Jeonnam Provincial Council Closes 373rd Extraordinary Session... Approves 55 Agendas

The Jeonnam Provincial Council concluded its 10-day schedule with the 2nd plenary session and closed the 373rd extraordinary session.

During this extraordinary session, each standing committee reviewed the first half-year performance of provincial administration and educational administration, as well as the major work plans for the second half of the year. A total of 55 agenda items were approved, including 30 ordinances, 2 regulations, and 15 proposals.

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At the 2nd plenary session, members of the Budget and Accounts Special Committee and the Ethics Special Committee, which will lead the first half of the 12th Jeonnam Provincial Council, were appointed.

Additionally, a Women’s Policy Special Committee was formed and members were appointed to seek strategies to address gender gap elimination.

The council adopted the “Proposal to Urge Improvement of the Preliminary Feasibility Study System” led by Assemblyman Jeong Gilsu, the “Proposal to Urge the Government to Improve the Crop Disaster Insurance System” led by Assemblyman Kang Jeongil, and the “Proposal to Urge the Increase of Public Officials’ Salaries” led by Assemblywoman Oh Mihwa, which will be delivered to the Presidential Office, the National Assembly, and relevant government departments.

During the 5-minute free speech session, Assemblywoman Yoon Myeonghee pointed out issues regarding “Measures to Eradicate Overcharging at Tourist Sites,” Assemblyman Shin Euijun urged “Jeonnam Province to Prepare Countermeasures Regarding Maritime Boundary Disputes,” and Assemblyman Kim Hojin raised concerns about “Introducing Public Basic Living Convenience Facilities in Jeonnam,” presenting policy alternatives for regional issues.

Chairman Seo Dongwook requested, “I ask the executive branch to respond promptly and thoroughly to ensure that residents do not experience inconvenience due to heavy rain damage.”

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