The session was opened by Speaker Stanisław Małachowski, who informed the Houses of Congress that the citizens praise the work they are doing. He congratulated them on handling the complex issue of military advancements and urged them to tackle the Treasury issues, stressing the undeniable need to resolve and increase funding. He called Secretary Jan Łuszczewski to read a proposal for borrowing 10 million for Poland-Ukraine and 5 million for Lithuania-Belarus, offering land collaterals. Also speaking was Representative Onufry Oborski from Liw. Speaker Małachowski asked if the Representatives wish to proceed with tax matters, adding that if Oborski wanted to discuss another matter, he would deny him the floor. Representative Oborski clarified that he wouldn't speak on financial issues, but on a matter requiring swift resolution: the division at the local congress of the Łomża County and the need to determine which commissioners were validly elected to resolve the county’s governance.

Senator Wojewoda Antoni Małachowski from Mazovia expressed his concerns about the division in Łomża County, noting that this disunity is tarnishing the traditional harmony of the region. He cited the example of Representative and Stolnik Florian Drewnowski from Łomża, who caused an election to be split by forcibly entering and sealing a church that had been previously stained with citizen's blood and was under clerical lock. As a result, there were parallel commissions, and the legitimacy of these commissioners needed to be resolved by the Parliament's Speakers and the Confederation.

Representative Marcin Ledóchowski from Wizna lamented his poor health but felt compelled to speak out about the visible oppression of citizens and the violation of equal rights of nobility. As someone free from partisanship, he could vouch for the truth and urged caution in believing all reports, especially concerning the disputes at Łomża County.

The contentious situation in Łomża County took considerable attention, with Representative Wojciech Świętosławski from Volhynia suggesting the appointment of an extraordinary court to expedite the case. An agreement was reached to send the matter to litigation in the common courts, but the need for immediate resolution was also emphasized, leading to a provisional resolution.

Debate continued on projects about Treasury issues, including a proposal for a mortgage on Royal Estates, to raise money domestically, and ideas on tax reform, such as an amendment to redistribute tax burdens more equally. The importance of solid, proportional tax measures was highlighted, with members expressing various viewpoints on the correct approach to fortifying the Union's finances.

Finally, the session was closed, noting contributions from cities like Warsaw for the Union's emergency funds, demonstrating the widespread public support for government efforts. The session was adjourned until the following day, February 19.

Topics: Sejm sessions; Marshal Stanisław Małachowski; State finances; Loan for the Crown and Lithuania; Fiscal issues; Sejmik problems; Starosties; Mortgage on Royal Estates; Taxation; Election of deputies; City offers for public needs; Universals.;

Establishment of the Civil-Military Commission in the Rzeczyca County

In today's session, Congress addressed some regional defense logistics that may sound more strategic than your Friday night gaming plans. They've figured out that the town of Rzeczyca, right by the mighty Dnieper River on the border with Russia, isn't the best place to stack up military cash and gear anymore. The risk of being an easy target is real, given the neighborhood's current vibe.

So, what's the move? The President, with a thumbs up from both Houses of Congress, has signed off to set the town of Bobrujsk—located a cool twelve miles from the border and smack dab in the middle of the county—as the new hub for the Civil-Military Commission’s financial stash and supply dumps, basically turning it into the Pentagon’s storage unit. Bobrujsk is getting its moment, chosen as the permanent spot to keep things locked, stocked, and ready to rock.

Topics: Establishment of civil-military commission; Rzeczycki district; town of Rzeczyca; city of Bobrujsk; military treasury and warehouses; border with Russia; border situation; danger;

Description of Ranks in the National Cavalry and Promotions

Hey folks, today Congress hammered out some rules for the cavalry rankings. If you're into military stuff, this is for you. Practices are shifting in the military, and it’s not just about swords and horses anymore; who outranks whom in the National Cavalry has gotten a revamp.

For starters, they've decided that all ranks in the cavalry will be a notch above the equivalent in the army. That means a companion or lieutenant will be ranked as an ensign - but with the caveat that actual ensigns still get to boss them around since they've got official commissions from The President.

There's this chain where lieutenants become captains and so on up the chain, with volunteer captains being considered majors. They've made it clear that majors become lieutenant colonels, and vice-brigadiers are now major generals, though they still gotta follow the currently employed major generals' lead.

Only cavalry captains committed to full military subordination and service for at least four months a year over six years are on the promotion path to major. And heads up, you can't be a cavalry captain unless you own some land and are at least 20 years old.

High-ranking officers like brigadiers, major generals, lieutenant generals, inspector generals, artillery generals, and chiefs can’t hold any cavalry company flags. Also, they've laid down the law that current active-service brigadiers in the cavalry need to have aides who are eligible for promotion.

Regiment quartermasters and auditors can now be picked from military or civilian ranks and will hold ranks equivalent to national cavalry lieutenants or captains – but they’re stopping there, no further promotions. Existing quartermasters and auditors aren't left out; they're still in line for promotions.

Adjutants to lieutenant generals and major generals are going to rank as prescribed, without separate commissions for their adjutant ranks. They keep climbing the ladder in their original units based on their commission dates.

Regarding vice-brigadier and major positions, the military commission proposes the senior major or captain for the role – but this doesn't stop wartime heroes from jumping the queue. Brigadiers get to personally recommend their own staff. So that's the gist of today's update on the cavalry's new pecking order.

Topics: national cavalry; military ranks; officer promotions; military subordination; military service; military commission; royal patent; military charges; officer privileges; rotmisters; brigadiers; vice-brigadiers; majors; lieutenants; quartermasters; military auditors; adjutants;