Agenda Profile: Peeter Ernits
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Railway Act and the State Fee Act (Bill 716 SE)
2025-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is currently directed towards the technical and substantive analysis of the draft amendment to the Railway Act. The speaker’s position is inquisitive, seeking clarification on the content of the underlying Regulation (EU) 2021/782 of the European Parliament and of the Council, which addresses the rights of rail passengers. The overall stance is policy-driven, concentrating on the precise implementation of the regulation.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker shows a specific interest in railway transport regulations, citing the exact EU regulation number (2021/782). They demonstrate a degree of professional awareness, highlighting the nuances of technical terminology ("it's 'pöörmed' rather than 'pöörangud'") and looking for a substantive discussion on the draft's content.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is polite and formal, beginning with a greeting and an apology for not having directed the question to the Minister. The speaker employs a logical and interrogative approach, seeking specific legislative and substantive clarifications. The tone is generally professional, containing a slight note of irony regarding the technical language.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively involved in the legislative process, posing questions during the bill's first reading in the early hours of the morning. He/She notes that he/she did not manage to put the question to the minister, which points to participation, but not always optimal timing.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is polite and respectful toward the presenter, seeking substantive assistance and clarification from them. The speaker wishes to understand what was essentially discussed during the draft bill's debates, demonstrating an openness to receiving information.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly on national legislation (the Railway Act) and how it relates to international (EU) regulation. There is absolutely no mention of local or regional projects or communities.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Railway Act and the State Fees Act (Bill 716 SE). The speaker is acting as the substantive analyst for the bill, stressing the need to understand exactly how the EU regulation concerning the rights of rail passengers has been transposed into national law and what specific additions have been made.
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