Agenda Profile: Henn Põlluaas

First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

2024-03-20

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Political Position
The political focus is on reducing and eliminating the expense accounts for members of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The speaker strongly backs this position, pointing to EKRE's long-term efforts to limit car expense claims. This stance is directed toward greater transparency in parliamentary activity and achieving cost savings, being primarily results-oriented.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the historical regulation governing the expense allowances for members of the Riigikogu, specifically citing amounts (650 euros, 450 euros) related to restrictions on car leasing. This expertise pertains to the parliament's internal rules and the specifics of financial reimbursements.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and sarcastic, especially when commenting on the coalition's activities. Irony is employed to highlight the coalition's swift mobilization specifically regarding financial matters, while simultaneously expressing a certain "lack of surprise." The style is direct and focuses on political observation.

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Activity Patterns
The speech refers to the EKRE faction's active legislative work ("other EKRE draft bills") and the coalition's passivity during those debates. Data regarding the pace of personal activity is missing.

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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at the coalition, which is being accused of selective participation in the work of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The criticism is procedural and carries an ethical undertone, highlighting the coalition's rapid activation whenever the topic involves the money and expense compensations of Parliament members.

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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
Insufficient data.

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Economic Views
The economic stance is manifested in supporting cost savings and financial discipline within parliament, demanding a reduction in expense reimbursements for members of the Riigikogu. This is aimed at cutting public funds allocated to politicians.

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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on amending the Riigikogu Members' Status Act, centering on the reduction of expense allowances. The speaker is a supporter of the bill and highlights previous progress made in lowering the caps on car leasing costs.

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