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French lawmakers vote to tax American retirees who benefit from social security

14 days ago
https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2025/11/08/french-lawmakers-vote-to-tax-american-retirees-who-freely-benefit-from-social-security_6747260_5.html
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  • #Retirees
  • #France
  • #Healthcare
  • French lawmakers approved a measure to impose a 'minimum contribution' on foreign retirees benefiting from universal healthcare after three months in France.
  • The amendment, proposed by center-right MP François Gernigon, passed with 176 votes in favor and 79 against.
  • The measure initially targeted US retirees with long-stay visas (VLS-TS) who benefit from France's social security without contributing.
  • Public accounts minister Amélie de Montchalin stated the government is taking the issue seriously and plans to revise agreements with G20 countries for reciprocal contributions.
  • France's social security deficit is expected to reach €23 billion by year-end, prompting calls for fairness and shared responsibility in healthcare contributions.
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