Agenda Profile: Mait Klaassen
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is on the draft amendment to the Hunting Act (Bill 567 SE), emphasizing the necessity of broadening the definition of "nuisance specimens." The speaker poses a policy-based question: should animals that cause property damage (deer, lynx) be treated identically to large predators (wolf, bear)? The stance is moderately critical of the bill's narrow focus, demanding a more serious and broader consideration.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding hunting and property damage caused by wildlife, highlighting specific nuisance individuals (lynx, deer) and their activities. He uses the technical term "nuisance individual" and is aware of specific methods of damage, such as the killing of sheep and poultry, and the tearing open of hay bales and silage rolls.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and serious, starting with an appeal to consider the topic more seriously ("Let's now think about this matter a little more seriously"). The speaker presents logical, detailed questions to clarify the scope of the bill, focusing on facts and definitions.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on issues related to rural areas and agriculture concerning the protection of property from damage caused by predators and other animals (sheep, silage bales). No specific region is emphasized, but the topic is regionally important.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the first reading of the draft Act to Amend the Hunting Act (Bill 567 SE). The speaker’s role is that of a detailed questioner, seeking to broaden the bill’s scope to include all animals that cause property damage, rather than limiting it solely to wolves and bears.
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