Austria Approves 2027-2028 Double Budget Plan
The OVP/SPO/Neos coalition passes a two-year budget and austerity package to meet EU deficit targets before the 2029 national election.
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Austria Approves 2027-2028 Double Budget Plan · Prosecutors Seek to Investigate FPÖ's Kickl · Greens File Motion Against Health Insurance Fees
Prosecutors Seek to Investigate FPÖ's Kickl
The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office requests to lift Herbert Kickl's immunity over alleged hate speech during a May Day rally in Linz.
Greens File Motion Against Health Insurance Fees
The Green Party urges the Austrian National Council to reject proposed cost-sharing measures and protect private doctor reimbursements.
FPÖ to File No-Confidence Motion Against Government
The FPÖ will introduce a no-confidence motion in the National Council, citing high inflation, rising rents, and internal coalition disputes.
Austrian National Council to Pass New Laws
Lawmakers meet to debate inmate transfers, organ trade bans, and new photovoltaic regulations during this week's plenary sessions.
National Council to Debate New Fuel Price Brake
The National Council meets Monday to discuss a fuel tax cut and margin limits aimed at providing over 12 cents of relief per liter.
Juliane Bogner-Strauss Resigns as OVP Women Chair
Former minister Juliane Bogner-Strauss steps down as OVP Women leader to focus on scientific research while keeping her council mandate.
FPÖ Criticizes New Aktivpension Legislation
The FPÖ labels the Aktivpension package poorly crafted and plans amendments to address tax exemptions and early retirement regulations.
Coalition Agrees on Civilian Service Extension
The government plans to extend civilian service to eleven months by 2027, introducing three flexible models and new training standards.