Moscow Region advances local self-government reform

In Russia’s Moscow region, local self-government stands as the backbone of daily life and public decision making. Governor Andrey Vorobyov spoke to the public during a forum on amendments to the draft law titled On the general principles of organizing local self-government within a unified system of public power, which is moving to a second reading in the State Duma. He framed the issue as a practical test of how residents interact with authorities, budgets, and local services. Vorobyov reminded listeners that a strong municipal base matters because it translates national policy into practical solutions for streets, schools, clinics, and community programs. The regional leadership argues that empowering municipalities while connecting them to state institutions creates a reliable channel for accountability and responsive governance, a point underscored by observers who track regional reform efforts for residents across municipalities.