Agenda Profile: Jüri Jaanson

Second reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)

2024-12-11

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Political Position
The political focus is directed toward adherence to the Riigikogu's rules of procedure and procedural regulations. The speaker strongly supports the strict application of the provisions of the Parliament's Rules of Procedure Act (KOTS), emphasizing the requirement for questions to be posed in the singular form and adherence to established time limits. This stance is heavily procedural, rather than substantive regarding the bill currently on the agenda.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, precisely citing Section 68 and its subsection 3. The professional focus is directed toward the grammatical interpretation of the legal text (the singular form "question") and the application of procedural rules in the plenary hall.

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Rhetorical Style
The discourse is formal and analytical, relying on legal statutes and logical argumentation. To deliver criticism, a sharp, slightly combative metaphor is employed, describing the opponent's actions as "firing questions like a machine gun."

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Activity Patterns
The speaker's activity is confined to a single day of session, during which three short interventions are delivered consecutively, all focusing on the same procedural matter. This pattern indicates a swift reaction to the disturbance that occurred in the chamber.

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Opposition Stance
The opposition's stance is directed at the actions of colleague Reinsalu, who is being criticized for violating parliamentary procedure due to the overly rapid and voluminous submission of questions. The criticism is intense and strictly procedural, demanding an end to the violation of parliamentary practices.

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Collaboration Style
The current style of cooperation is confrontational, centered on demanding strict adherence to procedural rules. At the same time, agreement is expressed regarding the maintenance of general parliamentary customs and order, stating that "customs should not be broken."

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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 directed toward the strict implementation and supervision of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. The speaker's priority is maintaining procedural order in the plenary hall, serving as both the interpreter and the executor of the law.

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