Franco Parisi, leader of the People's Party (PDG), has expressed resistance to supporting the Reconstruction Law presented by José Antonio Kast's administration unless the proposal includes direct relief for the middle class.
The economist questioned the structure of the so-called 'omnibus bill,' which includes approximately 42 different measures. According to Parisi, the current design of the plan prioritizes the business sector over the welfare of households.
“People are struggling (...) and this omnibus proposal does nothing to help the middle class's finances,” the leader stated in an interview with Radio Pauta.
Proposals for economic relief
Parisi laid out clear conditions for potential legislative support. His demands include VAT refunds on medications and the removal of taxes on essential goods.
The former presidential candidate also proposed adjustments to the higher education system. He criticized the removal of free tuition for students over 30 and suggested shortening the duration of university degrees to generate fiscal savings.
“There is your savings,” the PDG leader noted, referring to the management of public resources.
The leader warned that the bill should not be presented as an omnibus law, but rather broken down into smaller pieces to facilitate debate in Congress. Furthermore, he reminded that the party's deputies maintain autonomy from the party leadership.
The political landscape for the Kast administration is looking complex. Parisi noted that there is "significant frustration" even within the ruling coalition regarding the economic decisions made during this first month in office.
As a gesture of empathy, the economist suggested a potential reduction in government salaries. The reconstruction bill now faces an open negotiation process, given the lack of formal talks between the Executive branch and the PDG leadership.
