Agenda Profile: Anti Allas
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is on ensuring food supply security and regulating it as a national defense responsibility. The speaker conveys the position of the Government of the Republic, which is against draft bill 124 SE, as the government prefers a comprehensive solution through the Civil Crisis and National Defense Act. This position is strongly policy- and procedure-centric, emphasizing the administrative jurisdiction of the ministries and the consistency of legislation. The speaker expresses confidence that the issue will be resolved with a new draft bill within six months at the latest.
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Topic Expertise
The presenter demonstrates expertise in the legislative procedure, being familiar with committee discussions, votes, and the role of the representative of the lead committee. He/She is proficient in the legal framework of crisis management, referring to specific laws, the administrative scopes of ministries (the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture), and a European Union directive concerning the treatment of food supply as a vital service. The knowledge is detailed and relies on official sources (the Government Office, Representative of the Government of the Republic).
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, informative, and procedural, typical of a commission report. Emphasis is placed on logical arguments, referencing procedural actions, specific dates, and voting results. In addition to conveying the facts, the speaker expresses personal optimism and conviction that the issue is being addressed and will soon be comprehensively resolved.
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Activity Patterns
The course of action encompasses the role of the steering committee representative in the plenary session and active information gathering from the Government Office. The speaker describes the handling of the draft legislation in the committee (September 2023) and the subsequent personal inquiry regarding the government's plans. This demonstrates active participation in legislative follow-up and the fulfillment of accountability obligations.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at Bill 124 SE, not its initiators, and is strictly political and procedural in nature. The opposition stems from the narrow scope of the draft legislation and the reluctance to transfer a portion of the national defense function to the jurisdiction of another ministry, especially when a comprehensive solution is already under preparation. The majority of the committee (6 members) supported the motion to reject the bill.
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Collaboration Style
The style of collaboration is formal and commission-centric. A consensus decision regarding the inclusion of the draft bill on the agenda is noted, as well as a clear majority supporting the proposal to reject the bill. The speaker emphasizes the government's internal cooperation in preparing the new piece of legislation, which is currently undergoing the approval process.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the rejection of the draft amendment to the Emergency Situation Act (Bill 124 SE), as it is too narrow in scope and duplicates legislation that will soon be finalized. Concurrently, there is strong support for the rapid adoption of the draft Civil Crisis and National Defence Act, which will comprehensively address the issue of food supply security no later than the autumn of 2024.
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