Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The political stance is sharply critical of the government's legislative procedures, specifically criticizing the use of "steamroller" tactics. They stress that amendments to the Income Tax Act are being pushed through without the necessary preliminary drafting intention and impact assessment, despite having had sufficient time for preparation. The focus of the criticism is both procedural and results-oriented.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures (intent to draft, impact analysis, expedited process) and the specifics of tax policy. Particular emphasis is placed on the specific tax-exempt income amounts for pensioners (€776) and employees (€700), and their applicability is questioned in scenarios where a pensioner remains employed.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and accusatory, employing the sharp metaphor "steamroller" to describe the government's actions. The speech is balanced, containing both emotional procedural criticism and a specific, technical question regarding the implementation of tax rules.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main confrontation is with the government, which is being criticized for violating legislative procedure by using the "steamroller" tactic. The criticism is directed at the fact that a significant tax law amendment is being pushed through as unjustifiably urgent, thereby avoiding an impact assessment.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives are reflected in concerns about the clarity and fairness of the tax system, particularly regarding the differences in non-taxable income thresholds. Attention is also drawn to the disparities in the tax burden placed on pensioners versus working people, as well as the overall complexity of the system.
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Social Issues
Among the social issues highlighted is the topic of taxing pensioners, specifically pointing out the difference in their tax-free income compared to those who are employed. The objective is to clarify how tax regulations affect working pensioners.
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Legislative Focus
Legislative focus is directed at the draft act amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE) and the procedural requirements for its adoption. The speaker is strongly opposed to the manner in which the bill is being processed, demanding the existence of a drafting intention and an impact assessment.
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