German federal government announced several measures in May 2026 to address high fuel prices, improve rural hospital care, and accelerate hydrogen infrastructure. Starting 1 April, a fuel‑price transparency rule is in place; on 1 May, the energy tax will be lowered by up to 17 cents per litre for two months to relieve consumers and businesses. The hospital reform, implemented gradually since last year, has been adjusted to better suit rural conditions, expanding cooperation options among hospitals and allowing more time for reform steps. A new law aims to simplify and digitize the construction of hydrogen infrastructure, speeding up the rollout of green hydrogen and associated technologies to reduce CO₂ emissions in industry and transport. The energy‑tax change still requires publication in the Federal Gazette.
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