Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (149 SE)
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is currently on reducing the VAT rate, a measure strongly backed by the goal of improving people's standard of living. While the objective is a reduction, the EU minimum (15%) is mentioned, alongside a reference to the 16.5% rate, which exceeds the EU minimum. The overall framing is results-oriented, concentrating on direct economic benefits for the public.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Value Added Tax Act and European Union regulations, highlighting the minimum VAT rate (15%) established by the EU. Technical terms such as the "standard VAT rate" are used, and a specific bill number (149 SE) is referenced.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and colleagues. The speech is brief and centers on a logical argument when presenting the content and objectives of the draft law, avoiding emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to a single appearance at a Riigikogu session, which is related to the first reading of the draft bill amending the Value Added Tax Act.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is supportive, highlighting and specifically naming the colleagues (Kert Kingo, Arvo Aller, Rain Epler) who proposed the draft legislation, thereby indicating a shared initiative.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national tax policy and European Union regulations; there is no reference to specific regional interests or projects.
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Economic Views
Economic views are leaning towards reducing the tax burden on consumers, supporting a decrease in the VAT rate to improve people's standard of living. The goal is likely to stimulate consumption and increase the purchasing power of the population.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill (149 SE) to amend the Value Added Tax Act, the purpose of which is to lower the VAT rate. The speaker is clearly a proponent and the introducer of the proposal during the first reading in the Riigikogu.
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