Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is strongly opposed to the unfair implementation of the motor vehicle tax, particularly concerning the establishment of exemptions. The speaker highlights the social injustice faced by large families and people with disabilities, whose concerns were not adequately addressed. This position is value-based, centered on social justice and the protection of vulnerable groups. Furthermore, the actions of the government (Kaja Kallas) are also criticized for procedural errors.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the procedures for establishing motor vehicle tax exemptions and the details of the negotiations, noting that an insufficiently small scope of exemption was imposed on people with disabilities. Particular emphasis is placed on knowledge concerning the availability of legal aid and practical issues related to litigation (state fees, drafting documentation). The speaker is also aware of the inter-ministerial correspondence, or lack thereof.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and concerned, focusing on specific procedural failures and the practical obstacles faced by citizens. An emotional appeal is employed, highlighting the disregard shown toward the concerns of large families, while simultaneously maintaining a formal address (Vice-Chairman of the Riigikogu, Chancellor of Justice). The speaker poses pointed questions regarding practical solutions (legal aid, state fee).
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity indicates participation in a Riigikogu (Parliament) session or debate concerning the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal regarding the motor vehicle tax. The speaker raises questions and offers observations concerning social exemptions and legal aid. There is no data available regarding the frequency or rhythm of these appearances.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the previous government (including Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, the Minister of Finance, and the Minister of Social Protection), accusing them of ignoring the concerns of large families and failing to forward correspondence. The opposition is intense and focuses on procedural and political failures in the creation of exceptions. The Minister of Social Protection is criticized for directly refusing to discuss the exception with large families.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation demonstrates a respectful yet critical dialogue with the Chancellor of Justice, thanking him for his observations but immediately raising practical questions regarding the feasibility of the proposed solutions (the legal route). The speaker is seeking solutions but doubts how easy it would be to obtain assistance through judicial practice. Cooperation with other political groups is not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely on nationally established laws (such as the motor vehicle tax) and social policy concerning people with disabilities and large families. There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives center on the fair application of taxes, criticizing the insufficient scope and unfair treatment inherent in the exemptions for the motor vehicle tax. Greater tax relief is supported for socially vulnerable groups, specifically large families. Furthermore, the issue of state fees and the cost of legal aid is raised, noting that these expenses impede citizens' access to legal protection.
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Social Issues
Regarding social issues, strong emphasis is placed on the fair treatment and protection of people with disabilities and large families. The primary social concern is ensuring that new legislation does not create unfair burdens for these groups and that they are guaranteed access to legal aid.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on bringing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Traffic Act into compliance with the Constitution, particularly concerning the regulation of exemptions. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring citizens practical access to legal aid and the courts when challenging unfair taxation. The speaker is an advocate for amending the law, with a central focus on enhancing social justice.
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