Switzerland passes law requiring #OpenSource software in the public sector. "All public bodies must disclose the source code of software developed by or for them, unless precluded by third-party rights or security concerns" Well done @maemst, great work!

https://joinup.ec.europa.eu/collection/open-source-observatory-osor/news/new-open-source-law-switzerland

New Open Source law in Switzerland

Switzerland has enacted the "Federal Law on the Use of Electronic Means for the Fulfilment of Governmental Tasks" (EMBAG), establishing a mandatory requirement for open source software within public sector bodies.

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@webmink @maemst wait, when did this happen? Was it not passed last year?
@alexander_schoch @webmink Yes, the law was passed in 2023, but it was enforced on 1 January 2024.
@maemst @webmink Damn, that's really cool. I've been advocating for "public money, public code" at https://thealternative.ch for years now, and I didn't hear about this **for a full year**.
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