Agenda Profile: Õnne Pillak
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Railway Act and the State Fee Act (Bill 716 SE)
2025-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position focuses on technical amendments concerning the management of railway sector regulations and state fees. Support is given to extending the deadlines for safety permits, citing an audit by the European Union Agency for Railways that calls for more thorough scrutiny. Furthermore, the abolition of state fees for services that are no longer required is supported, demonstrating a commitment to reducing the administrative burden.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in railway sector regulations and administrative procedures, particularly regarding the deadlines for issuing safety authorizations and the structure of state fees. This expertise stems from committee discussions and technical details provided by ministry representatives, citing the audit results of the European Union Agency for Railways. The speaker is capable of accurately conveying explanations concerning bureaucracy and service accessibility.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, neutral, and procedural, serving the role of the presenter summarizing the Economic Committee's discussion. It utilizes logical appeals and technical language (e.g., safety permits, state fees), while strictly avoiding emotional expressions. The objective is to convey information accurately and thoroughly, addressing questions based on the commission's official minutes.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in committee work, serving as the rapporteur and summarizer of the Economic Affairs Committee's discussion (on October 13th) before the Riigikogu plenary session. He/She was assigned the role of the lead committee's representative during the first reading of the draft bill. This pattern of activity is linked to managing the legislative process and conveying information.
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Opposition Stance
There are no direct attacks or criticism aimed at the opposing sides. The speaker addresses the issues raised in the committee (e.g., the threat of increased bureaucracy or lack of funding), providing ministry explanations and assurances in response.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and institutional, emphasizing the "consensual decisions" made within the commission. Close cooperation was maintained with ministry representatives, including Infrastructure Minister Kuldar Leisi, in order to gain a comprehensive overview of the draft legislation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national railway regulation and meeting the requirements set at the European level (audit by the European Railway Agency). There are no specific regional or local interests involved; the subject concerns nationwide infrastructure and administrative management.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on administrative efficiency and budget transparency, supporting the abolition of state fees for services that are no longer required. It is confirmed that the necessary financial resources for Estonian Railways for 2026 and 2027 have been allocated in the budget and will be specified annually.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft act amending the Railway Act and the State Fees Act (716 SE). The objective is to improve the quality of safety permit inspections in line with European requirements and to reduce state fees for services that are no longer necessary, as I am the representative of the lead committee for this draft act.
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