Lower Governor of the has officially rejected proposals for the automatic granting of Austrian citizenship based on birth. This stance directly opposes the Ein Pass der passt initiative, which seeks birthright status.
The initiative, supported by President , suggests children born in Austria should become citizens if parents have lived there legally for years. Mikl-Leitner instead demands stricter integration and mandatory German proficiency.
While now allows faster naturalization and dual citizenship, Mikl-Leitner insists on a clear commitment to Austrian traditions. She maintains that citizenship must remain the final step of integration, requiring a firm pledge to the Republic.