Talks Begin on 'Sozialhilfe NEU' Reform Plan · Austria Proposes Uniform Social Assistance Rates · SPÖ Finalizes Draft for Social Assistance Reform
- Social Minister Korinna Schumann meets with coalition partners to negotiate nationwide minimum rates and child benefit scaling by 2027.
- Social Minister Korinna Schumann's plan introduces uniform adult rates, integration grants, and minimum child benefits starting in 2027.
- Minister Korinna Schumann confirms a 2027 reform plan to unify state regulations, combat child poverty, and improve labor integration.
- Social Minister Korinna Schumann extends the housing safety net through 2029 after supporting over 42,000 people with rent assistance.