Government opposes rent reduction for self-employed workers

Government rejects income reduction for self-employed due to lack of tax compensation. Bill would require qualified majority after possible veto.

Published on

16/10/2024
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What does it allege and what does its rejection imply for the initiative?

The Costa Rican Government opposes the proposal to reduce income tax for self-employed workers, arguing that it does not include compensatory measures to cover the loss of tax revenues, estimated at ¢7,000 million per year. Although the proposal was approved in the first debate, it is being evaluated by the Constitutional Chamber. If approved, the Executive plans to veto it, which would force the Legislative Assembly to gather a qualified majority to pass it into law. The fiscal term and the legislative recesses complicate its processing.

Opposition to Tax Reform

Government arguments

  • Lack of fiscal compensation
  • Impact: ¢7,000 million per year
  • Possible presidential veto

Project Status

  • Approved first debate
  • Under constitutional review
  • Tight legislative deadlines

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