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56K1715 Energy policy
Under consideration
Reduction of electricity excise duties for households and businesses
Official title: Wetsontwerp betreffende de energienorm.
Status: Parliament is still discussing this proposal, for example in a committee or while waiting for advice. (parliament: ‘Pending in the Chamber’)
In plain language
- The government is lowering excise duties on electricity and simplifying the tariff rules. The tax will decrease in stages between 2026 and 2029.
- Both households and businesses will notice this, as well as energy suppliers.
- You will pay less tax on your electricity consumption, helping to lower your energy bill or offset rising grid costs.
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How parliament voted
Parliament has not voted on this proposal yet.