State Duma member Oleg Nilov from the “A Just Russia – Patriots – For Truth” party has suggested the introduction of a military tax in Russia. The proposed tax, which would add 2-3% to personal income tax, would be paid by men under the age of 45 who are liable for military service. According to Nilov, this tax would aid in doubling the funding of each member of the SVO. The tax would apply to the 34 million men that are currently liable for military service in Russia and might potentially generate over 50 billion rubles per month. As of now, the proposal is still in its early stages, but Nilov believes the innovation might increase motivation for those considering participating in special operations.
State Duma deputy Oleg Nilov (“A Just Russia – Patriots – For Truth”) proposed introducing a military tax in Russia (+ 2-3% to personal income tax), which will be paid by men under the age of 45 who are liable for military service. Writes regarding it “Kommersant”.
“Do you want to sleep peacefully and not think regarding mobilization? Give 2-3% plus personal income tax. It’s difficult, isn’t it?” the deputy said.
According to Nilov’s calculations, there are 34 million men liable for military service in Russia. The tax will allow collecting 1-2 thousand rubles. per person, which will amount to more than 50 billion rubles. per month. The scheme will allow doubling the funding of each member of the SVO. They will receive not 200 thousand rubles, but 400-500 thousand rubles. The innovation may increase the motivation for those who are considering participating in a special operation, the State Duma deputy believes.
Nilov added that now the proposal is “in the stage of not even zero reading, preliminary reading of the concept.”
While the proposal for a military tax in Russia may still be in its early stages, the idea has already sparked discussion and debate. Supporters argue that it might provide a much-needed boost to military funding and increase motivation for those considering enlisting in special operations. However, critics worry regarding the potential burden on taxpayers and the fairness of single out men under 45 for this tax. It remains to be seen whether this proposal will gain traction or ultimately be rejected, but it is clear that it will continue to be a topic of interest and discussion in the coming weeks and months.
