Session Profile: Arvo Aller
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
2024-01-17
Political Position
The political emphasis is on economic relief, repeatedly proposing reductions in the income tax rate (e.g., 19.7% and 19.1%) in response to the deteriorating economic situation and 40% inflation. The need to ensure transparency in administrative procedures (specifically, the grounds for opening packages) and to achieve state budgetary savings within the Tax and Customs Board is also highlighted. These positions are strongly policy- and results-driven, focusing on the direct financial impact on both citizens and businesses.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in customs and tax matters, citing specific figures (e.g., 1,317 prohibited items, 5,000 postal shipments, 40% inflation). The discussion focuses primarily on the administrative procedures and risk assessments used by the Tax and Customs Board, as well as the impact on the state budget resulting from staff redundancies. He/She raises detailed questions concerning the right of recipients of opened packages to be informed of the reason for the inspection.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and procedural, focusing on the presentation of draft legislation and the posing of specific questions to the minister. The arguments are predominantly logical and economically justified, referencing inflation and the public's ability to cope. A defensive and critical tone is also present in defending Parliament's right to ask questions against the presumptions of coalition members.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is highly active during the sitting, presenting several draft amendments to the Income Tax Act in quick succession, all of which were submitted in the spring of 2023. Furthermore, he or she participates extensively in the question round concerning the activities and budget of the Tax and Customs Board. This points to deep involvement in the legislative process and a routine practice of submitting questions.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The speaker is clearly adopting an opposition stance, criticizing the government's economic policy (while proposing alternative tax cuts) and challenging parliamentary procedures. They question the depth of knowledge held by coalition members and defend the right of those raising questions to debate the issue in the main hall. The criticism is directed at policy and procedures, not at individuals.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is evident in the submission of the bill together with Rain Epler, which points to intra-faction collaboration. Otherwise, he focuses on presenting his own initiatives and questioning the minister. There are no indications of broad-based or cross-party compromise.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Insufficient data. The speaker's focus is on national economic measures (the Income Tax Act) and the administrative procedures of state authorities (MTA), with no references to specific regional problems or projects.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The policy strongly advocates for tax cuts for both individuals (19.7%, 19.1%) and businesses to mitigate economic difficulties and 40% inflation. The objective is to enhance people's financial resilience, meet basic needs, and ensure the sustainable development of enterprises. Furthermore, it supports achieving state financial savings by reducing the number of officials at the Tax and Customs Board.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Social issues were addressed within the context of economic livelihood, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring people retain funds during difficult times to meet basic needs. The security aspect is touched upon concerning customs control and prohibited items, but the focus remains on administrative transparency, not social policy.
8 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on amending the Income Tax Act, where he/she has either initiated or supported several bills (e.g., 128, 153, 131). The objective is to lower the income tax rate to improve both the financial well-being of individuals and the overall condition of businesses. He/She is an active initiator and proponent of bills concerning tax cuts.
8 Speeches Analyzed