Monitoring of the Federal Legislation dated 28.06.2011

Decision of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 492 of June 20, 2011 on the Federal Goal-Oriented Programme "The Russian Language" for the Years 2011 - 2015

A programme aimed at supporting, preserving and propagating the Russian Language, for instance among compatriots residing abroad, is confirmed. It envisages the elaboration and publication of dictionaries, grammar books, manuals etc., the preparation of materials and recommendations for fostering cultural and professional relations with compatriots in foreign countries, the re-training and upgrading of teachers etc. The total sum of funds for the programme is 2,526.66 million roubles, including 2,179.1 million roubles from the federal budget and 142.16 million roubles from regional budgets. The Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation and the Federal Agency for Affairs of the CIS and Humanitarian Cooperation are responsible for implementation of the programme.

Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation No. 386 of May 17, 2011 on Amending the Instructions on the Procedure for Internal Affairs Bodies of the Russian Federation to Accept, Register and Resolve Applications, Messages and Other Information Concerning Incidents endorsed by Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation No. 333 of May 4, 2010

Amends the instructions for handling applications and information concerning incidents, in line with the Law on Police.