Chilean Lower House approves core of Kast administration's National Reconstruction initiative
The Chilean Chamber of Deputies passed the central components of President José Antonio Kast's National Reconstruction reform, though specific provisions face uncertainty due to legislative disputes with the PDG party. The government now faces potential vetoes or joint committee negotiations to finalize the remaining elements of the flagship legislative package.
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Chilean Congress Approves Core 'Mega-Reform' Amidst Legislative Disputes
The Chilean Congress has approved the core components of President Kast's 'Mega-reform' package, marking a significant legislative victory. However, specific provisions, including property tax exemptions for citizens over 65 and municipal tax compensation mechanisms, have been referred to mixed committees due to legislative disputes, primarily with the PDG caucus. The government also faces a Constitutional Court challenge to the reconstruction bill's tax invariability clauses.