“All speculation about this is a provocation ... The State Duma has never considered, is not considering and does not plan to consider any initiatives related to the introduction of a tax on pets,” RIA Novosti quotes him as saying.
According to him, such a mechanism would be harmful and counterproductive in the country.
Earlier, Burmatov admitted that the State Duma could adopt a bill banning the trade in animals through bird markets and pet stores before the end of the year.