Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law requiring members of the State Duma and the Federation Council to obtain approval for foreign travel.
Stricter Regulations
According to Lenta this new legislation mandates that unapproved travel abroad will result in the loss of a lawmaker's mandate.
Currently, Russian lawmakers must follow a notification procedure for their foreign trips. They simply need to inform the relevant authorities about their travel plans.
The new law replaces this system with stricter regulations, requiring lawmakers to seek formal approval. The councils of the parliamentary chambers will set the procedures for approval and the timelines for travel..
Increased Control
In addition to the travel restrictions for lawmakers, Putin also signed a law providing annual family payments to working Russians with two or more children. This support measure is available if the family's per capita income does not exceed 1.5 times the subsistence minimum.
These legislative changes reflect the Russian government's increased control over its lawmakers and efforts to support families with financial aid, highlighting a dual focus on political discipline and social welfare.
