Russian Duma Proposes Mandatory 13th Salary

Members of the Russian State Duma have proposed a lifetime ban on purchasing cigarettes for individuals born after 2008. The legislative move aims to curb smoking rates among younger generations. This proposal follows ongoing discussions regarding public health and addiction prevention in Russia. The State Duma has proposed a method to combat 'trash streamers' by requiring social media platforms to block pages of extreme content creators. The deputy chairman of the Information Committee stated that this approach is the most realistic. The proposal involves platforms managing the removal of such content themselves. A new draft document aimed at increasing market transparency has been submitted to the Bank of Russia for review. The proposal prohibits insurers from pressuring clients or using hidden incentives to sell insurance policies. The document also defines specific grounds upon which an insurer may refuse a payout, including cases involving military actions or property seizure by state authorities. Lawmakers in the Russian State Duma have proposed an amendment to the labor code to mandate a 13th salary for employees. The proposal requires employers to pay workers a bonus equal to one month's average earnings before May 1. The initiative aims to provide a mandatory annual bonus to all workers.