Registry of Child Support Payers and Chipped Labels: Changes in Russia in May
Let's Talk About the Happenings in Russia Starting May 1, 2025!
Folks, the folks in Moscow have cooked up a whole bunch of changes coming into effect starting next year on May 1, 2025. Buckle up, because it's quite a ride! Let's break it down:
Cracking Down on Foreign Agents
Starting May 1, 2025, the definition for what constitutes a foreign agent will broaden. People who aid in the execution of international organization resolutions where Russia is not a part, those helping foreign government agencies against Russia's security, and those collecting military-technical data that can be used against Russia may be considered foreign agents.
Additionally, judges will be able to prosecute foreign agents under 20 different criminal charges without their presence in court, yes, you read that right. This means we might see some high-profile individuals being tried in absentia!
Recognizing War Veterans
Military personnel, law enforcement officers, and volunteers in paramilitary units who defended Russia from armed invasions will be granted veteran status starting May 1, 2025. According to government reports, this recognition will officially acknowledge their sacrifice and service to the nation.
Labeling Your Snacks
Got a craving for chips, nachos, or popcorn? From May 1, 2025, these tasty treats, along with cookies, crackers, and certain other ready-to-eat foods, will need to be clearly labeled. This is the first phase of mandatory labeling for packaged foods.
The second phase, starting July 1, 2025, will see condiments, spices, and other packaged foods getting the labeling treatment too. Producers and importers will need to include identifying marks on their products and report details on labeling and their market introduction to the "Honest Mark" system.
Battling Money Laundering
Starting May 30, 2025, Russians will only be able to send a maximum of 100,000 rubles in a single transaction without opening a bank account, as per the anti-money laundering regulations. This limit drops to 15,000 rubles for transactions without identification verification.
These measures aim to curb money laundering activities and protect individuals who have had their personal data compromised by scammers.
Child Support Delinquent Registry
From May 24, 2025, a public child support delinquent registry will be launched and maintained by the Federal Service for Bailiffs. This registry will contain the names, dates of birth, and unpaid child support amounts of those who have been convicted of child support non-payment or are in arrears for child support.
Protecting Personal Data
Starting May 30, 2025, fines for companies that leak personal data will be determined by company size, with fines reaching up to 15 million rubles for large companies. Companies will also face administrative penalties of up to 3% of their annual revenue for repeated data breaches. In addition, there will be administrative penalties for refusing to enter into or execute contracts, providing government services, or providing identification or biometric data.
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to May 1, 2025! Remember, this is just a heads up, so don't panic, but it's always good to be prepared and stay informed!
In the whirlwind of changes coming May 1, 2025, in Russia, a new policy-and-legislation section will tighten regulations on foreign agents, making their activities in areas such as international organization resolutions and military-technical data collection deemed questionable.
In a strong move, the section also includes the possibility of prosecuting foreign agents in absentia, making it an intriguing part of the general news and politics landscape.
From May 1, 2025, springing forth as a nod to war veterans, military personnel, law enforcement officers, and volunteers in paramilitary units will be recognized for their contribution to Russia's defense, giving a boost to section on general news.
In other significant news, a section on crime-and-justice is set to see sweeping changes in labeling policies, with packaged foods like chips, cookies, and certain ready-to-eat foods requiring clear labeling starting May 1, 2025, followed by the second phase, targeting condiments, spices, and other packaged foods on July 1, 2025.
Moreover, we're looking at a stronger and safer financial climate with implementing strict anti-money laundering regulations, limiting transactions to 100,000 rubles and 15,000 rubles without identification verification, set for May 30, 2025.
And, in a noteworthy move towards accountability, a public child support delinquent registry will be launching on May 24, 2025, adding transparency to non-payer records.
Lastly, prioritizing personal data protection, companies could face hefty fines of up to 15 million rubles for data breaches from May 30, 2025, a significant step to safeguard individual privacy and combat cyberscrime. Gear up for an action-packed 2025!
