Agenda Profile: Mati Raidma
Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and other laws (662 SE) - third reading
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The political focus is clearly on national defense and societal resilience, which are considered priority issues. The speaker strongly and urgently supports the accelerated development of civil defense, stressing the need to establish a legislative framework. The Reform Party affirms that Estonia's security, defense capabilities, and crisis resilience are their unwavering priority.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of comprehensive national defense and civil protection, utilizing specific legislative terminology. They highlight concrete regulations, such as the national threat notification system EE-ALARM, requirements for taking shelter, and the Rescue Board's increasingly established role as a civil protection authority.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and serious, underscoring the time-critical nature of the issue and the necessity of prompt action. The address is balanced, incorporating both logical arguments (detailing the content of the legislation) and recognition for public sector bodies for their sense of mission.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker refers to a long-standing effort, noting that they have been discussing the need for civil defense for "several years." The current pattern of activity is connected to the final stage of the legislative process in the Riigikogu (the Estonian Parliament) (the third reading and final vote).
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasized cooperation and recognized the contribution of various ministries (Internal Affairs, Social Affairs), government agencies, and local authorities in the development of civil defense. Clear support was expressed by the Reform Party for the adoption of the law.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly at the national level, concentrating on national defense and the overall resilience of society to crises. Local municipalities are mentioned only in the context of their role in implementing national civil protection measures.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The social focus is directed toward the protection of the population and the enhancement of crisis preparedness. Emphasis is placed on the self-sufficiency of individuals in crisis situations, as well as the state's obligation to provide hazard information (EE-ALARM) and training.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the adoption of the draft bill (662 SE) containing amendments to the Emergency Situation Act and other legislation on the third reading. The speaker is a strong proponent, stressing the need to create the necessary legislative framework for the accelerated development of civil protection.
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