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Introduction of the new act without regulations on compensation would deprive many people of a chance for return of their property or compensation. These people (more often, unfortunately, their heirs) would be left with nothing after waiting for nearly 70 years for justice. This is totally unfair. If such a bill arose in the 1980s, it could be blamed on the communist system. But now, under the rule of law, 25 years after Poland regained independence, it is hard to believe that such a bill arose in the Sejm. The record of the sessions of the parliamentary committees dealing with this bill make an unusual impression. The record shows that deputies were aware of the unconstitutionality of a number of provisions (as clearly underlined by the parliamentary experts), but they still voted it through. Of course reprivatisation cases can result in distortions, and this should be addressed in some way, but the law must be just. If a reasonable proposal were offered, everyone would sign it with relief.
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