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Will this affect my taxes?
While the story doesn't directly mention tax changes, government spending on research and development often comes from public funds. If overall R&D spending continues to rise, as mentioned in the story, it could indirectly influence future tax decisions, though specific impacts on your personal tax bill are complex and depend on many factors.
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