Where the law stands, Dossier 2024/2858(RSP)
Iraq, notably the situation of women’s rights and the recent proposal to amend the Personal Status Law
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 10 October 2024. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 10 October 2024
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
10 October 2024 · decision 3
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Iraq, notably the situation of women’s rights and the recent proposal to amend the Personal Status Law
Adopted Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.
AI summary:It calls on Iraq's Council of Representatives to reject the amendments, which it says would legalize child marriage and weaken legal protections for women.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 10 Oct 2024
Tabled for plenary· 9 Oct 2024
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0092/2024
AI summary:This resolution expresses concern about proposed amendments to Iraq's Personal Status Law 188 of 1959, which would reduce women's and children's rights in marriage, divorce, and custody. It urges Iraqi authorities to withdraw the amendments and undertake reforms including banning child marriage, criminalizing marital rape, and ensuring equality.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0089/2024
AI summary:Parliament rejects proposed amendments to Iraq's Personal Status Law that would lower the minimum marriage age, and calls on Iraq to uphold women's rights and international obligations.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0094/2024
AI summary:This is a motion for a resolution on Iraq, women's rights and the proposed amendment of the Personal Status Law. Parliament calls on Iraq's Council of Representatives to reject the amendments, which it says would legalise child marriage and weaken women's rights, and to adopt a domestic violence law.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0093/2024
AI summary:This resolution calls on the Iraqi Parliament to reject proposed amendments to the Personal Status Law, which could legalize child marriage and unregistered marriages. It also calls on the EU and its Member States to condemn and express concerns about the changes, and supports women's and children's rights campaigners.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0091/2024
AI summary:The resolution concerns Iraq, focusing on women's rights and a proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law. It urges the EU to deplore the bill, intensify dialogue, and condition grants, while calling for reinforced cooperation on justice and security.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0090/2024
AI summary:This resolution addresses women's rights in Iraq and a proposal to amend the Personal Status Law. It expresses concern about deteriorating conditions, including child marriage and domestic violence, and calls for stricter conditions on EU development aid to Iraq.
Tabled for plenary· 7 Oct 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0088/2024
AI summary:This resolution on Iraq addresses women's rights and the proposed amendment to the Personal Status Law. It calls on Iraqi authorities to reconsider the amendments, protect rights, and promote equality.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
10 October 2024
Plenary vote
Sitting of 10 Oct 2024 Motion for a resolution B10-0088/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0089/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0090/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0091/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0092/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0093/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0094/2024Adopted text TA10-0020/2024
9 October 2024
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 9 Oct 2024 Motion for a resolution B10-0088/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0089/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0090/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0091/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0092/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0093/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0094/2024
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2024/2858(RSP)