- CAVITE Representative Francisco Barzaga filed a bill to abolish the 12 percent value added tax, calling it regressive and unjust to all people regardless of their economic status
- Barzaga argues that unlike other taxes requiring certain wealth levels, VAT affects everyone including the poor, and believes radical change is needed to support Filipino people
- House Bill 5119 proposes replacing VAT revenue through increased excise taxes on luxury items like automobiles, alcohol, sweetened beverages, and gambling activities
- The bill also includes new taxes on digital transactions, e-commerce, streaming services, online advertisements, and enhanced wealth taxation for ultra-rich individuals
- Additional revenue sources include environmental taxes on plastic and carbon, improved property tax administration, and closing corporate tax loopholes to strengthen enforcement
Source: msn.com
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