Agrarian Contribution Act ========================= HL Bill 24-1 · Bill · 24th Totemian Parliament The Agrarian Contribution Act works to regulate the collection of agricultural resources, ensuring a stable good supply for the Empire, supporting both local governance and the Imperial Market, and establishing clear obligations for citizens engaged in farming. Introduced: January 14th, 2026 Prime sponsor: The Countess of Savenn (Member of the House of Lords; Independent) ---------- Be it enacted by the Emperor’s most Excellent Imperial Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Lords, and Commons, in this present Parliament assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows: Section I — Definitions Farmer: Any citizen actively engaged in cultivation or harvesting of crops. Crop: Any produce derived from farming, including grains, vegetables, fruits, and other consumable agricultural goods. Local Authority: The governing body of a dukedom, earldom, town, or city responsible for collecting contributions. Imperial Stock: Resources collected from local authorities for use in the Imperial market and for the needs of the Empire. ​ Section II — Applicability The Agrarian Contribution Act applies to all farmers operating within the territories of the Empire, regardless of the size of their holdings or scale of production. ​ Section III  — Farmer Obligations Every farmer must submit a portion of their harvested crops to the local authority on a weekly basis. The portion submitted shall be 10% of the total weekly harvest. (Subject to change) Farmers must report the type and quantity of crops submitted to their local authority. Farmers are responsible for the timely and accurate delivery of all contributions. ​ Section IV — Local Authority Duties Local authorities shall collect contributions from farmers weekly, maintaining accurate records including: Name of the contributor Crop type Quantity submitted Local authorities shall forward 45% of collected crops to the Empire every two weeks for inclusion in the Imperial stock. Local authorities are responsible for ensuring fair and equitable collection from all applicable farmers. Local authorities may provide guidance to farmers on reporting and submission procedures. ​ Section V — Citizen Welfare Adjustment If the local authority fails to provide the basic needs for its citizens, including but not limited to: Adequate housing Protection from threats or attack Functional public infrastructure necessary for daily life Then the portion of crops required from farmers as tax shall decrease proportionally until these basic needs are restored. Local authorities must report deficiencies and corrective measures to the Minister of Finance, Minister of Agriculture, OR to the Empire directly. Once needs are restored and verified, the standard tax portion shall resume. ​ Section VI — Oversight and Enforcement The Ministers of Finance and Agriculture and Local Authorities oversee compliance with this Act, monitor collection levels, and report shortages or irregularities to the Emperor. Failure to comply with the provisions of this Act may result in penalties or sanctions as determined by Imperial authority. Section VII — RP Justification The purpose of the Agrarian Contribution Act is to: Maintain a stable food supply for both the Empire and local regions. Provide resources for the Imperial Market. Strengthen coordination between local authorities and the central government. Encourage equitable contributions from all farmers while respecting local autonomy. Section VIII — Commencement This Act shall come into force immediately upon proclamation by the Emperor and his council, and shall remain in effect until amended or repealed.