Session Profile: Hanah Lahe
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-02-21
Political Position
The political stance is focused on supporting the draft amendment to the Water Act and advancing its proceedings in the Riigikogu. The approach is heavily procedural and policy-driven, emphasizing strict adherence to the bill's deadlines and the presentation of committee decisions. The aim is to ensure the rapid movement of the draft bill toward the final vote.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence in both environmental law (specifically the Water Act) and the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, providing a detailed account of the committee's proceedings. The use of specific terminology, such as amendments "of a normative-technical nature," points to a detailed understanding of the bill's substance and its technical organization. This expertise is linked to the work of the Environment Committee and the activities of the Ministry of Climate.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly formal, neutral, and informative, suitable for the role of a parliamentary rapporteur. The speech is logically structured, focusing on the communication of facts, deadlines, and the summarizing of procedures. Emotional or persuasive appeals are absent; the presentation is factual and respectful ("Respected Chairman of the Session! Dear colleagues!").
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Activity Patterns
The operational pattern includes regular attendance at plenary sessions, where updates are provided on the committee’s work and the advancement of the procedure. The speaker is tied to specific legislative events and the calendar, referencing earlier readings and the scheduled date for the final vote (March 6, 2024).
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Opposition Stance
The speech does not mention any opposing parties or criticism, since no amendments were received by the deadline and the committee's decisions were consensual. Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasized the successful and consensual cooperation, specifically highlighting the joint efforts of officials from the Ministry of Climate and the Environment Committee in preparing five technical regulatory amendments. The Committee decided to support these changes unanimously, which demonstrates an openness to compromise and broad-based support.
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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 legislative focus is clearly directed towards the draft act amending the Water Act, the proceedings concerning which are a priority. The role of the rapporteur is to support and lead the process, ensuring the smooth passage of the bill from the conclusion of the second reading to the final vote. The objective is the clarification of norms through technical legislative amendments.
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