Starting in 2025, families with an ISEE income of up to 40,000 euros will be able to benefit from an annual voucher of up to 1,500 euros per student, to be used exclusively at private schools. This initiative, contained in an amendment signed by Fratelli d’Italia MP Lorenzo Malagola, will have to be implemented through a decree of the Ministry of Education.
The Minister of Education, Giuseppe Valditara, affirmed the importance of guaranteeing the right to education, underlining how the government is committed to finding practical solutions to support families. This measure is part of a context of growing attention to the needs of Italian families, who often find themselves facing high school expenses.
In parallel, Lega and Fratelli d’Italia are proposing two amendments to the budget to strengthen pension funds. These proposals allow workers to transfer their severance pay (TFR) to supplementary pension funds. The time windows for making this choice range from April 1 to September 30, 2025 and from January 1, 2026, depending on the amendment. In the absence of a decision by the employee within six months, the employer will automatically transfer the TFR to pension funds.
Another proposal under discussion concerns the increase of minimum pensions in 2025. Forza Italia deputies have asked for an increase of 2.7%, compared to the 2.2% initially planned. This change could lead to an increase from 614 euros to 621 euros per month in 2025.
Carmelo Barbagallo, general secretary of UIL Pensionati, commented that this increase would represent a small breath of fresh air for pensioners. However, despite these proposals, union representatives express concern about the significant cuts envisaged by the stability law.
The measures proposed by the government could mark a significant shift in support for Italian families and pensioners. However, their implementation will require attention and ongoing monitoring to ensure that promises are kept and beneficiaries actually receive the support they need in difficult times. With growing economic pressure and inflation looming over households, it will be crucial to assess the real impact of these policies on the well-being of Italian citizens in the coming years.
New vouchers for families and pension reforms on the way Starting in 2025, families with an ISEE income of up to 40,000 euros will be able to benefit from an annual voucher of up to 1,500 euros for each student enrolled in a private school.
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