Name Protocol Version 11 hard fork - van Rossem
203 DReps voted · 74 with a rationale · 5 changed their vote
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- Abstain17.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes17.3M ₳Rationale
Name Protocol Version 11 hard fork - van Rossem
- Yes16.7M ₳Rationale
Cardano has a tradition of naming hard forks after people who truly shaped the ecosystem. Naming PV11 the “van Rossem Hard Fork” is a heartfelt way to honor Max van Rossem’s governance work. Especially his contributions to the constitution and the early Constitutional Committee election process.
Rest in peace Max.
- Yes16.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes14.2M ₳No rationale
- Yes13.9M ₳No rationale
- Yes13.3M ₳Rationale
This governance action proposes naming Cardano Protocol Version 11 the “van Rossem Hard Fork” in memory of Max van Rossem, a respected contributor to the Cardano community and its governance foundations.
RCADA recognises that naming hard forks has long served as a symbolic tradition within Cardano, reflecting milestones in the protocol’s evolution while honouring individuals whose contributions have had lasting impact. This proposal continues that tradition and has received broad support across the DRep community.
Max van Rossem made meaningful contributions to Cardano’s governance development, including constitutional discussions, participation in the Constitutional Convention, and sustained community representation through the Dutch DRep Collective. He also contributed to the election process of the first fully community-elected Constitutional Committee and supported governance coordination efforts that will continue to shape the network’s future.
From a governance perspective, this action is intentionally narrow in scope, constitutionally neutral, and non-precedent-expanding beyond the continuation of an established naming practice. It does not affect protocol rules, treasury access, or governance authority, and therefore does not raise concerns related to guardrails, fiscal discipline, or decentralisation resilience.
RCADA also acknowledges the broader community sentiment expressed by many DReps in support of this proposal and supports the naming in that spirit. For these reasons, RCADA votes YES.
RCADA's full vote assessment can be found here:
https://brolloks.github.io/rcada-drep-votes/ - Yes12.1M ₳Rationale
We support this proposal as a respectful and appropriate recognition of Max van Rossem’s enduring contributions to the Cardano ecosystem, particularly at a pivotal moment when governance has become central to Cardano’s identity. Max’s work across constitutional development, the Buenos Aires Constitutional Convention, Article VIII deliberations, and the Constitutional Committee Election Working Group reflects sustained, high-impact engagement that has helped shape the foundations of Cardano’s on-chain governance. His contributions were not symbolic or peripheral; they were substantive, collaborative, and ecosystem-wide.
- Yes10.9M ₳No rationale
- Yes10.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes8.8M ₳Rationale
本提案は、Cardanoにおけるハードフォーク命名の慣行に沿い、憲法策定やガバナンスの発展に大きく貢献した Max van Rossem 氏の功績を、コミュニティの記憶として正式に刻むものであり、その意義を尊重して賛成します。\n\nI vote Yes, as this proposal follows Cardano’s hard fork naming tradition and formally honors the significant contributions of Max van Rossem to the Constitution and the evolution of Cardano’s governance.
- Yes8.1M ₳No rationale
- Yes7.6M ₳Rationale
I support this motion.
- Yes5.9M ₳Rationale
Not much to say here other than of course we should do this to honor Max.
- Yes5.8M ₳No rationale
- Yes5.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes5.4M ₳Rationale
Wondefull idea !
- Yes5.3M ₳Rationale
Voting yes as Max van Rossem dedicated his life to the community and Cardano's governance. This proposal continues the tradition of honoring those who've shaped where we are today (what I love most about this community personally). From our days in Argentina back in December 2024, I know Max would've loved this.
- Yes5.3M ₳Rationale
STORM Partners votes YES on the Protocol Version 11 hard fork. Beyond the technical advancements this upgrade brings to the network, we strongly support the decision to name this milestone in honor of Pieter van Rossem. Although we did not have the privilege of meeting Pieter in person, we recognize his reputation as a valuable and enthusiastic builder whose passion helped shape the ecosystem. We are proud to cast this vote as a tribute to his legacy, ensuring his dedication is memorialized within the protocol’s history.
- Yes4.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes4.6M ₳No rationale
- Yes4.6M ₳No rationale
- Yes4.4M ₳Rationale
I never met Max, but I do appreciate all his work and love for the Cardano ecosystem
- Yes4.2M ₳No rationale
- Yes4.1M ₳Rationale
[Portuguese]
Optamos por votar "SIM" nesta ação de governança "Name Protocol Version 11 hard fork - van Rossem" (gov_action13pzmlsmmktmfareqpl3gzj9nm63ugwvmp3y7urkjhd8rf89tn6msq95mp3f), pois ela preserva e reforça a tradição da Cardano de homenagear pessoas que contribuíram de forma excepcional para o ecossistema. Max van Rossem teve um papel decisivo em marcos fundamentais da governança, promovendo debates e melhorias em momentos críticos, como a elaboração da primeira Constituição da Cardano e o estabelecimento do primeiro Comitê Constitucional. Além disso, em sua atuação como DRep, fortaleceu sua comunidade ao conectar pessoas e iniciativas relevantes para o ecossistema. Dar seu nome ao hard fork do Protocolo 11 agrega um valor simbólico e histórico importante, representando um gesto de gratidão, reconhecimento e memória comunitária.
[English]
We chose to vote "YES" on this governance action "Name Protocol Version 11 hard fork - van Rossem" (gov_action13pzmlsmmktmfareqpl3gzj9nm63ugwvmp3y7urkjhd8rf89tn6msq95mp3f), as it upholds Cardano’s tradition of honoring individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the ecosystem. Max van Rossem played a decisive role in key governance milestones, fostering discussions and improvements during critical moments, such as the drafting of the first Cardano Constitution and the establishment of the first Constitutional Committee. Furthermore, in his role as a DRep, he strengthened his community by connecting people and initiatives across the ecosystem. Naming the Protocol Version 11 hard fork after him adds significant symbolic and historical value, serving as an expression of gratitude, recognition, and collective memory within the Cardano community. - Yes4M ₳No rationale
- Yes3.8M ₳Rationale
This is easy to support, acts to bring the community together and I do not see any downsides, thus I am in favor.
- Yes3.8M ₳No rationale
- Yes3.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes3.4M ₳No rationale
- Abstain3.1M ₳Rationale
As I have not had time yet to properly review this proposal, I am voting Abstain for now.
- Yes3M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.8M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.6M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.6M ₳Rationale
Vasil がプロトコルの成熟を、Chang／Plomin がガバナンス思想の整理を象徴したとすれば、
Max van Rossem は 制度面の具体化と実装に大きく貢献した人物です。
特に、Cardano 憲法の策定や、初の完全選出型・憲法委員会（CC）選挙において重要な役割を果たしました。
推測ですが、彼の継続的な関与がなければ、これらの制度整備はより時間を要していた可能性があります。
その意味で、Protocol Version 11 に彼の名を冠することは、Cardano のガバナンス史を振り返る上で妥当な判断だと考えます。
While Vasil symbolized the maturation of the protocol and Chang / Plomin the consolidation of governance ideas,
Max van Rossem made significant contributions to the practical design and implementation of governance institutions.
He played an important role in the development of the Cardano Constitution and in the process leading to the first fully elected Constitutional Committee (CC).
It is reasonable to assume that without his sustained involvement,
these governance milestones may have taken longer to achieve.
From this perspective, naming Protocol Version 11 after him is a reasonable and historically consistent choice. - Yes2.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.5M ₳Rationale
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- Yes2.3M ₳No rationale
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- Yes2.1M ₳No rationale
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- Yes2.1M ₳No rationale
- Yes2.1M ₳Rationale
This Info Action is constitutionally appropriate, non-binding, and fully aligned with the intended purpose of informational governance actions. It introduces no technical, financial, or governance risk, and does not alter protocol parameters, ledger rules, or constitutional provisions. Naming a hard fork is a symbolic act that helps coordinate shared understanding across the ecosystem and has precedent within Cardano’s culture. Recognising Max van Rossem’s contributions to the community and the Hard Fork Working Group is not only harmless, but the right thing to do—it acknowledges meaningful service, reinforces positive norms around contribution and stewardship, and strengthens the social fabric of Cardano governance. As such, this proposal is sound, respectful, and worthy of support.
- Yes2.1M ₳No rationale
- Yes2M ₳No rationale
- Yes1.9M ₳No rationale
- Yes1.8M ₳Rationale
YES — Supporting this name honors the legacy and contributions of van Rossem to the Cardano ecosystem, and is a respectful recognition of the impact they had on the community and the project.
- Yes1.7M ₳No rationale