Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The political position centers on the absence of data concerning the consolidated impact of changes to the tax burden. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring that both members of parliament and the public are well-informed for the purpose of a substantive debate, indicating a strong commitment to procedural integrity and transparency. The position is policy- and results-driven, demanding that those responsible complete the necessary work.
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Topic Expertise
The expert assessment concerns the analysis of fiscal policy and the tax burden, utilizing specific terminology such as "consolidated impact" and "changes in levies." Emphasis is placed on the methodological aspect of data collection and presentation to ensure the quality of legislative work.
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Rhetorical Style
The style of discourse is direct and demanding, focusing on the logical appeal (the necessity of being informed). A slight moral emphasis is placed on the need to complete the work ("Work must be done") in response to the opposing party's claims regarding the complexity of data collection. The tone is formal, yet it contains criticism concerning procedural inefficiency.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is confined to a single address delivered in the Riigikogu chamber during the first reading of the draft Tax Peace Act. The address is presented in the form of a question, demanding specific action.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is directed at the Chair of the Finance Committee (Annely) and her response that collecting the data would be too much work. The criticism is procedural and is based on the failure to fulfill duties, emphasizing that the necessary work must be completed.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperative style is evident in the direct address to the Chairman of the Finance Committee, requesting him to arrange the consolidation and distribution of data to all members of the Riigikogu. This indicates a desire to improve the level of information across the parliament more broadly, irrespective of factional boundaries.
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Regional Focus
Not enough data
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Economic Views
Economic considerations focus on the transparent analysis of the full and consolidated impact of changes to the tax burden. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of knowing the aggregate impact of changes to all levies and charges, in order to ensure responsible fiscal policy.
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Social Issues
Not enough data
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the procedural aspects of handling the Draft Act on Establishing Tax Amnesty (Bill 607 SE). The primary priority is to ensure that consolidated impact assessments are made available before the tax law is adopted, thereby supporting a meaningful debate.
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