Agenda Profile: Tõnis Mölder
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance favors the reduction of bureaucracy, viewing it as an inherently worthwhile goal. However, the speaker expresses moderate skepticism regarding the practical impact of this specific draft bill, suggesting it might be mere window dressing that fails to solve existing problems. When formulating the position, the emphasis is placed on the law's actual workability and its effect on businesses.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the procedural processes for renewable energy developments, differentiating between ongoing and new projects. This expertise is based on direct communication with renewable energy providers and developers, whose critiques he conveys in parliament.
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Rhetorical Style
The style in question is polite and respectful when addressing the minister, yet it incorporates a critical question. The rhetoric is logical and pragmatic, focusing on the draft bill’s actual benefit to entrepreneurs and its limited scope. The term "butafooria" (stage props/sham) is used to intensify the criticism.
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Activity Patterns
The rapporteur is actively participating in the legislative process (at the first reading of the draft bill) and has previously consulted with renewable energy developers to gather input for the assessment of the draft bill.
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Opposition Stance
While direct opposition is not voiced, critics are questioning the practical value of the draft bill, suggesting it serves primarily to reduce the workload on officials rather than benefiting the interests of businesses. The criticism is focused on the policy’s scope and its actual real-world impact.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is inquisitive and constructive, calling upon the minister to either mitigate or refute the criticism that has been presented. This demonstrates a readiness for debates and the acceptance of clarifications.
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Regional Focus
There is not enough data.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives stress the need to protect business interests and advocate for regulatory relief (cutting red tape), on the condition that it yields genuine practical benefits. Concerns have been raised that the legislation does not adequately facilitate the realization of large-scale projects.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft legislation aimed at accelerating the deployment of renewable energy and reducing bureaucracy. The speaker is a critical assessor of the bill, expressing skepticism regarding its true scope because it fails to apply to projects that are already underway.
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