In his message to the Federal Assembly, Russian President Vladimir Putin called for the introduction of a differentiated taxation system, as well as reducing the tax burden on families. This means that the tax burden on high-income citizens increases. Political commentator Andrei Perla said that for Russia this was almost a revolution, because for many years the flat tax scale was the main element of Russian fiscal policy. Tsargrad.tv.
The expert believes that the flat tax rate is “dead” since the President spoke in favor of progressive taxation.
“I think it’s interesting that absolutely no one expected this. Although the next draft of such a law was being discussed in the State Duma, no one believed it. But there is nothing to do now, they will accept it and implement it,” Perla is sure.
Putin noted that he created a new structure in state revenues with his statement. This is especially true for regions where the budget consists largely of personal income tax.
Another important message in the president’s speech was his call for two-thirds of the regions’ debts to be erased from budget loans. This measure will save regions approximately 200 billion rubles per year from 2025 to 2028. As Perla stated, this decision will remove the “budget bottleneck” on those left behind and allow them to equalize their living standards with richer regions.
Let us remind you that Putin said in his speech to the Federal Assembly: ordered to think Approaches to modernizing the financial system. Room statedlarge families will be able to save 1,300 rubles. per month due to tax deduction.
Formerly in the State Duma It was recommended to cancel transport tax.