Armand Zorn
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- Sep 25
Germany approves 16.7-cent fuel tax cut for three months costing 2.5 billion euros
The Bundestag and Bundesrat passed legislation reducing energy taxes on petrol and diesel through December 2026, with the 2.5 billion euro cost shared equally by federal and state governments.
- Jun 26
Bundestag passes Infrastructure Future Act, prioritising motorways and rail over environmental concerns
Germany's lower house approved a law giving road, rail, waterway and airport projects 'overriding public interest' status to cut planning times from years to months, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups and opposition parties.
- Jun 10
Germany's coalition lets fuel tax rebate expire on 30 June, warns oil firms against price hikes
The CDU/CSU and SPD parliamentary groups have agreed not to extend the fuel tax rebate beyond its scheduled 30 June expiry, citing the strained budget. The government warned oil companies against sharp price increases and said it is ready to intervene if the market deteriorates.