Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (153 SE)
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The most crucial issue is providing financial relief to citizens by lowering income tax. The speaker strongly advocates for reducing the income tax rate to 19.1%, justifying this by citing the need to respond to the 40% inflation experienced over the last three years. This stance is clearly policy-driven and results-oriented, focusing on alleviating economic pressure.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of tax policy and the legislative process, referencing specific draft bill numbers (153 and the preceding 128). Specific data, such as 40% inflation and the desired 19.1% income tax rate, is utilized to substantiate their position.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and direct, addressing the esteemed Vice-Chairman of the Riigikogu and colleagues. The appeal is primarily logical, relying on the statistic of 40% inflation to justify the need for the proposed income tax reduction. The tone suggests quick and effective action.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker refers to the continuity of the draft legislation (128 and 153) and notes that things are moving at a "really effective pace." This points to active and consistent participation in the legislative process, tracking the history of the drafts and their submission dates.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is purely at the national level, addressing changes to the income tax rate and the impact of inflation on everyone. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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Economic Views
The speaker strongly advocates for lowering taxes (specifically income tax to 19.1%), viewing this as a means to provide relief from the negative impact of high inflation (40%). The focus is aimed squarely at fiscal easing and supporting people's purchasing power.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 153 SE), which aims to lower the income tax rate. The speaker supports the bill and emphasizes the speed and consistency of the legislative work, referencing previous related drafts.
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