ZDH President Advocates for Tax-Free Wage Components Over Relief Bonuses
Daily Monitor
April 26, 2026
ZDH President Advocates for Tax-Free Wage Components Over Relief Bonuses
Jörg Dittrich, President of the Central Association of German Crafts (ZDH), proposes tax-free income components as a fairer alternative to the recently approved relief bonuses.
Dittrich suggests that the government should exempt the first 1,000 euros of wages from taxes and contributions during May, June, or July, allowing employees to retain more net income. This proposal comes as the Bundestag has paved the way for tax-free relief bonuses of up to 1,000 euros, aimed at alleviating economic pressures exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in Iran. The Bundesrat’s approval is anticipated on May 8.
For journalistic integrity, this report was summarized from: handelsblatt.com
