**Baja California Congress Rushes to Approve Unchallengeable Decree**
In a swift legislative move, the Baja California Congress passed a significant decree, amending articles 105 and 107 of the Mexican Constitution, aimed at making constitutional changes unchallengeable. With 19 votes in favor and five against, this decision took place during an extraordinary session held late on October 30, 2024—a move seen to avoid scenarios like the recent attempt to partially annul judicial reforms.
Juan Manuel Molina García, local congressman and chair of the state’s Political Coordination Board, emphasized that challenging constitutional amendments through legal actions like protective orders undermines the Constitution itself. The amendments seek to clarify that constitutional additions or reforms cannot be contested through constitutional controversies or protective orders.
The new provisions particularly state that no legal actions or protective orders will proceed against constitutional amendments. This adoption aligns Baja California with several other states, including Hidalgo, Campeche, and Mexico City, which have also endorsed the decree.
Despite the urgency in passing this decree, critics argue that it lacks the in-depth analysis accorded to other significant laws like regulations against forced disappearances, which took over a year to enact and still lack comprehensive input from relevant state bodies.
**Additional Developments:**
**Other Legislative Movements Across Mexico**
Recently, legislative activities in various Mexican states focus on enhancing legal systems and civil rights. In Quintana Roo, there has been growing support for educational reforms that prioritize indigenous language preservation in schools, reflecting the state’s cultural diversity. Meanwhile, in Sonora, discussions are underway about increasing penalties for environmental violations to combat rising pollution concerns.
Moreover, national attention is still on the ongoing controversy surrounding judicial reforms. Critics argue that recent changes undermine judicial independence, sparking discussions about the balance of power in governance. The implications of these reforms are expected to influence future legislative sessions across Mexico as debates continue over maintaining democratic principles while addressing governance challenges.
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