The State Duma proposed introducing a 13th pension for Russians.

The State Duma proposed introducing a 13th pension for Russians.

      Members of A Just Russia — For Truth say that such a measure would be a fair form of support for elderly citizens, especially amid rising prices, Izvestia reported. The initiative has been discussed in parliament for more than a year, and representatives from various factions have joined it; however, so far the majority of deputies have refrained from supporting the bill.

      Earlier, the State Duma also considered an initiative to raise pensions for certain categories of citizens — those who ended their employment in August, people with Group I disabilities, and pensioners over 80.

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The State Duma proposed introducing a 13th pension for Russians.

According to the initiators, the additional payment should be made at the end of the year so that pensioners can spend it on New Year's gifts for their loved ones and on the holiday table.