### Another Setback for Lawmakers over Firearms Legislation
In recent developments, the Baja California Congress faced another setback when the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) struck down reforms to the State’s Public Security Law. These reforms aimed to extend the period that preventive police officers could carry their firearms as protection against local violence. Proposed by deputies Juan Manuel Molina and Diego Echevarría, the measures were designed to allow officers to keep their weapons during off-duty hours.
However, the SCJN clarified that local legislators have no jurisdiction over firearms regulation, which is a matter solely under federal authority. This decision highlights a recurring pattern in Baja California’s Congress, where numerous initiatives face rejection due to legal deficiencies.
Since 2019, representatives from the Morena party have repeatedly been re-elected, although many of their proposals have been dismissed. This situation continues to raise questions about the quality of legislative practices, with many arguing that elected officials need better legal understanding to enact viable reforms.
### Navigating Legislative Challenges: Lessons from Baja California
The challenges facing the Baja California Congress underscore the complexities of legislative processes. Recent attempts at reform have often resulted in controversies, such as the notorious “Ley Bonilla” of 2019, which sought to illegally extend the gubernatorial term. The SCJN’s intervention prevented one of the most significant legislative scandals in recent years.
Proposals aiming to reshape the Judicial Power, municipal taxes, and the establishment of government institutions similarly faced rejection or legal challenges. These experiences serve as a case study in the pitfalls of legislative practices and underline the need for improving the professional standards among lawmakers to prevent future legal missteps.
### Additional Insights: Recent News from Baja California
In other regional news, a recent shooting in the nightclub district of Ensenada resulted in one fatality and four injuries. This incident once again draws attention to local safety concerns.
Meanwhile, Brandon Moreno celebrated a victorious return in Mexico City, and Tijuana is set to appoint a new Municipal Police Director. In efforts to boost green energy, Mexicali plans a 200 million peso initiative to install solar panels in 5,500 homes.
On a political note, Claudia Sheinbaum launched the “Programa de Vivienda para el Bienestar” in Rosarito, demonstrating ongoing efforts to enhance living conditions, while public demonstrations in Mexico City called for the revocation of Cuauhtémoc Blanco’s official immunity. These stories reflect the dynamic socio-political landscape of the region.