Kyrgyzstan is planning to address a shortage of lawyers in its regions by issuing localized legal practice licenses. The initiative was announced by Deputy Minister of Justice Daniyar Kalmatov during a parliamentary session discussing amendments to several laws. The proposed legislation impacts laws related to licensing, the legal profession, and state-guaranteed legal aid. The aim is to increase access to legal representation in underserved areas. The changes are currently under consideration in the first reading by the Jogorku Kenesh, the Kyrgyz parliament. This move suggests a shift towards a more geographically focused approach to legal service provision within the country. The amendments are intended to alleviate the current deficit of attorneys available to serve regional communities.