Session Profile: Andre Hanimägi
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
2024-09-25
Political Position
The political position is policy-based, focusing on the elimination of market failures in regional policy, particularly in supporting job creation and the initiation of new businesses. Another important topic is the enhancement of security and legal proceedings, where changing the procedure for processing sanctions is supported, considering this highly sensible for alleviating the workload of the Security Police.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise manifests itself in the legislative process and in the communication of the details of the work of the Legal Affairs Committee, including the clarification of procedural decisions (deadlines, consensus) and inter-agency cooperation (KAPO and MTA). Furthermore, knowledge regarding the specific problems of regional policy and entrepreneurship in Southeast Estonia has been highlighted, such as obtaining loans and addressing market failures.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal and respectful, whether addressing ministers or colleagues. The style remains largely analytical and procedural, particularly when communicating the specifics of the Legal Committee's deliberations. The preference is for logical arguments and fact-based reporting, rather than emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in plenary sessions, asking the minister questions regarding regional policy and fulfilling the role of rapporteur for the draft legislation, as appointed by the Legal Committee. Activity patterns include participating in the committee session (September 16) and thoroughly presenting the results of that session to the plenary.
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Opposition Stance
There is no opposition. The focus is on implementing the policy and achieving procedural clarity, rather than criticizing opponents. The discussion of the draft focused more on the details of inter-agency cooperation than on political confrontation.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative approach is consensus-based, stressing close inter-agency cooperation (ministries, KAPO, MTA) in the development of the draft legislation. The Legal Affairs Committee’s decision to conclude the first reading of the bill was consensual, indicating both an openness to compromise and widespread support.
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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus, emphasizing the issues faced by entrepreneurs in South-Eastern Estonia regarding access to loans and starting a business. Key regional policy terms include jobs, high-speed internet, and adequate housing in rural areas, the lack of which is treated as market failures.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on supporting regional growth and eliminating market failures that prevent people from starting businesses and securing loans. Emphasis is placed on the importance of having jobs and housing available in rural areas, demonstrating a commitment to supporting local entrepreneurial interests.
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Social Issues
Social issues are addressed indirectly within the context of regional policy, highlighting the necessity of having residences and employment opportunities in rural areas to prevent out-migration. Specific socio-political standpoints (e.g., education, healthcare) are not put forward.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on amending the procedure for handling sanctions so that the Tax and Customs Board can deal with minor violations (under 10,000 euros), thereby easing the workload of the Security Police. The speaker supports the draft legislation and is responsible for presenting the procedural decisions made by the Legal Affairs Committee, ensuring the bill's smooth passage through the plenary session.
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