säädöshanke
A säädöshanke refers to a legislative project or initiative in Finland. It is the process by which a new law or amendment to an existing law is prepared and brought before Parliament for consideration. This process typically begins with the identification of a need for legislative action, which can arise from various sources, including government policy objectives, societal changes, EU directives, or international agreements.
The Ministry responsible for the area in question usually initiates the säädöshanke. This ministry will then
Following the preliminary work, a more formal proposal, known as a government bill (hallituksen esitys), is prepared.
In Parliament, the säädöshanke goes through a multi-stage review process, including committee hearings and debates in