The Saarland FDP state chairman Oliver Luksic (Member of the Bundestag) explains regarding the 3rd relief package of the traffic light government: “The coalition has consulted confidentially and focused, and presented an appropriate relief package. 65 billion euros in relief for citizens and businesses while adhering to the debt brake is a suitable framework. The inflation compensation law to prevent cold progression is intended to relieve the working middle class by 28 billion euros. In addition, we are abolishing the double taxation of pensions as of January 1, 2023. With the housing allowance reform, a new citizen’s allowance, and a one-time payment now also for retirees as well as students, there are targeted social measures.”
Energy prices are being stabilized by increased supply. In addition, the CO2 pricing will be suspended until 2024, the peak compensation for electricity extended by another year, and prices for basic electricity consumption reduced through a negative EEG surcharge. The state cannot compensate for all hardships, but the traffic light coalition has presented another fair and solid package. From a liberal perspective, this is a reasonable compromise.”
