The expert council established by the Seimas claims it cannot communicate with the leadership of the Genocide Center
The newly established expert council by Lithuania's Parliament expresses challenges in communication with the Genocide Center's leadership regarding research directions and operational strategies.
Vocational education must be conducted in the Lithuanian language
The Lithuanian Seimas has passed amendments to the Vocational Training Law, mandating that vocational education be conducted in the Lithuanian language.
Social Democratic Candidate for Mayor of Kaunas – Member of the Seimas Audrius Radvilavičius
The Social Democratic Party has nominated Audrius Radvilavičius, a member of the Seimas, as its candidate for the mayor of Kaunas.
In the Seimas - proposal to halve the minimum student count requirement for national minority schools
A proposal has been registered in the Lithuanian parliament to reduce the minimum number of students required for national minority schools, aimed at ensuring their viability and access to education in native languages.
Former candidate for the Seimas, public information creator A. Drižius, will be tried for defamation
A. Drižius, a former candidate for the Seimas and public information creator, faces trial for allegedly spreading defamatory information through media outlets.
In Parliament - a new proposal on how to reduce fuel prices
A new proposal in the Lithuanian Parliament aims to lower fuel prices amid rising costs and a crisis in the Hormuz Strait.
Vytautas Mizaras Appointed to Temporarily Lead the Constitutional Court
Vytautas Mizaras has been appointed to temporarily lead the Constitutional Court of Lithuania, effective Friday, following a court announcement on Thursday.
The court rejected the social democrat's complaint regarding the uninitiated investigation by the Seimas ethics guards
The Lithuanian court dismissed a complaint from social democrat Indrė Kižienė regarding the Seimas ethics guard's decision not to initiate an investigation into the behavior of conservative Dalia Asanavičiūtė-Gružauskienė.
K. Vaitiekūnas responds to the sale of part of the Vilnius cogeneration plant
Lithuanian Finance Minister K. Vaitiekūnas addressed the recent sale of shares from the Vilnius cogeneration plant during a government hour in the Seimas, asserting the sale aligned with commitments to the European Commission and emphasizing confidence in the company unless proven otherwise.
The Seimas rejected G. Balčytytė's proposal to criminalize sabotage
The Lithuanian Seimas has rejected a proposal to criminalize sabotage, with a majority voting against it.
The Seimas has initiated amendments to the Criminal Code: the first attempt to criminalize hybrid attacks
Lithuania's Seimas is attempting to amend the Criminal Code to criminalize hybrid attacks, focusing initially on surveillance threats like balloons at airports and seaports.
The Seimas will consider a proposal to apply criminal liability for diversion
The Lithuanian Seimas is discussing a proposal to introduce criminal penalties for acts of diversion that harm national interests.
New VRK member I. Barišauskė sworn in Seimas
I. Barišauskė has been appointed to the VRK by the Democratic Union 'For Lithuania', filling a vacancy left by Agnė Silickienė, who faces large-scale corruption allegations.
Nausėda on the meeting between Seimas members and Gražulis with Coale: First, we need to clarify who they represent
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda questions the representation and values of political figures meeting with U.S. envoy John Coale, suggesting careful consideration is needed prior to such engagements.
The Seimas approved the proposal to establish the number of Lithuanian soldiers and KAS employees in international missions
The Lithuanian Seimas approved a proposal to send up to 80 soldiers and KAS employees to participate in international missions by the end of 2027.
The Seimas will consider legislation relevant to persons with disabilities
Legislation addressing the status of persons with disabilities in Lithuania is set to be discussed by the Seimas to rectify existing legal uncertainties about their rights.
R. Kaunas: I very much hope that we will present the draft law for the Kapčiamiestis training ground to the Seimas on Tuesday
Lithuanian Defense Minister R. Kaunas expresses hope that the draft law for the Kapčiamiestis training ground will be presented to the Seimas without delays, with expectations for urgent discussion and support from the parliament.
V. Sinica on the initiative to decriminalize hate speech: registered unequivocally not because of R. Žemaitaitis
V. Sinica stated that the initiative for decriminalizing hate speech is independent of R. Žemaitaitis's comments, which he believes are detrimental to its prospects in the Seimas.
Hate Speech Decriminalization Amendments Are No Longer on the Agenda of the Seimas
The Lithuanian Seimas has abandoned proposals to decriminalize hate speech following a recent vote that showed significant opposition.
I. Barišauskė Will Take A. Silickienė's Place in the VRK
I. Barišauskė has been appointed as a new member of the VRK, with the support of 90 members of the Seimas.
The Parliament approved the proposal to conduct vocational training only in the Lithuanian language
The Lithuanian Parliament has passed a law requiring that vocational training programs be conducted exclusively in the Lithuanian language, with exceptions for foreign students.
The Seimas approved the spring session work program: priorities are security, social welfare
The Seimas of Lithuania has approved a comprehensive work program for the spring session, prioritizing security and social welfare with over 500 draft laws.
Three new Constitutional Court judges took their oath in the Seimas, while court chairman Gintaras Goda's term ends
Three new judges have taken their oaths at the Lithuanian Constitutional Court, while the term of current chairman Gintaras Goda concludes.
Newly appointed Constitutional Court judge sworn in at the Seimas
A new judge has been sworn in at Lithuania's Constitutional Court following the recent appointments of judges and the end of terms for current judges.
J. Sejonienė recognized by Seimas ethics guards for violating the Politician's Behavior Code
Lithuanian lawmaker J. Sejonienė has been found in breach of the Politician's Behavior Code for inappropriate comments made during a Culture Committee meeting.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the establishment of the Kapčiamiestis training ground and the expansion of the Tauragė training ground
The Lithuanian Cabinet of Ministers has approved plans to establish a new military training ground in Kapčiamiestis and expand the existing training ground in Tauragė, pending approval from the Seimas.
NSGK members propose financing the adaptation of hospitals to wartime conditions from civil security funds
Members of the National Security and Defense Committee of the Seimas in Lithuania are suggesting redirecting funds allocated for civil security to adapt hospitals for wartime conditions.
The Cultural Committee of the Seimas requests an expert assessment for the LRT law amendments
The Cultural Committee of the Lithuanian Seimas has requested an expert evaluation on amendments to the LRT law after an inquiry from the opposition, with a deadline set for 10 working days.
The Seimas TTK supports increasing fines for refusal to provide information to journalists
The Lithuanian Seimas committee has supported a proposal to increase fines for officials who refuse to provide information to journalists, with penalties ranging from €60 to €600 depending on the infraction.
The Health Committee of the Seimas Postponed the Discussion of the Health Insurance Law Amendments
The Seimas Health Committee decided to postpone the discussion on the amendments to the Health Insurance Law due to concerns about its constitutionality and errors from a previous government.
The Seimas board sent two 'aušrės' to a gathering of conservative politicians in Hungary
The Seimas board approved the attendance of two members at a conservative gathering in Hungary, despite opposition from certain political leaders.
The Seimas Sends "Aušriečiai" to Hungary: Decision Influenced by J. Olek's Vote
The Lithuanian Seimas has approved a controversial trip to Hungary, prompted by a vote from J. Olek, despite opposition from various members.
The Seimas will consider a proposal to create the opportunity for students to learn sign language
The Lithuanian Seimas is set to discuss a proposal allowing students to learn sign language as part of their education curriculum, backed by a significant majority of parliament members.
Seimas Returned to Improve Legislative Amendments to Help Polish Schools Survive in the Regions
The Lithuanian Parliament is revamping legislative proposals to ensure national minority education in native languages, particularly for Polish communities.
Seimas appointed Artūras Drigotas as a judge of the Constitutional Court
The Lithuanian Seimas has appointed Artūras Drigotas as a judge of the Constitutional Court following a unanimous vote.
The Seimas approved the updated National Security Strategy after its presentation
The Lithuanian Seimas has approved an updated National Security Strategy in response to the changing security environment following Russia's large-scale war against Ukraine.
The Seimas began reviewing the updated National Security Strategy
The Lithuanian Seimas approved the draft resolution of the updated National Security Strategy without opposition, following endorsements from the State Defense Council and the Government.
Democrats and Conservatives in the Seimas Plan to Support A. Drigoto's Candidacy for KT Judges
Lithuanian political factions express support for A. Drigoto's candidacy for the Constitutional Court judgeship in a recent parliamentary meeting.
The Seimas is inclined to support L. Kasčiūnas' proposal to expand citizenship and defense skills courses for grades 5-12
The Lithuanian Parliament is considering expanding citizenship and defense skills courses for students in grades 5-12, starting with tenth graders.
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.
L. Kasčiūnas: the updated National Security Strategy could be stronger, we have prepared our own version
L. Kasčiūnas emphasized that the updated National Security Strategy of Lithuania lacks a philosophical foundation and expressed the readiness to propose improvements during discussions in the Seimas.
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.
The Presidency does not express a position on the proposal for assisted reproduction, awaits discussions in the Seimas
The Lithuanian Presidency has not taken a position on the assisted reproduction proposal, emphasizing the need for extensive discussions in the Seimas regarding alignment with family values in the Constitution.
On St. Patrick's Day, the Parliament buildings will not be illuminated: it would contradict the existing regulations
Lithuania's Parliament will not illuminate its buildings for St. Patrick's Day due to rules that restrict similar events to once every four years.
The Seimas will investigate why fuel in Lithuania has increased by nearly 30 ct/l, while in other EU countries – only a few cents. Watch the broadcast
Lithuanian lawmakers will investigate the recent significant increase in diesel fuel prices, seeking to understand the influences and potential manipulations in the fuel market.
Seimas Will Consider the Restructuring of the Customs Department
The Lithuanian parliament is set to discuss a proposal to restructure the Customs Department, which includes merging several subordinate institutions into one legal entity.
Amendments to the Equal Opportunities Law Presented by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour Did Not Gain Support in the Seimas
The proposed amendments to Lithuania's Equal Opportunities Law received limited support in the Seimas despite backing from the government and social welfare officials.
Residents who have not regained their land in cities are proposed to be allowed to choose an equivalent plot
Lithuanian lawmakers propose a new provision to offer residents who haven't regained their land an option for an equivalent plot for individual construction.
35 parliamentarians urge the Seimas to dismiss Darijus Beinoravicius for submitting plagiarized material to VTEK
Thirty-five Lithuanian parliamentarians are calling for the dismissal of Darijus Beinoravicius from VTEK due to allegations of plagiarism.
The Seimas agenda no longer includes an initiative to restrict Russian and Belarusian citizens' ability to purchase real estate in Lithuania
The Lithuanian Seimas has removed from its agenda a proposed initiative that would limit real estate purchases by Russian and Belarusian citizens, following a request from the Social Democrats.