Agenda Profile: Kristina Šmigun-Vähi
Draft law amending the Accounting Act for reducing bureaucracy (600 SE) - first reading
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the swift processing of the draft amendment to the Accounting Act (600 SE) aimed at reducing bureaucracy. The speaker strongly supports moving ahead with the procedure to ensure legal clarity for businesses as quickly as possible. This position is clearly policy- and results-driven, focusing on accelerating the legislative process.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence in the legislative process by providing an overview of the Economic Committee's decisions and agenda. He/She employs technical terminology, such as "preparation under the directive" and "technically sound," when comparing the content and technical aspects of the draft legislation. This expertise is focused on legislative procedures and financial regulations.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, substantive, and procedural, focusing on communicating the Economic Committee's decisions and presenting the facts. The tone is measured, yet it emphasizes the pressing need for swift action to ensure legal certainty. The arguments presented are primarily logical and fact-based.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker’s operational scope encompasses providing an overview of the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and clarifying procedural decisions for the full assembly. He/She specifically references the committee session held on May 12th and submits reports detailing the progress of the legislative process.
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Opposition Stance
No direct opponents have been identified, nor has any group been criticized. Instead, emphasis is placed on the Ministry of Finance's lack of opposition to the processing of the draft bill, which suggests conflict avoidance.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is open and consensual, emphasizing the Economic Affairs Committee's unanimous decision to move forward with the processing of the draft bill. Cooperation with the Ministry of Finance regarding technical amendments during the second reading is also mentioned. The aim is to rapidly achieve a shared outcome.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national and legislative level, addressing a comprehensive amendment to the law that affects all businesses. There is no specific regional emphasis.
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Economic Views
A clear preference for business interests is expressed, emphasizing the need to reduce bureaucracy and ensure legal clarity for entrepreneurs as quickly as possible. This indicates the easing of regulations and support for economic growth.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative priority is the processing of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Accounting Act (600 SE), which aims to reduce bureaucracy. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft and is pushing to expedite the proceedings, emphasizing the need to conclude the first reading without delay.
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