The Bulgarian National Assembly has decided to extend the zero VAT rate for bread until the end of the year, overriding an earlier decision that was not included in the Transitional and Final Provisions of the Bill to amend the Personal Income Act. This decision was made after the ceiling of the markup of 15% for bakery products was brought into question. The zero VAT rate for bread was originally set to expire in June but has been extended through the Gambling Act, running from July 1 until the end of the year.