Independent Senators Urge Caution on Property Tax Bill’s Impact on the Poor (March 2024)
Independent senators call on the government to consider the poor in society as it rolls out property tax.
Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago – March 2024 – During a recent debate in the Senate on the Property Tax (Amendment) Bill 2024, a strong message emerged from the Independent Bench: consider the profound impact of the tax on the poor in society.
Independent Senators Dr. Maria Dillon-Remy and Paul Richards specifically urged the Finance Minister not to dismiss the widespread complaints and concerns expressed by a broad cross-section of citizens. Their interventions highlighted the potential burden the property tax could place on vulnerable households and emphasized the need for a more equitable approach to tax reform.
This parliamentary debate underscored the significant social implications of the Property Tax (Amendment) Bill 2024 and included a direct call for the government to be more responsive to the financial realities faced by many Trinbagonians, particularly those with limited resources. The discussions reflected a crucial focus on ensuring fairness and sustainability in national taxation policies.
