L. Paul Bremer, Coalition Provisional Authority

“ Reaffirming the right of the Iraqi people, as recognized in Resolutions 1483 and 1511, to
freely determine their own political future;
Noting that the Law of Administration for the State of Iraq for the Transitional Period
(the “TAL”) provides for the Iraqi people to choose their government through genuine
and credible elections to be held no later than 31 January 2005 ”

“ In the event of a vacancy before the Transfer of Authority by reason of death,
resignation, or removal of any Board member, a new Board member will be
appointed pursuant to the procedure in Section 5 (2) above. Should such a vacancy
arise after the Transfer of Authority but before the election of a National Assembly
pursuant to the TAL, the United Nations will present a list of not less than three
qualified candidates to the Iraqi head of government, who will appoint a new Board
member. ”

“ The Iraqi government shall ensure that the Commission receives all of the resources
necessary for administering elections throughout the Transitional Period.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Commission may seek to enlist the international
community for appropriate assistance in this regard, including the direct provision of
additional funds or resources. All Commission resources shall be solely managed and
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obligated by the Commission. The CEO shall be responsible for the accounting of
these resources. ”