Germany to Increase Care Insurance Contribution to 3.6%

Health Minister Lauterbach announces a 0.2% rise in contribution rates to stabilize care insurance finances amid rising costs.

The increase, effective January 2025, aims to address the financial strain on care insurance systems due to growing demand and costs.
Childless individuals will see their contribution rise to 4.2%, while families with children will have varying rates based on the number of children.
The Bundesrat must approve the change, while the Bundestag cannot directly block it, though a veto is unlikely.
The reform is necessary to prevent some care funds from facing insolvency, according to Minister Lauterbach.
Critics argue that the increase only provides temporary relief and call for comprehensive reform to address underlying financial issues.