Session Profile: Madis Timpson
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-06-18
Political Position
The political position is primarily procedural, focusing on the summary of the Legal Affairs Committee’s discussion regarding the bill on number recognition cameras. It emphasizes the need to move quickly with the first reading of the bill due to the end of the session, so that work can continue over the summer. The position is generally supportive of processing the bill, while simultaneously acknowledging the concerns raised by the Chancellor of Justice and other parties regarding the protection of fundamental rights.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures and topics related to data protection and oversight, particularly concerning the regulation of license plate recognition (LPR) cameras. They are capable of distinguishing between different versions of the draft bill and referencing legal nuances, such as the differences in the legal regulation governing public space cameras versus speed cameras. Furthermore, they are up-to-date on the amendments to the draft bill, including, for example, the removal of the provision concerning the Tax and Customs Board.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, objective, and informative, focusing on a neutral summary of the commission's work and decisions. The speaker employs a logical structure, referencing the positions of agencies and avoiding emotional appeals, in order to spare the audience from legal-theoretical disputes. The tone is businesslike and procedural.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity includes participating in and reporting on the Legal Affairs Committee sessions held on June 10th. He/She has been appointed as the representative of the lead committee for the bill's further proceedings, indicating an active role in steering the legislative process. The reporting is detailed and focuses specifically on the committee's procedural decisions.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker documents the opposition's positions neutrally, highlighting the procedural remarks made by the Social Democratic Party concerning the bill's initiator. They also report on the substantive criticism from the Centre Party, specifically that the bill is not a comprehensive package and that the protection of fundamental rights is insufficient. No direct attacks are launched against opponents; instead, their concerns are relayed.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperative approach is open to the involvement of agencies and experts, inviting representatives from several ministries, the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board), and inspectorates to the commission sitting. The commission reached consensus on including the draft bill on the plenary agenda, demonstrating procedural cooperation. It emphasizes the continuation of dialogues throughout the proceedings.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The focus of social issues centers on balancing national security (crime investigation) and personal data protection when utilizing automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras. Particular emphasis is placed on the Chancellor of Justice's concern that photographs of individuals inside or near the vehicle should not be utilized, underscoring the necessity of protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on a draft bill regulating the use of license plate recognition cameras, the purpose of which is to clarify the rights of the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) regarding data storage. The speaker is a proponent and leader of the bill's proceedings, having been appointed as the representative of the lead committee and ensuring the completion of the first reading before the summer recess. The deadline for submitting amendments was set at 30 working days.
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