The traffic light coalition in Germany is standing firm on its plan to bring the reform of the Building Energy Act (GEG) to a final vote in the Bundestag on Friday. The coalition argues that it is crucial to make a decision on the GEG now, as further delays could harm the entire parliamentary process.
German Traffic Light Coalition: GEG Reform Vote
The Union faction has criticized the coalition’s decision, arguing that it has not given MPs enough time to scrutinize the GEG. However, the coalition says that MPs have had ample time to review the bill, and that the Union faction has not submitted any specific proposals for changes.
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The Bundestag had originally scheduled the final vote on the GEG before the summer break, but it was postponed to September 8th in accordance with the Federal Constitutional Court’s requirements.
The GEG reform is a key part of the traffic light coalition’s climate action agenda. The bill aims to make Germany’s buildings more energy efficient, which would help to reduce the country’s reliance on fossil fuels.
The final vote on the GEG is expected to be close, with the Union faction likely to vote against the bill. However, the traffic light coalition is confident that it has the votes to pass the reform.
Source: Handelsblatt