Agenda Profile: Tiit Maran
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
There is strong political opposition to the proposed legislative amendments that would reduce the support options available to pupils and university students through Töötukassa (the Unemployment Insurance Fund). This stance is framed by policy and values, stressing that restricting opportunities for young people undermines the nation's competitiveness and intellectual capital. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of establishing a separate support system for youth to prevent them from being forced to apply for subsistence benefits.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in social benefit systems, particularly regarding the connections between the Estonian Unemployment Insurance Fund (Töötukassa) and subsistence benefits, and their impact on school pupils and university students. Emphasis is placed on the issue of social consequences and the absence of support mechanisms, noting the potential dependence of thousands of young people on either family or subsistence benefits.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is questioning and concerned, employing logical argumentation based on negative social consequences. The tone is formal and centers on political accountability, demanding an explanation as to why separate support for young people was not established.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the proponents of the bill, criticizing their failure to establish specific support or a solution for young people. The criticism is policy- and solution-oriented, focusing on the shortcomings of the social safety net.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing Estonia's competitiveness, as well as nationwide social benefit systems and their impact on school pupils and higher education students.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives directly link the support of youth to national competitiveness, emphasizing the necessity of investing in education and human capital. The existence of targeted social support mechanisms is advocated to ensure opportunities for young people and prevent their reliance on subsistence benefits.
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Social Issues
The primary social theme revolves around the well-being and social security of pupils and students. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring young people have opportunities to gain an education without falling into economic hardship.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill (519 SE) amending the Unemployment Insurance Act, which the speaker opposes. The objective is to protect the right of students (both pupils and university students) to benefits from the Unemployment Insurance Fund and to demand the creation of alternative solutions.
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