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Argentina Pushes Senate Labor Overhaul as Santilli Courts Governors for Votes

Provincial objections to the tax chapter plus a 3% employer fund put governors in control.

Overview

  • With a target of early February, the government seeks roughly 16 more Senate votes after lining up 20 allies plus Luis Juez to reach quorum for debate.
  • Patricia Bullrich delayed a floor vote, secured a majority committee report, and broadened hearings that included CGT leaders while signaling openness to limited amendments.
  • Article 191’s corporate tax cut and the proposed Fondo de Asistencia Laboral requiring a 3% contribution on gross wages are the main sticking points for provinces and unions.
  • An estimate circulated among governors projects about ARS 1.729 trillion in 2026 provincial revenue losses from the tax changes, intensifying resistance to the bill.
  • Interior Minister Diego Santilli began a January tour in Chubut to tally support, with plans for about ten meetings with governors as Senate teams review objections in mid‑January and a chamber debate is slated for January 26.