Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
Interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax (No. 610)
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The position against the car tax. The speaker highlights that the tax could be unfair and economically detrimental, and calls for the withdrawal of the draft bill, proposing instead the taxation of banks' excess profits. They support the protections put in place for the interests of sports and rural areas, stressing that tax policy must be fair and compensatory, rather than an added burden on the middle class and those residing in the countryside.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of the composition of taxes (VAT, excise tax, motor vehicle tax) and their combined effect; highlights the need for thorough analyses, and mentions the assessment of the impact on the sports sector and infrastructure deficiencies.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
A critical and emotional tone; uses historical references and personal experiences to validate the experiences of those involved in sports and people living in rural areas; combines factual points with narrative; is directly provocative and motivating.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
It consists of several speeches delivered on the same day, along with the submission of a query to the Minister of Finance; mention is made of amendment proposals and regular voluntary participation in the discussions, as well as contacts with associated federations.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The firm has taken a critical stance against the government's tax policy, primarily opposing the draft bill. It emphasizes that the taxes will deepen inequality and harm the interests of sports and rural areas. As an alternative, the firm proposes taxing banks' excess profits.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Demonstrates a willingness to cooperate by submitting amendments and advocating for a wide-ranging debate; seeks compromises and alternatives, but stresses the necessity of changing the government's policy.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Rural areas, residents living in the countryside, large families; emphasizes the significant role of regional influence and infrastructure; refers to a regional objective in the context of sports infrastructure and youth development.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
An economically critical stance regarding the impact of the car tax and associated levies; it highlights a reduction in purchasing power and the effect on business and sports infrastructure; it promotes an alternative through the taxation of banks' excess profits.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Highlights the social impact: low-income individuals, families living in rural areas, pensioners, and athletes; the regional effect of a unified trauma on tax reforms is observed; addresses shortcomings in the context of social justice and equality.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
Focus on the draft car tax bill and the challenges of its legislative process; the submitted interpellation and the Center Party's proposed amendments; the proposed alternative for taxing banks' excess profits; the goal of influencing the direction of decision-making.
5 Speeches Analyzed