Agenda Profile: Jaanus Karilaid

Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

2025-05-07

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Political Position
The political position centers on protecting the autonomy and rights of local government (KOV) concerning the amendments to the Planning Act that accelerate the deployment of renewable energy. The speaker emphasizes the procedural framework, inquiring about the preservation of the municipal council's right of veto and the shortening of public debate. The position is clearly policy- and administration-based, seeking clarity regarding the scope of local government authority.

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Topic Expertise
The expertise is evident in the knowledge of the Planning Act and local government administrative procedures, asking precise questions about the duration of the public hearing, the notification period, and the municipal council's right of veto. The speaker is able to distinguish the various procedural aspects of the draft legislation pertaining to local planning.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style employed is formal, matter-of-fact, and interrogative. The speaker addresses the presenter, requesting a concise overview and explanation, and utilizes a logical approach to elicit specific, factual answers concerning the impact of the draft legislation.

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Activity Patterns
A single instance of participation in the legislative debate is noted through the submission of a question during the second reading. The speaker remarks that the first reading is "sufficiently far back," which indicates participation in the bill's earlier proceedings.

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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data

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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is professional and dialogue-oriented, addressing the rapporteur with a request to provide a concise overview of the draft bill's amendments. This demonstrates a readiness to participate in legislative dialogue to obtain clarifications.

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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly regional, concentrating exclusively on local government (LGO) aspects and whether the council retains the right of veto over what happens "on its territory."

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Economic Views
Not enough data.

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Social Issues
Not enough data.

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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the second reading of the Act amending the Planning Act and other acts (541 SE), the objective of which is to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy. The speaker is acting as a questioner seeking clarification, focusing on the bill's impact on local government procedures and veto power.

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