“Drain the Islamist Swamps”: Lower Austria Passes Tough Anti-Islamist Legislation
2nd May 2025
The parliament of the state of Lower Austria has approved a set of new measures aimed at tackling radical Islam and handing out stricter penalties for families deemed “unwilling to integrate.”
Parents of kindergarten children who are unwilling to comply with certain obligations, such as attending parent-teacher meetings, could face a fine of up to €2,500 or up to six weeks in prison.
The new measures also introduce a burqa ban for state employees, and prohibit public sector workers from attending “radical mosques” or being involved in the activities of radical Islamic associations.