Session Profile: Arvo Aller
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
2024-04-30
Political Position
The political position is strongly oppositional, criticizing the speed of the government's legislative work and the procedural disregard, which is referred to as the "steamroller." It is emphasized that the change of minister has not brought a new approach. The main objections concern the lack of impact assessments and the haste—justified by the budget strategy—in raising fine rates and state fees.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures by requiring the existence of drafting proposals and impact analyses. Detailed knowledge encompasses the budgeting of fine rates, the nature of the state fee, and the application of tax-free income to working pensioners. Reference is also made to feedback from the Viru County Court regarding the increase in the courts' workload.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's style is critical and confrontational, repeatedly employing the metaphor of the "steamroller" to characterize the government's actions. The arguments presented are primarily logical and procedural, raising detailed questions regarding the technical aspects and potential side effects of the proposed legislation (e.g., dragging out proceedings to secure higher fines).
4 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the plenary session, putting forward a series of consecutive questions to the rapporteurs of various bills and to the ministers. This pattern indicates a focus on the procedural oversight of the legislative process and the clarification of specific details.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at the actions of the government and ministers, particularly concerning the fast-tracking of draft legislation without due analysis. The criticism is both procedural and policy-based, accusing the government of continuing its "steamroller" tactics and ignoring feedback provided in the coordination tables.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speeches reveal no willingness to cooperate or any indication of cross-party activity. The tone is purely oppositional and questioning, focusing on demanding accountability and explanations from the presenters and ministers.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The regional focus is indirect, referencing the Viru County Court’s opinion on the impact of raising fine rates on the courts’ workload. The overall focus, however, is on national laws and their implementation.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker is critical of the increase in state fees and fine rates, especially when this occurs without an impact assessment. They are interested in the fair application of the tax system, specifically asking about special provisions for tax-free income concerning working pensioners. The speaker avoids general economic debate (e.g., raising the minimum wage), demanding that the focus remain on specific legislation.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
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4 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on amendments to the State Fee Act and the raising of fine rates, measures which the speaker strongly opposes on procedural grounds. Also under scrutiny is the application of the Income Tax Act to pensioners. The speaker is actively opposing these bills, demanding explanations and comprehensive analyses.
4 Speeches Analyzed