A draft law proposes tax relief for certain drivers and easier vehicle deregistration
A group of deputies from the LDPR, led by Leonid Slutsky, introduced a bill that would lower transport taxes for privileged categories of citizens, regardless of how powerful the engine is. A report from Izvestia cites Slutsky’s press service for details about the proposal.
The new draft law promises that beneficiaries will retain the right to reduced taxation even if the car’s engine power is exceeded. In practice, the tax would be reduced by the exact horsepower that qualifies the beneficiary for the relief. In other words, a vehicle owner who qualifies for assistance would only pay tax on the portion of engine power beyond the benefit threshold.
Slutsky argues that this approach will give citizens the freedom to choose a vehicle that meets their needs without sacrificing tax advantages. The measure is presented as a way to align tax rules with real consumer preferences and practical mobility requirements.
Earlier, the State Duma took the first reading of the bill. According to the document, the owner of a car can request deregistration if the vehicle has been stolen and is officially wanted. The bill seeks to simplify deregistration procedures, making it possible to halt transport tax in such cases when the owner applies for deregistration due to theft.
Another key provision is the potential to delete a car’s registration immediately after sale, rather than waiting the current ten days. This change aims to streamline transfers and reduce administrative delays for vehicle owners.
A former deputy named Milonov has also shown support for reducing the no-parking zone at bus stops to five metres, signaling a broader effort to adjust traffic and parking rules in urban areas.
Overall, the proposed changes are framed as efforts to modernize vehicle taxation and registration processes. They seek to balance fiscal policy with the everyday needs of drivers, while also addressing practical issues related to theft and the sale of vehicles. The conversation around the bill continues as lawmakers weigh the potential effects on public revenue, law enforcement, and urban mobility.