Promoting Indigenous Participation in Public Works

Deputy Christian Joaquín Sánchez Sánchez of the Green Party (PVEM) is spearheading an important legislative initiative aimed at reforming the Law on Public Works and Related Services. This initiative is designed to ensure greater inclusion and participation of indigenous peoples and communities in the planning, development, and execution of public works projects. The proposed reforms emphasize respecting the constitutional right to prior consultation and incorporating indigenous perspectives into the development process.

The core of Deputy Sánchez Sánchez's proposal involves amending Article 18 of the current ordinance to add two new paragraphs. These additions mandate that when a public works project is planned in areas inhabited by indigenous peoples or communities, relevant agencies and entities must provide regular updates on the status of studies, plans, and programs related to the project. This continuous flow of information is intended to keep indigenous communities informed and engaged throughout the project's lifecycle.