The Argentine government will resume debate in Congress on a new disability law, focusing on invalidity pensions and mandatory re-registration. The bill replaces one approved by the opposition last year and draws rejection from organizations for eliminating the benefits nomenclature and deregulating health insurance negotiations. It does not address existing debts to providers.
The officialism seeks to replace the 2025 disability initiative approved by the opposition with a new bill mandating re-registration for all beneficiaries, including those with severe disabilities. Journalist Mariana Mei stated that the government claims an 'exponential growth they call fraud' to justify the measure, which includes automatic suspension for non-compliance.
The project eliminates the nomenclature of benefits and deregulates negotiations with health insurances, prompting rejection from organizations. 'They do not talk about paying any type of debt,' Mei highlighted, referring to overdue payments for services provided to disability-linked providers.
This initiative is part of the officialists' effort to 'retake the political pulse of Congress,' amid legislative tensions also involving mental health reforms and university funding. Although no sessions are confirmed this week, legislative movement is intense, according to analysts.
