Greens want to strengthen education and housing in the state budget - Hesse’s Greens propose €570M budget boost for education and housing
The Green Party in Hesse’s state parliament has unveiled plans for €570 million in extra funding across key sectors for the 2026 budget. Their proposals target education, housing, public transport, and climate protection, with specific measures to reallocate existing funds and introduce new revenue streams.
The party has also called for structural changes, including cuts to certain subsidies and government positions to finance their initiatives.
Under the Greens’ budget plan, the department of education would receive the largest share—an additional €116 million. The funds would go towards better training for early childhood educators and digital devices for students starting in grade seven. Universities, currently facing cuts, would also see extra financial support.
Housing is another priority, with €50 million earmarked for affordable projects this year. Over six years, the state-owned Nassauische Heimstätte would get a €300 million capital injection to expand its housing stock. The Greens propose scrapping the Hessengeld subsidy for first-time homebuyers to help fund these measures.
Public transport would benefit from a €30 million increase to add new routes and vehicles. The party also wants to redirect federal special funds toward school renovations and childcare expansion. Instead of child benefits, they advocate for more Kita (nursery) places.
To secure funding, the Greens suggest cutting state government positions and introducing a water levy for large-scale groundwater users. However, they have not yet detailed all revenue sources for their proposed investments.
The party’s broader goals include climate protection, though specific funding mechanisms for this area remain unclear in their current proposals.
The Greens’ budget plan outlines clear funding targets for the department of education, housing, and transport, with some measures relying on reallocated subsidies and government cuts. If approved, the proposals would reshape spending priorities in Hesse, though the full financial strategy still needs further clarification. The party’s focus remains on expanding public services while adjusting existing support schemes.
