Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
Draft law amending the Animal Husbandry Act (551 SE) – first reading
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to regulation, stressing concerns regarding over-regulation and additional bureaucracy stemming from the transposition of the directive's supplementary provision. This position is directed against Draft Bill 551 SE and focuses on the negative practical impact of the future regulation on organizations involved with horses. The framing of this position is clearly outcome-based, focusing on the increase in administrative burden.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the transposition of the law on breeding farm animals and related directives, employing specific terminology such as "over-regulation" and "supplementary provision." They possess particularly detailed knowledge concerning horse breeding and the organizations responsible for competition management, specifically mentioning the Estonian Equestrian Federation (Ratsaliit) and the Tori Horse Stud. This expertise is further evident in their ability to identify procedural deficiencies (e.g., lack of consultation).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, presenting the minister with direct and critical questions concerning the necessity of the draft legislation and procedural errors. The tone is one of concern and focuses on logical arguments, such as the increase in bureaucracy and the failure to notify relevant stakeholders. Emotional appeals are avoided; the emphasis remains on the procedural and practical consequences.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the actions of the government/minister, criticizing both the substance of the draft bill (additional bureaucracy) and procedural errors. The criticism focuses primarily on the fact that the organizers of horse competitions (the Equestrian Federation) and the Tori horse breeding farm were not informed about the new regulation. The opposition is based on policy and procedure.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the transposition of the international directive, but regional emphasis has been placed on organizers specific to Estonian horse breeding and competitions. Specifically, the Tori Stud Farm is mentioned, which highlights the importance given to local influence.
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Economic Views
The economic views expressed are strongly deregulatory, as the speaker criticizes the new law as introducing additional bureaucracy that burdens those involved in the horse industry. This points to a preference for reducing the administrative burden and protecting representatives of certain economic interests from excessive regulation.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 551 SE (Amendment to the Agricultural Animal Breeding Act). The speaker is in the opposition, questioning the necessity of the new regulation and the accompanying bureaucracy. The primary goal is to avoid over-regulation.
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