Agenda Profile: Kalle Grünthal

First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (245 SE)

2024-01-10

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Political Position
The political position heavily emphasizes the organization of parliamentary work and adherence to procedures, all framed around achieving specific outcomes. The speaker objects to the expedited processing of 17 draft bills within a single hour, citing the potential disregard for the rules of procedure. This stance is highly critical of the actions taken by the parliament's leadership.

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Topic Expertise
The expertise is evident regarding the parliament’s rules of procedure and the speed of legislative processing. The speaker uses specific figures (17 draft bills per hour) and refers directly to the internal rules of procedure, demonstrating knowledge of procedural regulations.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, questioning, and critical, yet it maintains formal courtesy when addressing the presiding officer. The style is logical and fact-based, focusing on procedural accountability and raising questions regarding the justification for the haste.

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Activity Patterns
Action patterns are restricted to a single intervention during the session, which is aimed at presenting immediate procedural criticism. There is insufficient data concerning regular occurrences or other activities.

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Opposition Stance
The objection is directed against the actions of the presiding officer, who is accused of violating the rules of procedure by processing the draft legislation too quickly. The criticism is intense and purely procedural, challenging the legitimacy of the process.

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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely on the national level and the internal organization of the parliament. There is insufficient data regarding regional or local issues.

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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is procedural, emphasizing the opposition to the fast-tracking of 17 draft laws in a short period. The speaker is acting as a defender of procedural rules, demanding justification for this rapid work pace and the disregard for the rules of procedure.

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