Innovations 2025: taxes, construction sites and the Bundestag election in NRW!

In 2025, the citizens and commuters in North Rhine-Westphalia (North Rhine-Westphalia) face numerous changes that concern both tax relief and significant investments in the infrastructure. This emerges from information that from wdr .

The main changes are mainly adjustments in tax law. The basic allowance is raised by 300 euros to 12,084 euros, while the child allowance increases by 60 euros to 6,672 euros per child. The solidarity surcharge for taxpayers with an annual income of up to 19,950 euros, or up to 39,900 euros for married couples. In addition, the reduced taxation of several years is abolished in the income tax deduction procedure, which requires an application to the tax office. However, experts warn that despite these tax relief, many Germans may have less money in 2025.

infrastructure and mobility

In the field of infrastructure, the “renovation offensive NRW” plans extensive construction projects. The A42 motorway will be blocked for ten days in June, while the long -term project will continue on the A43 by 2025. Furthermore, demolition and filling of smaller bridges between Bochum-Riemke and Herne-Eickel are intended. An investment of 108 million euros is provided for the new construction of 42 bridges, with the focus on state and federal roads. Deutsche Bahn will continue to work on a more stable rail network, which is connected to train failures and delays.

As part of the mobility changes, the CO₂ price is increased from 45 to 55 euros per ton, which could lead to an increase in fuel prices: gasoline could be 4.3 cents, diesel by 4.7 cents more expensive. In addition, it is expected that the vehicle insurance premiums will increase by up to 20 % due to higher repair costs.

daycare funding and minimum wage

Another important aspect is the daycare funding. From August 1, 2025, the flat payments per child will be increased by 9.5 % to improve the quality and equipment. In addition, the statutory minimum wage will be raised from EUR 12.41 to EUR 12.82 per hour on January 1, 2025, and the earnings limit for mini jobs will increase to 556 euros per month this year, which corresponds to an annual earnings limit of 6,672 euros

In addition, a early Bundestag election is planned for February 23, 2025, which will determine the future government and political orientation. In order to give employees in NRW and all of Germany, the tax allowance is also increased to prevent the so -called cold progression.