Agenda Profile: Jüri Jaanson
Draft law amending the Health Services Organisation Act (advance directive of a patient’s end-of-life will) – first reading (604 SE)
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker strongly supports amending the Health Services Organization Act concerning a patient’s end-of-life declaration of will, calling it a very clear step forward in societal development. This political position is value-based, emphasizing progress and the necessity of resolving technical and substantive issues related to the bill’s entry into force. A question is raised as to why the bill is scheduled to take effect only in 2027.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a profound interest in the legal and practical application of the patient's advance directive, distinguishing between situations where the patient is conscious and unconscious. Technical questions are posed regarding the effective date of the law and the obligations of healthcare professionals upon locating the directive. A clear comparison is requested between the situation before and after the law's adoption, citing as examples an advance directive on paper or one marked on the hand.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the Minister to seek clarification. The speaker adopts a constructive and interrogative tone, focusing on logical arguments and repeatedly requesting that the differences in the situation, both before and after the law's adoption, be clearly outlined. The objective is to gain precise details concerning the scope and implementation of the legislation.
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to two addresses during a single session, which suggests active participation in the debate surrounding the first reading of this draft law. Both addresses were directed at the minister and focused on the specifics of the bill.
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Opposition Stance
There is not enough data.
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Collaboration Style
The format of cooperation is directed straight to the minister, posing clarifying and substantive questions for better understanding and implementation of the draft bill. This indicates a desire to collaborate in ensuring the quality and clarity of the legislation.
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Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
The primary social topic is patient autonomy and end-of-life declarations of will (advance directives), which the speaker considers a necessary step forward for society. The emphasis is placed on the individual's right to express their wishes while in an unconscious state and the legal guarantee of those wishes.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Health Services Organization Act (patient's end-of-life declaration of will) (Draft 604 SE). The speaker supports the draft but focuses on its technical details, such as the effective date and the scope of the law's application concerning unconscious individuals.
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