The Congress of Yucatán has been ranked among the least productive state legislatures in Mexico, according to data from INEGI’s 2025 National Census of State Legislative Powers. Despite high operating costs—averaging 6.3 million pesos per deputy annually—the body has fallen short in both commissions formed and initiatives presented.
Key Findings
- Ranking: The Yucatán Congress, dominated by Morena and its allies, was identified as the fifth worst legislature in Mexico in terms of commissions formed.
- Commissions: Only 25 commissions were established, below the national average of 32.
- Initiatives: Legislators presented just 173 initiatives, representing 1.4% of the national total, placing Yucatán eighth from the bottom.
Comparison
- Yucatán performed slightly better than Guanajuato, Jalisco, Colima, and Tabasco in commissions, but still below the national average.
- In initiatives, it ranked just above Campeche, Colima, Nayarit, Baja California Sur, Veracruz, Chiapas, and Coahuila.
Costs vs. Productivity
- Each deputy costs taxpayers 6.3 million pesos annually, a figure that contrasts sharply with the legislature’s low productivity.
- Critics argue that Morena’s majority has focused more on political campaigning through legislative reports than on substantive lawmaking.
Broader Context
- The findings highlight ongoing concerns about efficiency and accountability in state legislatures across Mexico.
- Analysts suggest that Yucatán’s Congress must prioritize effective governance over political promotion to improve its standing.
Despite high costs, the Yucatán Congress ranks among the least productive in Mexico, with few commissions and initiatives compared to national averages. The report underscores the need for greater legislative efficiency and accountability.
Source: Sol Yucatan
