National Senator Patricia Bullrich announced on Sunday night that the Government is considering changes to Article 44 of the labor reform related to sick leave. This move comes in response to criticisms of the salary cuts proposed for workers who take sick leave, particularly aiming to solve the backlash faced during the reform process. Bullrich expressed that the proposed amendments would specifically target severe and degenerative illnesses that are verifiable to ensure that affected workers can retain their full salary during their absence due to health reasons.

Moreover, during her dialogue with TN, Bullrich emphasized the existence of a "mafia of fake certificates" that complicates the situation surrounding sick leave regulations. By focusing on illnesses that are not only serious but also subject to verification, the Government seeks to strike a balance that prevents abuse of the sick leave system while still supporting workers genuinely in need of time off due to serious health issues. This statement aligns with the broader narrative of reform aimed at modernizing the labor laws in Argentina but raises concerns over the implementation and potential bureaucratic challenges involved.

The proposed changes, if implemented, could significantly impact how sick leave is perceived and utilized in Argentine workplaces. It highlights a critical intersection between labor rights and the need for accountability within the system. The discourse around this legislative amendment underlines the ongoing tension between providing necessary health protections for workers and curbing exploitation of the sick leave framework, a crucial concern for the government's reform agenda.