# Talks Begin on 'Sozialhilfe NEU' Reform Plan

September 30, 2026 at 11:58 AM

> Social Minister Korinna Schumann meets with coalition partners to negotiate nationwide minimum rates and child benefit scaling by 2027.

On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a closed-door political meeting was held to discuss the '**Sozialhilfe NEU**' reform. The [Ministry of Social Affairs](<https://austriareport.com/entity/ministry-of-social-affairs-health-care-and-consumer-protection-q1006368>) described the talks as constructive, though specific details were not released and state officials were absent.

Social Minister [Korinna Schumann](<https://austriareport.com/entity/korinna-schumann-q54553858>)'s draft proposes nationwide minimum rates for children and fixed adult benefits. Key negotiation points include child payment scaling and an integration phase for able-bodied recipients receiving reduced basic benefits.

A legislative agreement is required by December 2026 for a January 1, 2027 launch. While the plan includes disability allowance increases, coalition partners [ÖVP](<https://austriareport.com/entity/austrian-people-s-party-q186867>) and [NEOS](<https://austriareport.com/entity/neos-austria-q13564543>) have rejected proposed tax changes intended to fund a higher child supplement.


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