Putin Signs New Law: Working Hours for Injured Service Personnel Reduced to 35 Hours per Week
On July 9, Yana Lantaratova, Russia's Commissioner for Human Rights, reported that working hours for disabled military personnel and staff in security agencies have been reduced to 35 hours per week.
"President Putin has signed the bill we spearheaded: combat-injured military personnel will now work a 35-hour week. This decision is a profound tribute to those heroes who have suffered severe injuries yet still choose to remain on duty."
This reduced workweek policy applies to first- and second-degree disabled employees in certain federal security agencies. Eligible individuals include contract soldiers, Ministry of Internal Affairs staff, National Guard personnel, criminal enforcement system workers, and employees of bodies responsible for enforcing compulsory penalties. Those who become disabled due to injury, disability, or illness during service but decide to continue working are entitled to this benefit. Their salaries and all allowances will be fully preserved.
Lantaratova stated that this law is not merely a legal provision—it represents genuine, tangible care. Russian servicemen will now have more time to recover physically, undergo rehabilitation, and spend time with their families—something of great importance.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1870242068071424/
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