Assemblies begin consideration of state police bill

State Houses of Assembly have started deliberating on the proposed State Police Bill sent by the National Assembly. The bill, transmitted on September 16, seeks to alter the 1999 Constitution to allow for the establishment of state police services. Some states have approved the proposal, others have set up committees, and several are awaiting formal receipt of the document. The amendment requires approval from at least two-thirds of state legislatures, and the National Assembly has requested responses within 30 days.

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