Putin noted the role of the legislature in addressing the key problems of the country

MOSCOW, 27 Jun – RIA Novosti. Russian President Vladimir Putin in congratulatory message to the day of Russian parliamentarism noted that the legislative authorities of the Russian Federation play a huge role in addressing the key problems facing the country, the telegram published on the Kremlin website.

Day of Russian parliamentarism is celebrated annually on 27 April. On this day in 1906, launched the first State Duma of Russia.

“I am happy to say that today the Federation Council, the State Duma, the legislative bodies of the regions of Russia play a huge role in addressing the key problems facing the country. Deputies of all levels taking the necessary demand laws in the field of education, environment and housing policy”, – stated in the message.

the President noted that in connection with the epidemic of the coronavirus is necessary to unite efforts of all branches of government for decision-making designed to ensure the health and welfare of the citizens, the stabilization of the economy and social sphere.

“one Hundred and fourteen years ago, on 27 April 1906 in the historic Tavrichesky Palace officially opened the State Duma. This is the first in our country, the national legislature has made a truly unique contribution to the development of Russian parliamentarism, has accumulated a wealth of experience in lawmaking and parliamentary practice”, – added in the message.