Alþingislag

Alþingislag refers to laws passed by the Althing, the national parliament of Iceland. The Althing is one of the oldest parliamentary institutions in the world, with its origins tracing back to the Viking Age. When a bill is proposed in the Althing, it goes through a legislative process that involves debates, committee reviews, and voting. If a bill successfully passes through all stages of this process and receives royal assent (historically from the Danish monarch, and now from the President of Iceland), it becomes an Alþingislag.

These laws cover a wide range of areas, including civil law, criminal law, administrative law, and constitutional matters. They form the legal framework of modern Iceland. The process of creating and amending Alþingislag is a cornerstone of Icelandic democracy, reflecting the will of the people as represented by their elected officials. The text of enacted laws is published and accessible to the public, ensuring transparency in the legislative process. Amendments to existing laws or the introduction of new legislation are subject to the same rigorous parliamentary scrutiny.