Han Byeong-do, the acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, stated on July 5 that he will focus the party's efforts on passing all major legislative tasks of the Lee Jae-myung government by December of this year. He emphasized the need to amend the National Assembly Act to eliminate obstacles that hinder the speed of key legislation.
During the ninth high-level party government meeting held at the Prime Minister's residence in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, Han remarked, "The end of this year is a golden time to assess the success or failure of the Lee Jae-myung government."
He added, "The National Assembly elected 11 standing committee chairs on June 30, marking the first step toward a functioning legislature." He noted that a bill is under consideration to reduce the current 330-day fast-track process to 75 days. Han also indicated plans to strengthen the requirements for filibusters.
Han described the three mega projects as a historic decision that will change the future of South Korea. He stated, "The Democratic Party will closely support the necessary legislation and budget through a task force dedicated to these projects. We will also consider elevating the task force to a committee, with the party leader or floor leader serving as chair to expedite progress."
Furthermore, he expressed the intention to accelerate the passage of legislation that protects the economy and public safety in close consultation with the government, asserting that the party, government, and presidential office must operate like a well-oiled machine.
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