Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme

Third Reading of the Draft Act amending the Health Insurance Act and related Acts (Prevention of Incapacity for Work) (Bill 377 SE)

2024-04-16

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Political Position
The political activity is heavily focused on procedural maneuvering, repeatedly requesting recesses before votes. This suggests a desire to influence the adoption of the Act Amending the Health Insurance Act (377 SE) by utilizing parliamentary procedural instruments. The approach is strongly procedure-based, not substantive.

2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
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Rhetorical Style
The speaking style is formal and direct, respectfully addressing the chairperson with the phrase "dear chairperson." In the second speech, slight irony or a hint at repetitive actions is used with the phrase "As has become the custom today."

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Activity Patterns
The Speaker has been very active during this sitting day, demonstrating a repetitive pattern of requesting 10-minute recesses immediately preceding the start of voting. This suggests a targeted and rhythmic intervention in the work of the parliament.

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Opposition Stance
The opposition is purely procedural, centering on the postponement of votes through the taking of recesses. Specific opponents or political criticisms are not being raised; the attacks are directed at the parliament's organization of work.

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Collaboration Style
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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 legislative focus is aimed at procedural intervention during the third reading of the Act amending the Health Insurance Act (Bill 377 SE). The speaker's priority is the postponement of the vote, acting as a procedural obstructionist.

2 Speeches Analyzed