Agenda Profile: Mario Kadastik
Draft law amending the Competition Law (466 SE) – Second Reading
2024-11-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly focused on advancing the amendments to the Competition Act (466 SE), emphasizing procedural correctness and consensus-based decision-making. Moderate support is shown for the 10 million euro turnover threshold for vertical agreements proposed by the Ministry of Justice, prioritizing prudence over maximum deregulation. The overall framework is heavily centered on policy and procedure.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a profound knowledge of the legislative process and the specifics of competition law. This expertise is evident in the details, such as the handling of amendments, linguistic review, and the discussion surrounding the domestic turnover threshold for vertical agreements. Technical terminology is employed, and specific ministries and officials are referenced.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly formal, neutral, and informative, focusing on the chronological reporting of procedural steps. Logical appeals are utilized, referencing specific dates, commission meetings, and consensus decisions, thereby avoiding emotional evaluations. The language itself is detailed and procedural.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity is closely linked to the work of the leading committee (the Economic Affairs Committee), encompassing the preparation and execution of working group meetings and committee sessions. Specific dates (November 7, November 11) and the setting of the procedural schedule (November 20, December 4) are mentioned. The activity is rhythmic, focusing on the procedure between the two readings of the draft bill.
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Opposition Stance
There is an absence of direct opponents or criticism. It is noted that no amendments were received from members of the Riigikogu, which indicates widespread tacit approval of the draft bill. Among interest groups, feedback was received only from the Chancellor of Justice, which likewise does not indicate opposition.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and inclusive, emphasizing that all procedural decisions and proposed amendments received consensual support within the committee. Close cooperation took place with the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Finance, whose proposals were integrated into the draft legislation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on national legislation, particularly amendments to the Competition Act and their implementation in Estonia. Although the European Union maximum limit (50 million) is mentioned, the discussion centers on the domestic turnover threshold and its suitability for the Estonian market.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives support the modernization and clarity of competition regulation. The preference was to keep the turnover threshold for vertical agreements at 10 million euros, which indicates a cautious approach to easing the regulation. Flexibility is emphasized, as the threshold can later be adjusted by a ministerial decree.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on the deliberation of Draft Bill 466 SE (Amendment of the Competition Act) and advancing it to the second and third readings. The speaker is the primary procedural lead, ensuring the linguistic editing of the draft bill, the review of proposed amendments, and the confirmation of the consensus schedule.
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