José Oviedo

José Oviedo

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José Oviedo is a Paraguayan senator known for his active involvement in legislative reforms, particularly concerning the judicial system. Recently, he has been in the news for proposing modifications to the law regulating the Jury of Impeachment of Magistrates (JEM) in light of recent scandals. His proposed changes aim to enhance the accountability and representation within the JEM, including the introduction of popular voting for members and annual reporting to Congress. Oviedo is committed to fostering a transparent and effective judicial system and has called for an open conversation with legal experts and stakeholders to discuss these vital reforms.

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José Oviedo is an opposition parliamentarian who criticized the rapid approval of a bill declaring a 'vial emergency' in Paraguay.

Llamativo proyecto de “emergencia vial” habilitaría compras rápidas al “ahijado” de Bachi - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-06-02
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Senator José Oviedo is involved in the legislative proposal concerning the minimum wage.

Senadora insiste en que salario mínimo debe calcularse con base en precios de la canasta básica - Economía
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-06-01
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José Oviedo is one of the senators presenting a project to modify the minimum wage calculation mechanism.

Salario mínimo: Senado analizará proyecto que modifica el mecanismo de cálculo - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-05-31
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Senator José Oviedo emphasized the need to change ministers who are not delivering results.

Peña debe cambiar a los ministros que no brindan resultados, sostiene senador - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-02-17
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Senator José Oviedo criticized the lack of coordination among state institutions regarding the construction of the elevated highway.

Senadores denuncian grave descoordinación estatal en la construcción de la Ruta Elevada PY02 - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-01-26
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José Oviedo is a senator who requested information from the Paraguayan government regarding a military agreement with the U.S.

Comisión Permanente reitera la invitación al canciller Rubén Ramírez - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2026-01-14
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José Oviedo is a senator who made additional allegations against the National Police.

“Se está destapando una cloaca”, asegura la senadora Paredes - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-11-13
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José Oviedo is a representative of the agricultural sector who called for unity among citizens and other sectors.

Cinco claves para entender marcha de agricultores contra el gobierno de Rodrigo Chaves
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-11-11
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José Oviedo believes that the initiative for protecting citizen information is very important for the country.

Senado define hoy si mata la transparencia estatal - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-11-05
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José Oviedo, the mayor of Yaguate, was part of the group inspecting the dams.

Desaguan el contraembalse Las Barias; administrador de Egehid supervisa protocolo de las presas
Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican RepublicDominican Republic· 2025-10-26
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José Oviedo expressed concerns about the lack of information regarding the voting project.

A senador no le desagrada el voto secreto, pero aclara que la gente debe saber como votan sus representantes - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-10-16
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Senator José Oviedo spoke about the legislative project to increase the maximum prison sentence for minors who commit crimes.

Senador insistirá en alzar a 15 años pena máxima para menores: “Ya no son niños” - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-10-07
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José Oviedo is a senator who is part of the initiative to reform divorce laws.

Divorcio exprés: proyecto de ley que busca simplificar y abaratar la disolución matrimonial en solo días - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-09-19
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José Oviedo is one of the senators who signed the denunciation related to the corruption case.

Yamy Nal y Chaqueñito: Presentan denuncia ante Fiscalía - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-09-15
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Senator José Oviedo commented on the extraordinary session of the Senate regarding the transportation reform project presented by the Executive Power.

Transporte: proyecto del Ejecutivo no es una “reforma”, pero sí un “avance”, según senador - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-09-09
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Senator José Oviedo was highlighted as a key figure present at the opposition gathering.

De la mano de la oposición, equipo liderado por Prieto busca retomar Municipalidad de CDE - ABC en el Este
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-08-30
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José Oviedo explained that the closure of La Neverita was met with complaints from local merchants about their losses.

Sugieren cerrar charcos peligrosos que sirven de balnearios en río Nizao
Listín Diario – oldest Dominican newspaper, est. 1889·Dominican RepublicDominican Republic· 2025-08-20
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José Oviedo is a senator from Yo Creo who was present at the commission meeting.

Titular de Conatel hace el vacío a comisión “garrote” contra telefónicas - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-08-08
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José Oviedo was one of the opposition speakers who unsuccessfully proposed to add more holiday dates.

Senado aprueba ley que faculta a Peña decretar feriados “pro-mundial” - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-07-30
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Senator José Oviedo was one of the signatories of the Senate's declaration.

Senado repudia intervención policial en peregrinación religiosa y defiende libertad de expresión - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-07-24
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The proposal is embodied in the bill of Senator José Oviedo.

Senado aprobará mañana proyecto de ley que faculta a Peña a decretar feriados “pro Mundial” - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-07-22
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José Oviedo is a senator who shares concerns about Peña's governance.

Los opositores harán el vacío a Peña tal como él actúa con la ciudadanía, dicen - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-07-01
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José Oviedo voted in favor of the proposal to increase the penalty to 15 years.

A 15 años de cárcel eleva el Senado la pena para adolescentes infractores - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-06-19
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José Oviedo is highlighted as an emerging leadership figure in the Parliament.

Ciudad del Este: ¿cómo ve Yo Creo el futuro con las elecciones municipales y la intervención a Prieto? - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-06-14
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Senator José Oviedo was mentioned as a supporter of the bill.

Parlamentarios buscan prohibir el uso de cianuro y el mercurio en la minería de oro - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-06-06
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Senator José Oviedo presented a parliamentary initiative to increase prison sentences for adolescents involved in crimes.

Hay una “mayoría” a favor de aumento de penas para adolescentes, según Oviedo - Política
ABC Color – leading Paraguayan newspaper, est. 1967·ParaguayParaguay· 2025-06-06
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