Agenda Profile: Helmen Kütt
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's proposed tax increases, arguing that they threaten the financial stability of the Estonian people and exacerbate inequality. While the necessity of national defense is acknowledged, the framework is primarily outcome-based, focusing instead on the negative impact of these policies on the quality of life for citizens. As an alternative, the reintroduction of state bonds is proposed to allow for voluntary contributions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the instruments of fiscal policy and public finance, specifically highlighting the subscription of government bonds as an alternative funding source. They are also aware of the social and regional side effects of tax policy, citing educational inequality and the depopulation of peripheral areas.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the Minister of Finance directly. The tone is concerned, contrasting the government's claims about the country's economic resilience with the real danger that many people will no longer be able to make ends meet due to tax increases. A logical appeal is employed, posing a question regarding alternative financing methods.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed against the government's tax policy, criticizing it on policy grounds because it increases inequality and makes it harder for people to make ends meet. The criticism is intense regarding the social consequences, but it is presented in the form of questions and the offering of alternatives.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is seeking a dialogue with the Minister of Finance, posing direct questions and proposing alternative solutions for state financing. This indicates an openness to finding solutions that would involve both legal entities and private individuals (through government bonds).
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Regional Focus
The speaker emphasizes regional inequality, highlighting concerns about the depopulation of remote areas, which is directly linked to tax increases and social consequences. This demonstrates a focus on the impact of national policy on local communities.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives are strongly opposed to tax increases, arguing that they diminish the financial viability of both individuals and businesses. The preference is for alternative, voluntary financing mechanisms, such as the sale of government bonds, which indicates a clear leaning toward market-based and inclusive solutions for strengthening public finances.
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Social Issues
Among social issues, emphasis is placed on the growing educational inequality and the deterioration of people's general standard of living as a result of tax increases. These issues are presented as direct consequences of the government's fiscal policy.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed at opposing the draft bill (645 SE) concerning the Act on Simplified Taxation of Business Income, the Security Tax Act, and the Act Amending the Income Tax Act. The speaker is acting as an opponent of the bill, searching for alternative funding solutions.
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