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In the Italian Chamber of Deputies, a political alliance formed between Italy Viva, Azione, and the center-right bloc has passed two non-binding resolutions aimed at reforming aspects of judicial responsibility and professional evaluation within the judiciary. The proposals, which were supported by the governing coalition led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, received approval with votes from the majority parties and centrist groups, while opposition factions including the Democratic Party (Pd), the Five Star Movement (M5S), and the Greens and Left Alliance voted against them. The resolutions were introduced under the framework of a law establishing the National Day of Enzo Tortora, dedicated to addressing judicial errors. The first resolution, authored by Maria Elena Boschi, a deputy associated with the former government of Matteo Renzi, calls upon the government to adopt measures, potentially legislative, to ensure that victims of unjust harm caused by judicial actions receive adequate compensation. This includes modifying the civil liability rules affecting judges, while maintaining their independence and autonomy. The second resolution, drafted by Davide Faraone, urges the executive branch to implement reforms that make evaluations of judicial professionalism more objective and substantial. It proposes linking career advancements to measurable criteria such as competence, diligence, and balance, and suggests expanding the role of legal professionals and university professors in assessing judicial performance. Although these resolutions are not binding, they carry clear political significance. They reflect a broader push by the center-right to introduce changes that could influence how judicial accountability is managed, potentially shifting the balance of power or responsibility within the judiciary. The government, represented by Justice Minister Francesco Paolo Sisto, chose not to intervene directly, instead deferring to the Chamber’s decision-making process. This approach allowed the resolutions to gain support from both the ruling party and centrist groups, despite opposition from left-leaning factions. The outcome was celebrated by Enrico Costa, head of the Forza Italia group in the Chamber. Speaking after the vote, he remarked that the results demonstrated the strength of the center-right coalition, noting that political forces still leaning toward judicial protectionism should take notice. He described the achievement as a historic victory for Forza Italia, with Italy Viva and Azione playing a key role in securing the passage of the resolutions. The debate over judicial responsibility and professional evaluation continues to be a contentious issue in Italian politics. While the current resolutions focus on procedural and structural reforms, they have sparked discussions about the broader implications for judicial independence and public trust in the legal system. As the government moves forward, it will need to consider how these proposals might shape future legislation and whether further action will be taken to address concerns raised by opposing parties.