Based on a global comparative analysis, an aspiring goal for parliaments in the area of “powers in law-making” is as follows:

• The constitution clearly establishes the right of all MPs to initiate legislation and to propose amendments to legislation as it passes through parliament. Any restrictions to this right are limited and clearly defined.
• The constitution clearly establishes that all legislation, including budgetary legislation, must be approved by parliament before being enacted. This includes approval by both houses in bicameral systems, except where particular restrictions on the upper house are in place.
• Parliament puts into practice the constitutional principles relating to MPs’ law-making powers, and MPs are empowered to participate in all stages of the legislative process. Particular attention is given to opportunities for participation for opposition and independent MPs in law-making.
   

Based on a global comparative analysis, an aspiring goal for parliaments in the area of “document management” is as follows:

• Parliament has document management systems, rules, procedures and processes in place covering the creation, processing, categorization, storage, archiving, retrieval, deletion and dissemination of information.
• All documents are stored securely in one or more central repositories.
• MPs, staff and members of the public can access parliamentary documents, in accordance with the document management rules and procedures.