The scandalous draft law No. 14005, which allows debt collection even through the seizure of the only home, has received the support of 250 MPs today. The votes came not only from the Servant of the People party, but also from other factions, which caused a wave of outrage among Ukrainians. The fate of the law now depends on the President's signature.
Scandalous voting: how the votes were distributed
Draft law No. 14005, which has failed to pass parliament three times, was finally passed today with the minimum required number of votes. It was voted in favour by 185 MPs from the Servant of the People party, 9 from Petro Poroshenko's faction, 15 from the Dovira group, 10 from the Voice faction and 10 from Dmytro Razumkov's group. Not a single deputy from Batkivshchyna supported the law. In total, there were 250 votes in favour.
What does Law No. 14005 provide for: the main risks for Ukrainians
The document introduces strict mechanisms debt collectionEven with minimal debts, without a court decision, accounts may be blocked, property seized, and the only home seized. Experts warn that this could endanger thousands of families with even minor debts.
The future of the law: the decision is up to the president
After a high-profile vote, the final decision rests with the President of Ukraine. It is up to him to sign the law or veto it. The public is already calling on the head of state to take into account the public outcry and prevent massive housing foreclosures.
Reaction of the public and experts
Social media has exploded with discussions, and human rights activists are demanding a review of the law's provisions. According to analysts, the adoption of this document could have a significant impact on economic the situation in the country and trigger a new wave of protests.
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