Amendments to Independent Elections Law
The Jordanian Cabinet continued to approve the draft amendments to the Independent Election Commission Law of 2026, in preparation for sending it to the National Assembly. The amendment aims to raise the required voting threshold for approval of the changes from a simple majority to two-thirds of the members, in order to strengthen the stability of legislation related to elections and political parties. Such laws are considered constitutional in nature and require more stringent voting procedures in accordance with the Constitution, particularly following the constitutional amendments of 2022 that mandated this. This amendment is part of an effort to protect the independence of the commission and enhance the robustness of the electoral system. It includes the commission's roles in managing elections and reviewing requests for forming political parties. This reflects the legislator's focus on promoting political consensus when amending related laws, ensuring stability within the country's electoral and party systems.
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