The Italian Parliament’s Budget Committee continues to discuss the 2025 budget, aiming for a final vote by Wednesday. Key issues include reforms for tolls, health screenings, and special education funding, alongside proposals to increase wages for ministers. The government responds to opposition pressure by retracting a toll increase amendment. Significant allocations are proposed for transportation projects, mental health funding in schools, and health care improvements, particularly for cancer screening. Stabilization efforts for precarious workers in research are also included, highlighting ongoing labor concerns.