### AMLO Plans to Publish National Guard Reform on Sunday; Sheinbaum to Present Initiatives Next Week
On September 27, 2024, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced that at least 21 state congresses have approved constitutional reforms related to the National Guard and the rights of indigenous peoples in Mexico. During his morning press conference held at the National Palace, López Obrador indicated that these reforms would be published in the Official Gazette between Sunday, September 29, and Monday, September 30, 2024.
“Informing the public that local congresses have approved laws on indigenous peoples’ rights and the law allowing the Ministry of National Defense (SEDENA) to take charge of the National Guard,” stated López Obrador.
The President noted that he must publish three reforms: the Judicial Power reform, the constitutional reform recognizing the rights of indigenous communities, and the National Guard restructuring into SEDENA. These reforms were passed with a qualified majority in both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate.
“We are ready to publish these agreements on Sunday or Monday. This is a significant advancement,” added López Obrador.
On the same day, Ricardo Monreal Ávila, leader of the Morena group in the Chamber of Deputies, revealed that President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum would present a package of reforms next week. Monreal mentioned this on his social media account, noting that Sheinbaum’s initiatives might be directed to either the Chamber of Deputies or the Senate.
Monreal also mentioned that his group will present two more initiatives from the so-called “Plan C,” focusing on energy and passenger train reforms, which will involve changes to articles 25, 27, and 28 of the Constitution.
“The Federal Executive’s initiative will enable private companies to participate in the electricity industry, specifically in transmission and distribution activities, without prevailing over state-owned enterprises,” read the initiative’s proposal.
### Secondary Article: Updates on the Political Landscape
In other related news, Mexico’s political arena is abuzz with upcoming legislative changes. According to recent reports, the new reform measures are expected to address various aspects of national policy, from energy transitions to infrastructure development.
**Energy Reform:**
This initiative aims to reconfigure the energy sector by empowering the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) while allowing private sector participation, albeit not at the expense of public enterprises. The 2013 energy reform had divided CFE into various subsidiaries for different activities, causing financial losses and operational inefficiencies.
**Passenger Train Reforms:**
Another vital component of “Plan C” involves reforms to promote passenger train services, intending to enhance connectivity and reduce travel times across different regions in Mexico. These measures aim to improve the nation’s infrastructure, boosting economic growth and regional development.
As the legislative agenda unfolds, the nation watches closely, anticipating the long-term impact of these significant constitutional changes. Keep an eye on TJGringo.com for ongoing updates and in-depth analysis.