Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Subsoil Act (435 SE)
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly against Draft Bill 435 SE, labeling it anti-business and imposed. The criticism centers on procedural deficiencies (insufficient engagement, the formality of the coordination table) and the disregard for socio-economic impact. The draft bill is strongly opposed because it undermines the confidence of entrepreneurs and regional employment.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures (e.g., Drafting Intention, ex-post evaluation) and the operational structure of the Environmental Board. Particular emphasis is placed on the processing of oil shale mining permits, the cost of environmental impact assessments, and aspects related to planning certainty for businesses. The speaker is also aware of the government's austerity plans and their potential impact on the staffing levels of civil servants.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is critical and direct, employing strong judgments (e.g., "business-hostile bill"). Emphasis is placed on both logical arguments (failure to compensate costs, procedural errors) and emotional connections (origin/background, putting bread on the table) to highlight the negative impact of the bill. Repeated questions are directed at the minister to underscore the lack of answers.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker demands active engagement and meetings with entrepreneurs from the minister, citing a previous meeting held in September 2023. The criticism focuses on the minister's passivity and unwillingness to communicate with stakeholders again before the draft bill is presented.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition is aimed at the minister and the government, criticizing them for rushing the process, failing to involve stakeholders, and ignoring the concerns of businesses. The criticism is both procedural (specifically regarding the formality of the coordination table) and political, accusing the government of forcing the bill through and underestimating its socio-economic impact.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
This demonstrates cooperation with other opponents of the bill, strongly agreeing with the previous speaker's views regarding the bill's anti-business nature. There is no information available regarding the government seeking or offering a compromise.
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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus is placed on the oil shale mining area, underscoring a personal commitment and concern for local socio-economic stability. It is stressed that the draft legislation will directly impact electricity generation and the development of the oil shale chemical industry in the Narva region.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Supports the confidence of entrepreneurs and demands state compensation for costs arising from the suspension of proceedings. It contrasts public sector wage increases and the creation of official jobs with the failure to provide certainty to the real economy (mining). It opposes regulations that impose large uncompensated costs on businesses.
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Social Issues
The social focus centers on the concerns of workers and job security within the oil shale sector. It is stressed that suspending the processing of permits will lead to significant social consequences, as it restricts the potential working hours of miners and generates uncertainty.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the opposition to Draft Law 435 SE concerning the Subsurface Resources Act. There is a demand for the suspension of the bill's proceedings, or at minimum, a thorough socio-economic post-evaluation and compensation for the costs incurred by businesses.
5 Speeches Analyzed