The Senate of Mexico unanimously approved a reform to articles 4 and 27 of the Constitution to guarantee social support to vulnerable groups, in an act described by legislators as an act of social justice and brotherhood towards the Mexican people.
Senator Raúl Morón Orozco from Morena highlighted that this reform will broaden access to social justice, mainly benefiting the elderly, people with disabilities, farmers, and fishermen. Luis Alfonso Silva Romo from PVEM emphasized that the amendment reflects a humanistic and anti-neoliberal vision, where the State takes responsibility for social welfare instead of the market.
Alejandro González Yáñez from PT mentioned that this reform brings Mexico closer to the objective of an unconditional universal income to ensure family well-being. Meanwhile, Ricardo Anaya Cortés from PAN stated that the reforms represent progress in social justice, although he stressed the need to advance toward a universal social security system.
Claudia Edith Anaya Mota from PRI expressed her support for the expansion of constitutional rights but suggested adjusting the text to avoid possible conflicts with the competencies of federal entities.
The Senate committees that approved the reform highlighted that it seeks to strengthen social rights, guaranteeing constitutional support to populations in vulnerable situations to ensure them a minimum standard of living and conditions for their development.
One of the cornerstones of the reform is the establishment of the constitutional right to adequate housing for all. Furthermore, it recognizes the commitment of the Federation and the states to provide a non-contributory pension to permanently disabled individuals under 65 years old, and to all individuals over 65, ensuring them a pension in old age. Additionally, support for small-scale agricultural and fishing workers is proposed, including the delivery of free fertilizers and annual economic assistance.
Amalia García Medina from Movimiento Ciudadano also supported the measure, emphasizing the importance of a welfare state that does not depend on clientelist approaches or philanthropy. Furthermore, guaranteed prices will be maintained for basic products such as corn, beans, milk, rice, and wheat.
During the presentation of the opinion, Morena senator Andrea Chávez highlighted that the proposal represents a fundamental advance in promoting dignity for historically marginalized groups, who now receive the protection of the Mexican state.
