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{{Infobox Arabin legislation
|short_title = Official Symbols and Seals of Arabi Act of 2023

|long_title = An Act to provide for the authorization and regulation of changes to the official symbols, seals, and flags of the United Socialist States of Arabi
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|acronyms = OSSA
|congress = 93
|effective_date = May 5, 2023

|acts_amended = <!--List acts that are amended due to this act-->
|acts_repealed = <!--List acts that are repealed due this act-->

|introduced_in = [[Arabin Senate|Senate]]
|introduced_bill = SB 28
|introduced_by = Eloise Carey ([[Democratic Party (Arabi)|D]]–[[Dellcourt (Arabi)|DE]])
|introduced_date = March 9, 2023
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|passed_body1 = [[Arabin Senate|Senate]]
|passed_date1 = March 30, 2023
|passed_vote1 = 27−5
|passed_body2 = [[Arabin House of Representatives|House of Representatives]]
|passed_as2 = 
|passed_date2 = April 25, 2023
|passed_vote2 = 173−22
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|vetoed_president = [[Lucien Orton (Arabi)|Lucien Orton]]
|vetoed_date = April 26, 2023
|overridden_body1 = [[Arabin Senate|Senate]]
|overridden_date1 = May 2, 2023
|overridden_vote1 = 27−5
|overridden_body2 = [[Arabin House of Representatives|House of Representatives]]
|overridden_date2 = May 5, 2023
|overridden_vote2 = 173−22

|amendments = <!--List acts that are amended due to this act-->

|SCOA_cases = <!--List Supreme Court of Arabi cases that involve this legislation-->

|status = active
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The '''Official Symbols and Seals of Arabi Act of 2023''' is a significant legislative enactment within the legal framework of [[Arabi]]. This landmark piece of legislation, passed by [[Arabin Congress|Congress]], is designed to establish a comprehensive and meticulous protocol governing any proposed alterations to the official symbols, seals, and flag of the nation. Enacted with the purpose of upholding the nation's identity and heritage, this Act introduces a balanced mechanism that involves the executive, legislative, and judicial branches in the decision-making process. By requiring a 2/3 majority vote in Congress, the Act ensures that changes are executed with broad consensus, safeguarding the integrity of the country's visual representation. This article provides an overview of the key provisions encapsulated within the Official Symbols and Seals of Arabi Act, elucidating its aims, mechanisms, and significance in shaping the nation's enduring visual identity.

== Text == 
:'''Section 1: Title'''

::This Act shall be known as the "Official Symbols and Seals of Arabi Act of 2023."

:'''Section 2: Purpose'''

::The purpose of this Act is to provide a legal framework for the modification of official symbols and seals of the United Socialist States of Arabi, ensuring that any changes to such symbols are carried out with due process and broad consensus.

:'''Section 3: Changes to Legislative Branch Seals and Official Flag'''

::'''(a)''' The Arabin Congress shall have the authority to propose and approve changes to the official seals of the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as changes to the official flag of Arabi.

::'''(b)''' Any proposed changes to the legislative branch seals or the official flag of Arabi shall be submitted as a bill to the Arabin Congress. Such bills shall require a 2/3 majority vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives to take effect.

:'''Section 4: Changes to Executive Branch Seal'''

::'''(a)''' The President of the United Socialist States of Arabi shall have the authority to propose a change to the official seal of the executive branch.

::'''(b)''' The proposed change to the executive branch seal shall be submitted in writing to the Arabin Congress. Such a proposal shall require a 2/3 majority vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives to take effect.

:'''Section 5: Changes to Judicial Branch Seal'''

::'''(a)''' The Chief Justice of the United Socialist States of Arabi shall have the authority to propose a change to the official seal of the judicial branch.

::'''(b)''' In addition to the proposal by the Chief Justice, a simple majority of all justices sitting on the Supreme Court at the time must also support the proposed change to the judicial branch seal.

::'''(c)''' The proposed change to the judicial branch seal shall be submitted to the Arabin Congress. Such a proposal shall require a 2/3 majority vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives to take effect.

:'''Section 6: Implementation'''

::Changes to the official symbols and seals as specified in this Act shall be implemented in accordance with the guidelines and procedures established by relevant governmental agencies responsible for design and representation.

:'''Section 7: Severability'''

::If any provision of this Act or the application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the remainder of the Act and the application of such provisions to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby.

:'''Section 8: Enactment'''

::This Act shall come into effect upon its passage by a 2/3 majority vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Arabin Congress.

== Implementation ==
=== Legislative Branch ===
For changes to the official seals of the [[Arabin Senate|Senate]] and the [[Arabin House of Representatives|House of Representatives]], as well as modifications to the national flag, the [[Arabin Congress]] plays a pivotal role. Any proposed alterations must be presented as a bill, subject to thorough debate and examination in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. A crucial feature of the Act is the stringent requirement for a 2/3 majority vote in both chambers, ensuring that the changes enjoy widespread support before becoming official. This consensus-driven approach underscores the Act's commitment to preserving the nation's identity through a collaborative process.

=== Executive Branch ===
The [[President of Arabi]] is bestowed with the authority to suggest changes to the official seal of the executive branch. This provision acknowledges the role of the President in representing the nation's leadership and administration. However, even in this case, the Act demands a 2/3 majority approval by the Arabin Congress, emphasizing the Act's overarching principle of consensus-driven decision-making.

=== Judicial Branch ===
The Act recognizes the significance of the judicial branch in upholding the rule of law and the nation's legal identity. The [[Chief Justice of Arabi|Chief Justice]] of the [[Supreme Court of Arabi|Supreme Court]] is empowered to propose changes to the judicial branch's official seal. Additionally, the Act requires that a simple majority of all justices currently serving on the Supreme Court support the proposed change. This careful calibration ensures that modifications to the judicial branch seal reflect the collective wisdom of the Court and maintain its solemnity and integrity.