Agenda Profile: Irja Lutsar
Draft law amending the Public Health Act (617 SE) – first reading
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is cautious yet demanding, focusing on securing public support within Estonia for the draft legislation (likely a time zone change) and establishing its international justification. Questions are being raised that point to concerns regarding Estonia's regional isolation from its neighbors. The position is primarily policy- and fact-driven, requiring the submission of results from relevant studies and negotiations.
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Topic Expertise
Expertise is demonstrated through the ability to ask detailed questions regarding public support surveys and international coordination with European countries. Particular emphasis is placed on the practical impact of time zone differences on Estonia compared to its immediate neighbors. Knowledge is also shown in procedural matters, ensuring that their questions are heard.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct and interrogative, focusing on logical and fact-based demands. The tone is initially polite but subsequently shifts to confident once the technical problem is resolved ("I can speak loudly"). Instead of emotional appeals, the text demands specific knowledge and rationale, particularly concerning the foundation of the waiter's "belief."
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Activity Patterns
The scope of activity is confined to participation in the Riigikogu session for the first reading of the bill amending the Public Health Act in June 2025. The speaker makes brief, yet substantive interventions, covering both procedural remarks and substantive questions.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is aimed more at the inadequacy of the bill's preparation and the presenter's credibility, rather than at the individuals themselves. The criticism is manifested in the demand for evidence (studies, negotiations) to be presented, instead of relying on the presenter's personal beliefs. The bill's international context and public support are also being called into question.
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Collaboration Style
The working style is formal and focuses on acquiring knowledge by posing questions to the presenter. The data does not indicate openness to compromise or cooperation with other members of parliament.
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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus defines Estonia's position relative to its immediate neighbors (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden). Particular concern is being emphasized that Estonia might become an isolated "small island" regarding the time zone issue, where the time differs from its neighbors for six months of the year.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The focus regarding social issues is currently on the amendment to the Public Health Act, where there is a strong emphasis on the need to gauge Estonian public support for the change. This highlights concerns about the bill's social acceptability and overall legitimacy.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Public Health Act (617 SE). The speaker is acting as a skeptical questioner regarding the bill, demanding further information and justification during the first reading. The main objective is to determine the draft’s impact on regional coordination and public opinion.
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