During the first reading, the amendments were supported by 62 deputies, 9 were against, and 5 refrained.

The Chairwoman of the EAPL faction in the Seimas Rita Tamašunienė stated, that the economic development of the country progresses, therefore there is a need to financially relieve inhabitants of the smallest income including people receiving the minimum wage (20% of the total working population in Lithuania), seniors (over 30% of the population), as well as other groups of residents which are in difficult financial situation.

Currently the VAT in Lithuania is 21%. If the Seimas adopts the amendments, then the food prices will drop by 16%. Such a reduction in prices will be a significant relief for the families in Lithuania.

The amendments will be discussed in the Seimas committees and then will be back on the plenary on 3rd May.