lagasett

Lagasett is a term used in some Nordic legislative practices to describe a package of laws presented for consideration by a parliament as a single strategic measure. The term combines lag, meaning law, with sett, meaning set or package, and is used to refer to a coherent bundle of draft bills, amendments, and related instruments bundled for joint debate and decision.

While the specifics vary by country, a lagasett typically includes multiple draft laws or policy measures that address a broader reform objective. It is usually introduced by the executive branch or the legislative committee with a rationale, fiscal impact assessments, and implementation timelines. The legislature may examine the package in plenary and through committees; after hearings, amendments may be proposed and incorporated; the package is then put to a collective vote, with provisions often allowing separate votes on individual measures.

The legislature’s handling of a lagasett aims to balance policy coherence with legislative efficiency. Proponents say it can speed up reform and ensure related measures align with a common objective. Critics argue that bundling diverse or controversial items reduces scrutiny of individual components, limits public debate, and increases the government’s leverage in negotiations.

Variations exist across jurisdictions: some systems require that a lagasett be considered as a single act, while others permit the package to be split or amended in parts. The concept is closely related to the English-language notion of an omnibus bill or legislative package.