### IEEBC Awaits Clarity on Role in Judges and Magistrates Election
The Electoral Institute of Baja California (IEEBC) is currently anticipating changes to the General Law of Institutions and Electoral Procedures, which will outline their involvement in the election of judges and magistrates. Luis Alberto Hernández Morales, the institute’s president, stated that this upcoming revision could significantly affect their operational duties.
The Senate’s commissions recently approved measures to elect 849 federal judges, magistrates, and ministers through popular vote. These changes await approval from both the Senate plenary and the Chamber of Deputies, where the ruling party and allies hold a significant majority. However, these rules do not extend to the state’s judicial system.
If the local congress amends the law for state-level judicial positions to also be elected through popular vote, the IEEBC will directly collaborate with the National Electoral Institute (INE) on the process, according to Hernández Morales. “Whether local elections will be held is still undefined, but we have started preliminary analyses,” he added.
On September 10, Alejandro Isaac Fragozo López, head of the Baja California Judicial Branch, noted that the 160 state magistrates and judges would not be elected by popular vote but rather selected by a committee comprising the Judicial Branch, the Baja California Congress, and the Executive Branch.
Hernández Morales mentioned that if local electoral laws remain unchanged, the IEEBC would assist the INE with organizing campaign forums for judicial candidates in the federal election. This process will be unprecedented, requiring in-depth discussions and planning.
Moreover, the geospatial boundaries of electoral districts, such as Baja California’s, which differ from judicial circuits, and issues like the inclusion of citizens from outside regions (e.g., San Luis Río Colorado in Sonora being part of Baja California’s 15th federal circuit) need addressing. The design of election ballots for the June 2025 judicial elections is another topic for consideration.
### Secondary Article: New Developments in Baja California’s Electoral Landscape
In related news, the IEEBC is also keenly awaiting a decision from the Regional Chamber regarding the election process in San Felipe. This decision could have ramifications for other localities, influencing how electoral processes are structured and executed in the region.
Additionally, essential reforms are being considered to prevent the overrepresentation of coalitions in the local government, emphasizing the need for equitable representation. A recent move by the IEEBC included dismissing a complaint by a mayor against absentee council members, reinforcing the institute’s commitment to addressing electoral grievances fairly.
Furthermore, the IEEBC is preparing to adjust the guidelines for Tijuana Funds, working closely with business sectors to encourage transparency and accountability, particularly in credit request evaluations. This effort reflects ongoing initiatives to stimulate local economic growth by easing bureaucratic barriers and supporting business ventures through streamlined processes.
These developments underscore a dynamic phase in Baja California’s political and judicial scene, with various stakeholders contributing to a more participative and equitable governance structure.