Regulatory Tax
/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri tæks/
Definitions
- (n.) A tax imposed by a government or regulatory body specifically to fund regulatory activities or to modify behavior, typically aimed at controlling certain industries or protecting public interests.
The government introduced a regulatory tax on carbon emissions to encourage cleaner energy usage.
Forms
- regulatory tax
- regulatory taxes
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Commentary
Regulatory taxes are often used as economic tools to influence behavior beyond revenue generation, such as discouraging pollution or promoting health standards.
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