Upper Austria: New regulations to support commuters decided!

Upper Austria: New regulations to support commuters decided!

Oberösterreich, Österreich - The state of Upper Austria has modernized the distance commuting allowance in order to better support its commuters in the future. After a decision in the state government, announced by Governor Thomas Stelzer, the income limit for the claim of 28,000 euros so far to 35,000 euros annually. In addition, this limit is now indexed, which enables continuous adaptation to the cost of living, such as Oe24.at

A new "Upper Austria sustainability bonus" promotes the use of environmentally friendly vehicles. Those who drive electrically receive a 30 percent higher aid, while hybrid drivers benefit with 15 percent. As usual, the regular allowance remains between 218 and 421 euros per year. In order to facilitate the application, the period for applications for March 1 to February 28 of the following year was extended, and the online application position is simplified. According to Stelzer, these measures are an important step to recognize the performance of the commuters and promote environmental friendliness, as well as Land-oberoesterreich.At determined.