Han Byeong-do, the acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, stated on July 20 that he would strengthen the requirements for filibusters in response to the People Power Party's announcement of a filibuster against the comprehensive special investigation law extension bill.
During a general meeting held at the National Assembly, Han said, "We held the first meeting of the operating committee today and completed the appointment of the secretaries." He emphasized, "We can no longer just watch the People Power Party's lack of cooperation regarding the formation of the National Assembly."
He added, "The Democratic Party will create a National Assembly that works solely for the people through strengthening filibuster requirements and shortening the fast-track period."
Han also noted, "Currently, 11 standing committee chairs have been elected. I urge those committees to immediately begin processing livelihood-related bills," and requested that committees without chairs hold discussions on key legislative tasks centered around the secretaries.
Meanwhile, the Democratic Party plans to proceed with a closure vote 24 hours after the People Power Party conducts a filibuster on the comprehensive special investigation law extension bill, in accordance with National Assembly law.
The comprehensive special investigation law extension bill includes provisions to increase the number of dispatched public officials from 130 to 150 and allows for the investigation period to be extended by up to 30 days twice with presidential approval. If passed in the National Assembly, the investigation deadline will be updated from July 24 to August 23.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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