Ott Lumi: the dismissal of an official undermines the credibility of the parliament
Political scientist Ott Lumi argues that the dismissal of a parliament official undermines the credibility of the legislature and that politicians, not officials, bear responsibility for decisions.
Moldova Parliament Denounces the Founding Agreement of the CIS
The Moldovan Parliament has denounced the founding agreement of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) in a recent vote, highlighting political divisions within the legislature.
Is the Texas Bullet Train Advancing?: All the Details of the Million-Dollar Project That Would Connect Dallas and Houston
The Texas bullet train project, aiming to connect Dallas and Houston in under 90 minutes, is gaining momentum amid financing debates and property rights concerns in the legislature.
Robert Gwiazdowski: Dribbling at the Constitutional Tribunal
The article discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding judges of the Polish Constitutional Tribunal, highlighting past and current selection processes by the legislature.
In election year, Tarcísio attends to police and proposes 10% salary increase to Alesp
Governor Tarcísio de Freitas has proposed a 10% salary increase for the Civil and Military Police in São Paulo, along with changes to their career plans, as part of a package sent to the state legislature.
There is a decision regarding the 'Polish SAFE' by President Nawrocki
The Polish legislature will not proceed with President Karol Nawrocki's proposed SAFE project due to insufficient funding details.
The 72 hours that prevented the collapse of the legislature in Catalonia
A last-minute agreement between the Catalan government and ERC has extended the budget negotiations, avoiding a potential legislative collapse.
Manitoba NDP, Tories trade accusations and insults in testy legislature session
The Manitoba legislature witnessed intense exchanges between the governing NDP and the opposition Tories, with accusations of bigotry and transphobia dominating the session.
What the constitutional reform approved in El Salvador means: Bukele moves forward with life imprisonment
El Salvador's legislature has approved a constitutional reform that allows for life imprisonment for serious crimes, removing historical restrictions on such penalties.
PF points to Rodrigo Bacellar's influence in the Executive and ties to loans to a slaughterhouse
New documents reveal that suspended president of the Legislative Assembly of Rio, Rodrigo Bacellar, has significant influence beyond the legislature into the state executive, including connections to questionable loans to a slaughterhouse.
Will Florida have an airport named Donald Trump? What is known about the project awaiting Ron DeSantis's signature
Florida's legislature has approved a bill that would allow the renaming of major commercial airports, specifically proposing to rename Palm Beach International Airport to 'President Donald J. Trump International Airport.'
Overturning an outlandish Supreme Court ruling is the only way to fix education
Tennessee lawmakers are pushing a bill that mandates public schools verify students' immigration status, reflecting a partisan divide in the legislature.
Wyoming passes new six-week abortion ban that lawmakers call ‘insult to voters’
Wyoming's legislature has enacted a six-week abortion ban, with significant backlash from lawmakers who view it as an affront to voters.
What is the highway that will be named 'President Donald Trump' in Florida
Florida's state legislature has approved a bill to rename a section of a highway after Donald Trump as part of a broader initiative to honor various public figures.
Liberia: Beyond the Border - How Liberia Must Balance Sovereignty, Diplomacy, and the Constitution
Liberia faces a significant constitutional challenge following the reported incursion of Guinean troops into its territory, prompting President Boakai to engage the Legislature.
Korean legislature passes US investment bill, but loophole for waiving safeguards sparks backlash
South Korea's National Assembly approved a special bill aimed at facilitating a $350 billion US investment package, but it faces criticism due to a loophole that allows waiving regulatory safeguards.
The battle against the cellphone
The Buenos Aires legislature has enacted a law banning cellphones in primary schools to aid student focus and promote interactive activities.
Agro Tax is terminated in Goiás
The Agro Tax in Goiás, imposed on rural and mining products, has been permanently terminated by the state legislature due to financial difficulties faced by the agro-sector.
Liberia: Boakai Consults Legislature Amid Guinean Military Incursion
Liberia's President Joseph Nyuma Boakai engages with legislative leaders amid security tensions following a Guinean military incursion.
Liberia: Guinea Troops Back Down, but Boakai Holds Firm On Defense Consultations
Guinean troops have retreated from a disputed area along the Liberia-Guinea border, though Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai continues to engage with the legislature on national security matters.
The City requested authorization to take on debt of US$1.35 billion and finance the F subway line
The Buenos Aires government has proposed a bill to the Legislature to authorize debt financing of up to US$1.35 billion for the construction of a new subway line intended to enhance transportation between different neighborhoods.
Attention Florida: A bill could stop a new cruise port in Manatee County
A bill passed by the Florida Legislature could halt plans for a controversial cruise port in Manatee County, pending the governor's decision.
The Behind-the-Scenes of Valenzuela's Frustrated Entry into the Government: Differences with Bullrich's Successor and the Shadow of Karina Milei
Diego Valenzuela will not assume the role of head of the Migration Security Agency and will return to the Buenos Aires Legislature as a provincial senator due to internal conflicts within the libertarian party.
Indigenous chiefs head to Alberta legislature to push province to nip separatism push
Indigenous leaders in Alberta have called on the provincial government to address the separatism movement, asserting that their rights are being diminished within the political discourse.
City Legislature: La Libertad Avanza and Fuerza Patria Corner Jorge Macri and Displace Pro from the Main Commissions
The opposition capitalizes on Jorge Macri's weakness in the Buenos Aires Legislature, pushing for control of major commissions while Pro retreats on budget matters.
Indigenous Chiefs gather at legislature, pressure Alberta to quash separatism push
Indigenous leaders in Alberta are calling on the provincial government to suppress a separatist movement that seeks to remove Alberta from Canada, criticizing the government's handling of Indigenous rights.
Trump cheers FBI subpoena of Arizona 2020 election records
Arizona's state legislature received a subpoena from a federal grand jury regarding its controversial review of the 2020 election, with Donald Trump expressing approval of the move.
Liberia: Ex-President Sirleaf Lashes Lawmakers in Capitol Speech, Calls Low Representation of Women Embarrassing
Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf criticized the low representation of women in the Legislature during a speech, calling it an embarrassment that hinders the country's development.
US Congress narrowly rejects war powers resolution to halt Trump’s Iran attacks
The US Congress narrowly rejected a war powers resolution aimed at stopping President Trump's military actions against Iran, reflecting deep divisions within the legislature.
Party window begins and may change the composition of the Legislative Assembly of MS; check it out
The party window opens in Brazil, allowing legislators to change parties without losing their mandates ahead of the upcoming elections.
Meth detention and other health-care issues dominate first day of legislature sitting
The first day of the legislature sitting in Manitoba focused on the introduction of a new protective care center for detaining individuals intoxicated by methamphetamines and other substances for extended periods.
Health care, deficit expected to be focus of Manitoba legislature spring sitting
Health care and budget deficits are set to dominate the discussions in the upcoming Manitoba legislature spring session, with significant legislative proposals from the NDP government.
The PP Falls to the Minimum Voting Level of the Legislature While Vox Reaches Its Fourth Consecutive Record
The Popular Party (PP) faces its lowest voter support since the beginning of the legislature, while Vox sets a new record in polling.
‘I don’t think the public are buying it’: Fallout from the Musqueam agreements
There is ongoing political backlash in British Columbia regarding the agreements made between the federal government and the Musqueam First Nation, with significant questions raised in the legislature.
Protesters rally outside N.S. legislature as tensions rise inside during debate
Hundreds protested outside the Nova Scotia legislature against government budget cuts to cultural programs and resource extraction policies, voicing concerns over treaty obligations and environmental conservation.
Mayra Mendoza criticized Axel Kicillof for not speaking about Cristina Kirchner during the opening of sessions in the Legislature
Mayra Mendoza criticized Governor Axel Kicillof for his failure to address Cristina Kirchner's illegal detention during his speech at the opening of ordinary sessions in the provincial Legislature.
Elections in North Carolina: What is voted on in today's primaries on March 3rd
North Carolina voters are participating in primary elections today to select candidates for the U.S. Senate, House of Representatives, and state legislature.
Kicillof harshly attacked Milei, said the country is in recession and gave a nod to businessmen
Axel Kicillof criticized Javier Milei's national government during the opening session of the Buenos Aires Legislature, stating that Argentina is in a recession while advocating for a hopeful approach towards the upcoming elections.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford names new chief of staff
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has appointed Travis Kann as his new chief of staff, replacing Patrick Sackville, ahead of the legislature's return.
Jorge Macri opened the ordinary sessions in the Buenos Aires Legislature focusing on security and public works
Jorge Macri opened legislative sessions in Buenos Aires, emphasizing security and public works, while reaffirming a shift towards more right-wing policies.
When does the labor reform proposed by Milei, sanctioned by Congress, come into effect?
The labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei has been approved by Argentina's legislature and awaits presidential promulgation to take effect.
Saskatchewan legislative session returns with deficit budget looming
Saskatchewan's legislature opens for its spring session, facing a looming deficit budget due to revenue shortfalls linked to trade issues.
Kicillof prepares his speech for the Legislature and keeps responses to Milei open until the last moment
Governor Axel Kicillof is finalizing his speech for the opening of sessions in the Buenos Aires Legislature, anticipating possible responses to President Javier Milei's address.
Quebec politician praised for speaking openly about menopause symptom in legislature
A Quebec Liberal MNA, Jennifer Maccarone, has been commended for openly discussing her experience with menopause symptoms during a parliamentary session.
President Chico Filho determines recertification of employees at the City Council
Chico Filho, the President of the Municipal Chamber of Maceió, has mandated a general recertification of all permanent and commissioned employees in the Legislature to enhance transparency and efficiency.
Manitoba Tories used legislature room for campaign: elections commissioner
Manitoba's election commissioner found that the Progressive Conservatives violated provincial laws by using a legislative room for campaign activities before the 2023 provincial election.
Sánchez has already accumulated more than half of the decrees rejected in Congress during this legislature
Pedro Sánchez's government faces significant setbacks as the Congress once again rejects crucial social protection measures intended to support vulnerable populations.
China’s top legislature removes 9 military officials ahead of Beijing’s ‘two sessions’
China's legislature has removed nine military officials, including five generals, ahead of the critical political meetings known as the 'two sessions.'
Alberta legislature set to resume ahead of new budget
The Alberta legislature is reconvening to discuss a new budget, amidst criticisms from the Opposition about the government's handling of the healthcare system.
The PP document to negotiate with Vox requires Abascal's party to approve the Budgets for the entire legislature
The PP has drafted a framework document demanding that Vox commit to approving budgets for all of its regional governments throughout the entire legislative term.