The French government, led by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, is planning new temporary measures to encourage families to donate money to each other, with the goal of boosting economic activity and strengthening the sense of solidarity between generations. These changes are expected to be included in the 2027 budget and aim to make it easier for people to transfer money when it is most needed—without waiting for a family member to pass away. The proposal, called "Transmissions 2027," focuses on making it more financially attractive for individuals to pass on their savings to younger family members at earlier stages of life. One key part of the plan is raising the amount of money that can be donated without being taxed. Currently, families can give up to 31,865 euros without paying taxes, but under the new proposal, this threshold would increase to 50,000 euros. This change applies to people under 80 years old who give money to their children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren who are of legal age. The idea is to allow individuals to pass on savings earlier, when it can be more effectively used for things like housing, starting a family, or launching a business. Another measure involves what is known as "classic donations," which are transfers of money that are subject to taxes. Under the new plan, the tax rate on these donations would temporarily be reduced to 6% for up to 100,000 euros per donor and per major beneficiary. This would significantly lower the tax burden, from 18,200 euros to just 6,000 euros. The proposal also expands the scope of these tax benefits to include extended family members, such as uncles, aunts, nephews, and nieces. Additionally, if the donation is made to an organization that helps disadvantaged people, the tax rate would be further reduced to 5%. Lecornu has stated that while France is good at saving money, it often waits too long to pass it on. He argues that transmitting savings earlier in life—when people are starting out—can be more beneficial, both for individuals and the broader economy. The government’s proposal seeks to encourage this earlier transfer of wealth, helping to support young people and stimulate economic activity through increased family financial support.