Session Profile: Jüri Jaanson

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

2025-01-29

Political Position
The speaker moderately supports the policy of adjusting age limits and the resulting fiscal savings, stressing that this is only justifiable if the savings are directed toward increasing social benefits for children with disabilities. The political focus remains on the targeted use of social expenditures and ensuring legal certainty during the transition period. This position is policy-driven and conditional.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker exhibits detailed expertise in social welfare legislation, especially regarding the social rehabilitation of individuals with reduced work capacity and the transitional periods for support payments. Specific terminology like "reduced work capacity" is employed, and a concrete transition date (February 2027) is cited. This expertise is directed toward guaranteeing the continuity of social services.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and focuses on clarification, addressing the presiding officer and the minister respectfully. The speaker asks direct and detailed questions to ensure clarity regarding the implementation of the law. A logical and policy-centric approach is employed, devoid of emotional appeals.

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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data.

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Opposition Stance
There is insufficient data.

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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is constructive and formal, manifesting in the submission of a direct question to the minister aimed at clarifying policy details and explaining the rights pertaining to the transition period.

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Regional Focus
There is insufficient data.

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Economic Views
The speaker acknowledges the value of the savings generated by changing the age limits but stresses that these must be directed toward social redistribution. Fiscal efficiency is prioritized, resulting in increased targeted social benefits for children with disabilities.

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Social Issues
The main social focus is on social benefits for children with disabilities and ensuring their rights to social rehabilitation during the transition period. The speaker emphasizes the continuity of the social safety net for children over 16 with reduced capacity for work, extending until they reach the age of 18.

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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on supporting and clarifying the implementation of the existing legal amendment to prevent gaps in the provision of social rehabilitation services. The speaker acts as a supporter and clarifier, concentrating on legal certainty during the transition period.

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