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Silesian as regional language – new rights and funding

The bill grants Silesian official status as a regional language alongside Kashubian. This enables Silesian language education in schools, state funding for its development, and representation in the Joint Government and Minorities Commission. Changes take effect from 2026.
Key points
Silesian becomes the second official regional language in Poland, alongside Kashubian.
From the 2026/2027 school year, Silesian can be taught in schools with new textbooks and curricula.
The Silesian community gains two representatives in the Joint Government and National and Ethnic Minorities Commission.
The state will allocate approximately PLN 2 million for teaching preparation in 2025, then about PLN 150,000 annually for textbooks.
Local governments may use bilingual geographical and official naming.
Radio and TV broadcasters may obtain licenses for Silesian-language programs with preferential conditions.
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VOTING RESULTS
2026-01-09
For 244
Against 196
Abstain 2
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Additional Information
Poselski projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy o mniejszościach narodowych i etnicznych oraz o języku regionalnym oraz niektórych innych ustaw.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1346
Process start date: 2025-06-10
Voting date: 2026-01-09
Voting no: 26
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Silesian as regional language – new rights and funding

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1346.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Silesian becomes the second official regional language in Poland, alongside Kashubian.
  • From the 2026/2027 school year, Silesian can be taught in schools with new textbooks and curricula.
  • The Silesian community gains two representatives in the Joint Government and National and Ethnic Minorities Commission.
  • The state will allocate approximately PLN 2 million for teaching preparation in 2025, then about PLN 150,000 annually for textbooks.
  • Local governments may use bilingual geographical and official naming.
  • Radio and TV broadcasters may obtain licenses for Silesian-language programs with preferential conditions.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Vetoed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Wniosek Prezydenta (weto)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-09-07.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 1346

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