# Poland Clean Air program subsidy protections

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/poland-clean-air-program-subsidy-protections
> Updated: 2026-10-14T06:04:19.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

The Polish Sejm passed legislation to protect beneficiaries of the ‘Clean Air’ (Czyste Powietrze) program from financial repercussions caused by contractor fraud. The bill addresses issues such as forgery and misinformation that emerged after pre-financing options were introduced in July 2022.

Under the new provisions, debt repayment can be suspended during criminal proceedings involving crimes committed against a beneficiary. If a contractor is found legally responsible for a crime that prevents a beneficiary from fulfilling their subsidy agreement, the beneficiary’s liability to repay funds may be waived. The law also allows for debts to be written off, deferred, or paid in installments for individuals in difficult life situations.

Furthermore, provincial funds for environmental protection and water management will be granted the authority to pursue fund recovery directly from unreliable contractors. The bill has moved to the Senate awaiting final presidential approval.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-14: Poland passes law to protect Clean Air program beneficiaries

Poland's Sejm passed a law protecting 'Clean Air' program beneficiaries from repaying subsidies lost due to contractor fraud, allowing for debt suspension and waivers.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/poland-passes-law-to-protect-clean-air-program-beneficiaries

### 2026-10-09: Polish Sejm passes social security subsidies for artists

The Polish Sejm passed a law to provide social and health insurance subsidies for approximately 21,000 artists with low or irregular incomes, a program expected to cost 375 million PLN by 2027.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/polish-sejm-passes-social-security-subsidies-for-artists

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