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Arbeiterwohlfahrt criticizes German income tax reform plans
The Arbeiterwohlfahrt (AWO) has criticized a proposed income tax reform draft presented by Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, alleging it increases inequality between high-income and middle-to-low-income families.
AWO President Michael Groß stated that the plan disproportionately favors wealthy households. According to AWO calculations, the monthly financial advantage for high-income families with children is projected to grow from 127 euros to 151 euros by 2028. Over the first 18 years of a child's life, this cumulative advantage is estimated to rise from approximately 5,000 euros to over 32,000 euros.
The organization further noted that while wealthy families receive greater relief, the 25-euro 'Kindersofortzuschlag' for low-income households will be abolished, and child benefits (Kindergeld) will only increase by a total of 13 euros. The AWO is calling for these funds to be redirected toward poverty reduction and a more equitable social state.
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- [● 4 SOURCES] A 2024 study commissioned by the AWO found that high-income families receive 3.5 billion euros more in tax allowances than families relying solely on child benefits. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] By 2028, the monthly advantage for high-income households with children compared to normal-earning families is projected to rise from 127 to 151 euros. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] Child benefit (Kindergeld) is set to increase by only 13 euros in two stages. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] The 25 euro 'Kindersofortzuschlag' for low-income households will be canceled under the new plan. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] The AWO claims the income tax reform draft increases inequality between high-income and middle-income families. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 4 SOURCES] The cumulative advantage for high-income families over the first 18 years of a child's life is projected to increase from over 5,000 to over 32,000 euros. radioosnabrueck.de · www.nachrichten-heute.net · www.ad-hoc-news.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de