In a key step for President Claudia Sheinbaum's electoral reform—initially unveiled February 25 and formally presented March 4 as the 'decálogo por la democracia' (see prior coverage)—the Chamber of Deputies' Constitutional Points and Political-Electoral Reform committees approved the proposal on March 10, 2026, by 45-39 votes. It heads to plenary discussion, likely March 11, amid PVEM and PT opposition despite their Morena alliance.
The reform aims to overhaul 10 constitutional aspects, including proportional representation, a 25% cut in electoral financing, and banning immediate re-election from 2030. Following early PVEM endorsement of 90-95% (as Congress submission neared on March 2), allies shifted: PVEM and PT announced rejection. PVEM's Manuel Velasco noted senators could dissent, while PT's Reginaldo Sandoval confirmed opposition. Sheinbaum respects allies' positions, claiming broad public support.
Committee votes: 25-21 in Constitutional Points, 20-19 in Political-Electoral Reform (totaling 45-39 after double votes). Debates featured PRI/PAN interruptions, Morena accusations of violence against Sheinbaum.
PRI's Alejandro Moreno praised PVEM/PT leaders, visiting San Lázaro. Critics like Ciro Murayama highlight risks: persistent overrepresentation, reduced public funding boosting private influence, 25% INE budget cut. In 2024, Morena gained disproportionate seats despite vote shares.
Plenary needs two-thirds (~334 votes); Morena has 253. Board President Kenia López Rabadán eyes March 11 debate—failure discards the bill.
