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- HE 58/2026 vpPassed with amendments
Official mail in private digital mailboxes
Citizens will be able to receive electronic notifications and messages from public authorities not only in the Suomi.fi service but also in private digital mail services of their choice. This makes it possible to gather official mail and messages from private companies in the same application if desired.
25 Jun 2026 · 11 votes100 jaa74 ei - HE 157/2025 vpPassed with amendments
Moving tax mail primarily to MyTax
Decisions and other tax documents from the Finnish Tax Administration will primarily be delivered electronically to MyTax without separate consent. Paper mail will no longer be sent automatically to individuals and companies that use MyTax or Suomi.fi Messages.
20 Mar 2026 · 1 vote77 jaa53 ei - HE 122/2025 vpPassed with amendments
Consolidating state customer service points
In-person customer services of state authorities will be consolidated into shared customer service points across Finland. At the service points, people will be able to handle matters with several authorities under one roof in person or via a remote connection, as well as receive digital support.
11 Dec 2025 · passed without a vote - HE 17/2026 vpPassed with amendments
Introducing digital identity cards and wallets
Finland will introduce a phone-based digital identity card and a European digital identity wallet application. The reform will make it possible to prove identity, manage digital permits and certificates, and provide official electronic signatures using a mobile device.
25 Jun 2026 · passed without a vote - HE 199/2026 vpIn progress
Automating the assessment of care needs
The assessment of the need for care in primary health care can be carried out digitally using automation or artificial intelligence. Patients will still always retain the option of dealing with a human by telephone or at an appointment.
29 Sep 2026 · no votes yet - HE 9/2026 vpPassed with amendments
Streamlining data protection rules and information flow
The right of authorities and entities performing public functions to process personal data is clarified, and the electronic transfer of data is streamlined. At the same time, the right of insurance companies to process health and criminal record data when an insurance policy is applied for is specified, and the assessment of data protection certification bodies is transferred to the FINAS accreditation service.
6 May 2026 · passed without a vote - HE 78/2026 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming VAT for the digital age
The centralised VAT return and payment system would be extended to cross-border consumer sales of electricity, gas, and network heating and cooling. At the same time, the tax liability of e-commerce platforms and distance sales rules for small enterprises would be clarified.
17 Jun 2026 · passed without a vote - HE 124/2025 vpPassed with amendments
Making official correspondence primarily electronic
Decisions and notifications from public authorities will primarily be sent electronically to Suomi.fi Messages to everyone who uses official online services. However, anyone wishing to continue receiving paper mail will be able to do so by requesting it separately.
19 Mar 2026 · 3 votes83 jaa76 ei - HE 133/2025 vpPassed with amendments
Digital education and career planning service
A new national digital service, Osaamispolku, will be established in Finland to support citizens in their education and career choices and in developing their competence. The service will bring together education and labour market data and offer AI-based suggestions according to the user's interests and skills.
19 Dec 2025 · passed without a vote - HE 106/2026 vpIn progress
Allowing AI in public advisory services
Public authorities will be able to utilise artificial intelligence in their digital services when responding to customer enquiries. However, customers will always retain the right to also receive advice from a human.
25 Sep 2026 · no votes yet - HE 117/2024 vpPassed
Steering digital financial management
The Finnish Patent and Registration Office will steer and coordinate the development of businesses' digital financial management. The objective is to speed up the electronic flow of invoices, receipts and other financial information between businesses and public authorities.
18 Nov 2024 · passed without a vote - HE 152/2026 vpIn progress
Electronic voting register for church elections
An electronic voting register will replace paper voting lists in parish elections and vicar elections. The change will speed up the conduct of elections, reduce errors and make advance voting smoother.
10 Sep 2026 · no votes yet - HE 79/2024 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming State Treasury duties and powers
The State Treasury will receive broader rights to obtain the information needed for processing compensation cases and its other duties directly from various authorities. In addition, maintenance of the Hilma notification system for public procurement will be transferred from the Ministry of Finance to the State Treasury.
25 Oct 2024 · passed without a vote - HE 81/2024 vpPassed
Taking foreign business prohibitions into account
Business prohibitions imposed or business offences committed in another EEA country can in future be taken into account in Finland when considering a business prohibition against a person. Authorities will also begin exchanging information on valid business prohibitions with other EU and EEA countries.
18 Oct 2024 · passed without a vote - HE 139/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming building permits and climate requirements
A new Building Act will be enacted in Finland, merging building permits and action permits into a single building permit and exempting small outbuildings from permit requirements. At the same time, new low-carbon requirements will be set for construction and the permit system will become digital.
24 Mar 2023 · 1 vote102 jaa76 ei - HE 43/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming copyright in the digital environment
The reform updates copyright rules for the digital age and clarifies responsibilities related to sharing online content. It strengthens the position of creators in creative industries and facilitates the use of protected material in education, research and cultural institutions.
1 Mar 2023 · 1 voteOnly vote · 1. lakiehdotus 25 h §, mietintö / Sofia Vikman
93 jaa63 ei - HE 200/2022 vpPassed
Simplifying association administration and accounting
Financial management and administration in small associations will be eased and streamlined. The smallest associations will be permitted to keep simpler accounts than under the Accounting Act, and electronic procedures can be used more flexibly in association decision-making.
17 Jan 2023 · passed without a vote - HE 88/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Centralising government grants into one repository
Applications, administration and public information concerning discretionary government grants will be brought together into shared online services and a repository for the entire central government administration. Citizens and organisations will be able to apply for and browse discretionary government grants awarded by different authorities at the same web addresses.
7 Dec 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 49/2024 vpPassed
Earlier effective date for tax cards
Tax cards for a new tax year will take effect immediately on 1 January, and their income limits will be calculated for the entire calendar year. The previous year's tax rate will no longer be applied automatically in January.
25 Jun 2024 · passed without a vote - HE 11/2022 vpPassed
Introducing a digital seal on visas
A digital seal preventing counterfeiting will be introduced on visas issued by Finland. The act defines the responsibilities of authorities for the technical production of the seal and the security features of visas.
19 Apr 2022 · passed without a vote