Session Profile: Marek Reinaas
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
2025-05-19
Political Position
The focus is on the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and the processing of the draft bill concerning the transition to digital invoicing. The political stance is supportive of the legislative process, recommending by consensus that the draft bill be added to the plenary session agenda and that the first reading be concluded. The approach is primarily policy-based and focuses on implementation details.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a deep understanding of the bill’s legislative process and its substantive details, including the growth of digital clutter, software development costs, and the transitional provisions for ongoing contracts. This expertise relates to the digitalization of the economic and commercial environment, as well as consumer protection aspects.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is strictly formal, neutral, and procedural, with the aim of providing the Plenary Session with an objective overview of the commission's deliberation. A logical appeal is utilized, concentrating on facts, specific issues, and decisions reached by consensus, thereby avoiding emotional judgments.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively engaged in the Riigikogu’s legislative process, representing the Economic Affairs Committee and reporting on its meetings (April 24 and May 5) during the plenary session. This indicates their role as the rapporteur for the lead committee.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and institutional, emphasizing the commission's unanimity regarding the continuation of the bill's proceedings. Cooperation took place both with other members of the commission and with representatives of the ministry (Minister Erkki Keldo and Advisor Mari-Liis Aas).
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Not enough data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Support is provided for the digitalization of the economy, particularly the transition to e-invoicing, while taking into account the software development costs incurred by retail and wholesale companies. During the discussion, the ministry's extensive dialogue with the Association of Traders was mentioned, indicating that business interests were considered during the planning of the transition.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
There isn't enough data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on a draft bill concerning the digitalization of the economy, specifically addressing the transition to digital invoicing. The discussion centered on the need to clarify the implementing provisions, particularly concerning consumer notification and the shift away from paper billing for duration contracts. The speaker acts as a supporter and facilitator of the bill's proceedings.
1 Speeches Analyzed