Abdul Hannan Aboobakuru
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NewsMajlis amends rules to require vote before debating resolutions
The People’s Majlis has amended its Standing Orders to require a preliminary vote on resolutions before they can be debated. Under the new rules, any resolution that fails to secure majority support in this initial vote will be rejected immediately. This change restricts members' ability to introduce and discuss issues on the floor.
NewsMajlis bypasses debate to amend rules on petition
The Parliament bypassed a debate on a petition against the Decentralization Act amendment to focus on changing rules for petition submissions. The proposed change would repeal a clause preventing multiple petitions on the same issue, potentially allowing a flawed petition to be refiled. Critics worry this shift may complicate the system.