Agenda Profile: Annely Akkermann

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (129 SE)

2024-01-24

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Political Position
The speaker took a firm stance against the draft bill proposing amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, thereby supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. The position is categorical and uncompromising.

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Topic Expertise
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Rhetorical Style
The statement was extremely brief and formal, utilizing standard parliamentary boilerplate language. The tone was neutral and businesslike, devoid of any emotional or persuasive elements.

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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The speaker voiced opposition to the specific bill but did not present detailed arguments or directly criticize the opposing side. The reasons for the opposition remained unexplained.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker highlighted the Finance Committee's collective decision, which points to cooperation within the committee and the endorsement of a unified position.

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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Even though the matter concerned the bill on excise duties, the speaker did not present his economic views or justify his opposition based on economic aspects.

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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The speaker focused on the procedural aspect of the legislative process, advocating for the rejection of the bill during its first reading. This was clearly an opposition position regarding the specific legislative matter in question.

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