinical, and research) will be respected and compensated with minimum annual hour contributions required from those working inside the system.
Medical education is free, and students are paid while training in the public system.
There is no wage gap or tiering based on discipline mental health professionals, midwives, and primary care providers are paid equitably with surgeons and specialists.

Dignity-Centered, Accessible, Trauma-Informed

Healthcare spaces are designed to be:

Neurodivergent and disability accessible
Culturally safe and language-inclusive
Free from profit motive
Organized for care, not extraction

No insurance companies will dictate care. There is no billing department. There is no such thing as denied coverage.

Compensation and Mastery in Public Healthcare

All public healthcare professionals will be paid a living wage that reflects their education, mastery, and responsibility, without allowing wealth inequality, administrative bloat, or private systems of gatekeeping to distort access to care.

Compensation is based on mastery, training hours, and scope of responsibility, not on profit generation or seniority alone.
Highly specialized providers such as pediatric neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, trauma surgeons, and OB-GYNs will be compensated at levels that reflect the intensity and risk of their work, without distorting equity across the system.
Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Midwives, Psychologists, Therapists, and Social Workers will be paid equitably for their scope of care and clinical expertise, with transparent national wage standards and clear pathways for growth.

No healthcare professional will be underpaid, overworked, or forced to take on debt to pursue their calling.
Private practice may continue in parallel, but public system participation comes with guaranteed compensation, healthcare, retirement, and flexibility.

We reject exploitative models that underpay public health nurses while ballooning executive salaries but we fully honor that mastery and years of training deserve real compensation.

Labor Protections and Ethical Work Standards for Healthcare Professionals

In the new constitutional framework of care, healthcare professionals will no longer be subjected to exploitative hours, unsafe rotations, or burnout-inducing schedules. Public healthcare is a system of dignity not just for patients, but for providers.

Work-hour protections include:

No shifts may exceed 12 hours unless under strictly defined exceptions, such as:

Emergency surgeries requiring continuity of care
Rural clinics with limited staff and no replacement coverage (until national staffing levels reach equity)
Specific surgical specialties (e.g., pediatric neurosurgery, trauma) where continuity is essential during critical procedures

No medical resident, nurse, or clinician will work more than 48 hours/week unless they voluntarily choose to, and only with adequate rest and oversight.
National staffing goals will ensure:

Every specialty is adequately trained and represented across geographic and demographic regions.
The U.S. will invest in the training, mentorship, and long-term well-being of:

Pediatric and adult neurosurgeons
Limb reconstruction and prosthetics specialists
Audiologists, speech pathologists, and cognitive support teams
Rural general practitioners, trauma nurses, and midwives

All healthcare workplaces will be staffed to match patient volume and acuity, not corporate profit models.
Mental health and physical recovery time will be normalized, with universal access to care for healthcare workers especially in high-empathy or trauma-response roles.

Article X: Expansion and Reform of the Penal System

Section 1. Abolition of Private Prisons
Private prisons are abolished. All incarceration facilities will be publicly owned and operated. Any facility found to be profiting from the detainment of individuals shall be closed or transitioned to public oversight.

Section 2. Humane Conditions and the Rights of Incarcerated People
All incarcerated individuals are guaranteed humane living conditions, including access to clean water, adequate food, and safe shelter. They will receive comprehensive physical and mental healthcare, including substance use treatment when applicable. The dignity of all incarcerated persons shall be upheld at all times. No incarcerated person shall be denied necessary medical devices, menstrual products, or access to communication with family and legal counsel. Every person will have the right to restorative and rehabilitative care during their incarceration.

Section 3. Education, Rehabilitation, and Vocational Training
Every incarcerated individual has the right to free education, including literacy, high school equivalency, and postsecondary education. Vocational training shall be available and tailored to the individual's interests and skills. Each prison will provide a wide array of options for skill development with a goal of full reintegration into society upon release. Individuals will leave incarceration with certifications and references that support employability.

Section 4. Restoration and Reintegration
Time served shall be restorative. Individuals will be encouraged to participate in programs designed to repair harm done, build emotional resilience, and foster accountability. Restorative justice models will be offered alongside traditional rehabilitation.

Employers who hire previously incarcerated individuals will be eligible for grants, mentorship support, and business incentives to foster successful reintegration. These services will also include cultural competency training, wraparound support for the returning citizen, and opportunities to help develop inclusive workplace policies. Tax incentives will be awarded to companies with demonstrated commitment to employing and retaining previously incarcerated persons.

Section 5. Sentencing Reform
Mandatory minimum sentencing laws will be abolished. Judges will have discretion to consider context, trauma, and rehabilitation potential. Life sentences without the possibility of parole shall be banned for nonviolent offenses. All incarcerated individuals are guaranteed periodic sentence reviews.

Section 6. Juvenile Justice Reform
Juveniles shall not be tried as adults. Youth offenders will be treated within a system specifically designed for rehabilitation and care. Facilities housing minors must be trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate. Educational and therapeutic programs will be prioritized.

Section 7. End of Cash Bail and Pretrial Incarceration
The cash bail system is abolished. Pretrial incarceration will only be permitted in the rarest of cases where there is credible evidence of an immediate threat to public safety. Otherwise, monitored release programs will be standard.

Section 8. Oversight and Accountability
An independent civilian oversight board will monitor all law enforcement agencies and carceral institutions. Transparency, public reporting, and whistleblower protections will be required. Body cameras will be used in all law enforcement actions and footage preserved as public record unless legally sealed.

Section 9. Solitary Confinement and Use of Force
Solitary confinement is prohibited for all juveniles and for adults as a punitive measure. Isolation may be used only under strict therapeutic conditions and with mental health oversight. The use of force will be restricted and regulated. Any violation will lead to disciplinary action and potential criminal charges against the offending personnel.

Section 10. Death Penalty
The death penalty is abolished. All existing death row sentences shall be commuted to life imprisonment with parole eligibility reviews every 10 years.

Section 11. Immigrant Detention and Rights
Detention centers for undocumented individuals shall meet the same standards outlined above for humane treatment. Families shall not be separated. Legal support and translators will be made readily available. Detention of asylum seekers shall be a last resort.

Any undocumented individuals living within the United States may immediately come forward to begin a full and just process toward protected status and legal employment. All filing and legal costs associated with this process will be waived. A clear and accessible path to citizenship will be available for those who choose it, with educational and civic engagement benchmarks built into the process. Immigration will be recognized in education and public discourse as an essential and welcome feature of national strength.

Section 12. Voting Rights
Incarcerated individuals will retain the right to vote in all local, state, and federal elections. Voting infrastructure will be implemented within correctional facilities.

Section 13. Reentry Services and Housing Support
Each incarcerated individual will leave with a transition plan that includes housing, employment assistance, access to therapy, and ongoing support. No one will be released without a place to go. Housing support, including transitional housing programs, will be funded through the Department of Labor and Community Reintegration.

Section 14. Expungement and Record Sealing
A national process for expungement and record sealing will be implemented for nonviolent and outdated convictions. Technology access and legal assistance will be made freely available to navigate this process.

Section 15. Data, Research, and Innovation
National research centers will study crime prevention, restorative justice, and carceral alternatives. Federal funding will be directed toward alternatives to incarceration, including community-based response teams, treatment programs, and youth intervention services.

People’s Project 19 July, 2025

The People’s Project 2025