Löggildingu

Löggildingu is a term used in Icelandic law to describe the process by which a law becomes legally binding. This process involves several steps, each of which is crucial to ensuring that the law is valid and enforceable. The first step is the drafting of the law, which is typically done by the Althingi, the Icelandic Parliament. Once a bill has been drafted, it is submitted to the Althingi for consideration. The bill must then be approved by a majority vote of the members of the Althingi. After approval, the bill is sent to the President of Iceland for signature. The President's signature is not merely a formality; it is a crucial step in the process, as it signifies the President's endorsement of the law. Once the President has signed the bill, it becomes a law and is published in the official gazette, the Law Gazette of Iceland. This publication is a formal notification that the law is now in effect and legally binding. The law remains in effect until it is repealed or amended by a subsequent law. The process of löggildingu is designed to ensure that laws are carefully considered, approved, and formally recognized, thereby providing a stable and predictable legal framework for Iceland.