The Thurgau voters approved the federal resolution on the 2023 expansion step for the national roads, the change in the law of obligations (tenancy law: subletting), the change in the law of obligations (tenancy law: termination for personal use) and the change in the Federal Law on Health Insurance (KVG) (uniform financing of the services) accepted.
39,298 Thurgau voters approved the federal resolution on the 2023 expansion step for the national roads with a yes vote of 52.17 percent. 36,026 people voted no. The voter turnout was 42.49 percent.
The two federal proposals regarding tenancy law were also adopted. To change the law of obligations (tenancy law: subletting), 41,646 voters put a yes vote in the ballot box (56.20 percent). 32,455 people voted no. The voter turnout was 42.21 percent. The change to the law of obligations (tenancy law: termination for personal use) was approved with 40,073 yes votes or a vote share of 54.06 percent. 34,051 people rejected the proposal. The voter turnout was 42.20 percent.
The amendment to the Federal Health Insurance Act (KVG) (Uniform Financing of Services) was most clearly accepted. 44,683 people entitled to vote said yes with a vote share of 60.47 percent, 29,215 voted no. The voter turnout was 42.25 percent.
**What were the specific results of the Thurgau vote regarding the two tenancy law amendments, and by what margin were they approved?**
## World Today News: Thurgau Vote Analysis
**Host:** Welcome to World Today News, where we delve into the latest political and social developments shaping our world. Today, we’re analyzing the recent voting results in the canton of Thurgau, Switzerland. Joining us are two esteemed guests: Dr. Martin Schmidt, a political scientist specializing in Swiss politics, and Ms. Lena Weber, a legal expert focusing on tenancy law. Welcome to both of you!
**(Guests acknowledge welcome)
**Host:** Let’s begin with the infrastructure development. Thurgau voters approved the federal resolution for the 2023 expansion of national roads. Dr. Schmidt, what factors might have influenced this positive response, and what potential implications does this decision hold for Thurgau?
**Dr. Schmidt:**
**(Dr. Schmidt provides insight into potential influencing factors such as economic growth, traffic congestion issues, job creation, or political alignment. He could also discuss the potential implications for infrastructure development, local businesses, environmental impact, and future planning.)**
**Host:** That’s a valuable perspective. Ms. Weber, shifting gears to the two tenancy law amendments, the changes regarding subletting and termination for personal use were both approved. What are the key takeaways from these results, and how might they impact landlords and tenants in Thurgau?
**Ms. Weber:**
**(Ms. Weber explains the specifics of the subletting and termination amendments. She discusses the potential implications for both landlords and tenants, including increased flexibility for subletting, clearer guidelines for termination, potential legal challenges, and the overall balance between tenant rights and landlord interests.)**
**Host:**
Those are significant changes. Dr. Schmidt, let’s look at the broader picture. How might these voting results reflect the current political climate in Thurgau and Switzerland as a whole? Do they indicate any particular trends or shifting priorities?
**Dr. Schmidt:**
**(Dr. Schmidt analyzes the results in the context of the current political climate in Thurgau and Switzerland. He could discuss potential party alignments, voter demographics, prevailing social issues, and the broader direction of Swiss policy.)**
**Host:** the amendment to the Federal Health Insurance Act (KVG) pertaining to uniform financing of services saw the highest approval rate.
Ms. Weber, could you elaborate on what this amendment entails and its potential impact on healthcare access and affordability in Thurgau?
**Ms. Weber:**
**(Ms. Weber explains the nature of the KVG amendment and its intended goals. She discusses the potential impact on healthcare financing, costs for insured individuals, access to services, and the overall sustainability of the Swiss healthcare system.)**
**Host:**
Thank you both for sharing your insightful analysis. These voting results in Thurgau certainly provide a glimpse into the evolving priorities and concerns of Swiss citizens.
**(Host concludes the interview, summarizing key points and thanking guests.)**
