Good day, readers! This is your daily report on the proceedings of the Congress of the Commonwealth of Both Nations, better known as the Polish-Lithuanian Union. Let’s dive into the political discussions that have shaken our parliament recently, specifically the debate over a proposed tax on leather coming from livestock slaughtered for personal use.

The Speaker of the House, Mr. Stanisław Małachowski, raised the question as to whether all citizens, without exception, should be taxed for the leather of slaughtered animals, or whether the tax should only apply to butchers and exclude personal consumption. Sparks flew as representatives from across the Union voiced their objections and support.

Mr. Antoni Rożnowski from Gniezno, a promoter of the proposal, clarified that the tax aimed to enhance national treasury without breaching any trade agreements. He even suggested excluding the first four hides in each farmstead, giving farmers some leeway to use those hides domestically.

Mr. Wincenty Józefowicz from Orszy strongly opposed the tax, stating that it would infringe upon noble privileges and cause distress amongst citizenry. He noted the potential for abuse by tax collectors and excessive government oversight in private property.

Mr. Michał Walewski from the Senate voiced concerns about the privileges of Warsaw and their potential impact on the leather tax, highlighting that the details of those privileges should be carefully examined.

The local congress from Latvia chimed in with a statement regarding a misunderstanding about the nature of the tax. They underlined the need for treasury revenue for national defense while protecting individual freedoms and domestic tranquility.

In response to concerns about trade and craftsmanship, Mr. Stanisław Gorski from Żmudź argued that citizens should contribute to national defense through the tax. He dismissed fears of trade disruption, emphasizing that the tax would be fair and necessary for the nation's security.

Mr. Sokolnicki from Kalisz proposed that hides from livestock slaughtered for personal use should be exempted, and that only those slaughtered for profit should be taxed. He outlined a management plan to prevent the concealment of hides that could lead to treasury loss.

Differences of opinion continued to emerge. Some argued the tax would harm the poor and those living in rural areas more than the wealthy urban citizens. Others advocated for its necessity to secure funds for the country's military.

Ultimately, the Speaker of the House called for a suspension of the session due to the heated disagreements and reduced attendance.

This intense debate leaves us with a key question about taxation and representation: who should bear the financial burden for the common good? As discussions resume tomorrow, we'll keep you updated on how this debate unfolds.

Remember to stay informed, folks! Politics affect us all, and it’s our civic duty to keep abreast of the happenings in our government. See you tomorrow for another report!

Topics: Sejm Resolutions; Debate on Slaughter Tax; Urban Rights and Privileges of Warsaw; Tax Manipulation; Meat Export Issue; Cattle and Hide Trading; Kahal and Jewish Krupka; Freedom of Thought and Printing; Project on Bovine and Cow Hides; Tax Services Revisions; Right to Export Hides Abroad; Revenue from Customs Duties; Agriculture and Butchery Industry;