Bill to enable government "emergency restriction" Direction of enforcement on 14 March 17:53 on March 6
In preparation for the further spread of the new coronavirus, the government intends to enact a bill to enable the Prime Minister to make a `` declaration of emergency '' on the following day, taking into account the fact that it is expected to be passed on the 13th of next week. We are making adjustments.
In preparation for the further spread of the new coronavirus, the government plans to submit a bill to the Diet next week that allows the Prime Minister to make a `` declaration of emergency '' and request and direct local governments to refrain from going out and to close schools. As a result, the ruling and opposition parties discussed the date of the deliberations and are expected to be formed on the 13th of next week.
After the bill is enacted, it is supposed to be enforced the day after it is promulgated, so the government will proceed with the promulgation as soon as the law is enacted on the 13th and proceed with adjustments to take effect on the 14th.
This will make it possible to issue an "Emergency Declaration" on April 14, but both sides have been calling for careful consideration, saying that the rights and freedoms of the people will be subject to certain restrictions. In addition, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kan has acknowledged that he is not in a situation to declare at this time.
Explained at the lucky meeting on the 9th
The government will explain the bill to the board of members of the lower house steering committee next week. The government will submit the bill to the Diet on the following day.