Rehabilitate federal finances by increasing federal taxes. — Solution

Solution

Introduction of a (progressive) wealth tax for individuals at the federal level. This abolishes the pure taxation of income in the direct federal tax. Income tax could even be reduced for low and middle incomes.

Discussion

• Renato Pichler (2026-04-18): The introduction of a new tax has practically never led to the abolition of an old tax. It would therefore be more of an additional tax burden for everyone.