The Democratic Party has called on National Assembly Speaker Cho Jung-sik to convene a session on August 13, citing the urgent need to address pending legislation related to people's livelihoods and housing supply.
Han Byung-do, the party's acting leader and floor leader, spoke to reporters on August 11 after visiting the Speaker's office with Chief Deputy Floor Leader Cheon Jun-ho. He stated, "Since the People Power Party has also discussed housing supply, they should naturally cooperate in holding the session on the 13th." However, it is reported that Speaker Cho responded to the Democratic Party's request by saying, "I will listen to opinions from both sides first."
Meanwhile, the Democratic Party has intensified its pressure on the People Power Party to support the session. During a floor strategy meeting that day, Han pointed out, "What is the intention behind opposing the session for passing bills after initially calling for the August extraordinary session?"
He added, "Currently, 113 bills are awaiting processing in the National Assembly," and emphasized that the legislation supporting the housing supply, which the People Power Party has been stressing, is also stalled at the threshold of the session.
Additionally, Han urged cooperation, stating, "If they oppose the proposed amendment to the National Assembly Act that shortens the fast-track period, they can come to the session and cast a negative vote."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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