Final approval of the Flows decree: the Senate passed the measure to convert it into law with 99 votes in favor, 65 against, and one abstention, thereby confirming the government's confidence. The legislation, already adopted by the Chamber of Deputies, establishes new criteria for foreign workers' entry and stay in Italy, with a focus on seasonal workers, caretakers, and domestic helpers. Among the most significant changes, the list of safe countries of origin will be determined by legislation rather than ministerial decree. Furthermore, the jurisdiction over appeals against refoulements will shift from the immigration sections to the courts of appeal. The decree also includes the secrecy of procurement for border control equipment and tighter restrictions on family reunifications, signaling a shift in Italian migration policy.
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