(de-news.net) – The Bundestag has approved an energy package involving several legislative amendments. These changes include extended support for combined heat and power (CHP) plants, adjustments to wind energy expansion, and initiatives to better equip the power grid for the rapid growth of solar installations….

(de-news.net) – The Influx Limitation Act has failed in the Bundestag in its second reading on Friday, with 338 votes in favor, 350 against, and five abstentions. The SPD and Greens had warned against aligning with the AfD. The debate was heated, as the Union’s…

(de-news.net) – Bundestag president Bärbel Bas (SPD) has implored CDU’s Friedrich Merz to reassess his position on asylum policy, particularly in light of the forthcoming Bundestag vote where the Union may or may not secure a majority with AfD’s assistance. She recognized the pressure on…

(de-news.net) – The German Bundestag is set to pass new legislation on maternity protection for miscarriages this week, with cross-party support from SPD, Greens, and CDU/CSU. The law aims to close a protection gap for women who suffer miscarriages before the 24th week of pregnancy,…

(de-news.net) – The Bundestag has endorsed a five-point proposal by the CDU/CSU aimed at tightening migration policies, which includes increased rejections of asylum seekers at the German borders as well as the detention of foreigners who are enforceably required to leave the country. The proposal…

(de-news.net) – The Bundestag is set to vote on proposals from the Union faction aimed at tightening migration policies and enhancing internal security. Prior to this, Chancellor Scholz is expected to deliver a government statement. The proposals from CDU and CSU include the general rejection…

(de-news.net) – Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) has cautioned CDU leader Friedrich Merz against unilateral national actions in migration policy, emphasizing adherence to the constitution, laws, and EU treaties. Scholz highlighted that neighboring countries criticized Merz’s proposals for permanent border controls. He advocated for a unified…

(de-news.net) – The Hessian Minister-President, Boris Rhein, advocates for a nationwide “integration obligation” modeled after Hesse’s approach. He emphasized that individuals wishing to reside permanently in Germany must speak the language fluently enough to participate in societal life. Additionally, newcomers must acknowledge and respect values…

(de-news.net) – Before the vote on migration policy proposals, Union Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz has urged SPD and Greens to support the legislation, claiming broad public backing. Despite criticism of the AfD within the debate on the proposals, AfD leaders expressed support. The BSW, led…

(de-news.net) – The SPD has announced the intention to introduce their own proposals on migration policy in the parliament, following the CDU/CSU’s suggestions for changes in asylum and residence law. These proposals include accelerating asylum procedures and establishing agreements with countries of origin. Additionally, the…

(de-news.net) – The federal and state interior ministers have decided to change their approach to dealing with mentally ill violent offenders, focusing on improved data exchange. This decision followed a special conference convened after the Aschaffenburg knife attack, which resulted in two deaths. Federal Interior…

(de-news.net) – The CDU/CSU faction in the Bundestag has decided on Monday afternoon to place a bill to “limit the illegal influx of third-country nationals to Germany” on the parliamentary agenda for Friday. Initial considerations to introduce a bill on border rejections this week will…