Polish President Karol Nawrocki used his veto power on Thursday, signing eleven bills and vetoing two, including amendments to traffic law, banks tax, electoral code, and family foundation tax.
President Nawrocki on Veto Power
Nawrocki explained that he will invoke the veto only when it protects citizens’ interests, ensures legal transparency, and upholds state stability, saying the public entrusted him with the power in elections.
He welcomed the president’s offer to review draft laws early, arguing it would speed the legislative process, reduce unnecessary vetoes, and serve citizens.
Signed Amendments to Traffic Law and Bank Taxation
On Thursday Nawrocki signed eleven laws and vetoed two. He highlighted that among the approved bills, the amendment to the traffic law and the law raising taxes on banks hold special significance.
He stated that he does not oppose government or parliamentary projects if they improve citizens’ lives, provided they require challenging decisions.
Veto of Electoral Code Amendment
Nawrocki vetoed the amendment to the electoral code that would have liberalized postal voting in 2025.
He argued that while broadening citizen participation is legitimate, the unregistered overseas shipment of ballot packages creates serious risk by depending on the quality of foreign postal services.
Veto on Family Foundation Tax Reform
He vetoed the amendment to the law on taxation of family foundations.
Nawrocki claimed the change violates the original three‑year stability guarantee that was in place when families established foundations, breaches public trust, and reflects the dire condition of Poland’s public foundations.
