Young Union Rottal-Inn with fresh momentum in the 2026 district council election!

Young Union Rottal-Inn with fresh momentum in the 2026 district council election!

In an exciting step towards the future reshaping of the political landscape in the Rottal-Inn district, the Junge Union Rottal-Inn has announced that it will run its own list in the 2026 district council elections. At the recent district general meeting in the Wirtsbauer inn in Langeneck, an impressive 60 applicants were nominated. JU district chairman Hannes Steiger emphasizes the goal of closing the “representation gap” between the district council and younger voters, which is of great importance these days. The JU members present unanimously accepted the list of suggestions, a clear sign of the cohesion within the party.

The list also includes replacement candidates such as Thomas Hanusa, Andreas Bernhard and Christoph Armann. Steiger also presented the development of the candidates who worked in so-called “workrooms” on various topics. The demand for a “50-50 taxi” as a supplementary measure to local public transport, half of which is to be financed by the district, received particular attention. This could be a great relief for many locals and will be followed with excitement.

Integration and sustainability in focus

Another crucial point in the Junge Union’s agenda is the integration of younger migrants. The aim is to enable better integration into society through professional integration classes and individual language support. At the same time, Steiger calls for the expansion of energy storage and sustainable projects, such as the creation of wildflower meadows on county roads, in order to contribute to the region's ecological stability.

JU honorary member Karl Altmann praised the first JU list and wished the candidates much success. District chairman Michael Fuchs, who is leading the election, spoke of the challenges that come with organizing your own district council list, but also noted the positive enthusiasm in the party. In order to be admitted to the district council election, 400 supporting signatures from eligible voters are required, which represents an additional hurdle.

The 60 candidates come from different communities in the district, which underlines the diversity of the list. It will be exciting to see how the Junge Union will position itself in the coming election campaign with its fresh perspective and clear goals. Ultimately, it is crucial for the political future of the district that the younger generations also have their voices heard.

While the JU Rottal-Inn is coming up with new ideas, the election campaign is already in full swing. It remains to be seen whether these approaches will be successful and what changes they can actually bring about. One thing is certain: there is something going on, and voters will be watching with interest to see who can provide the right impetus for the future.