Agenda Profile: Marek Reinaas
Draft law amending the Consumer Protection Act (624 SE) - Second Reading
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly geared towards strengthening consumer protection, emphasizing that in the event of a dispute, the trader must prove the consumer's consent to receive an e-invoice. A rapid transition from paper invoices to electronic ones is supported, setting September 1, 2025, as the new effective date. The stance is clearly policy- and results-driven, focusing on the practical implementation of the legal amendment and the protection of consumer rights.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding amendments to the Consumer Protection Act and procedural details, referencing specific sections and the substantive impact of the proposed amendments (e.g., the burden of proof in the event of a dispute). This expertise is also evident in the management of legislative procedures and deadlines, including familiarity with the provisions of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act.
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Rhetorical Style
The address is formal, substantive, and procedural, focusing on reporting the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and communicating procedural decisions. The tone is neutral and centers on logical appeals, explaining the substance and timeline of the amendments while avoiding emotional expressions.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is an active leader of the legislative process, reporting on the committee meeting held last week and planning a busy schedule. This course of action involves requesting the shortening of procedural deadlines in order to bring the draft bill to a final vote this week.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperation style is consensual, stressing the need for unanimity in committee decisions, covering both procedural matters and the finalization of the second reading. Noteworthy is the collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications and the consultation with an external stakeholder (LHV Group) during the consideration of proposed amendments.
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Regional Focus
There is not enough data.
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Economic Views
Economic arguments favor regulatory intervention that accelerates the transition to electronic payment methods, deeming it necessary. At the same time, it is emphasized that this transition must occur in a manner that protects consumer rights, placing the burden of proof on the merchant in the event of a dispute.
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Social Issues
The social issue under discussion is the protection of consumer rights, ensuring that the transition from paper bills to e-invoices does not disadvantage consumers. The objective is to protect consumers in situations where the bill fails to reach them, thereby ensuring that their rights are safeguarded.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the expedited processing of Bill 624 (an amendment to the Consumer Protection Act), with the aim of bringing it to a final vote this week. A significant achievement is the incorporation of consumer rights protection into the statute and the acceleration of the law's entry into force to September 1, 2025.
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