According to the constitution and the ad hoc laws of governorates that are not incorporated into a region, provincial councils in Iraq have extensive oversight authority. This kind of authority includes monitoring the work of executive agencies within their respective provinces, which includes assessing and analyzing the performance of public institutions and government departments as well as reports on the completion of projects and initiatives. Moreover, these councils have the authority to take part in the decision-making process concerning the work of these governorate-based bodies. The provincial council has the authority to discuss certain matters, such as the development programs and budget of the administrative bodies. To find out the efficiency of these programs and initiatives, the council may ask for reports from the public institutions and organizations of the governorate. Provincial councils are considered an effective force in administrative decentralization, contributing to improving the lives of local communities, promoting development, and achieving sustainable development.