Session Profile: Tarmo Tamm
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
2024-10-14
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the amendment of the Public Transport Act to address the state's obligation, stemming from the European Court's ruling, to pay compensation to carriers. The speaker moderately and pragmatically supports the processing of Bill 499, stressing the necessity of establishing a permanent and reasonable compensation mechanism. This stance is policy- and solution-driven, focusing on resolving the situation that has arisen.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the work procedures of the Economic Affairs Committee and the Public Transport Act. Technical terms are used, such as "costs associated with the court ruling" and "regulation planned by the draft regulation." An overview of specific financial obligations is provided, mentioning the scope of costs, estimated to be up to 4 million euros.
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Rhetorical Style
The address is formal, neutral, and informative, fulfilling the role of the commission's rapporteur. The style is logical and focuses on conveying facts and procedural details, such as the discussion regarding the time required for developing the IT solution. Emotional or personal appeals are absent; the emphasis is placed on highlighting consensus and reasonableness.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity includes participation in committee meetings and the presentation of their results to the plenary session. Specific reference is made to the meeting of the Riigikogu Economic Affairs Committee held on October 8.
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Opposition Stance
There is not enough data.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the strong cooperation and consensus-based approach utilized by the Economic Committee during the processing of the draft bill. It was decided by consensus to conclude the first reading, which demonstrates a readiness for compromise and for finding shared solutions. The style of cooperation is pragmatic, focusing on finding the best solution (a suitable IT solution).
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national-level legislation and the fulfillment of obligations arising from the European Court of Justice ruling that concern Estonian carriers.
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Economic Views
It supports the state's obligation to pay compensation and costs to carriers arising from the court ruling, while emphasizing the necessity of establishing a regulatory framework. The economic perspective focuses on ensuring fair compensation within the transport sector and fulfilling the state's financial obligations.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on Draft Act 499, initiated by the Government of the Republic, which amends the Public Transport Act. The speaker supports the bill and is driving the proceedings forward, emphasizing the consensual conclusion of the first reading. The objective is to establish a permanent procedure for the payment of compensation.
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