According to RIA Novosti, the law is designed to ensure the entry into force of the law "On control over the activities of persons under foreign influence", which comes into force on December 1.

Changes to the relevant laws provide that foreign agents will not be able to enter the civil service, be organizers of public events, members of election commissions with the right to vote, as well as engage in enlightenment and education of minors.

The law approved by the Federation Council only makes corresponding changes to the relevant laws.