Han Byeong-do Calls for End to Opposition's Filibuster as Criminal Procedure Bill is Introduced

by LEE KEONHEE Posted : July 30, 2026, 15:08Updated : July 30, 2026, 15:08

Han Byeong-do, acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, stated that a bill aimed at abolishing supplementary investigation rights will be introduced in the National Assembly today. He urged the People Power Party to stop inciting support for the prosecution and to join efforts to establish a criminal justice system for the people.


During a party meeting, Han noted, "The People Power Party is also planning a filibuster today." He added, "The Democratic Party will work to reform the filibuster system, which has devolved into a tool for political obstruction." A proposal to strengthen the requirements for filibustering is currently under discussion in the National Assembly's operating committee.


Additionally, Han mentioned that an agenda to change the fast track, which has become a slow track, will also be introduced in today's session. He pointed out that the current fast track process, which can take up to 330 days, has lost its intended purpose.


Meanwhile, today's session will also address a special prosecutor law aimed at investigating the shortage of ballots that occurred during the June 3 local elections. Furthermore, both parties have agreed to extend the special committee for a national investigation, which is set to expire on July 31, for an additional 30 days.





* This article has been translated by AI.