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Senate Democrats rejected a Republican proposal to amend a voter ID bill to include a ban on transgender women competing in women's sports.

Zimbabwe's Catholic bishops express serious concerns that the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 jeopardizes the country's democratic integrity.

Zimbabwe's Catholic bishops have expressed serious concerns that the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 endangers democratic practices by altering key aspects of the 2013 Constitution.

Four Democrats voted against a bill to authorize a Women's History Museum in Washington, D.C., due to an amendment specifying that only biological women would be honored.

Slovakia's ruling coalition has overturned a previous law aiming to restructure its whistleblower protection office, fearing loss of EU funding.

The Defend the Constitution Platform has appealed to the UN and SADC to block a controversial bill that seeks to extend the presidency and Parliament's terms in Zimbabwe.

A human rights watchdog in Zimbabwe reports increasing intimidation and violence surrounding public discussions about the Constitutional Amendment Bill, undermining democratic participation.

President Lula has decided to wait for the progress of a proposed constitutional amendment (PEC) aimed at ending the 6x1 work schedule before submitting his own bill.

The ZANU PF Harare Province has approved a constitutional amendment to extend President Mnangagwa’s term until 2030, amidst plans for further outreach to party supporters on the proposal.

Senator Mike Lee is proposing a national constitutional carry bill that aims to eliminate concealed carry permits and associated penalties across the United States.

Police are accused of failing to intervene during a violent attack on National Constitutional Assembly leader Prof Lovemore Madhuku and his members who oppose the Constitutional Amendment Bill.

The South Korean National Assembly passed a bill establishing a crime for the misapplication of law after last-minute amendments were made to address concerns from civil society and political circles.

Nelson Chamisa criticizes the proposed Amendment Bill Number 3 in Zimbabwe that seeks to extend presidential term limits, viewing it as a threat to democracy.

The amendment bill, which introduces the 'distortion of law' crime and expands the application of the espionage law, passed the National Assembly with a majority vote.

The Democratic Party of Korea debated amendments to a bill regarding the distortion of law, leading to a decision through a hand vote amid concerns over potential unconstitutional implications.

The South Korean government has unveiled an amendment bill that consolidates the Serious Crime Investigation Agency while retaining the title 'Prosecutor General' for its head.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele explained the swift signing of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill by President Bola Tinubu, highlighting the collaborative efforts used to formulate the bill.

President Ruto of Kenya has signed several bills into law aimed at modernizing birth registration and reforming the pyrethrum sector.

President Bola Tinubu signed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law following its passage by the National Assembly.

Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for quickly signing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law, which aims to enhance the credibility of elections in Nigeria.

The Labour Party caucus in Nigeria's House of Representatives has criticized President Bola Tinubu for hastily approving the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

The Nigerian Senate has passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, after a contentious debate concerning electronic transmission of results.

Oby Ezekwesili participated in protests at Nigeria's National Assembly advocating for mandatory electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026.

Members of Nigeria's House of Representatives walked out in protest against a motion to rescind the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment bill concerning electronic result transmission.

The Nigerian House of Representatives held a chaotic session regarding the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, with discussions emphasizing the need for electoral reform in the country.

The opposition FORUS party in Zimbabwe warns that a proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill extending presidential terms threatens the nation's constitutional order and democracy.

Protesters gathered at the National Assembly in Nigeria, advocating for the mandatory electronic transmission of election results as part of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026.

Kenyan lawmakers are advocating for the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2023, to enhance public education on sexual crimes and protect victims' educational rights.

The Argentine Senate approved a labor reform bill that includes a controversial amendment to Article 208 of the Labor Contract Law regarding accidents and illnesses not related to work.

The political party PASOK has proposed changes to a labor bill concerning collective agreements, expressing disagreement with the Greek government's neoliberal policies.

Nigerian lawmaker Seriake Dickson calls for the Senate-House conference committee to adhere to the House's version of the Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing the importance of electronic result transmission for electoral integrity.

Senator Seriake Dickson has called for the Senate to fully adopt the House of Representatives' version of the Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing the importance of electronic transmission of results for electoral integrity.

The Zimbabwean government has approved a new Constitutional Amendment Bill proposing to extend the presidential term from five to seven years and reform the electoral process.

The African Democratic Congress praises Nigerian protests that led to the reversal of controversial provisions in the Electoral Amendment Bill.

A final meeting is underway to finalize a controversial labor reform bill in Argentina, with 28 out of 182 articles set for amendment, and details kept under wraps to avoid lobbying.

The Southern and Middle Belt Leadership Forum in Nigeria calls for the retention of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the upcoming Electoral Amendment Bill, emphasizing its importance for democracy.

Peter Obi participated in a protest at Nigeria's National Assembly against the removal of 'real-time' electronic transmission of election results from an amendment bill, emphasizing the call for electoral transparency.

David Mark has called on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass an amendment bill that grants INEC the authority to decide on the feasibility of real-time electronic transmission of election results.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is calling for an amendment to the Electoral Amendment Bill to require the electronic transmission of election results to enhance transparency.

Senator Ireti Kingibe has affirmed that 85% of senators are in favor of electronic transmission of results, countering claims of a legislative blockade on the Electoral Amendment Bill.

Senator Victor Umeh announced that the Senate has overwhelmingly supported the electronic transmission of election results as part of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill amid public concerns over the bill's consideration.

The Senate Minority Caucus has clarified that the Senate did not reject the electronic transmission of election results prior to passing the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, despite media reports suggesting otherwise.

The House of Representatives has formed a bipartisan committee to resolve disagreements on the Electoral Act Amendment Bill ahead of the 2027 elections.

The African Democratic Congress criticizes the Senate for rejecting key provisions of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill that would have made electronic transmission of election results mandatory, arguing that this undermines Nigeria's electoral credibility.

The Nigerian Senate has rejected a proposal to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory in the Electoral Amendment Bill.

The Senate clarified that it did not reject the electronic transmission of election results, as asserted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio after passing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill.

The House of Representatives has refuted claims of intentionally stalling the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, stating that harmonization of the proposal is expected next week.

The Senate's efforts to conclude the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill were unsuccessful after a four-and-a-half-hour closed-door session, leaving the proposed reforms without resolution.

The Senate is set to resume debate on the controversial Electoral Act amendment bill, under public pressure to expedite its completion ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Femi Falana criticizes the Nigerian Senate for delaying the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, warning it threatens the integrity of the upcoming 2027 elections.