Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The political position focuses strongly on procedural clarity and accountability regarding the implementation of the draft legislation (Amendment to the Income Tax Act). The speaker demands a clear answer as to who exactly is the "minister responsible for the sector" tasked with analyzing revenue collection by 2029. The overall stance is moderately critical, emphasizing the need for clarity in the government structure (Minister of Finance versus Minister of Regional Affairs).
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the necessity of implementing the tax law (the Income Tax Act) and analyzing its future impact (revenue collection). The expertise is focused on distinguishing between government responsibility and the specific areas of competence of ministers (Finance, Regional Affairs), thereby requiring a precise legal definition.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, formal, and demanding, focusing on repetitive questioning and insistence on precision ("Perhaps you could clarify, after all," "I would still like to know."). The speaker employs a logical and procedural appeal, dismissing vague answers and requiring a concrete assignment of responsibility.
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to two speeches on a single sitting day concerning the draft Income Tax Act. Broader data regarding patterns is unavailable.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the bill's proponent or the government, stemming from the ambiguity in the legal text surrounding the phrase "the minister responsible for the sector." The criticism is procedural and policy-based, demanding a clear definition of responsibility (Minister of Finance versus Minister for Regional Affairs).
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The Regional Minister is mentioned in connection with the analysis of revenue collection, which indicates the regional effect of the tax legislation. There is no specific regional focus or emphasis on local interests.
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Economic Views
The economic perspectives focus on the administrative side of the tax law (the Income Tax Act) and fiscal responsibility. Emphasis is placed on the need to analyze revenue collection by 2029, which indicates an interest in budget discipline and the accuracy of forecasts.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed at the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 443 SE). The speaker is acting as a questioner, seeking to ensure the clarity and implementability of the bill's provisions (specifically, the designation of the responsible minister and the required impact analysis by 2029).
2 Speeches Analyzed