Replace Interim Constitutional Committee
255 DReps voted · 72 with a rationale · 12 changed their vote
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- Yes584.2M ₳Rationale
Summary
Yoroi DRep votes YES on the governance action to ratify the newly elected Constitutional Committee (CC), which will replace the Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC) at the end of epoch 580.
Rationale
The election process was transparent, accessible, and independently verified, ensuring its credibility.
The varied term lengths for members help balance stability with regular opportunities for new participation.
This action ensures a smooth transition with no governance gap after the ICC’s term ends.Conclusion
Yoroi looks forward to the contributions of the new CC and trusts they will strengthen Cardano’s governance for the benefit of the entire ecosystem. - Yes435.8M ₳Rationale
I believe the election process was legitimate and I have confidence in the abilities of all the elected members, so I will vote in favor.
選挙プロセスは正統であり、かつ、選出されたメンバー全員の能力に私は自信を持っています。よって賛成票を投じます。
- Yes293M ₳Rationale
Summary
EMURGO as DRep votes YES on the governance action to enact the newly elected Constitutional Committee (CC), replacing the Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC) at the end of epoch 580.
Rationale
This governance action ensures a smooth transition from the ICC to the newly elected CC, following a transparent, accessible, and independently verified election process. The staggered 73- and 146-epoch terms will maintain stability while allowing for periodic renewal. EMURGO welcomes this change as part of Cardano’s decentralization journey and is confident the new CC will serve the community well. - Yes254.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes222.9M ₳Rationale
TL;DR: EDC voted YES on gov_action1g7sw0f8e8qa34lppj2erksvzf4j6e9udwaq6efslc8apdqeazygsq2spyyt; Good luck to all new CC members and thank you for your service.
- Yes165.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes120.2M ₳Rationale
The Cardano Foundation votes YES on the governance action “Replace Interim Constitutional Committee” to ratify the results of the recent Constitutional Committee election.
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
As previously outlined, the Cardano Foundation participated actively in this election by developing an assessment methodology to assess the nominated candidates and endorsing seven of these candidates who we believed are best suited for the role.
The final composition of the proposed committee is aligned with our recommendations, giving us confidence in the body's collective expertise and ability to uphold the Cardano Constitution. Ratifying this governance action is the necessary final step in transitioning from an appointed interim committee to a community-elected one, marking a significant milestone in Cardano's journey toward decentralized governance. We support this action to ensure a seamless transition and uphold the integrity of the electoral process.Transparency and Conflict of Interest Management
It is important to note that two members of the Cardano Foundation's governance advisory team, Nicolas Cerny and Matthias Benkort, have recused themselves from this vote and did not contribute to this rationale. This is due to their direct involvement as members of the proposed Constitutional Committee, Matthias as an individual member, and Nicolas as part of the Ace Alliance.
Internal Vote Summary:
- Votes in Favor: 5
- Votes Against: 0
- Abstentions: 0
- Votes Not to Vote: 0
- Not Voted: 2 (2 members recused themselves from this proposal)
- Yes92.2M ₳No rationale
- Yes91.5M ₳Rationale
As a DRep, I confidently vote YES to replace the Interim Constitution Committee.
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
This rotation is not only a healthy step for governance—it’s a principle enshrined in the Cardano Constitution. The election process was smooth, with no complaints noted, and the newly elected members are fully equipped to fulfill their roles.
I’m pleased that the incoming CC members are those I personally voted for. But even if that weren’t the case, I would still support the transition.
Importantly, this marks a historic shift: for the first time, CC members are not affiliated with founding entities. That alone makes this change worth supporting.
I have full confidence in the new members’ ability to handle their responsibilities—and I wish them great success in their work ahead.
- YesRevoted86M ₳Rationale
SIPO’s Statement: Why We Vote “Yes” on Replacing the Interim Constitutional Committee
SIPO supports the ratification of the newly elected Constitutional Committee (CC) and votes Yes on this governance action because it represents a vital transition from a provisional oversight body to a fully community-elected structure, in line with the Cardano Constitution.
The Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC) was a necessary first step, but its time-limited mandate, dominated by founding entities, must now give way to the democratic mechanism established by DReps and the community. This vote completes the formal enactment of the election held between May and July 2025, where over 40 DReps participated in selecting seven CC members via a verifiable, transparent, and decentralized process.
This transition is not only procedural—it is foundational. Without it, Cardano risks a governance vacuum after Epoch 580. Governance actions requiring CC approval would stall, undermining the platform’s decision-making ability. The newly elected CC has members with a broad spectrum of perspectives, geographical reach, and community legitimacy. Their staggered terms also ensure continuity and gradual renewal, a design SIPO supports as a resilient governance model.
In short, this vote affirms:
• The authority of DReps and community-led elections
• The operational continuity of Cardano governance
• The commitment to decentralization and constitutional processSIPO believes this proposal reflects the maturation of Cardano’s governance. We call on other DReps and SPOs to recognize this critical moment and contribute to a secure transition by voting responsibly.
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SIPOの声明：「暫定憲法委員会の交代」提案に賛成（Yes）票を投じる理由
SIPOは、本ガバナンス提案「暫定憲法委員会の交代」に賛成票（Yes）を投じます。この提案は、暫定的な監督機関から、コミュニティによって選ばれた正式な憲法委員会（CC）への重要な移行を実現するものであり、カルダノ憲法の理念に沿った正当なプロセスです。
暫定憲法委員会（ICC）は初期段階において必要不可欠でしたが、設立団体に偏重した構成であり、その役割は一時的なものであると明記されていました。今回の提案は、2025年5月から7月にかけて行われたコミュニティ主導の選挙結果を正式にオンチェーンで承認するものです。この選挙では、40を超えるDRepが参加し、7名の委員が透明かつ検証可能な方法で選出されました。
この移行は単なる手続きではなく、「カルダノが自律的な統治ネットワークとして機能し続けるための基盤」です。もしこの提案が承認されなければ、Epoch 580の終了とともにICCの任期が切れ、CC不在による統治の空白が生じてしまいます。これは、財務支出やプロトコル変更などの重要なガバナンス行為に直接的な支障をきたします。
今回選出されたCCメンバーは、地域性や視点の多様性を反映し、コミュニティからの信任を得ています。また、任期を分散させた構成は、継続性と段階的な更新を両立させる、堅牢な統治モデルとしてSIPOが支持する設計です。
要点として、SIPOの賛成理由は以下の通りです：
• DRepおよびコミュニティ主導選挙の正当性を支持する
• カルダノ統治機構の継続性を確保する
• 分散型ガバナンスおよび憲法原則への誓約を再確認するSIPOはこの提案が、カルダノ・ガバナンスの成熟を象徴する重要な転換点であると考えています。他のDRepおよびSPOの皆様にも、この重要な移行を支えるために、責任ある一票を投じていただくことを呼びかけます。
Earlier votes
Yes10mo agoSuperseded
Yes11mo agoSuperseded
SIPO’s Statement: Why We Vote “Yes” on Replacing the Interim Constitutional Committee
SIPO supports the ratification of the newly elected Constitutional Committee (CC) and votes Yes on this governance action because it represents a vital transition from a provisional oversight body to a fully community-elected structure, in line with the Cardano Constitution.
The Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC) was a necessary first step, but its time-limited mandate, dominated by founding entities, must now give way to the democratic mechanism established by DReps and the community. This vote completes the formal enactment of the election held between May and July 2025, where over 40 DReps participated in selecting seven CC members via a verifiable, transparent, and decentralized process.
This transition is not only procedural—it is foundational. Without it, Cardano risks a governance vacuum after Epoch 580. Governance actions requiring CC approval would stall, undermining the platform’s decision-making ability. The newly elected CC has members with a broad spectrum of perspectives, geographical reach, and community legitimacy. Their staggered terms also ensure continuity and gradual renewal, a design SIPO supports as a resilient governance model.
In short, this vote affirms:
• The authority of DReps and community-led elections
• The operational continuity of Cardano governance
• The commitment to decentralization and constitutional processSIPO believes this proposal reflects the maturation of Cardano’s governance. We call on other DReps and SPOs to recognize this critical moment and contribute to a secure transition by voting responsibly.
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SIPOの声明：「暫定憲法委員会の交代」提案に賛成（Yes）票を投じる理由
SIPOは、本ガバナンス提案「暫定憲法委員会の交代」に賛成票（Yes）を投じます。この提案は、暫定的な監督機関から、コミュニティによって選ばれた正式な憲法委員会（CC）への重要な移行を実現するものであり、カルダノ憲法の理念に沿った正当なプロセスです。
暫定憲法委員会（ICC）は初期段階において必要不可欠でしたが、設立団体に偏重した構成であり、その役割は一時的なものであると明記されていました。今回の提案は、2025年5月から7月にかけて行われたコミュニティ主導の選挙結果を正式にオンチェーンで承認するものです。この選挙では、40を超えるDRepが参加し、7名の委員が透明かつ検証可能な方法で選出されました。
この移行は単なる手続きではなく、「カルダノが自律的な統治ネットワークとして機能し続けるための基盤」です。もしこの提案が承認されなければ、Epoch 580の終了とともにICCの任期が切れ、CC不在による統治の空白が生じてしまいます。これは、財務支出やプロトコル変更などの重要なガバナンス行為に直接的な支障をきたします。
今回選出されたCCメンバーは、地域性や視点の多様性を反映し、コミュニティからの信任を得ています。また、任期を分散させた構成は、継続性と段階的な更新を両立させる、堅牢な統治モデルとしてSIPOが支持する設計です。
要点として、SIPOの賛成理由は以下の通りです：
• DRepおよびコミュニティ主導選挙の正当性を支持する
• カルダノ統治機構の継続性を確保する
• 分散型ガバナンスおよび憲法原則への誓約を再確認するSIPOはこの提案が、カルダノ・ガバナンスの成熟を象徴する重要な転換点であると考えています。他のDRepおよびSPOの皆様にも、この重要な移行を支えるために、責任ある一票を投じていただくことを呼びかけます。
- Yes84.3M ₳No rationale
- Yes77.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes76.8M ₳No rationale
- Yes75.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes75.2M ₳No rationale
- Yes74.5M ₳Rationale
I vote Yes on this governance action to endorse the results of the Constitutional Committee election held from May 5th to July 6th, 2025. This decision ensures the timely and seamless transition from the Interim Constitutional Committee to the newly elected members, in line with the Cardano Constitution’s mandate for staggered terms and continuous governance functionality. The election process was transparent, verifiable, and independently audited, fulfilling constitutional requirements. Approving this action prevents any governance gap after the current committee’s term ends in epoch 580 and strengthens the long-term stability of Cardano’s decentralized governance.
本ガバナンス提案に対し、Yes として投票します。
2025年5月5日から7月6日にかけて実施された憲法委員会選挙の結果を承認し、暫定憲法委員会から新たに選出された委員への円滑かつ期限内の移行を確実にするためです。これは、憲法で定められた任期の段階的交代とガバナンス機能の継続性を担保するものであり、選挙は透明性・検証可能性を備え、独立監査も行われています。本提案を承認することで、epoch 580で現委員会の任期が終了した後のガバナンス空白を回避し、Cardanoの分散型ガバナンスの長期的な安定性を強化します。 - YesRevoted73.1M ₳Rationale
I welcome the newly elected Constitutional Committee and support this action to formalize their mandate and ensure continuity in Cardano governance.
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
I welcome the newly elected Constitutional Committee and support this action to formalize their mandate and ensure continuity in Cardano governance.
Earlier votes
Yes11mo agoSuperseded
I'm voting YES. As the proposal states, this action is critical to formalize the results of the recent election and replace the Interim Committee before its term expires. This ensures the seamless continuation of Cardano governance, adhering to the process mandated by the Constitution.
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
I am voting FOR this governance action as it is a necessary and time-sensitive procedural step outlined in the proposal.
The motivation is clear: the Interim Constitutional Committee's term is expiring, and this action is required to enact the new, elected committee to ensure continuity. The proposal also confirms this process removes the founding entities from their interim seats, a key step in our governance sustainability.
Given that the election process was described as transparent and its results independently verified, I am confident in ratifying this outcome and super excited to welcome our new members.
- Yes69.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes66M ₳Rationale
This only puts the actual candidate votes to action - therefore voted yes
- Yes62.7M ₳Rationale
This proposal replaces the Interim Constitutional Committee with members elected through the recent, verified DRep election, as required by Article VII, Section 2 of the Cardano Constitution. The process followed a transparent, audited, and constitutional procedure, with term lengths allocated to ensure staggered continuity. Approving this action ensures governance continuity beyond the interim term’s expiry in epoch 580, without any breach of constitutional requirements or risk to treasury oversight. There are no missing disclosures or procedural concerns.
- Yes53.8M ₳No rationale
- Abstain50.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes50.4M ₳Rationale
Replace Interim Constitutional Committee --->> Yes
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
I cast a Yes vote on the “New Committee” Governance Action. This action is based on the DRep elections organized primarily by Intersect and reflects the outcome determined by the collective votes of participating DReps. While I do not necessarily give full endorsement to each individual CC team, I expect them to fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to them as the Constitutional Committee on behalf of the community. With this action, I also conclude my service as a member of the ICC team “Cardano Japan.” Going forward, I intend to apply my experience as a DRep to closely monitor the decisions of the new CC, ensuring that the balance of power in Cardano’s decentralization remains healthy and accountable. 私は、「New Committee」アクションに対して「Yes」投票を行います。本アクションは、Intersectが中心となって執り行われたDRep選挙に基づいており、投票に参加したDRepの総意による結果に基づいています。それぞれのCCチームに対して必ずしも全面支持をするわけではありませんが、今後は、彼らがCCとしてコミュニティに期待された役割を担うことを期待します。また、私自身、このアクションによってICCチーム「Cardano Japan」を辞することとなります。これまでの経験をDRepとして活かし、新たなCCの判断を逐一監査し、分散化における力のバランスが健全に行われるかを監視し続けたいと思います。
- YesRevoted50M ₳Rationale
All candidates for the Constitutional Сommittee are well-known in the Cardano community. Since I have no reason to distrust them, I'm voting Yes.
Earlier votes
Yes11mo agoSuperseded
All candidates for the Constitutional Сommittee are well-known in the Cardano community. Since I have no reason to distrust them, I'm voting Yes.
- Yes49.5M ₳Rationale
CC is a core part of on chain governance. Members are tasked with reviewing the constitutionality. The CC allows the system to evolve. It is vital to enshrine this body of Cardano Governance
- Yes48.6M ₳No rationale
- Yes42.9M ₳No rationale
- Yes40.1M ₳No rationale
- No38.1M ₳No rationale
- YesChanged37.8M ₳History
Earlier votes
Abstain11mo agoSuperseded
- Yes34.6M ₳No rationale
- Abstain34.3M ₳Rationale
Abstained to maintain neutrality
- Yes33.5M ₳Rationale
This governance action transitions the Constitutional Committee from interim appointees to elected members It upholds decentralization respects constitutional procedures and ensures continuity in Cardano’s governance fully aligning with the HOSKY Cardano First dRep platform.
A PDF version of this rationale is also made available.
Summary
This governance action transitions the Constitutional Committee from interim appointees to elected members It upholds decentralization respects constitutional procedures and ensures continuity in Cardano’s governance fully aligning with the HOSKY Cardano First dRep platform
Rationale
Alignment with the HOSKY dRep Platform Cardano First
This proposal supports the core tenets of the HOSKY dRep platform which prioritizes decentralization fiscal responsibility and transparent governance
Decentralization
Replacing the appointed interim committee IOG Cardano Foundation EMURGO and Intersect with elected members selected through an open DRep election advances the principle of community-led governance and reduces centralized controlTransparency
The election process was conducted on-chain with public audits and full documentation of candidate applications and results This matches the platform’s call for clear verifiable decision-makingSustainability
Implementing staggered term lengths for committee members ensures operational continuity and avoids governance bottlenecks Key to maintaining stable and secure decision-making structuresThe governance process was inclusive verifiable and aligned with the values of open governance and community oversight
Constitutionally Compliant
This action fulfills Article VII Section 2 of the Cardano Constitution which requires staggered elections and defines term limits for Constitutional Committee members The process also reflects Section 3 which calls for a transparent and community-endorsed election mechanism
The expiration of the interim committee at epoch 580 necessitates timely ratification to avoid a governance vacuum This proposal ensures seamless succession and preserves the checks and balances defined in the Constitution
Strategic Importance
Approving this action secures the legitimacy of Cardano’s evolving governance system It formalizes a decentralized committee and prevents the ecosystem from entering a state of no confidence which would halt progress on treasury withdrawals upgrades or constitutional enforcement
Voting yes is a vote for procedural integrity transparent transition and community control
- Yes31.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes30.7M ₳No rationale
- Yes27.9M ₳Rationale
All of the CC members chosen are well-regarded and supported by the Cardano Community. I believe that each of them will act in good faith to adhere to and enforce the Cardano Constitution.
- Yes27.9M ₳No rationale
- Yes27.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes26.3M ₳No rationale
- Yes26.1M ₳Rationale
W/o it we cant move on to next phase fo decentralized governance
- Yes25.3M ₳Rationale
I have voted YES on the current proposal to replace the Interim Constitutional Committee. I believe the committee members being enacted will serve Cardano well.
- Yes23.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes21.5M ₳No rationale
- Yes21.5M ₳Rationale
I have my reservations regarding handing 28.57% of voting power to just 2 individuals on this Committee and that DRep participation in this election was shockingly low, with the most voted candidate in this election still only receiving votes from less than 10% of DReps (85 votes out of ~900 Dreps).
However, the interim period of Cardano governance was meant to be just that, interim. With the official end of the interim period marked by the ratification of the community-agreed Constitution, the original Interim Constitution mandated that the Interim Constitutional Committee shall serve an inaugural term of 73 epochs from the date of the Chang hard fork (Article IV, Section 2 of the Interim Constitution). This leaves the election of all the seats of the Constitutional Committee to be the last remaining step towards reaching the full on-chain governance as decided by ada holders.
DReps had their chance to vote during the Constitutional Committee elections and if either DReps did not vote or ada holders did not move their delegation to those that best represented their choices in the time available, then that is a matter for them to re-evaluate. There was an election, results were audited and therefore I vote in favour of this update committee action.
As an outgoing ICC member, acting as one of several community members representing the Intersect Constitutional Council over the past year I would just like to say that it has been an honour to serve in this capacity and an experience as we all began to find our way in this new world of on-chain governance. Knowing the work that went into the role behind the scenes it is with both sadness and relief that I look forward to the new CC. Sadness that the work put in over the past year was not valued enough to earn another spot on the Committee and that there’s a wealth of experience among prospective Adara members that is now seeking a suitable outlet, but also relief with the knowledge of just how much work the past year has been behind the scenes. I wish the incoming Constitutional Committee all the best in their new / recurring roles.
- Yes21.4M ₳Rationale
I believe the election process was transparent, and the selected members are competent to fulfill their roles as Constitutional Committee members.
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選出プロセスは透明性があり、選ばれたメンバーは憲法委員会（CC）としての役割を果たす十分な能力があると信じています。 - Yes21.1M ₳No rationale
- Yes20.4M ₳No rationale
- Yes20.3M ₳No rationale
- Yes19.9M ₳Rationale
I wish best of luck to the new constitutional committee!
- Yes17.4M ₳No rationale