Axel Kicillof, the governor of Buenos Aires, along with five other governors affiliated with the Kirchnerist movement, have issued a formal statement urging members of the Chamber of Deputies to vote against a proposed labor reform bill that is being promoted by the national government. This statement comes just hours before a debate on the amended labor reform bill is set to begin in Congress. The governors stress their strong opposition to this initiative, arguing it undermines federal principles and fails to address the necessary updates that labor legislation requires in the face of changing labor conditions.

The statement was signed by Kicillof and his counterparts from Tierra del Fuego, Formosa, Santiago del Estero, La Rioja, and La Pampa. They collectively expressed concerns over the implications of the national government's reform agenda, which they believe disregards regional needs and the rights of workers in their provinces. While acknowledging the importance of modernizing labor regulations to keep pace with current realities, these governors assert that the proposed reforms are not in alignment with the interests of workers.

The resistance from Kicillof and the other governors highlights a significant political rift within Argentina, particularly regarding labor rights and federalism. Their call to action serves as a rallying point for other political factions opposed to the government's reform agenda, demonstrating that debates over labor rights are central to the country’s political landscape. As the discussion unfolds in Congress, the outcome may have lasting impacts on worker protections and the relationship between federal and provincial authorities in Argentina.