====== Participation Act ======

The participation act is a set of laws regarding the levels at which members of the [[Union]] participate in the government. 

Three levels of participation can be distinguished:

[[Protectorates]] have no vote in the Senate. In return they are exempt from various taxes and obligations. They are free to participate in debates, and will receive Union protection and aid if threatened.

[[Minor Worlds]] may vote in the Senate, allowing them to pass new laws. Since they have no economy they are exempt from taxes.

[[Inner Worlds]] may vote in the Senate, allowing them to pass new laws. They may not propose laws themselves, however. 

[[Core Worlds]] form the Government of the [[Union]] and have the power to propose new laws or to propose changes to existing laws. However, they may not vote on the proposals - this power lies with the [[Inner Worlds]]. Additionally, [[Core Worlds]] have executive power in specific area's.

[[Fringe Worlds]] are inactive and have no vote in the Senate. In return they are exempt from various taxes and obligations. They are free to participate in debates.