The government is divided over the proposed reduction of the Rai fee by 20 euros.
Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani and President of Forza Italia senators, Maurizio Gasparri, both oppose the amendment, arguing that it would require reallocating a significant amount of money from the budget that could be better used for tax cuts. Gasparri also criticized the opposition for their reactions to the government's decisions.
Opposition leader Giuseppe Conte criticized the government for its perceived disunity and called for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to clarify the status of the majority.
The League party expressed disappointment over the rejection of the Rai fee cut and emphasized their commitment to tax reduction.
The recent votes in the Senate Budget Committee have revealed divisions within the ruling coalition, particularly between Forza Italia and the League. Prime Minister Meloni downplayed the disagreements, but the ongoing tensions could have implications for the government's legislative agenda.
The government has also approved amendments related to healthcare payback and contributions to political parties.
The effectiveness of the government's fiscal policies will be closely scrutinized as concerns about the cost of living and public services continue to rise.