Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (247 SE)
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance centers on reducing the income tax rate. The speaker strongly supports Bill 247, which proposes lowering the tax rate. This position is framed as a consistent political direction, referencing similar previous bills, which lends a policy-driven character to the political framework.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates proficiency in income tax legislation and tax rate amendments while presenting the substance of the proposed bill. The analysis is limited to a general overview of the bill's objective (reducing the tax rate), without relying on detailed data or technical terminology.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly formal, concise, and straightforward, addressing respected colleagues. The speech is neutral in tone and focuses purely on the procedure (the presentation of the draft bill). Instead of emotional appeals, a simple and concrete request for support is presented.
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Activity Patterns
Not enough data (There is not enough data)
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Opposition Stance
Not enough data (There is not enough data)
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is asking colleagues for support for the draft bill, which signals a desire to achieve legislative cooperation. Specific cooperation partners, coalitions, or a willingness to compromise were not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legislation (the Income Tax Act), and there are no references to specific regions, local projects, or international issues.
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Economic Views
The economic stance is clearly aimed at reducing the tax burden, supporting a cut in the income tax rate. This position suggests a preference for either fiscal discipline or stimulating economic growth through taxation.
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Social Issues
Not enough data (Ei ole piisavalt andmeid).
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 247), the primary goal of which is lowering the tax rate. The speaker, who is either the initiator or the rapporteur of the bill, is requesting support for its passage during the first reading.
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