Sergeyenko urges MPs to assess every bill through the lens of state and public interest

“The principle of justice must underpin all legislative decisions. The head of state has repeatedly emphasized that justice is the foundation, the basis of the state,” Igor Sergeyenko noted.

The speaker emphasized the necessity of more actively involving the public in discussing legislative amendments. Ample mechanisms exist for this purpose, including work in electoral districts, responding to citizens’ requests, and holding various practice-oriented events. Approximately 50 such events at various levels are planned for the first half of the year, in addition to submitting draft laws for public discussion.

“Feedback from the people, from voters, on legislative decisions is an important element in improving the quality and relevance of the legal framework,” said Igor Sergeyenko.

He stressed that a systematic review of legislation is essential to ensure laws keep pace with the times.

In line with the plan for drafting legislative acts approved by the president of Belarus for 2026, around 40 bills are to be prepared. Furthermore, several bills will be submitted to the House of Representatives pursuant to instructions from the head of state.

“All planned bills have been preliminarily assigned to committees, with responsible deputies and secretariat staff designated for each. The process of establishing dedicated working groups to draft the bills is ongoing,” the speaker remarked.

He urged the deputy corps to identify bottlenecks and problems in bills before they are submitted. “Each bill must be considered through the lens of the interests of the state and voters and must substantively align with the provisions of the social and economic development program of Belarus for 2026–2030,” Igor Sergeyenko emphasized.

He added that utmost attention should be given to the drafting of two new codes: the Healthcare Code and the Environmental Code. Their adoption aims to thoroughly systematize legislative norms, considering established practices, current conditions, and development prospects in these areas.

It was also noted that this spring, the House of Representatives, together with the government, should prepare a concept for the draft law “On volunteer activity,” which was initiated by deputies.

“Of the bills currently being finalized in the House of Representatives, the priority should be to consider in a second reading those on lawmaking, land regulation, drinking water supply, and amendments to administrative liability codes,” the speaker concluded.