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Bill / 14 / XVII · 9 de June de 2025

Proposes the reduction of the VAT rate applicable to butane and propane gas cylinders

Official title in Portuguese: Prevê a redução da taxa de IVA aplicável às garrafas de gás butano e propano

PLAIN LANGUAGE EXPLANATION

What this proposal would change

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Plain language summary

Reduces the gas cylinder tax to help families without access to natural gas.

More detailed explanation

The bill aims to reduce the tax on gas cylinders, which is more expensive. This helps families without access to natural gas. The tax will go from 23% to the minimum. The change is valid from the next State budget. The goal is to reduce inequalities between regions.

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CURRENT STATUS

Approved in a vote

Vote on 28 de outubro de 2026: Approved.

Status in the parliamentary record: Request.

Passing this vote does not mean it is already law. A bill becomes law only after the final steps and official publication.

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