The parliamentary bill on social pensions is being fast-tracked to deliver relief for people with disabilities and their caregivers. The proposal aims to move through the next Sejm session, with Deputy Marshal Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska announcing the plan in a social media post on Twitter on behalf of the Civic Coalition.
From the podium in the Sejm, Kidawa-Błońska emphasized that citizens facing ongoing hardship should not feel overlooked by the state. She argued that those who have battled obstacles from childhood should not have to fight for every basic service or benefit and urged swift action to address their needs.
During a press conference, a spokesperson for the Civic Coalition echoed the call, urging the PiS government to promptly implement the proposed increase to social pensions. The message underscored a perceived gap between warm assurances about disability support and concrete policy progress, urging immediate measures to support disabled citizens.
Ivana Hartwich added that the social pension for individuals who grow into adulthood should align with the minimum wage, ensuring fair compensation that reflects the costs of living and the dedication of those who rely on such support.
Marzena Okła-Drewnowicz highlighted the idea that the transition from childhood to adulthood should come with stable financial protections, noting that pension entitlements must reflect a standard comparable to the minimum wage to secure dignity and independence for recipients.
The discussion referenced the presence and actions of opposition lawmakers during eight years in parliament, suggesting a retrospective evaluation of what was achieved for people with disabilities and their carers during that period. The debate touched on how past administrations addressed or failed to address the community’s needs and what can be learned from those years to shape current policy responses.
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