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On April 13, 2026, the coalition committee agreed on the introduction of a “relief bonus” of up to €1,000. Details on its specific design are not yet available. However, similar to the inflation compensation bonus during the COVID-19 pandemic, employers are expected to have the option to grant employees a tax- and social security-privileged special payment.
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