Based on the discussion concerning the membership status of select member states, I believe that there are some misrepresentation/inaccuracies in the naming of the membership status, leading into some confusion regarding what defines the two membership statuses.

Whereas the word "full" in the member status NEA Full Member State, and the lack of the word "member" in the member status NEA Observer State implies a hierarchical and conceptual difference, it is in practice that a full member state and an observer state are considered equally respected members of the NEA, and only differ in the privilege to vote.

Therefore, I also propose that the membership statuses be renamed respectively into Voting Member State and Non-Voting Member State, and the terminology in the constitution to be replaced accordingly.

Additionally, whereas there is nothing explicitly explaining how the constitution applies to the different member states, this could cause confusion as in reality, the constitution applies equally to all NEA member states (full or observer).

Therefore, I propose that all member states, full and observer (voting and non-voting respectively should this proposal pass) are to sign the constitution, and all future member states to sign the constitution upon entry into the NEA. This way, what rights and responsibilities membership (either voting or non-voting) entails is made explicit.

Should there be no objection to this proposal, a vote will go up Monday, August 10, and last 96 hours (4 days) from the time the vote is posted.