Starting September 1, 2022, a clear list of documents Russian schools must provide became public. On August 27, the State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin announced that teachers would be relieved from much of the remaining paperwork, freeing them to focus more on direct student engagement.
Volodin underscored that teachers would gain more time for classroom interaction. The announcement appeared on a Telegram channel outlining laws taking effect in the Russian Federation from September onward.
From September, smartphones and other devices categorized as certain technically complex goods will be required to ship with the official Russian app store preloaded. The measure was prepared as part of efforts to counteract sanctions effects. Officials noted that foreign platforms previously restricted Russian users from downloading certain apps.
Additionally, from September onward, a consumer may not be deprived of services simply for not providing personal information when such data is not legally required.
Biometric processing of data from minors under 18 is prohibited, and operators must report any personal data breaches to the relevant authorities within one day of discovery. Beginning in September, internet advertising of a contextual, targeted, or media nature must be clearly labeled as advertising. Market participants will also be required to transfer data related to their advertising campaigns, including audience metrics, to a centralized accounting system. The State Duma spokesman noted that foreigners operating online in Russia who fail to provide the required information may face coercive measures.
From September 1, apartment owners will be able to choose a management company only if more than half of the landlords vote in favor. Previously, the deal could proceed with 25 percent of owners plus one vote. Volodin stressed that the revision aimed to prevent conflicts among residents.
Additionally, the share of an owner’s flat in square meters cannot be less than 6 square meters, according to the new rule. Observers cited this as part of a broader effort to curb micro-stocks, fraudulent transactions, and the influence of unscrupulous real estate agents, as reported by RBC.
Under the law that takes effect in September, if one spouse conducts a second sale of their joint property on unfavorable terms, it may be possible to change the share of ownership in court without the other spouse’s consent.