Hello everyone! Let's dive into the latest from the congressional floor. Over the past days, there's been some heated debate and noteworthy developments within the Union Congress. As a reminder, the Union here is the joined forces of Poland-Ukraine and Lithuania-Belarus.

Speaker of the House Stanisław Małachowski kicked off the proceedings, addressing the importance of constant service to one's country and the pleasure of working under President's leadership. In terms of decision-making, the focal point of discussions was the location of the Union's military commission.

Some argue it should be stationed away from the capital to avoid foreign intrigues, proposing cities like Radom or Krakow. However, others, including senator Ludwik Karśnicki, emphasized the need for transparency, proximity to the Union's leadership, and the quick dispatch of military forces when needed — hence advocating for the commission to operate in the capital, Warsaw, especially during congressional sessions.

Key voices like Ignacy Potocki, Secretary of Defence for Lithuania-Belarus, weighed in, stressing the importance of such decisions being made in full view of the Congress. Overall, after an extensive vote, it was decided by a clear majority that the military commission would sit in the capital during Congress sessions. This decision aligns the military commission with the Union's governmental bodies, ensuring prompt action and alignment with the national policies.

The session concluded with granting travel passes for the Union's military equipment — previously a task managed by the treasury and military departments, which now falls under the domain of the Congress. These passes were requested by the Prussian King’s Minister, Bucholtz, and were unanimously approved by the Union Houses.

As the Union navigates internal reform and maneuvering under the watchful eyes of their neighbors, the discussions highlighted the balancing act between provincial interests and centralized governance. The direction of military strategy and defense seems to be very much subject to public debate within the Union Congress, showcasing the complexities of leading a binational entity with diverse regional interests at play.

The next session is scheduled for Monday morning, where the Union representatives will continue addressing the pressing issues of governance and national security. Stay tuned as we keep watch on the Union Congress's struggle to maintain unity and sovereignty amid the pressures of international diplomacy and local concerns.

Topics: Proceedings of the Sejm session from Saturday, December 13, 1788; Marshal of the Sejm, Stanisław Małachowski, on serving the nation and the everyday sessions; Speech by Mr. Kajetan Kurdwanowski, deputy from Chernihiv, arguing for the Military Commission to be protected from foreign intrigues and influences and to be located in Radom; Remarks by Mr. Ludwik Karśnicki, senator and castellan from Wieluń, on the importance of speaking the truth in the presence of the royal throne; Discussions and proposals regarding the location of the Military Commission (Warsaw, Kraków, Radom); Statements by deputies and senators on the above-mentioned topics; Final decision of the Sejm on the location of the Military Commission, adopted by a majority vote - the Commission shall operate where the Sejm is designated; Resolution on a request by J.P. Buchholtz, Minister of the King of Prussia, for passports for maintenance work; Adjournment of the Sejm's session until the following day.;