FranceThe article discusses a fiscal trick allowed by the 2024 Finance Law that has gained popularity among mayors. In 2025, around 1,300 mayors used this method to boost their city budgets. This year, nearly double that number, 2,400 mayors, have adopted the strategy. The technique allows municipalities to avoid angering voters while still increasing revenue through property tax adjustments.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual update on the adoption rate of a fiscal measure without overtly endorsing or criticizing the approach. It focuses on the numbers and the legal basis, maintaining neutrality in its framing.
