French Parliament Adopts Comprehensive Law on Mountain Regions
On July 21, 2026, the French Parliament definitively adopted a law dedicated to mountain regions, addressing their unique challenges such as slopes, landlocking, and isolation. The bill, co-signed by 122 deputies from various political backgrounds, was approved in the Senate with 325 votes in favor and 16 against. Key measures include adapting school maps to account for isolation and travel times, strengthening healthcare access through emergency air medical transport in remote areas, and relaxing urban planning rules. The law also addresses water management, including the creation of hillside reservoirs, which drew criticism from environmentalists. Minister Delegate for Rurality Michel Fournier hailed the law as an extension of the 1985 mountain law, emphasizing territorial differentiation. Environmentalist senators opposed the bill, arguing that provisions for artificial snow and reservoirs prioritize drinking water and snowmaking equally, hindering ecological transition. The law covers about 30% of France's national territory.
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