TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, July 8. The Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan convened for a regular session during which deputies reviewed a draft law aimed at strengthening state oversight in the field of transport, Trend reports.
The proposed law introduces amendments to the Code of Administrative Responsibility, establishing new penalties for violations of safety regulations on railway and metro transport, as well as infractions related to the use of vessels and small boats. It also addresses breaches of labor and rest time requirements for drivers involved in international and intercity transportation, in accordance with national legal standards.
Specific emphasis during the session was directed towards
stipulations that guarantee the integration of traffic dynamics and
transportation network scalability at the pre-construction phase of
development initiatives. The draft delineates a paradigm shift in
infrastructural planning priorities—prioritizing the mobility
ecosystem by foregrounding pedestrians, cyclists, personal mobility
device users, public transit modalities, and specialized vehicular
operations.
Deputies emphasized the significance and criticality of the
legislation, probing into the nuances of its specific provisions.
Delegates from the accountable committee and the proponents of the
legislation provided comprehensive elucidations and
clarifications.
The ratification of the legislative proposal is anticipated to
optimize Uzbekistan’s transportation infrastructure, elevate the
caliber and efficacy of transit operations, and fortify passenger
security protocols.
Subsequent to the session, the legislation underwent ratification
during its tertiary reading and was subsequently transmitted to the
Senate for additional deliberation.
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