MPs debate budget and vote on laws today

Members of the Chamber of Deputies will resume discussions on next year’s state budget Wednesday afternoon, entering its second reading. This phase allows MPs to propose reallocations within the budget, with over 60 amendments listed on the parliamentary website as of Tuesday. The budget envisions a deficit of 241 billion CZK, 41 billion less than this year’s revised budget. It has become a subject of major political battle between the government and opposition.

MPs are also scheduled to vote on several laws, including one on social integration enterprises to support disadvantaged workers and a bill easing regulations for small breweries. A pending amendment to improve conditions for doctoral students is also expected to be addressed.