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Putin Demands Medical Certificates for Tax Deductions Not Be Issued for "Three Kopeks"
Government Crackdown on Tax Fraud
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a crackdown on tax fraud by demanding that medical certificates for tax deductions not be issued for "three kopeks." This move is part of a wider effort to combat the abuse of tax loopholes and ensure that deductions are only granted for legitimate medical expenses.
Stricter Medical Certificate Requirements
The new regulations will require medical certificates to be issued by licensed healthcare professionals and to include detailed information about the patient's condition, treatment, and expenses. This will make it more difficult for taxpayers to obtain fraudulent certificates or to inflate the amount of their medical expenses.
Consequences for Fraudulent Claims
In addition to the new certificate requirements, the government is also increasing penalties for fraudulent tax claims. Taxpayers who are caught filing false or inflated medical expense deductions may face fines, imprisonment, or both.
Impact on Taxpayers
The new regulations are expected to have a significant impact on taxpayers who rely on medical expense deductions. Taxpayers will need to be more careful when submitting medical certificates and may need to pay for more expensive services to qualify for deductions. However, the government believes that these measures are necessary to prevent abuse of the tax system and to ensure that deductions are only granted for legitimate medical expenses.