Explanatory Memorandum
(Circulated by authority of the Treasurer, the Hon Peter Costello, MP)Glossary
The following abbreviations and acronyms are used throughout this explanatory memorandum.
| Abbreviation | Definition |
|---|---|
| A Platform for Consultation | Review of Business Taxation: A Platform for Consultation |
| A Tax System Redesigned | Review of Business Taxation: A Tax System Redesigned |
| ADI | authorised deposit-taking institution |
| ANTS | Governments Tax Reform Document: Tax Reform: not a new tax, a new tax system |
| APRA | Australian Prudential Regulation Authority |
| ATO | Australian Taxation Office |
| CFC | controlled foreign company |
| CGT | capital gains tax |
| Commissioner | Commissioner of Taxation |
| CPS | converting preference share |
| FDA | foreign dividend account |
| FIF | foreign investment fund |
| FRN | floating rate notes |
| PAYG | pay as you go |
| SPV | special purpose vehicle |
| TAA 1953 | Taxation Administration Act 1953 |