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The German parliament, Bundestag, votes on Bafög reform.

The Bundestag is set to hold a vote on Thursday (with session starting at 09:00) regarding the Bafög reform. The change proposes a 5% raise in standard education grant rates, in addition to enhancing housing cost allowances and parental allowances. Moreover, students stand to receive a one-time...

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Students in a lecture hall

The German parliament, Bundestag, votes on Bafög reform.

Last week, the coalition decided to increase regulations following criticisms in the draft bill. The bill also introduces simplifications for beneficiaries, like allowing them to change their field of study and the application process. In addition to the Bafög law, the Bundestag is set to discuss postal law modernization on Thursday. This specifically focuses on enhancing protections for postal service employees.

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The Bundestag's vote on the Bafög reform aims to address the coalition's recent decision to strengthen regulations in response to criticisms. This revision, which includes simplifications for students in terms of changing their field of study and application process, is expected to improve educational support.

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