This brief reflects on the developments as of February 2026, when, after a prolonged period of delay and uncertainty, a broad and substantive discussion on the draft law was finally opened. From the very beginning of the law’s drafting, EPI has continuously provided comments and recommendations through its public administration reform monitoring reports and policy briefs. Throughout this process, we have repeatedly raised concerns over the Government’s apparent hesitation to adopt the law and questioned why establishing clear criteria and a transparent procedure for the selection of senior management officials has proven to be such a persistent challenge.