Session Profile: Riina Solman
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
2024-09-11
Political Position
The speaker strongly emphasizes adherence to the practice of good law-making, criticizing the Ministry of Climate's failure to involve stakeholders in the preparation of the draft amendment to the Waste Act. The second important political position is supporting national defense and crisis preparedness, demanding the swift modification of the bureaucratic funding model (Naiskodukaitse). These stances are primarily procedural and focused on policy effectiveness, criticizing inefficiency and the lack of trust.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise in the field of waste management and environmental regulation, highlighting specific issues such as overly large collateral requirements and the increasing risks faced by insurance providers. They also possess knowledge of funding models for national defense and crisis preparedness, allowing them to precisely describe the clumsy inter-ministerial money chain leading to the Women's Voluntary Defence Organization (Naiskodukaitse). The speaker references their previous ministerial experience, which lends additional authority.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and analytical, focusing on logical and procedural arguments (good legislative practice, bureaucratic hurdles). Although the speaker sharply criticizes the ministry's work and the lack of adequate engagement, he addresses the Minister personally and respectfully, referring to him as a "good minister" and a "diligent worker," while simultaneously offering encouragement and advice. The tone is critical, yet constructive.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during plenary sessions, posing detailed questions to ministers in both the defense and environmental sectors. They referenced their prior work, noting that they had already inquired about the same issue (the funding of Naiskodukaitse) back in the spring, and that they had participated in the Riigikogu Support Group for the Defence League. This demonstrates consistent dedication to their chosen topics.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the actions of the government and the ministries (the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of the Interior, and the Ministry of Climate), focusing primarily on procedural deficiencies and bureaucratic inefficiency. The speaker faults the minister for trusting their ministry colleagues and failing to properly review the stakeholder engagement process, which is essential when providing political input. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker highlighted their cooperation within the Riigikogu's Defence League support group, demonstrating a willingness to engage in cross-party work. Although the speaker criticized the Minister of Climate, they offered advice and encouragement as a former minister, suggesting a desire to improve the legislative process through mentorship rather than direct opposition.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
The speaker is a strong advocate for the interests of market participants, opposing regulations that increase costs and risks for businesses. He/She warns that amendments to the Waste Act could force key waste handlers to cease operations, especially those involved in recovery and recycling. He/She stresses the necessity of evaluating the broader market impact of these changes.
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Social Issues
The speaker emphasized the importance of crisis preparedness and community support in the social context, highlighting the vital role of the Women's Voluntary Defence Organization (Naiskodukaitse). He/She views the strengthening of Estonians' defense resolve as an everyday, inclusive activity.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is the opposition to the draft bill (430) amending the Waste Act, due to its insufficient stakeholder engagement and negative economic impact. The second priority is to initiate changes aimed at making the bureaucratic funding model for the Defence League/Women's Voluntary Defence Organization more direct and faster.
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