Agenda Profile: Tanel Tein
Chair implementation
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The speaker strongly advocates for the strategic shaping of the gambling sector's tax framework to boost state revenues and channel them specifically into the development of culture and sports. His position is policy-driven and results-oriented, emphasizing well-considered fiscal measures necessary to ensure competitiveness. He has initiated a bill aimed at generating additional state revenue through tax design.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy and the regulation of the gambling sector, utilizing specific terminology such as the "remote gambling tax rate" and "Financial Intelligence Unit approval." They present detailed figures (0.5% annually, up to the 4% level by 2029) and explain the mechanisms for establishing new funds (e.g., the sports facility fund) under the Cultural Endowment. The expertise encompasses both fiscal policy and measures aimed at ensuring the security of the sector.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, professional, and logical, centering on the clear presentation of the proposal's structure and objectives. The speaker frequently employs bullet points and technical terminology, underscoring deliberate and strategic actions. The tone is optimistic, emphasizing positive outcomes (such as increased revenue, security, and growth).
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Activity Patterns
Based on the data, a pattern of activity is evident when submitting a legislative initiative to the Riigikogu, specifically by introducing the draft act amending the Gambling Act and other legislation.
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Opposition Stance
There is not enough data.
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Collaboration Style
The presenter is acting in cooperation, submitting the draft bill together with 15 members of the Riigikogu, which points to broad-based support for this legislative initiative. The cooperation is aimed at initiating and formally tabling the draft bill.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (growing the state's revenue base, nationally significant sports facilities) and global competitiveness (attracting additional revenue for Estonia from the global market). Specific local or regional interests are absent.
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Economic Views
Economic views support a strategic tax policy where targeted tax rate reduction is a means of bringing global market tax revenue into Estonia and maintaining the competitiveness of the business environment. Emphasis is placed on increasing revenues and allocating them specifically to the fields of culture and sports. Furthermore, support is given to incentivizing the involvement of private capital through additional state subsidies.
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Social Issues
Within the social sectors, the focus is placed on supporting the development of culture and sports through gambling revenues by establishing special funds. Crucial emphasis is also laid on the security and transparency of the sector, necessitating approval from the Financial Intelligence Unit and mandatory accounting audits.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on amending the Gambling Act and other legislation to optimize the tax structure and enhance the security of the sector. The speaker is acting as the initiator, submitting a draft bill the purpose of which is to establish new state funds and tighten regulations for operators.
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