The European Commission has proposed an increase to Romania’s social health insurance contribution (CASS) levied on pensions as a potential solution to fund the country’s new salary law. This suggestion, communicated via email to the Ministry of Labor late last week, aims to ensure the financial sustainability of the upcoming legislation. Sources at Libertatea report the proposal came amidst ongoing debate surrounding the salary law's implementation. The CASS increase would effectively shift some of the financial burden onto pensioners to support higher salaries for public sector employees. This move is considered a surprising measure, particularly benefitting the Justice sector. The Romanian authorities are now considering the Commission’s recommendation. Details of the proposal remain limited as discussions are ongoing.