Baden-Württemberg Unveils €136 Billion Budget for 2025-2026
The budget focuses on education, economic development, security, climate action, and municipal support.
- Education receives a significant boost with €30 billion allocated, emphasizing teacher salaries and early childhood language programs.
- Economic development is prioritized with €500 million earmarked for innovation centers like Cyber Valley and a new AI hub.
- The budget strengthens internal security by creating 650 police jobs and enhancing the fight against economic crime.
- Climate action targets CO2 reduction through investments in public building renovations and sustainable heating solutions.
- Financial support for municipalities includes funds for expanding all-day school programs and hospital support, totaling €1.1 billion for broadband expansion.