Agenda Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position involves strong support for a comprehensive tax reform (645 SE), which is being framed as an investment in the future and a return to the determined spirit of the 1990s. This stance is results-oriented, stressing economic stability, predictability, and the long-term funding of defense capabilities. Furthermore, reducing bureaucracy and establishing an entrepreneur-friendly environment are deemed crucial.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of tax policy and economics, utilizing technical terms such as "distributed profit," "unified tax-free allowance," and referencing economic freedom indices. Specific data is presented regarding the expected annual gain for an average-wage employee (nearly 1,500 euros) and the financing of defense capabilities (1 billion euros). Emphasis is placed on the importance of simplifying the tax system and maintaining a low administrative burden.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is optimistic, decisive, and urgent, emphasizing the need for immediate action for the sake of the future. The speaker balances logical arguments (low administrative burden, clarity of the system) with emotional appeals (a reference to the spirit of the 90s, empathy for people facing difficult circumstances). Formal language is employed, focusing on the long-term outcomes of the policy.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding frequency or rhythm, as only one speech was presented. The speaker refers to the government's ongoing work and the largest bureaucracy reduction program in history, led by Prime Minister Kristen Michal.
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Opposition Stance
Direct criticism of opponents is absent; the critique is directed against unstable and short-term taxes, and earlier proposed solutions which would have resulted in a greater tax burden for private individuals. It is stressed that the state must not hinder, but must support, alluding to previous uncertainty.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative approach focuses on calling upon colleagues to support the current draft legislation, emphasizing shared responsibility and objectives. There is no mention of cross-party cooperation or seeking compromises.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly national (the Estonian economy, Estonia's defense capability) and international (global competitive advantage, economic freedom indices). There are no references to specific regional or local topics, projects, or communities.
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Economic Views
Strongly supports a business-friendly and transparent tax system, emphasizing the taxation of distributed profit as a competitive advantage. It considers the reduction of bureaucracy, the promotion of investments, and stable funding for defense capabilities to be important. The objective is to ensure a real increase in people’s income through the simplification of the income tax system.
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Social Issues
Social issues are being addressed within the context of economic well-being and security, acknowledging the strain high prices place on people and the resulting need for more meticulous household budget planning. The proposed solution is to simplify the income tax system, which would lead to a real increase in people's disposable income and help move the country toward greater prosperity.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is Tax Reform Bill 645 SE, which addresses the simplified taxation of business income, the amendment of the Income Tax Act, and the repeal of the security tax. The speaker is a strong proponent, emphasizing the outcome achieved in securing the long-term financing of defense capabilities and simplifying the tax system.
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