RN Deputy Ximena Ossandón has announced her intention to demand that the national reconstruction mega-reform be split into separate bills to prevent the project from stalling in Congress. The lawmaker plans to present this position directly to President José Antonio Kast during the upcoming summit in Cerro Castillo.
Speaking onLa Tercera’sprogramDesde la Redacción, the Deputy Chamber Vice President argued that dividing the legislative package is essential to ensure core provisions are approved. According to Ossandón, a single, massive bill risks getting bogged down in ideological debates over the tax burden.
“We are going to persist until the end, because I am convinced that if we isolate certain issues, the core of the package will move much faster,” the lawmaker stated.
The risks of a 'mixed bag' strategy
The lawmaker criticized the project's current structure, which bundles various issues into a single initiative. She argued that separating the laws would allow less controversial matters to progress more quickly, preventing the opposition from blocking the government's plan by focusing on corporate taxes.
“We would have liked to separate, to parcel it out, specifically so we could move forward with the easier items, because we are clearly going to get bogged down,” Ossandón noted. The deputy warned that the opposition is focused on debating the reduction of the corporate tax, which could paralyze the rest of the reform.
Regarding the relationship with the ruling coalition, the RN representative dismissed claims of “friendly fire” within her own party. The deputy emphasized that while they are allies of the government following their support in the second round, internal criticism is part of the caucus's role.
“Friends tell each other the truth,” she argued to justify her concerns. However, she also warned about the need for a solid communication strategy to prevent the erosion of public trust.
Finally, Ossandón expressed concern regarding the property tax component of the reform. The lawmaker noted that the current municipal revenue system must be fair, and that those with the ability to pay must meet their obligations to sustain local funds.
