Replace Interim Constitutional Committee
255 DReps voted · 72 with a rationale · 12 changed their vote
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- Yes1.8M ₳Rationale
Voting Yes. This proposal enacts the results of the recent Constitutional Committee election, replacing the interim committee and ensuring governance continuity.
- Yes1.8M ₳Rationale
I am voting Yes. The Interim Committee played an important role in getting the governance process off the ground, but Cardano must now transition to a more accountable, community-aligned structure. Replacing the interim members with those selected through transparent, participatory processes strengthens the legitimacy of on-chain governance and aligns with the principles outlined in the Cardano Constitution. This is a necessary and timely step toward a decentralized and representative governance model.
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Abstain11mo agoSuperseded
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The new proposed CC contains 6 of the 7 candidates I voted for in the election, so voting YES for this is quite obvious. In addition, it would be very inappropriate to vote NO or ABSTAIN on this on Mike Hornan from the Cardano Atlantic Counsel his birthday! 😜
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- Yes1.2M ₳Rationale
I am voting YES because this action simply enacts the results of the May–July 2025 community election and replaces the temporary (interim) Constitutional Committee (CC) with the newly elected CC before the interim term expires; this ensures governance keeps working without a gap for proposals that require CC approval. A YES means the new, community-elected CC takes over with staggered one-year and two-year terms, giving a soft handover that blends fresh members with experienced community councils; I also appreciate that the Cardano Foundation is stepping aside here to strengthen decentralization. Some have noted that only DReps voted in the election, but Cardano’s model is delegated democracy: any ADA holder can become a DRep and vote directly, or delegate their voting power to a DRep and change that delegation at any time. If we vote NO, the interim CC will time out and Cardano could face a governance pause—technical operations continue, but actions needing CC sign-off cannot be approved until a new committee is installed later. For those who want to learn more or take part next time, the official election portal used by DReps is: elections.constitution.gov.tools (with voting run via Ekklesia).
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- Yes1.1M ₳Rationale
I vote YES to ratify this governance action because it is imperative to have a valid Constitutional Committee in place before the current term expires. This is foundational for Cardano’s governance continuity and legitimacy.
However, I urge the community and future proposals to focus on evolving governance structures with strategic foresight, enhanced transparency safeguards, and stronger independence mechanisms. Procedural actions like this must become more efficient and less resource-intensive as the ecosystem matures.
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Yes11mo agoSuperseded
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Yes11mo agoSuperseded
- Yes825.2K ₳Rationale
Voting for this proposal was held in a transparent and democratic way. We support the results and celebrate the our first fully elected. Constitutional Committee.
- Yes798.4K ₳Rationale
I support moving away from the interim CC into a fully community based CC.
I see no indication that this has not been done according to due process.
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I have confidence in both process and outcome; that the elected members will serve the community well.
- Yes782.8K ₳Rationale
I am voting YES to ratify the results of the recent Constitutional Committee (CC) election. This action is not just procedural, but critical for the continuity and stability of Cardano's governance.
My confidence in this proposal rests on three key points:
- Time-Sensitivity: The Interim CC's term expires at the end of epoch 580. A YES vote ensures a seamless transition, preventing any lapse in the committee's essential functions, as mandated by the Constitution.
- Process Integrity: The election hosted by Intersect was designed for transparency and verifiability. The inclusion of an independent audit by DQuadrant provides strong assurance that the results are legitimate and reflect the will of the voting dReps.
- Constitutional Adherence: This action upholds the constitutional mandate for staggered terms, a crucial feature for long-term committee stability and knowledge retention.
By ratifying these results, we are respecting a sound electoral process and taking a mature step forward in our decentralized governance journey.
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- Yes717.5K ₳Rationale
I vote "Yes" on the Governance Action (GA) to replace the Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC) with the newly elected Constitutional Committee (CC) because this marks a necessary and meaningful step forward in Cardano's on-chain governance. The ICC served its purpose as a temporary oversight body during the initial phase of the governance framework, but it was always intended to be provisional. The recent election process, conducted between May and July 2025, was transparent, community-driven, and successfully selected seven qualified members through active DReps participation.
Ratifying the new CC ensures that Cardano’s governance remains operational and accountable beyond Epoch 580, while also affirming our collective commitment to decentralization and legitimacy. The newly elected committee members bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and their terms provide both continuity and resilience. By voting "Yes", we honor the outcome of the election and help solidify the constitutional process that underpins Cardano’s long-term success.
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I vote Yes! This proposal is the formal, on-chain implementation of a democratic process that has already concluded successfully. While I wasn't able to participate in the working group, I, as a DRep, am participating right now by casting this vote to ratify the community's will. This vote ensures critical governance continuity, honors the results of a transparent, community-led election, and is an essential step in decentralizing power away from the founding entities and into the hands of the Cardano community.
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- Yes625.9K ₳Rationale
This proposal represents a critical transition from provisional governance to a fully community-elected Constitutional Committee, marking a foundational moment in Cardano's decentralization journey. The Interim Constitutional Committee served its essential purpose as a temporary oversight body during the initial governance framework deployment, but its time-limited mandate must now give way to democratically elected representation.
The election process conducted between May and July 2025 demonstrated the maturity of Cardano's governance infrastructure through transparent, verifiable procedures that engaged DReps in selecting seven qualified committee members. This community-driven and independently audited selection process facilitated through an Intersect funded voting tool establishes legitimate democratic foundations for ongoing governance operations.
Ratification is operationally essential to prevent governance paralysis beyond Epoch 580. Without this transition, governance actions requiring Constitutional Committee approval would stall, undermining Cardano's decision-making capacity and platform evolution. The newly elected committee ensures continuity of critical oversight functions while representing authentic community mandate rather than institutional appointment.
The staggered term structure provides institutional stability through gradual renewal rather than complete replacement, demonstrating thoughtful governance design that balances continuity with democratic refreshment. Members serve either 146 or 73-epoch terms based on election results, ensuring operational knowledge transfer while enabling periodic community input.
The transition from founding entities to community-elected representatives fulfills Cardano's constitutional mandate for decentralized governance while maintaining operational competence through qualified, engaged committee members. This evolution demonstrates the platform's commitment to genuine decentralization beyond mere technical architecture.
The elected committee brings diverse geographical representation and community perspectives that enhance governance legitimacy and decision-making quality. The selection through active DRep participation validates the effectiveness of Cardano's unique governance model and builds confidence in future electoral processes.
Supporting this proposal affirms collective commitment to constitutional governance principles while ensuring operational continuity essential for platform development. The combination of democratic legitimacy, operational necessity, and constitutional compliance makes ratification both practically essential and philosophically aligned with Cardano's founding principles.
This governance action represents the successful maturation of experimental governance structures into permanent, community-controlled institutions that will guide Cardano's continued evolution through legitimate, accountable oversight mechanisms. - Yes605.7K ₳No rationale