Vienna, April 4, 2026 The Austrian Parliament is discussing the creation of its own personnel agency to manage visitor services more flexibly and cheaply, according to verified sources. The proposed agency would operate with a budget of 10 to 12 million euros and would outsource personnel and budget responsibilities. Currently, the Parliament employs over 100 temporary workers alongside its 500 permanent staff. National Council President Walter Rosenkranz emphasized the need for cost-saving measures, stating, "there should be no taboo on sensible savings measures in light of the government's budget cuts." However, the Financial Procurator's Office has criticized the plan, arguing that it could undermine the administration. Visitor numbers at the Austrian Parliament have peaked and are expected to decline in the future, prompting discussions about more efficient management. The proposal remains under debate, with no final decision yet announced. No further details were provided regarding the timeline or implementation of the potential agency.