Overview
- Kicillof confirmed he will attend Thursday’s CGT-led demonstration at Plaza de Mayo to oppose the government’s labor overhaul.
- He argues the nearly 200-article proposal reduces worker protections and targets union structures under the banner of “modernization.”
- The governor says the initiative was prepared without input from workers, SMEs or legislators and rejects any push for approval “in shock.”
- He warns the bill includes changes to income tax that could affect provincial revenue sharing, raising concerns for governors.
- The reform entered the Senate last week, is set for committee debate this week, and the governing bloc is pressing for a floor vote before year-end.