The National Council makes new laws. Schools get 2 new subjects in 2027. The first subject is Media and Democracy. The second subject is Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. Pupils have less Latin lessons now. Other foreign language lessons get shorter too. The total time at school stays the same.
Disposable e-cigarettes are forbidden at the end of the year. The law protects young people. Throwing cigarette butts on playgrounds costs money. The fine is up to 2,000 Euro. People check nicotine products very strictly. This rule also applies to drinks with much caffeine.
Doctors in training save time. The basic training is shorter now. It lasts 6 instead of 9 months. Ethnic groups in Austria have more rights. They are now protected by law. This includes Croats and Roma. There are also new rules for consumer protection. Companies must not build devices that break too quickly.
