Berufsrechts-Änderungsgesetz 2026 – BRÄG 2026

This is an Austrian government bill (Regierungsvorlage) called the Berufsrechts-Änderungsgesetz 2026, or BRÄG 2026. It proposes changes to the rules that govern the legal professions in Austria, including the professional conduct and regulatory framework for lawyers (Rechtsanwälte) and notaries (Notare). Based on the metadata alone, the bill falls under the subject areas of internal affairs and law, and it is currently before the Austrian National Council (Nationalrat). The full text would be needed to confirm the specific changes. The bill mainly affects practising lawyers and notaries in Austria, as well as the clients who rely on their services. Those who work in or regularly interact with these professions may see changes to their obligations once the bill is adopted. The exact scope cannot be determined from metadata alone.