The Legislative Committee in the House of Representatives refers a number of draft laws to the Council for necessary action.
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Benghazi, December 22, 2025 – The Legislative and Constitutional Committee of the House of Representatives discussed a number of draft laws referred to it during its regular meeting in Benghazi on Monday.
During the meeting, the committee reviewed a draft law to establish the National Authority for Science and Technology, examining the project’s objectives and operational mechanisms, and presented its legal and regulatory vision to achieve the intended purpose of its establishment.
The committee also discussed a draft law to increase the salaries of members of the armed forces, as part of supporting the military institution and improving the conditions of its personnel, while taking into account the relevant legal and financial aspects.
Furthermore, the committee examined a draft law for the protection of women, based on the latest revised version prepared by specialists and academics, in light of recent recorded violations against women, which necessitates urgent legislative intervention to provide the necessary legal protection.
The committee affirmed that the study of the draft law for the protection of women was conducted within legal and legitimate frameworks, in accordance with the provisions and general rules of Islamic Sharia, while considering societal values and constitutional guarantees.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to refer the aforementioned draft laws to the House of Representatives to take the necessary actions regarding them, in accordance with the approved legislative procedures.
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Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the ancient Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in the 2011 Libyan Civil War as a key base for the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi. Today, it remains an important economic and political hub in the country.
House of Representatives
The House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the United States Congress, established by the Constitution in 1789. It is composed of representatives elected from congressional districts, with representation based on state population, and holds primary responsibility for initiating revenue bills.
National Authority for Science and Technology
The National Authority for Science and Technology is a government body responsible for overseeing and promoting scientific research, technological development, and innovation within its nation. Its history is tied to national efforts to build a modern knowledge-based economy, often established or restructured to coordinate research priorities and foster international scientific collaboration.
Islamic Sharia
Islamic Sharia refers to the religious law derived from the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, forming the moral and legal framework for many Muslim-majority societies. Its history spans over 1,400 years, evolving through scholarly interpretation and application across diverse Islamic empires and states. It encompasses a wide range of personal, social, and legal principles, with varying implementations and interpretations in the modern world.
