Agenda Profile: Leo Kunnas
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (264 SE)
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The political stance is clearly directed toward reducing the value-added tax rate to 18.4%. This constitutes robust, policy-driven support for a specific tax amendment. The focus is strictly on announcing the objective of the draft legislation.
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Topic Expertise
The expert assessment focuses on tax policy, particularly the amendment of the Value Added Tax Act. A specific technical figure (18.4%) is used, which indicates knowledge of the fiscal domain, although the explanations provided are minimal.
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Rhetorical Style
The speech is extremely short, formal, and straightforward, confining itself only to stating the purpose of the draft bill. The tone is neutral and businesslike, concluding with the laconic summary: "That is all."
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Activity Patterns
Insufficient data
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Opposition Stance
Too little data.
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Collaboration Style
At the beginning of the address, colleagues are formally addressed, which indicates participation in the collegial process. Substantive evidence regarding cooperation or a readiness to compromise is lacking.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national tax law and its nationwide impact. Specific regions, industries, or local issues are not mentioned.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives favor reducing the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 18.4%. This suggests a preference for a lighter tax burden and potential economic stimulus achieved through these tax cuts.
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Social Issues
Not enough data
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative priority is the first reading of the Draft Act amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 264 SE). The speaker is either the initiator or a strong proponent of this specific amendment, highlighting the objective of lowering the VAT rate.
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