Health contributions again under constitutional scrutiny

The presidential veto of the recent health contributions bill sparked immediate questions: Will a revised proposal to reduce these payments return, and in what format? This current debate brings to mind the significant – and widely criticized – alterations to entrepreneurs’ health contributions under the “Polish Deal” tax overhaul in 2022. While the previous grievances are being overshadowed by the urgent needs of the healthcare system, a significant development has occurred: The Supreme Court has voiced concerns regarding the constitutionality of the current legislation, citing its differing treatment of employees and entrepreneurs, as well as the varying impact on entrepreneurs based on their chosen taxation method. –  Łukasz Chruściel comments for Rzeczpospolita.

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