Poland’s Sejm approved the 2026 national budget, with 233 votes in favor and 197 opposed, totaling a 271.7 billion‑PLN deficit; former prime minister Donald Tusk praised the plan.
Budget Vote and Figures
233 members voted for the 2026 budget, 197 opposed, and none abstained. A total of 430 MPs participated. The plan forecasts 647.2 billion PLN in revenues and 918.9 billion PLN in expenditures, resulting in a 271.7 billion PLN deficit.
Donald Tusk’s Reaction
Former prime minister Donald Tusk called the budget “good” and praised the stable coalition and security, posting his comments on X.
Finance Minister Domański’s Statements
Finance Minister Andrzej Domański declared that the budget ends inflation and stagnation of 2023, and positions Poland for long‑term competitiveness and resilience against external threats.
Next Steps
The budget will be forwarded to the Senate. If amended, it returns to the Sejm; if unchanged, it goes to the President’s desk.
