On Mon, 15 Aug 2016 16:29:43 +1200
Kent Fredric <kentnl@gentoo.org> wrote:

> >  * The b.g.o workflow, bugs should not be considered fixed until the
> >    fix has reached the stable tree. Today the InVCS keyword exists for
> >    this purpose, but it is used to varying degree amongst developers.
> >    Will a workflow change to introduce a new status, e.g RESOLVED
> >    NeedsStable (name for illustration purpose only) incentivize
> >    developers to not close bugs before it is fixed?  

Also, if its already stable, the fix may go directly into stable.

Does this need to also spend time in "NeedsStable" state?

I'd assume not. But this is going to need clear definitions and lots of usecase
writeups.