tax policy
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tax policy
The entirety of all government measures relating to the collection and structuring of taxes. It determines who pays how much tax and thereby pursues economic and social goals.
Die neue Regierung kündigte eine Reform der Steuerpolitik an, um Familien zu entlasten.
The new government announced a reform of tax policy in order to relieve families.
The word is composed of 'die Steuer' (tax) and 'die Politik' (policy/politics). The 'n' between them is a linking element that connects the two words. So it describes policy that deals with taxes.
Die Steuerpolitik ist ein zentrales Thema im Wahlkampf.
Tax policy is a central topic in the election campaign.
Common verbs used in connection with 'Steuerpolitik' (tax policy) are 'gestalten' (to shape), 'ändern' (to change), or 'verfolgen' (to pursue). Typical adjectives are 'gerecht' (fair), 'sozial' (social/socially minded), or 'restriktiv' (restrictive).
Die Opposition fordert eine gerechtere Steuerpolitik.
The opposition is calling for a fairer tax policy.
'Steuerpolitik' (tax policy) is a technical term from politics and economics. It is used mainly in the news, specialist texts, and formal discussions.
In den Nachrichten wurde über die Auswirkungen der aktuellen Steuerpolitik berichtet.
The news reported on the effects of the current tax policy.
tax law
Both words concern the design and collection of taxes. Das Steuerrecht comprises the binding laws and regulations, while Steuerpolitik refers to the political goals and decisions concerning them. When discussing the rules currently in force, Steuerrecht is the appropriate term; for planned changes, Steuerpolitik is generally more suitable.
Die neue Steuerpolitik soll Familien finanziell stärker entlasten.
The new tax policy is intended to provide families with greater financial relief.
Das Steuerrecht legt fest, welche Fristen für die Steuererklärung gelten.
Tax law specifies the deadlines that apply to tax returns.
