The ongoing debate surrounding the 'ius scholae' reform, which seeks to grant Italian citizenship to foreign minors after completing specific educational cycles, remains at a standstill.
Despite the potential for a political agreement between Forza Italia and opposition parties, the reform has not progressed beyond the commission stage.
Forza Italia, having previously introduced a proposal, is considering modifications that would grant citizenship after two educational cycles or upon completing compulsory education.
Meanwhile, six opposition proposals, all stalled in the current legislature, share a common foundation in the 'ius scholae' principle.
These proposals, however, differ in their specifics, with some also incorporating 'ius soli', which grants citizenship based on birth within the country's territory.
The complexity and diversity of these proposals, coupled with the lack of political will, have left the reform in a legislative impasse.
Notably, recent proposals have sought to bridge 'ius soli' and 'ius scholae', extending citizenship to those arriving for family reunification after age 12, provided they complete an educational cycle.
Additionally, a proposal from the Democratic Party suggests granting citizenship to individuals of significant sporting interest born in Italy to foreign parents.
Despite these efforts, the reform remains mired in political inertia, with over 20 related bills yet to be addressed.