Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
First reading of the Draft Act (726 SE) amending the Code of Enforcement Procedure and the Act on the Implementation of the Code of Civil Procedure and the Code of Enforcement Procedure
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is centered on a critical analysis of the content and legal consistency of Draft Bill 726 SE. The speaker challenges the rationale behind the proposed amendments concerning the public disclosure of debts submitted for enforcement and demands clarification regarding the scope of data accessibility. The position is strongly policy- and procedure-focused, emphasizing legislative compliance and transparency.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the fields of the Code of Enforcement Procedure, data protection, and the regulation of credit institutions. They are able to cite specific sections of the draft legislation and statutory provisions, demanding legal conformity regarding both the purpose and content of data requests. They are especially meticulous concerning the requirements for submitting these requests (including the name of the submitter, the purpose, and the legal basis).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and sharply interrogative, focusing on legal logic and details. To emphasize the criticism, pointed historical analogies are employed (such as the Soviet Union or a post office in Ceaușescu-era Romania) to condemn opaque bureaucratic practices. The tone is demanding and seeks specific assurances from the minister.
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Activity Patterns
The action pattern indicates active involvement in the legislative process, demonstrated by the submission of sequential and detailed questions during the first reading of a single draft bill (726 SE). The focus lies on intensive and specific legislative scrutiny.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is directed against the government/minister, criticizing the inconsistency in the drafting of the bill (points 3 and 7) and the insufficient compliance with other legislation. The criticism is procedural and policy-driven, particularly regarding data disclosure and the transparency of inquiries.
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Collaboration Style
Not enough data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely on the national level, addressing nationwide laws and registers, such as the Enforcement Register and legislation governing the activities of credit institutions.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives indirectly pertain to economic regulation, focusing on the requirements for the disclosure of liabilities and the transparency of data inquiries made by credit institutions. The emphasis is placed on legal compliance and data protection, which impacts the transparency of business operations.
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Social Issues
Among social issues, there is a strong emphasis on data protection and the right of citizens to know who is making inquiries about them. This focus on the information displayed to individuals (Aivar or the speaker himself) indicates a concern for personal freedoms and the transparency of data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the amendments to the Code of Enforcement Procedure (Bill 726 SE). We are critical of the draft bill and demand improvements. The main priorities are clarity regarding the scope of debt information disclosure (specifically, whether it applies only to legal entities or to everyone) and ensuring that the inquiry information provided to data subjects fully complies with the information requirements mandated by other legislation.
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