By Months: Andre Hanimägi
Total Months: 10
Fully Profiled: 10
12.2024
4 Speeches
The legislative focus is on the transposition of the Directive on representative actions for the protection of the collective interests of consumers (Draft 334 SE). The speaker, acting as the rapporteur, is concentrating specifically on the established thresholds (10 versus 20 consumers) and the designation of the competent authorities. He/She also stressed the necessity of considering legislative amendments that would provide the state with greater leverage in combating serious crimes committed by minors.
11.2024
9 Speeches
The main legislative priorities are ensuring the rule of law and security, and improving access to justice. He/She is the initiator and supporter of the draft bill restricting land registry data, the amendment to the regulation on procedural assistance in the Code of Civil Procedure (at the proposal of the Chancellor of Justice), and the amendment of the Constitution regarding voting rights.
10.2024
6 Speeches
The main legislative priorities are related to the rule of law and judicial administration, including the transfer of service provision for individuals sentenced to detention (arrest) to Tallinn Prison, and ensuring the clarity of the Child Protection Act. He/She is an active opponent of draft legislation that threatens legal certainty, such as Mart Maastik's proposal concerning applications for the reopening of proceedings (judicial review).
09.2024
7 Speeches
The legislative focus is currently on amending the Code of Civil Procedure to improve procedural assistance, and optimizing the enforcement procedure for sanctions between the Security Police and the Tax and Customs Board. The speaker is an active initiator (via the Legal Affairs Committee) and supporter, concentrating on bringing laws into compliance with the constitution and enhancing cooperation between government agencies. They also see the necessity of reviewing legislative possibilities for the use of technology and artificial intelligence.
06.2024
6 Speeches
The main legislative priorities are strengthening consumer protection (e.g., the Credit Collection Act) and establishing the institution of the Financial Ombudsman. He/She is also active in discussions concerning the assurance of constitutional consistency (procedural assistance) and in matters of environmental regulation (shoreline protection).
05.2024
11 Speeches
The main legislative priorities are streamlining the e-voting system and increasing its security, along with establishing the position of Financial Ombudsman within the Financial Supervision Authority. He supports the bill regulating specialized care services, which will improve the accessibility and quality of those services. He is critical of bills that support nuclear energy before sufficient analyses have been completed.
04.2024
4 Speeches
The primary legislative focus is on the social sphere. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill addressing the employment of individuals on long-term sick leave and the expansion of the care allowance for parents. The speaker adopts a supportive stance, acknowledging the diligent work of the Social Affairs Committee and the minister. Furthermore, they participate in discussions concerning long-term energy policy and the analysis of alternatives to a nuclear power plant.
03.2024
1 Speeches
The legislative focus is on systemic changes in healthcare governance, including strengthening the ownership structures of hospitals and increasing state-level steering. The speaker is acting as the initiator and proponent of the reform, seeking solutions through systemic change.
02.2024
10 Speeches
The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, which grants the state flexibility in managing large construction projects (such as the ERR building) to prevent delays and financial waste, while remaining critical of the decade-long saga. He/She opposes bills that restrict the rights of electoral alliances in local elections. He/She also participates in discussions concerning the termination of treaties concluded with Russia and the restriction of property acquisition.
01.2024
2 Speeches
The legislative focus is currently directed toward the draft bill on birth registration, where the speaker is seeking explanations and clarifying procedures, emphasizing the health aspect. The second priority is the policy concerning the reorganization of the education network and resolving the contradictions arising from its implementation.