“National Party revenue spokesperson
Annabel Young has completely misunderstood the government’s
decisions relating to the tax treatment of Maori
authorities,” Revenue Minister Michael Cullen said
today.
“First, although of obvious relevance to Maori, the
provision will apply to any charitable organisation
distributing to beneficiaries connected by blood
ties.
“Second, to qualify for charitable status these
organisations – whether Maori or other – will still have to
pass the public benefit test,” Dr Cullen said.
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