By Plenary Sessions: Aivar Kokk
Total Sessions: 3
Fully Profiled: 3
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Supports cutting taxes to stimulate economic growth, pointing to the successful measures implemented in 2020. It argues that "no country has ever gotten rich through taxation" and that raising taxes will only push the nation further into poverty. The text criticizes the government’s economic policy, which has resulted in a three-year recession.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker expresses clear concern over the growing tax burden and critically questions the introduction of new taxes. They are particularly critical of the potential for exempting high earners from income tax and show skepticism toward raising income tax, referring to it as "one of the worst ideas."
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Strongly advocates for tax cuts to stimulate economic growth, criticizing tax increases during an economic downturn. It supports fostering entrepreneurship and investments, arguing that raising taxes inhibits economic growth. A key concern is the removal of income tax exemptions for lower-income individuals, while high-earners continue to receive concessions.