Agenda Profile: Peeter Ernits
First reading of the Draft Act (726 SE) amending the Code of Enforcement Procedure and the Act on the Implementation of the Code of Civil Procedure and the Code of Enforcement Procedure
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is directed toward the transparency of legislative procedures and the clarity of law implementation. The speaker criticizes the inadequate documentation surrounding a previous legal amendment (the creation of the debtor registry) and calls for more thorough recording of debates to prevent the introduction of provisions of unclear origin. The stance is moderately critical regarding procedural deficiencies and centers on a policy- and procedure-based framework.
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Topic Expertise
The presenter demonstrates a strong grasp of legislative procedures, citing bill readings and emphasizing the necessity of documenting the development of amendments. The primary focus is on changes to the Code of Enforcement Procedure, the public disclosure of the list of debtors, and the specific nuances involved in amending the statutes (governing documents) of various institutions. Furthermore, the speaker is well-versed in matters concerning the entry into force of legislation and the alignment of implementing acts.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and interrogative, addressing the chairman, the rapporteur, and the minister directly. The emphasis is on logical argumentation and highlighting ambiguities, using a neutral tone (e.g., "I find this inclusion into the basic regulations a bit confusing"). The speaker employs rhetoric to stress the necessity of procedural correctness and documentation.
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Activity Patterns
The representative is actively involved in the legislative process, participating both in committee discussions ("In the committee, I asked and we discussed") and by submitting questions during the first reading of the draft bill in the Riigikogu chamber. This pattern of activity suggests thorough preparatory work and a strong focus on detail.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed primarily at deficiencies in legislative procedure (such as undocumented amendments) and the ambiguity of implementing acts, rather than targeting specific political opponents. The speaker casts doubt on the quality and transparency of the preceding legislative process.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker shows a willingness to cooperate, referencing the discussions held in the committee and posing questions directly to the Minister to gain clarity. The approach taken with the Minister is courteous and centered on finding solutions.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Code of Enforcement Procedure and the Act Implementing the Code of Civil Procedure and the Code of Enforcement Procedure (Bill 726 SE). The priority is improving the legislative process (documentation) and clarifying the schedule for the entry into force of implementing acts (statutes).
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