Proposals
On-Chain Decision Registry & Validator Management
Add new validator to the network
Required roles: SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER
Remove validator from the network
Required roles: SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER, DPO
Emergency validator removal
Required roles: SECURITY_OFFICER, INCIDENT_COMMANDER
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Governance proposals will appear here when validators create them.
Definition
A Proposal is a formal request submitted by a validator to make changes to the CarbonX3 network. It represents the core mechanism of the on-chain governance system.
Request to add a new validator node to the network, expanding the consensus group.
Roles: SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER
Request to remove an existing validator, typically due to inactivity or policy violations.
Roles: SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER, DPO
Fast-track removal for critical security incidents with reduced timelock.
Roles: SECURITY_OFFICER, INCIDENT_COMMANDER
Governance Process Flow
The CarbonX3 governance system follows a structured, transparent process to ensure all network changes are properly vetted and approved.
An authorized validator creates a proposal specifying the type of change and target address. The proposal is immediately recorded on the blockchain.
Authorized roles review the proposal and approve once each. Approvals require matching roles (see Timelock Requirements) and are cryptographically signed.
Once approved, the proposal enters a mandatory waiting period. This allows the community to prepare and provides a safety window.
After the timelock expires, the change is automatically applied at the next epoch boundary. The entire process is logged in the audit trail.
| Multi-Signature | 2-3 approvals from authorized roles |
| Timelock | Mandatory delay before execution |
| Epoch Boundary | Changes only apply at epoch transitions |
| Audit Logging | All actions permanently recorded |
| Cryptographic Proof | All approvals are digitally signed |
| PROPOSAL TYPE | APPROVALS | TIMELOCK | REQUIRED ROLES |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADD_VALIDATOR | 2 required role approvals | 100 blocks (~13 min) | SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER |
| REMOVE_VALIDATOR | 3 required role approvals | 200 blocks (~27 min) | SYSTEM_ADMIN, SECURITY_OFFICER, DPO |
| EMERGENCY_REMOVE | 2 required role approvals | 10 blocks (~1 min) | SECURITY_OFFICER, INCIDENT_COMMANDER |
Enterprise-Grade Governance
CarbonX3 implements an On-Chain Decision Registry - a governance model specifically designed for enterprise and institutional use cases where accountability, auditability, and policy evidence are paramount.
Verification comes from cryptography
Enforcement comes from law
No single entity can make unilateral changes. Critical decisions require multi-role approvals from authorized validators.
Every proposal, approval, and execution is permanently recorded on the blockchain and visible to all participants.
Built-in WORM audit trails are designed to support ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR control-mapping workflows.
Timelock mechanisms prevent rushed decisions and provide safety windows for critical changes.
All actions are cryptographically signed and attributed to specific validators with legal identities.
Automated execution after approval eliminates manual intervention and reduces operational overhead.