The proposed scheme would allow individuals voluntarily choosing to work beyond retirement age to earn up to €2,000 per month tax-free, adding to their existing pension income This was reaffirmed during recent discussions between leadership from the CDU/CSU and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) in Würzburg A core aim of the initiative, as outlined in a policy paper emerging from the Würzburg meeting, is to better reward those who choose to work longer or increase their working hours, increasing net income from gross earnings The paper also details plans to make overtime pay, exceeding standard full-time employment, immediately tax-free
Linnemann emphasized the potential benefits of the Aktivrente from both individual and societal perspectives, noting it would tangibly reward dedication while retaining valuable skills and experience within the workforce
However, agreement within the governing coalition remains elusive regarding a separate proposal from Economics Minister Katherina Reiche to raise the standard retirement age in response to demographic shifts This proposal currently lacks sufficient support to pass
