Proponents of the new 26-point plan, including organizations like the 'Bürgerbewegung Finanzwende', argue that the initiative addresses critical gaps in the current legal framework. For years, critics have contended that the existing system treated tax evasion more leniently than other forms of fraud, often leading to settlements that prevented thorough investigations. By removing the automatic immunity provided by voluntary self-disclosure, the government is sending a clear signal that tax evasion is a serious offense that cannot be simply 'bought off'.
Supporters emphasize that this is fundamentally a question of social equity. When individuals or corporations evade taxes, they effectively shift the financial burden of maintaining public infrastructure, education, and social services onto the shoulders of honest taxpayers. By strengthening the investigative powers of the state and fostering better cooperation between federal and state authorities, the plan aims to restore trust in the fairness of the tax system.
Furthermore, the integration of modern technology, such as artificial intelligence, is seen as a vital modernization of the state's toolkit. As financial crime becomes increasingly complex and globalized, authorities must be equipped with the resources and data-sharing capabilities necessary to keep pace. Advocates believe that these structural changes will not only deter potential offenders but also ensure that the state can effectively recover billions in lost revenue, thereby stabilizing the national budget.