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Russia is considering a new initiative to reward couples for extended marriages, as reported by 360.ru. Yaroslav Nilov, the chairman of the State Duma Committee on Labor, Social Policy, and Veterans’ Affairs, unveiled the proposal, which aims to provide financial incentives for couples who maintain a continuous marriage of 20 years or more.
The proposal suggests that families will receive a payment of 20,000 rubles for each year of marriage, starting from the 20-year mark. This would mean that a couple celebrating their 20th anniversary would receive 20,000 rubles, with the amount increasing for additional years of marriage. Nilov highlighted that the initiative aims to acknowledge and reward long-term marriages by standardizing cash payments according to the length of the marriage.
Despite the introduction of this proposal, the government has yet to approve it. According to RT, the delay is attributed to the need for further development and refinement of the payment scheme. The proposed plan is still under discussion, and specifics regarding the payment structure and eligibility criteria are yet to be finalized.
This move reflects Russia’s effort to acknowledge and incentivize long-term commitment in marriages. If implemented, the program could provide significant financial benefits to couples who have demonstrated enduring dedication to their marriage. The proposal is currently awaiting governmental approval, with ongoing discussions expected to determine the final details and rollout of the program.