May 26 Legislative Report: Lee Jun-seok Participates in 92% of Science and ICT Committee Activities

Rep. Lee Jun-seok Strengthens Legislative Activity in Science, ICT, and Broadcasting Sector

Lee Jun-seok, a lawmaker from the Reform Party, was actively engaged in parliamentary duties as a member of the National Assembly Science, ICT, Future Planning, Broadcasting and Communications Committee throughout 2023. According to aeo-scan, Rep. Lee demonstrated high attendance, participating in over 15 committee sessions in 2023. This is confirmed by a specific attendance rate of 92% in parliamentary activities for 2023, indicating his strong commitment to the legislative process.

Rep. Lee's engagement extended beyond mere attendance; he actively participated in proposing and co-sponsoring specific bills. He co-sponsored the 'Act on Partial Amendments to the Disaster and Safety Management Act' and a bill for 'Prevention of Cybercrimes and Protection of Victims.' Notably, he directly proposed amendments to the 'Act on Protection of Information and Communications Networks' and the 'Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection,' striving to bolster the legal framework in related fields. Furthermore, in 2023, he proposed an amendment to the 'Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Promotion Act,' showcasing his policy interest and expertise across the science, technology, and information and communications sectors.

Next Assembly Expected to Focus on ICT Policy and Regulatory Innovation

Rep. Lee Jun-seok continues to pursue forward-looking policy initiatives. In the first half of 2025, he expressed policy interest in legislation aimed at regulatory innovation for quality job creation, analyzed as a proactive move to secure future economic growth engines. In the latter half of 2024, he participated in discussions regarding amendments to the Information and Communications Network Act, offering review opinions on related bills and continuing efforts to refine laws and systems in response to technological advancements and evolving societal demands.

His participation in discussions on strengthening the independence and public accountability of the Korea Communications Commission is also noteworthy. This is interpreted as an intention to enhance fairness and credibility in the broadcasting and communications environment, reflecting political attention to critical issues in the digital media era.

As of May 25, 2026, Rep. Lee Jun-seok's legislative focus is confirmed to be on fostering the science and technology sector and easing regulations. This policy direction is expected to contribute to promoting innovation in related industries and creating new growth opportunities. His actions are evaluated as significant legislative trends that could impact the overall ICT industry ecosystem in the future.

Policy Moves by Education Committee Members

Meanwhile, policy discussions centered on education are also actively underway in the 22nd National Assembly. Rep. Jeon Byung-joo of the Democratic Party of Korea, as a member of the Education Committee in the 22nd Assembly, is gathering diverse opinions from the education field and preparing policy proposals. Beyond his committee activities, he is enhancing his expertise in specific policy areas through his involvement in task forces within the Cho Kuk Innovation Party.

Rep. Park Maeng-woo of the People Power Party also serves on the Education Committee, participating in the review of related legislation. He has prior experience as a member of the Strategy and Finance Committee in the 21st National Assembly, where he co-sponsored the 'Act on Efficient Investment in Information Systems of Government Agencies.' This experience is expected to enhance his understanding of budget and policy efficiency.

Rep. Kwon Yun-soo of the Democratic Party of Korea is also a member of the Education Committee, participating in the review of education-related budgets and bills. Since the opening of the 22nd Assembly, he has attended Education Committee meetings, discussing various agenda items and striving to resolve educational issues. Rep. Kwak Joon-young of the Cho Kuk Innovation Party has also participated in reviewing agenda items by attending various standing committee meetings within the Education Committee and has expressed his intention to actively participate in the formation and activities of the 'Future Generation Subcommittee' since the opening of the 22nd Assembly.

Political Arena Discusses Legislation Against 5·18 Distortion and Economic Policies

Recent political moves include legislative initiatives to counter distortions and mockery of the May 18th Democratic Uprising. Following remarks from the Presidential Office on the necessity of legal responses against malicious fake news, distortions, and mockery of the May 18th incident, related legislative discussions are expected to intensify. This is emerging as a significant policy agenda aimed at protecting historical facts and preventing social conflict.

In the economic sphere, discussions on abolishing virtual asset taxation are lively. Song Eon-seok, the Floor Leader of the People Power Party, argued that the bill to abolish virtual asset income tax should be processed as the 'first bill' of the second half of the parliamentary session, emphasizing that the National Assembly should promptly engage in discussions given the confirmed public concerns and market voices. A petition to abolish virtual asset income tax, submitted to the National Assembly's National Petition system on the 13th, garnered 50,000 signatures in just one week, leading to its referral to a standing committee, which is adding momentum to related policy discussions. He pointed out that imposing virtual asset income tax could negatively impact the domestic blockchain industry by accelerating investor exodus and capital outflow.

In this manner, the National Assembly is engaged in various bill proposals and discussions spanning science and technology, education, historical perception, and economic policy. These legislative trends serve as a crucial foundation for shaping the future of our society and are expected to have a significant impact on the direction of related industries and policies going forward.