Session Profile: Jüri Jaanson
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-12-11
Political Position
The political focus is split between procedural issues and environmental legislation. Procedurally, the speaker demands strict adherence to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, criticizing the submission of "machine-gun style" questions. Substantively, he supports amendments to the Building and Water Acts, which are aimed at reducing bureaucracy and increasing the role of local governments.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates strong expertise both in the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (referencing RKKTS § 68, subsection 3) and in environmental law. He/She provides a comprehensive overview of the committee’s discussion, highlighting technical details (e.g., ODEX technology, the measurement threshold for groundwater reserves of 500 m³ per day) and specific data on resource savings (approximately 40,000 euros, or 1.5 full-time positions).
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is predominantly formal, analytical, and informative, especially when introducing the draft law, where a fact-based overview of the committee's work is central. In procedural matters, the tone is corrective and resolute, employing figurative language (e.g., "shooting questions like a machine gun") to call a colleague to order.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during the plenary session, raising procedural questions and serving as the representative for the lead committee during the first reading of the bill. His activity pattern involves comprehensive work within the Environment Committee, including participation in the December 2nd session, and detailed reporting on the outcomes of that work.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Direct criticism is aimed at colleague Reinsalu over the violation of procedural rules, deeming the submission of multiple questions within one minute inappropriate. No substantive opposition is expressed, but the concerns of companies regarding the bill’s potential constitutional infringement and economic impact are acknowledged, leaving these topics as subjects for further discussion.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker is collaborative and emphasizes the need for consensus, noting that all procedural decisions made by the Environment Committee were adopted unanimously. He/She expresses openness to further constructive discussion regarding the draft legislation, including issues related to mineral deposits and boreholes, as well as questions of constitutionality.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national legislation relating to the Water and Building Codes and administrative cooperation. A significant regional aspect involves the increasing role of local municipalities in regulating the construction of boreholes and the planning of centralized water supply systems.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker supports regulatory amendments that result in economic cost savings for the state and streamline bureaucracy, citing the Environmental Board's resource savings of approximately 40,000 euros as an example. He/She also points out the concerns raised by businesses regarding the potential adverse economic effects of the draft bill on drilling operators.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Social issues indirectly covered include ensuring water quality and the collection of wastewater from individual households (specifically biopurifiers and septic tanks). It is noted that this particular area is being addressed through a separate legislative amendment. The text also mentions the cost of certifying water samples (ranging from 72 to 300 euros) for small businesses.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the draft Act amending the Building Code, the Administrative Cooperation Act, and the Water Act. The speaker is a representative and supporter of the leading committee for the bill, focusing on the transparency of the proceedings and the reduction of bureaucracy when processing permits for drilling wells.
5 Speeches Analyzed