What the government wants to regulate by 2026

What the government wants to regulate by 2026 - What the government wants to regulate by 2026

Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania’s state government is set to introduce 81 new laws and major regulations by 2026. Despite earlier promises to reduce bureaucracy, the number of state laws has actually risen by nearly 8% since 2021. Officials insist the changes will streamline governance and address key policy areas.

The legislative push is led by the rot-red coalition of SPD and The Left, with the state cabinet overseeing the process. The Interior Ministry, headed by Christian Pegel, is drafting 21 of the new measures, including the Fire Protection and Assistance Act. Other ministries, such as Justice and Economy, are also contributing—Justice is preparing three laws and one regulation, while Economy is handling the final ten items, from the Tourism Act to the Minimum Working Conditions Ordinance.

Between January and October 2025, 11 new laws came into force, but only two were scrapped. Administrative guidelines have been cut from 960 to 754, yet the overall volume of legislation continues to grow. The upcoming regulations cover education, tourism, the environment, and public administration, with input from parliamentary working groups and civil service offices. Critics note the contrast between the government’s pledge to reduce red tape and the expanding legal framework. The state’s legislative agenda remains ambitious, with drafts still under review and coordination across multiple policy areas.

The 81 planned laws and regulations will reshape governance in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania by 2026. While administrative guidelines have been trimmed, the total number of state laws has climbed. The government’s focus now shifts to implementing the measures while balancing efficiency with regulatory demands.