The election for the mayor of Moscow was scheduled for September 10, a detail reported by Agency Moscow. In line with standard parliamentary procedures, the plan for the ballot was reviewed and confirmed by the Moscow City Duma, aligning the city’s electoral calendar with the oversight and regulatory framework that governs municipal leadership selections. The announcement underscores the city’s intent to proceed with a transparent, orderly process that seeks broad participation from residents and institutions alike.
The corresponding draft was approved during a session of the Moscow Parliament, signaling consensus on the electoral timeline and the practical steps necessary to implement the vote. This approval marks a key step in translating the council’s strategic priorities into a concrete electoral plan, with attention to logistics, security, and accessibility for voters under the metropolitan jurisdiction.
In addition, the Moscow City Duma decided to observe a summer recess in its activities from July 13 to September 17. Deputy Speaker Stepan Orlov clarified that while formal sessions pause, deputies would continue to serve in their constituencies, maintaining a presence in local communities and staying connected to residents’ concerns. This approach keeps the legislative body responsive to local needs even as the chamber takes a scheduled break from plenary deliberations.
Orlov emphasized that during the recess MPs would remain engaged in constituency work, drafting and refining laws and resolutions, and preparing to resume discussions in the autumn session. The period is presented as a productive interval where lawmakers can gather input, conduct investigations, and collaborate with stakeholders to shape policy ahead of the next cycle of deliberations.
Earlier, the Moscow City Duma gave its consent to remote electronic voting for the September elections. According to Ella Pamfilova, head of the Central Election Commission, a total of 31 applications were submitted for the use of remote voting, with seven regions withdrawing their applications over time. This development reflects ongoing adjustments to election administration that aim to expand accessibility while maintaining rigorous standards for electoral integrity and voter trust. Citations: Agency Moscow; Central Election Commission statements from Pamfilova.”