Latvian Saeima extends support for Ukrainian refugees and approves transfer of vehicles to Ukraine
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The Latvian Saeima extended support for Ukrainian refugees for another year and approved the transfer of vehicles to Ukraine, including those from state institutions, in agreement with the government.
Latvian Saeima approves extension of support for Ukrainian refugees for another year and the transfer of cars to Ukraine. This is reported by LSM.lv, reports UNN.
Details
According to the amendments, the primary assistance to Ukrainian residents who have arrived in Latvia for another year. This includes assistance with housing and food.
In addition, the amendments allow for the transfer of movable property, including cars owned by the Saeima or other official structures. This will require a corresponding decision of the Cabinet of Ministers.
Additionally
Since mid-February, Latvian law has allowed the transfer to Ukraine of cars confiscated from drunk drivers. Local governments also have the right to to donate funds or property to a country repelling a Russian attack.
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The amendments adopted by the Sejm in the final reading today allow other official structures to transfer movable property to Ukraine free of charge. property to Ukraine free of charge - in each case, this will require a corresponding decision of the Cabinet of of Ministers.
Under the new regulation, the Sejm itself will be able to transfer its property to Ukraine its property, making decisions independently, on the basis of the regulations governing the the work of the parliament.
