Agenda Profile: Madis Timpson
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position focuses on the procedural clarity and efficiency of amending the constitution. Speaking on behalf of the Reform Party faction, the speaker supports rejecting the bill submitted by Isamaa at the first reading. The goal is to consolidate the proceedings under a single bill in order to send the best and clearest signal.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process, particularly in managing constitutional amendment bills that are being processed concurrently. The emphasis is on legal clarity ("it would be the clearest from a legal standpoint") and streamlining the procedure.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is conciliatory and respectful, beginning with the statement that the intention is not to reprimand anyone, but rather to acknowledge the Isamaa Party for consistently pursuing the topic. The argumentation is logical and focuses on achieving clarity and efficiency in the procedure.
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Activity Patterns
The data is restricted to one speech delivered in the Riigikogu chamber during the first reading of the bill to amend the Constitution.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the bill submitted by Isamaa (527 SE), but this is primarily procedural, as the preference is to proceed with a second, more widely supported bill. The criticism is neutral and focused on finding the best solution, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker actively urges cross-factional cooperation, requesting that the Riigikogu members who signed the Isamaa bill instead join the draft legislation submitted by 61 Riigikogu members. A willingness to compromise and amend the text is expressed, provided the desire exists.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on deliberating the draft acts for amending the constitution, with the goal of ensuring that only one bill proceeds. Support is given to the Constitutional Committee's proposal to reject the Isamaa bill during its first reading.
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