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Govt changes restrict election employees from party membership
The Jordanian Cabinet decided during its session on Sunday to approve an amended draft law for the Independent Electoral Commission Law of 2026. The aim is to update the legislation to align with recent legislative developments and strengthen the commission's capacity to perform its role efficiently and transparently. The amendments include setting dates for local elections and elections appointed by the Council of Ministers, as well as regulating the possibility of canceling or postponing elections when circumstances threaten their integrity. Additionally, the commission’s powers have been updated, digital election campaign tools subject to oversight have been expanded, and the personnel system has been revised to promote neutrality and manage human resources appropriately for the public sector. Among the new measures is a prohibition on commission staff belonging to any political party while on duty, and a requirement that anyone running for elections through the commission take a leave of absence without pay at least 90 days before the vote. If elected, they are automatically considered resigned. These steps aim to ensure the neutrality of the commission in managing elections and to safeguard their transparency and integrity.
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