Agenda Profile: Rain Epler

Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Health Services Organisation Act (regarding the provision of independent nursing care as a 24-hour special care service) (496 SE) – second reading

2024-11-14

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

Political Position
The political focus is on amendments to the Social Welfare and Health Services Act (496 SE). The speaker expresses procedural interest, attempting to ascertain the presenter's personal stance on the draft legislation, which suggests moderate skepticism regarding the official committee's position.

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Topic Expertise
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and direct, respectfully addressing both the chair of the session and the rapporteur. Nevertheless, the question is provocative, aiming to prompt the rapporteur to disregard the committee’s official stance and instead offer a personal opinion.

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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the presenter's pattern of behavior, who is allegedly always unwavering and conceals their personal opinion regarding the draft bill. This objection is procedural rather than political.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker attempts to establish a more personal dialogue with the rapporteur, urging them to express a personal opinion, which suggests a desire to bypass the strict limitations imposed by the committee and achieve candor.

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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The presenter addresses social sector issues related to specialized care services and autonomous nursing. No specific stance is expressed regarding the direction of social policy; instead, the focus remains on the legislative procedure of the draft bill.

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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on Draft Bill 496 SE, which concerns amendments to the Act on Organizing Social Welfare and Health Services. The speaker's role is that of a questioner, who seeks to ascertain the presenter's personal support for the draft bill.

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