Iraqi parliament to advance PMF structure law after first reading, official says
Anouz confirmed the 'PMF Structure Law' is now a priority for parliament, with a second reading and a final vote expected in the near future. The bill had its first reading on March 24, 2025.
He also clarified that a separate 'Service and Retirement Law' for the PMF, which the government had withdrawn in March for amendments due to 'political disagreements' and reported 'US pressure' for the force to be under government control, will be re-submitted to parliament after the structure law is passed.
This legislative process is a crucial step in formalizing the role and hierarchy of the powerful organization within the Iraqi state framework.
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