Legislative changes
News about adopted, proposed, or debated changes in laws, regulations, and legal frameworks.
Laws Against Sexual Offenses: Children Under 16 Receive Greater Protection
The Legal Committee adopted amendments to the Criminal Code that increase the protection of children under 16 from sexual offenses, including those involving pornography created with artificial intelligence.
BSP Calls on MPs to Support the President's Veto on the Electoral Code
The Executive Bureau of BSP calls on the parliamentary group of "BSP-United Left" to support President Yotova's veto on the Electoral Code. Krum Zarkov emphasizes the importance of party decisions and the potential damage from supporting the changes.
Outgoing government adopted amendments to the Criminal Code to protect children from sexual offenses
The government increased penalties for sexual crimes against children under the age of 10 and extended the statute of limitations for prosecuting perpetrators. The decision provides for up to 20 years in prison.
What the MPs Will Discuss Today: Prices, Camera Abuses, and Other Important Topics
Today's National Assembly session includes discussions on goods prices, abuses of surveillance cameras, sexual assault on a minor, changes to laws and international documents.
Ministry of Tourism Seeks Reconsideration of the Tourism Law
The Ministry of Tourism, led by outgoing Minister Miroslav Borshosh, proposes a new discussion of the bill to amend the Tourism Act, involving all interested parties. The focus is on the Tourism Guarantee Fund and the opinions of industry associations.
Amendments to the Cybersecurity Act Adopted: New Requirements and Restrictions for Businesses
Parliament approved amendments to the Cybersecurity Act, introducing European standards for risk assessment and incident reporting, as well as restrictions on the use of risky technologies. Public and private entities are affected, and the sectors subject to control are expanding.
Parliament Discusses Amendments to the Electoral Code: Restriction of Polling Stations Abroad and Other Bills
The National Assembly is today considering in second reading amendments to the Electoral Code, which provide for a restriction on the number of polling stations outside the EU. Other bills are also being discussed, including those on cybersecurity and crypto assets.
Registration of Electric Scooters: New Rules and Deadlines
As of July 1st of this year, owners of electric scooters must register them with the municipalities. A unified national register is being created, which will consolidate information about owners and the characteristics of the vehicles. The register aims to improve safety and introduce accountability for violations.
Kostadinov: We Accepted the Proposal for Amendments to the Electoral Code
The leader of "Vazrazhdane" (Revival), Kostadin Kostadinov, commented on the adoption of the bill for amendments to the Electoral Code and expressed bewilderment regarding the fairness of elections in Turkey. He also touched upon the topic of the caretaker Prime Minister.
Parliament Adopts Register for Electric Scooters and Rules for Video Surveillance
Parliament approved amendments to the Road Traffic Act, providing for the creation of a national register for electric scooters with information about their owners, as well as the possibility of installing video surveillance devices at traffic lights. The decision aims for more order, responsibility, and security.
The Anti-Corruption Commission is Shut Down and its Functions Transferred: GDBOP Takes Over Corruption Investigations
Parliament has definitively adopted a bill amending the Audit Office Act, closing the Anti-Corruption Commission. The functions of uncovering corruption are assigned to GDBOP, while prevention and asset verification are assigned to the Audit Office.
Debate on National Resorts and Amendments to the Tourism Act: Borshosh Calls for Swift Decisions
Minister Borshosh calls for an accelerated debate on legislative changes for the development of mountain resorts. The challenges, infrastructure, and finding a balance between development and environmental protection are discussed.
Parliament discusses amendments to the Railways Act and ratification of the Samoa Agreement
The National Assembly will consider on first reading amendments to the Railways Act and will discuss the ratification of the Samoa Agreement, against the backdrop of an ongoing dispute over the Electoral Code and a boycott of the quorum.
Parliament Approves Referendum Amendments: Facilitation and More Questions
The Commission for Direct Citizen Participation has approved amendments to the referendum law. These amendments provide for simplified procedures, more questions for consultations, and a reduced threshold for signatures. The need for an information campaign is also being discussed.
Interruption of Parliamentary Session: In-Depth Debate and Tension Surrounding the Electoral Code
Tension arose during the parliamentary session due to the discussion of amendments to the Electoral Code. The proposal to include the second reading sparked disagreements and the interruption of the session.