Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets

First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (125 SE)

2024-01-24

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Political Position
The speaker strongly supports amending the Income Tax Act to adjust the rate of tax-exempt compensation in response to rising fuel prices. This stance is policy-driven, emphasizing fairness in reimbursing work-related expenses and increasing employees' net income. The ultimate goal is to improve the economic situation of workers.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in linking tax laws (the rate of tax-exempt compensation) and economic factors (the rise in fuel prices). He/She specifically explains how the bill aims to adjust the financial measure to ensure fairness.

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Rhetorical Style
The language of the speech is formal and respectful, addressing the chair of the session and colleagues. The style is explanatory and logical, focusing on the policy objectives and the anticipated practical outcomes (fairer compensation, greater net income). Emotional or narrative appeals are not used.

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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the tax system that affects all employees and the general rise in fuel prices. Specific regional interests or projects are not emphasized.

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Economic Views
Economic perspectives tend to support workers' incomes by adjusting tax benefits in line with changes in the economic environment (such as rising fuel prices). The objective is to ensure fairer reimbursement for work-related expenses and to boost employees' net income.

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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 125 SE) to adjust the rate of tax-exempt compensation. The speaker is a supporter of the draft bill, emphasizing its necessity in light of rising fuel prices.

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