Agenda Profile: Peeter Ernits
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the State Fee Act (735 SE)
2025-10-21
15th Riigikogu, Sixth Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is critical and procedure-centric, focusing on the transparency and justification of calculating state fees. The speaker calls into question both the long-term inaction (nearly 20 years) concerning amendments to the law, and the commission's lack of consensus and interest during the deliberation of the draft bill. The stance is strongly oriented toward scrutinizing the actions of the government and the commission.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding state duties and their calculation methodology, referencing detailed components received in previous years and the "breakdown of the statement." A specific financial justification is required for the origin of the figure presented, emphasizing the necessity of knowing where this sum came from.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, yet sharply interrogative and critical, especially concerning procedural silence. Figurative language is employed (e.g., "as if in a cemetery") to characterize the commission's consensus, and the emphasis rests on logical and historical justification. The speaker poses direct questions to demand accountability and clarification.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively engaged in the discussion phase, posing consecutive questions on the same subject. Reference is made to previous communication and the acquisition of data concerning state fee calculations, suggesting a sustained interest in the matter.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed primarily at the drafters of the bill (the origin of the figure) and the legislative committee, who stand accused of procedural inaction and failing to hold a proper debate. The opposition specifically targets opacity and the unjustified failure to provide justification for historical inaction.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on the transparent and justified calculation of state charges (government fees). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of knowing the precise derivation of the specific figure, which points to fiscal accountability and detailed control over government revenues.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill to amend the State Fees Act (735 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer of the bill, demanding clarification regarding both the substance of the amendments and the trigger for this long-term (18–20 year) period of inaction.
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