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๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Biti Spends Weekend Behind Bars Following Arrest in Mutare, Set to Appear in Court

Zimbabwean opposition politician Tendai Biti was arrested during a meeting in Mutare regarding a controversial constitutional amendment and spent the weekend in police custody awaiting court appearance.

Mar 23 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Realization of 'Reduction of Seats' Confirmed, Emphasizing the Necessity of Constitutional Amendment at the Ishin Party Convention

The Japan Innovation Party has outlined its policy to reduce the number of seats in the House of Representatives by 10% and emphasized the need for constitutional amendment during its party convention in Tokyo.

Mar 21 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Separation of careers, two CSMs, lottery: what the Nordio reform provides and the controversial points

Italians will vote on the Nordio-Meloni constitutional amendment regarding the separation of judicial careers and other key reforms.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Bishops Warn Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 Threatens Zimbabwe's Democracy

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

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Bishops Warn Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 Threatens Zimbabwe's Democracy

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.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The First Support for Constitutional Amendment from the People Power Party... "We Must Actively Engage in Constitutional Amendment Discussions"

In a significant shift, a lawmaker from the People Power Party has publicly expressed support for a constitutional amendment aimed at embedding key democratic principles into the Constitution.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Zimbabwe opposition groups fight against proposed constitutional change

In Zimbabwe, opposition groups are resisting a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term amidst threats and violence against their members.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Woo Won-sik Starts Joint Proposal for Constitutional Amendment with Six Parties Excluding the People Power Party

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Woo Won-sik, and six other parties, excluding the People Power Party, are pushing for a constitutional amendment to enshrine the spirit of the 5.18 Democracy Movement and the Busan-Masan Democratization Movement.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Request for a view in the Senate's CCJ postpones vote on PEC that ends compulsory retirement as punishment for magistrates

A Senate committee postponed a vote on a constitutional amendment intended to end compulsory retirement as a punishment for military personnel, magistrates, and members of the Public Ministry.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Protection of Domestic Peace is a Subject of Controversy - A Member of Parliament Warns Against Arbitrary Actions

A proposed constitutional amendment to expand police powers is facing criticism in the Finnish Parliament, highlighting concerns about civil liberties and the necessity of such changes.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Moro requests a view and postpones the Senate vote on the prohibition of compulsory retirement for judges

Senator Sergio Moro has requested a postponement of the Senate's vote on a constitutional amendment that would eliminate compulsory retirement for judges as a disciplinary measure.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prosecutors react against the prohibition of mandatory retirement

Brazilian prosecutors criticized amendments to a proposed constitutional amendment that seeks to eliminate mandatory retirement as a disciplinary punishment.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Prosecutors say that PEC prohibiting compulsory retirement also threatens lifetime positions of the Public Ministry

Brazilian prosecutors express concern that a new constitutional amendment may undermine the independence of judges and public prosecutors by threatening the lifetime tenures of their positions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understanding Dino's Decision on the Compulsory Retirement of Judges and Its Consequences

Brazil's Supreme Court Minister Flรกvio Dino declared the compulsory retirement of judges for serious disciplinary infractions unconstitutional as discussions advance in the Senate regarding a constitutional amendment on the issue.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

El Salvador approves life imprisonment for 'murderers, rapists, and terrorists'

El Salvador's Congress has approved a constitutional amendment for life imprisonment for serious crimes as part of President Nayib Bukele's tough security measures.

Mar 17 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fico's coalition repeals the amendment to the whistleblower law. The Constitutional Court and the European Commission were against it.

The coalition led by Slovakia's Robert Fico has repealed an amendment aimed at protecting whistleblowers, facing opposition from both the Constitutional Court and the European Commission.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Motta says that the Chamber will not rush the discussion on the 6x1 work schedule PEC

The president of the Chamber, Hugo Motta, stated that discussions on the proposed constitutional amendment regarding work hour reduction will not be rushed, emphasizing the need for thorough negotiation among stakeholders.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Step-by-step constitutional amendment agreed upon by opposition... Let's include May 18 and the Busan Uprising'

President Yoon Suk-yeol has instructed the government to officially review amendments to the constitution that would include the spirit of the May 18 Democratization Movement, advocating for a gradual and agreed-upon approach involving opposition parties.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Constitutional Amendment for 16-Year-Olds Passed First Reading in the Seimas

The Seimas has approved a constitutional amendment allowing voting rights for 16-year-olds, but it faces further scrutiny before final approval.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

A constitutional amendment moves forward in the Seimas to allow 16-year-olds to vote for mayors and council members.

A proposed constitutional amendment in Lithuania would grant voting rights to 16-year-olds in local elections, receiving significant support in the Seimas.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Southern Africa: Opposition Appeals to UN, SADC to Block Constitutional Amendment Extending Mnangagwa's Term

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.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Citizens 'Pressured to Support' Constitutional Amendment Bill

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

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Parliamentarians will discuss a Constitutional amendment to allow 16-year-olds to elect mayors and council members

A proposed amendment in Lithuania aims to lower the voting age for municipal elections to 16, fostering youth engagement in politics despite criticism regarding legal maturity and constitutional stability.

Mar 17 โ€ข 04:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: "Constitutional Amendment, Official Review at Government Level... Starting with Issues of National Consensus Such as Inclusion of May 18th"

President Yoon Suk-yeol supports the proposal to hold a constitutional amendment referendum concurrently with the upcoming local elections and emphasizes the importance of national consensus.

Mar 17 โ€ข 02:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula leaves new project to end the 6x1 shift on standby and wants to wait for progress on the PEC in the Chamber

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.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Social Democratic Party Board Considers Extending the Chairman's Term

The Social Democratic Party (LSDP) in Lithuania is debating a potential constitutional amendment to extend the term of the party chairman from two to four years.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Constitutional Committee Specifies the Criminal Offense of Violating Procedural Restrictions

The Riigikogu Constitutional Committee has supported an amendment stipulating that public officials can be criminally punished for knowingly violating procedural restrictions only if significant harm or substantial financial gain occurs.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Constitutional Amendment Voting During Local Elections' Calls for Amendment Rising in Gwangju and Jeonnam

Calls for constitutional amendments are gaining momentum in the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions as civic groups support a proposal to hold a referendum on the same day as the upcoming local elections.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF begins to judge amnesty for parties that failed to comply with quotas for women and blacks

The Brazilian Supreme Court is reviewing a constitutional amendment that exempts political parties from penalties for not supporting women and black candidates in elections prior to 2022.

Mar 11 โ€ข 18:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bomb agenda for government, PEC of community agents advances in the Senate

The Senate President announces the advancement of a constitutional amendment easing retirement rules for community health workers, raising concerns about its financial implications for government budgets.

Mar 11 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Woo Won-sik proposes a constitutional amendment vote during local elections, says special committee must be formed by 17th

Woo Won-sik, the Speaker of the National Assembly, urged for a constitutional amendment proposal to be drafted by April 7 to coincide with local elections, calling for the formation of a special committee by the 17th of this month.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Violence and Intimidation Against Opponents of Presidential Term Extension

Zimbabwean authorities are intensifying repression against critics of a constitutional amendment that would extend President Mnangagwa's term, facing widespread opposition from pro-democracy groups.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

GOP-led counties push back against Democrats' redistricting charge, testing Virginiaโ€™s constitutional limits

Virginia counties, led by GOP officials, are formally challenging a redistricting amendment ahead of a special election that may impact congressional districting.

Mar 9 โ€ข 17:17 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Pressure Group Ibhetshu Likazulu Withdraws Court Challenge Against Constitutional Amendment Extending Mnangagwa's Term

The pressure group Ibhetshu Likazulu has withdrawn its court challenge against the constitutional amendment extending President Mnangagwa's term, citing a campaign to discredit them.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: UDPS discusses a project for a third term for Fรฉlix Tshisekedi, opposition outraged

A debate has arisen in the Democratic Republic of Congo about a possible constitutional amendment to allow President Fรฉlix Tshisekedi to run for a third term, prompting outrage from the opposition.

Mar 9 โ€ข 10:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Switzerland made cash usage a constitutional right

Swiss voters supported a constitutional amendment that establishes the use of cash as a constitutional right.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Harare Province Gives Thumbs Up to Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 to Stretch Mnangagwa's Incumbency

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

Mar 9 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Itโ€™s official: the rule that could change elections in California and that thousands of people have already signed

A constitutional amendment initiative in California requiring voter identification has gathered enough signatures to be included on the ballot for the upcoming elections.

Mar 8 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Police rejected criminal prosecution for questioning Beneลก decrees and revealed weaknesses in Fico's amendment

Slovak police decided not to pursue criminal charges against activists who challenged a recent amendment on the legality of questioning the Beneลก decrees.

Mar 6 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Security PEC is better off without addressing age of majority

The Brazilian House of Representatives approved a constitutional amendment for public security that omits a controversial provision regarding reducing the age of criminal responsibility.

Mar 6 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Mike Lee unveils national constitutional carry bill to override 'hostile' state gun laws

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

Mar 5 โ€ข 18:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Obama endorses Virginia redistricting constitutional amendment that could help Dems gain 4 seats

Former President Barack Obama has endorsed a constitutional amendment in Virginia aimed at redistricting that could potentially help Democrats gain additional seats in the House of Representatives.

Mar 5 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

No state police without constitutional amendment โ€” Reps spokesman

The spokesman for Nigeria's House of Representatives stated that state police can only be established through an amendment to the 1999 Constitution.

Mar 5 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Security PEC: see how the Piauรญ deputies voted in the two rounds

All ten federal deputies from Piauรญ voted in favor of a new constitutional amendment aimed at restructuring public security and tackling organized crime in Brazil.

Mar 5 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Erika Hilton proposes end to retirement for judges convicted of violence

Federal Deputy Erika Hilton proposes a constitutional amendment to eliminate compulsory retirement for judges convicted of violence against women and children.

Mar 5 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand what the Security PEC approved in the Chamber provides

A proposed constitutional amendment regarding security was recently approved by the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies, allocating resources from bets and the social fund for financing in this area.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chamber approves in the 1st round the base text of the Public Security PEC

The Chamber of Deputies in Brazil has approved the base text of a proposed constitutional amendment on public security, which still requires a second round of voting before heading to the Senate.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Security PEC: special committee and plenary vote on the text this Wednesday; see what the proposal states

A special committee in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies is set to vote on a Public Security Constitutional Amendment Proposal (PEC) that aims to reformulate the approach to organized crime and increase federal involvement in public security.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public security: Chamber debates lowering the age of criminal responsibility; see the list of countries that have already adopted it and the analysis of experts

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies is set to vote on a proposal to reduce the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 as part of a constitutional amendment focused on public security.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reduction of the age of criminal responsibility becomes the main battle in the Public Security PEC, in a new wear for Lula

The proposed reduction of the age of criminal responsibility has emerged as a central issue in the Public Security constitutional amendment, posing a challenge to President Lula's administration.

Mar 4 โ€ข 03:02 UTC

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