What’s coming up in the Swiss parliament’s 2024 winter session

When parliament reconvenes for the winter session, Switzerland's role in the world will be under scrutiny. Fierce budget battles lie ahead. And migration is on the agenda – for centrist parties, as well as those on the right. The Swiss parliament’s winter session runs from December 2 to 19. Let's start with the topics that will directly affect the Swiss Abroad. Issues on the table for Swiss Abroad Electronic identification: The House of Representatives already voted in favour of the E-ID in spring. In September, the Senate also adopted the corresponding law. There are still some minor differences regarding data protection and security issues to be resolved in the winter session. The government wants to introduce electronic ID in 2026. “Electronic identification will make life easier for the Swiss Abroad,” says Ariane Rustichelli, director of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad. Family reunification: Another item on the agenda is a matter we have already reported on several times ...