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Russian Lawmakers to Receive Early Bonuses Ahead of September Elections
Russian lawmakers are reportedly set to receive their annual bonuses early this year, just before they face re-election in September. Reports indicate these bonuses could amount to $59,000 per lawmaker.
8 Jul, 13:44 — 8 Jul, 20:48
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Moscow TimesMostly Factual53d ago
Russian Lawmakers to Receive Early $59K Bonuses Ahead of September Vote – Reports
State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin reportedly said the payments were intended to narrow a pay gap with government ministers.
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Russia’s lawmakers will collect their bonuses early this year, just before they face reelection
State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin complained during a closed-door session about news reports on early bonuses for deputies, the Russian business daily Kommersant reported, citing a source in the lower house of parliament.
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First report: Moscow Times · 8 Jul, 13:44|Full coverage: 2 · 7h|Window: 7h
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