Agenda Profile: Hanah Lahe

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Water Act (346 SE)

2024-01-16

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Political Position
The political position is both procedural and policy-driven, focusing on the handling of the draft bill (346 SE) to amend the Water Act. The speaker supports the Environmental Committee's consensus proposal to conclude the first reading of the bill. The focus is on the proper execution of the legislative process and the communication of the committee's findings.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process and matters concerning the aquatic environment by referencing specific issues discussed by the committee. These topics included the demand for water reuse, water usage permits, and the restriction and differentiation of drinking water use. This expertise is based on summarizing the input provided to the committee by officials and the minister of the Ministry of Climate.

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Rhetorical Style
The style of discourse is formal, neutral, and strictly informative, fulfilling the role of a rapporteur. Emphasis is placed on the logical and procedural presentation of details, specifically mentioning the date of the meeting, participants, and the substance of the discussion. Emotional or persuasive appeals are not utilized; instead, a summary of the commission's work is conveyed.

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Activity Patterns
The operational pattern involves reporting the results of parliamentary committee work to the plenary assembly. Specifically, reference is made to the Environmental Committee meeting held on January 9, 2024, demonstrating regular participation in the committee's activities.

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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes collaboration, highlighting the consensus decision reached by the members of the Environment Committee during the processing of the draft legislation. He/She also noted the cooperation with representatives of the Ministry of Climate (the Minister, the Deputy Secretary General, the Head of Department, and advisors), who introduced the draft bill to the committee.

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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 primary legislative focus is the processing of the draft Act amending the Water Act (Bill 346 SE). The speaker's role is supportive and procedural, contributing to the completion of the bill's first reading as the rapporteur for the Environment Committee.

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