Agenda Profile: Henn Põlluaas
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Defence League Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (335 SE)
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly supportive of the outcome reached by the National Defence Committee—an outcome considered "extremely welcome." The focus remains procedural and policy-based, centered on successfully concluding the legislative process. The speaker expresses satisfaction with the achieved result but leaves open the question of potential future room for development.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the legislation related to national defense and is familiar with the progress of the internal processes of the National Defense Committee ("having followed and heard how this process proceeded within the National Defense Committee"). The main topic is the draft amendment to the Estonian Defence League Act.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is polite, formal, and appreciative, utilizing the forms of address "Honorable Chair" and "Esteemed Presenter." A strong positive emotional assessment is employed ("highly commendable"), which is then followed by a direct, procedural question regarding the presenter's personal assessment.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of engagement is restricted to asking a single question during the second reading of the bill in the plenary session. The speaker indicates that they have been following the legislative process in the committee from the sidelines.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is appreciative, praising the work of the National Defence Committee and the results achieved. Communication with the rapporteur is respectful and open, seeking their personal assessment of the compromise's success.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Defence League Act and consequently amending other associated acts (Bill 335 SE). The speaker is acting as an advocate, emphasizing the success of the process and the positive reception of the outcome achieved within the National Defence Committee.
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