Agenda Profile: Annely Akkermann
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 233 SE).
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The Speaker takes a clear stance against EKRE's income tax reduction bill, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The position is firm and uncompromising, although the content of the bill is acknowledged as "very generous."
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Topic Expertise
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is brief, direct, and formal. The speaker employs irony, referring to the EKRE bill as "very generous," yet maintains a professional distance. Emotional elements are minimal; the focus is on factual reporting.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The Speaker opposes the income tax reduction bill initiated by EKRE, relying on the collective decision of the Finance Committee. The criticism is procedural and political rather than personal, delivered using a softly ironic tone.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker stressed the Finance Committee's collective efforts and joint decision-making process, citing the committee meeting and subsequent discussion. This demonstrates institution-based cooperation operating within the committee.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
The Speaker supports maintaining the income tax rate at its current level, opposing its reduction to 1.1%. This indicates a fiscally more conservative stance, which favors preserving the state's revenue base.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The Speaker is focusing on addressing the amendments to the Income Tax Act, acting as an opponent to the bill initiated by EKRE. The emphasis is on the correctness of the legislative process and the fulfillment of the Finance Committee's role.
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