(de-news.net) – The Green party’s candidate for Chancellor, Robert Habeck, has proposed a billionaire tax, with the revenue used to refurbish schools and improve educational infrastructure and staffing. The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs argued that taxing a small portion of the wealth of the super-rich could generate five to six billion Euros. The funds could be allocated to refurbish schools and invest in their infrastructure and personnel. However, taxes in Germany are not earmarked for specific purposes, and the construction of schools falls under the jurisdiction of municipalities.

Habeck also proposed state subsidies for apprentices obtaining driving licenses, an idea recently supported by the Crafts Association. He also suggested increasing the advertising expense allowance and reducing electricity prices through state intervention. In rural areas, the high cost of driving licenses, approximately 4,000 Euros, poses a problem for apprentices. Habeck proposed a state subsidy of 1,000 Euros, with the training company contributing an additional 500 euros.

Additionally, Habeck proposed significantly increasing the tax allowance for advertising expenses, suggesting an increase to 1,500 Euros. This would simplify tax filing for many taxpayers. He also advocated for removing the substantial costs of establishing new energy infrastructure from electricity prices and funding them through special state funds. This approach would alleviate the financial burden on consumers. Regarding the German automotive industry, Habeck criticized the industry’s leadership for the sales problems of electric vehicles.