What steps have you taken to address this issue vs What steps did you take to address this issue

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'What steps have you taken to address this issue?' is used when asking about actions that have been recently completed or are still ongoing. 'What steps did you take to address this issue?' is used when asking about actions that were completed in the past.

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What steps have you taken to address this issue

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking about actions that have been recently completed or are still ongoing.

This phrase is used to inquire about the actions someone has recently taken or is currently taking to address a specific issue.

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Although some steps have been taken to address this matter, it does denote a structural problem which must be resolved by Parliament's administration.
In response, piecemeal steps have been taken to address this over the years and many defined services are in fact at present taxed on the basis of the destination principle.
In response, piecemeal steps have been taken to address this over the years and many defined services are in fact at present taxed on the basis of the destination principle.
In response, piece-meal steps have been taken to address this over the years and many defined services are in fact at present taxed on the basis of the destination principle.
For commonsense reasons of security of supply and protection of the environment, urgent steps should be taken to address this disproportionate dependence.
For common sense reasons of security of supply and protection of the environment, urgent steps should be taken to address this disproportionate dependence.
What specific steps have been taken to address the problem, and particularly to prevent the circulation of contaminated foodstuffs? 4.
Only then can concrete steps be taken to address the problem.
Will the Commission clarify what steps it has taken to address the issue of borderline products, such as foods, cosmetics and medical devices, within Directive 2001/83/EC OJ L 311, 28.11.2001, p.
Can the Vice-President/High Representative confirm whether or not steps are being taken to address this matter?
What discussion has the Commission had with the Russian authorities about this matter, and what steps are being taken to address this concern?
Will the Commission clarify what steps it has taken to address the issue of borderline products, such as foods, cosmetics and medical devices, within Directive 2001/83/EC?
Could the Commission also indicate what steps it has taken to address the threats facing the African lion and to protect this species?
Has the VP/HR already taken steps to address this issue?
Information should be provided as short and general commentary on the implementation of the Union priorities and technical assistance for the year(s) concerned with reference to key developments, significant problems and steps taken to address these problems.
The Commission is acutely aware of the importance of this matter and we have taken concrete steps to address this issue.
Banks have already taken steps to address the problem of impaired assets.
Key information on the implementation of the priority with reference to key developments, significant problems and steps taken to address these problems
Notes that steps have been taken to address and resolve the reservations initially expressed by the Court of Auditors about an individual decision of the Appeals Committee concerning the payment of compensation to an official for non-pecuniary damage;
The EIB has recently taken concrete steps to address the situation, in particular, through the enforcement of its audit committee, which has significant banking supervisory experience.

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What steps did you take to address this issue

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking about actions that were completed in the past.

This phrase is used to inquire about the specific actions someone took in the past to address a particular issue.

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Since this situation is one of concern to olive growers, will the Commission say what steps it will take to address this problem?
What steps will take to address the above question?
What steps will it take to address the very rapid pace of climate change and its adverse effects on animals?
This should not merely be noted down by you on paper: the governments in the European Union must take steps to address this situation.
Can the Commission take steps to address this issue?
Will the Commission take steps to address this serious problem that could affect some 100000 Galicians and Europeans?
China must take practical steps to address the problem.
Is the European Commission planning to take steps to address this phenomenon of the 'internet black market'?
Is it the Commission's intention to take steps to address this problem and ensure that the intent of EU anti-discrimination legislation they become standard practice?
Does the Commission agree that such products are now illegal, and will it take steps to address this 'falling between two stools' problem?
Can the Commission comment on what steps it will take to address the main results of the public consultation and the Court of Auditors' Report in terms of increasing performance and minimising administrative burdens?
Member States shall ensure that the management body monitors and periodically assesses the effectiveness of the institution's governance arrangements and takes appropriate steps to address any deficiencies.
What steps will the Commission take to address this problem?
His remarks are a further reminder of the imperative for Iran to take steps to address international concerns about its intentions in relation to the nuclear programme.
In view of all this, MEPs call on the Member States to take practical steps to address pay differentials and promote working conditions that will enable both women and men to participate fully in the labour market.
Before the end of the year, the Commission will take further steps to address the use of modern technologies in power generation from fossil fuels.
In addition, it is envisaged to include, in the transmission of mission reports, a request to the Member State to inform the Commission of the steps it will take to address the shortcomings.
The Committee urges the EU Council presidencies, the European Commission and national governments to take steps to address the causes of abuse so that the older population is protected whether they remain at home or are in an institutional setting.
requests the Commission to also take steps to address to the problem of falsified medicinal products traded outside the legal supply chain.
Is the Commission aware of this issue and will it take steps to address it via legislation?

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What steps have you taken to address this issue vs What steps did you take to address this issue