Legally non-binding code for signature collections

The code of conduct is available in draft form, as the Federal Chancellery announced on Thursday in response to an inquiry from the Keystone-SDA news agency. The collection companies are to commit to self-regulation. The draft is open for consultation until September 5. The Federal Chancellery will then provide information on how to proceed.

Since November 2024, the cantons and municipalities have been forwarding irregularities in a nationwide reporting system. According to the Federal Chancellery, this is having an effect: there are still dubious collections, but at a "much lower level" compared to 2024.

The Federal Chancellery will then take a closer look at all signatures. It checks all sheets and signature lines individually. It also checks the invalid signatures for forgeries.