The government of Colombia has submitted a reform bill to the Congreso de la República aimed at ending “la mermelada,” a colloquial term for political pork-barrel spending and corruption. The proposed legislation would allow members of the Congreso de la República to propose initiatives related to investment and would call for the removal of parliamentary immunity for those who conceal information in their declarations of interests. This measure seeks to increase transparency and accountability among Colombian legislators. The bill intends to address concerns about illicit enrichment and conflicts of interest within the political system. Details were first published by La Silla Vacía. If passed, the reform could significantly alter how political funds are allocated and managed in Colombia.