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El Salvador‘s Congress clears hurdle to speed constitutional reforms
SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — El Salvador’s Congress ratified a constitutional reform Wednesday that will make it easier and faster to make constitutional changes in the future, a change critics say will allow President Nayib Bukele and his party to further consolidate power. Previously, constitutional reforms had to be proposed and approved in one legislature, then ratified in the …
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On Wednesday afternoon, the Salvadoran Legislative Assembly ratified changes to the 1983…ed in the Constitution (1983) and in article 52 of the Law of Political Parties (2013 ). Today it was eliminated from both regulations.
“We are clear that people do not want political debt. We are here to change the course of the country under the will of Salvadorans ”, said the chief of fraction of new ideas, Christian Guevara.
In the elections of the year 2024, each vote cast in the election of President and Vice President of the Republic was $ 6.05; while that of deputies of the Legislative Assembly, of $ 3.28. This was according to accumulated inflation and was provided by the Central Reserve Bank (BCR).The frist step for repeal
On January 29, with a total of 57 votes, the deputies ratified the reform of article 248 of the Constitution of the Republic.
This confirmation gives way to the Constitutional Reform Agreement No. 1,approved by Legislature 2021-2024 (april 29,2024) to modify the second paragraph of article 248 of the Constitution of the Republic. This change will allow the same legislature to approve and ratify the modifications to the Magna Carta.
With this, the parliamentarians managed to comply with the request requested by many salvadorans: stop maintaining political campaigns with the State’s funds, that is to say with their taxes.
Interview with El Salvador’s legislative Assembly on constitutional Reforms
Table of Contents
- Interview with El Salvador’s legislative Assembly on constitutional Reforms
- Q: Can you walk us through the recent constitutional reform process?
- Q: What motivated this reform?
- Q: How does this reform affect the political landscape in El Salvador?
- Q: What are the next steps following this reform?
- Q: How do you respond to critics who say this reform could lead to an overconcentration of power?
- Q: What message do you have for the Salvadoran people regarding this reform?
Recently, El Salvador’s Congress made significant strides in altering the process for constitutional reforms. This move, which critics argue could lead to further consolidation of power by President Nayib Bukele and his party, has sparked considerable debate. We sat down with a member of the Legislative Assembly to discuss the implications and the process behind this constitutional change.
Q: Can you walk us through the recent constitutional reform process?
A: Sure. On January 29, with a total of 57 votes, the deputies ratified the reform of article 248 of the Constitution. This confirmation gave way to the Constitutional Reform Agreement No. 1, approved by Legislature 2021-2024. The main change is that it will now allow the same legislature to approve and ratify modifications to the Magna Carta.
Q: What motivated this reform?
A: The primary motivation behind this reform was to address a long-standing issue where political campaigns were funded with the State’s funds, essentially taxpayers’ money. many Salvadorans have been calling for a change in this practice, and this reform is a significant step towards that goal.
Q: How does this reform affect the political landscape in El Salvador?
A: This reform simplifies the process of making constitutional changes, which critics argue could be used by President Nayib Bukele and his party to further consolidate power. Though, proponents of the reform see it as a necessary step to streamline the legislative process and address critical issues more efficiently.
Q: What are the next steps following this reform?
A: Now that the reform has been ratified, the next steps involve implementing the changes and ensuring that the new process is followed for any future constitutional amendments. This includes ensuring transparency and accountability in the use of public funds for political campaigns.
Q: How do you respond to critics who say this reform could lead to an overconcentration of power?
A: We understand that there are concerns about power concentration, but we believe that the benefits of this reform, especially in addressing the misuse of public funds for political campaigns, outweigh those concerns. Additionally, we are committed to ensuring that the new process is transparent and that the voices of all Salvadorans are heard.
Q: What message do you have for the Salvadoran people regarding this reform?
A: we want to assure the salvadoran people that this reform is in their best interest. It aims to create a more efficient and transparent legislative process, one that better serves the needs of the people. We encourage everyone to stay informed and engaged as we move forward with these changes.
this interview provides valuable insights into the recent constitutional reforms in El Salvador and their potential impact on the political landscape. As the country continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor the implementation of these changes and their effects on the Salvadoran people.
