Documents and Laws in Parliament

Scope: Sections 18–112; pages 1–12.

The document contains a written inquiry from Representative Eva Šrámková and the Minister of Transportation’s response regarding the Czech Republic’s approach to evaluating the Tesla FSD Supervised system. The MP criticizes possible discrepancies in the data regarding the number of vehicles involved and calls for a more active and transparent approach by the state in assessing advanced driver-assistance systems. In his response, the minister states that the Czech Republic will not yet adopt the Dutch provisional approval due to the ongoing European debate, unclear technical and safety issues, and a lack of independent data. The main implication is confirmation of the ministry’s cautious approach, with no set deadline for the potential recognition of the system in the Czech Republic.

Scope: Part One–Part Two; § 20; pages 1–6.

The proposal amends the functioning of the national park board in the approval of key conservation and management documents. A representative of the Fire and Rescue Service of the Czech Republic is now required to join the board, and separate voting is introduced, meaning that a proposal must secure a majority among both the delegated representatives and the appointed members. In the event of repeated disagreement, the decision-making authority is transferred to the Ministry of the Environment following prior deliberation by the government, which changes the current procedure. Documents that have already been approved may be reconsidered within two years under specified conditions; the amendment takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Scope: Section 112; pages 1–8.

The document contains a written parliamentary question from a female member of parliament regarding the reorganization of the Department for Social Inclusion at the Ministry of Regional Development and the minister’s response. The member of parliament warns that merging the department’s responsibilities with those of the housing department and eliminating managerial or regional positions could weaken expert support for municipalities and jeopardize EU-funded projects, in part due to potential financial penalties. The minister, on the other hand, states that this is not a dissolution of the institution but an internal reorganization of approximately 5.7% of positions, during which the department’s responsibilities, support for municipalities, and projects will continue unchanged. She justifies the change by citing the findings of the Supreme Audit Office (NKÚ) and efforts to eliminate duplication, with the expected savings resulting from the reduction of 7 positions.

Scope: Section 112; pages 1–8.

This is a written interpellation regarding the proposed Platform Work Act and the response from the Minister of Finance. The representative warns that the proposed change to the definition of dependent work could effectively facilitate the circumvention of labor law, expand the “Švarc system,” and cause significant shortfalls in tax and insurance contributions, as well as future pressure on the pension system. The Minister, on the other hand, states that the proposal is still in the comment period, its final impacts cannot yet be assessed, and the Ministry of Finance has already raised fundamental objections to it. The response also mentions the need to address the trend toward flexible forms of work, including through pension savings reform and consideration of a hybrid regime between self-employment and salaried employment.

Scope: Sections 18–124; pages 1–14.

The bill amends the Sickness Insurance Act so that economically active recipients of a third-degree disability pension are no longer limited to receiving sickness benefits for only 70 days. Under the new provisions, sickness benefits are to be paid to them starting on the 15th day of incapacity for work or quarantine for the standard benefit period, but no longer than until the end of their employment or insurance coverage. The other changes are primarily technical adjustments to references, and a transitional provision stipulates that existing claims will be assessed according to the current rules. The proposed effective date is January 1, 2027, and the explanatory memorandum anticipates an increase in sickness insurance system expenditures of approximately 40 to 60 million CZK per year.

Scope: Section 112; pages 1–8.

The document contains a written interpellation regarding the future of funding for small schools and schools with few students, along with the Minister of Education’s response. The representative points out that the special preferential treatment for municipalities with schools having up to 500 children and students applies only for the year 2026, meaning that starting in 2027, small schools could lose this support even before the impacts of the new funding arrangement have been assessed. The minister responds that the time limit stems directly from the law and that a change is possible only if the legislature changes its mind; the current government intends to assess the next steps based on data, effectiveness, sustainability, and the quality of education. At the same time, the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports emphasizes that its primary role is to fund education and school services, not the broader social functions of schools in municipalities.

Scope: § 16–§ 112; pages 1–8.

This concerns a written interpellation and the minister’s response regarding support for the so-called “deferral amendment” in education, specifically regarding the limitation of deferrals of school enrollment and the smooth transition of children from preschool to elementary school. The minister states that methodological support, training, and informational materials for parents and schools are already in place, and that in 2026 and during the 2026–2027 school year, the amendment’s impact will be evaluated through questionnaires, the Czech School Inspectorate, and external research. Preparatory classes remain a significant open question: a member of parliament proposes reconsidering their elimination, while the ministry refers to a future assessment of their role. The document itself does not amend the law but addresses the practical implementation and impacts of the amendment that has already been adopted.

Scope: Sections 110–112; pages 1–10.

This concerns a written interpellation regarding the reform of the construction administration in Chamber of Deputies Document No. 67 and the response from the Minister of Finance. The representative criticizes the fact that this fundamental change to public administration is being discussed without a current regulatory impact assessment (RIA) and without a transparently published analysis of the financial impacts, while pointing out the potentially high operational, personnel, archiving, and digitization costs for both the state and municipalities. The minister, on the other hand, emphasizes primarily the expected acceleration and streamlining of the building permit process and the broader economic benefits. However, she does not specify the total costs and notes that they will be finalized only once the final version of the approved legislation is in place and subsequently reflected in the state budget.

Scope: Part One–Part Seven; § 1–§ 363; pages 1–19.

The bill amends the rules for retirement savings to better integrate supplemental pension savings and long-term investment products, particularly for tax purposes and for the transfer of funds between them. It introduces higher state subsidies for people under 30 during the first year of saving, lowers the fee limit for some pension funds, and strengthens the disclosure obligations of pension companies. Under the new provisions, an employee who meets the conditions will have the right to request a contribution of at least 500 CZK per month from their employer for retirement savings; the law also addresses the overlap with other mandatory contributions. The bill is proposed to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Scope: Section 112; pages 1–10.

The document contains a written interpellation by a member of parliament addressed to the prime minister regarding a proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Code and suspicions that it may be intended to weaken the powers of appellate courts in connection with the Čapí hnízdo case. The MP raises concerns about a conflict of interest and asks for clarification as to whether the changes might benefit the Prime Minister, whose prosecution was suspended due to parliamentary immunity. The government’s response asserts that the amendment is a professionally prepared reform based on proposals from the judiciary and the legal profession, intended to restore the legal status quo prior to the controversial ruling by the Constitutional Court and to prevent further violations of rights and costs to the state. At the same time, the prime minister denies having any personal influence on the drafting of the amendment and points to the responsibility of the Ministry of Justice.

Scope: § 21–§ 21a; pages 1–24.

The bill amends the rules for highway toll stickers by eliminating the automatic annual adjustment based on inflation and the length of the highway network and instead directly sets the rates in the law starting in 2027. It maintains the current fee levels, including discounted rates for certain low-emission and natural gas vehicles, and eliminates the Ministry of Transportation’s obligation to announce the rates annually via a notice. The main impact is greater predictability and a “freeze” on the price of highway toll stickers for drivers and business owners. At the same time, lower revenue growth is expected for the State Transport Infrastructure Fund, which may limit funding for transport infrastructure.

Scope: Part One–Part Two; § 1; pages 1–10.

The bill amends the rules governing retail opening hours so that sales in larger stores are prohibited on all national holidays and, newly, on other specified holidays as well. Compared to the current regulations, the ban is extended in particular to Good Friday, May 1, July 5 and 6, and November 17; the rules for December 24 from 12:00 p.m. to midnight, as well as the existing exceptions, remain in effect. The goal is to establish a simpler and clearer rule for consumers, business owners, and employees, and to strengthen the tradition of collective time off on holidays. The proposed effective date is January 1, 2027.

Scope: Part One; Sections 13–38l; pages 1–28.

The bill amends the Income Tax Act by eliminating the tax credit for a spouse and, in its place, increasing the tax credit for a child under 3 years of age. The benefit is to be increased by 1,000 CZK per month, and by 4,000 CZK per month if at least one of the taxpayers providing care holds a ZTP/P card. This is accompanied by amendments to related sections concerning the documentation of eligibility and data processing; the current rules are to apply to periods beginning before the amendment takes effect. The amendment is proposed to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Scope: § 112–§ 63; pages 1–10.

This concerns a written parliamentary question and the minister’s response regarding the prosecution of illegal employment, disguised agency employment, and the liability of end employers in connection with the death of a 15-year-old Ukrainian boy at the company HASIT. The minister states that this specific case was not investigated under the KOBRA 26 regime, but the labor inspectorate did find illegal employment as well as serious violations of workplace safety; the matter is proceeding through administrative proceedings. The Mykulas agency faces a fine of up to 10 million CZK, and HASIT faces a fine of up to 2 million CZK; the law now also allows for the revocation of agencies’ licenses for illegal employment. The response also confirms ongoing inspections of high-risk sectors, the introduction of stricter measures effective July 1, 2026, and that the ministry has no information regarding reimbursement for the emergency services’ response or any potential compensation for the family.

Scope: Section 112; pages 1–10.

This is a written interpellation by MP Marian Jurečka addressed to the Prime Minister, calling for the establishment of specific and measurable government goals for the years 2026–2029 and their regular evaluation. The interpellation focuses primarily on the economy, public finances, housing, education, defense, demographics, and standard of living, including a request for target values and budgetary impacts. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš’s response does not provide these detailed targets and tables and rejects the request, stating that the government will present the results to the public in accordance with its policy statement. The document thus highlights a dispute over the level of transparency and specificity in the government’s assessment.

Scope: pages 1–14.

The document seeks the Chamber of Deputies’ approval to ratify the amendments to Annexes I and II of the Bonn Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, adopted in March 2026 in Brazil. The amendments consist mainly of the new inclusion of 40 taxa among protected species and taxonomic and nomenclatural adjustments to the lists. The government states that both the Czech and EU legal frameworks already cover these obligations, so no amendments to Czech laws are necessary, nor are any impacts on the budget, public administration, or businesses expected. Since the amendments were scheduled to take effect on June 27, 2026, the Czech Republic initially entered a reservation for procedural reasons, which it is to withdraw upon ratification.