Agenda Profile: Toomas Uibo
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is currently on amending the Hunting Act, particularly regarding the compensation for and prevention of damage caused by large predators. There is support for addressing the concerns of livestock farmers, and emphasis is placed on the necessity of trusting individuals when implementing oversight and regulations. This stance is strongly centered on policy and regulation, aiming to resolve specific, practical issues.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates specific awareness of the regulations concerning compensation for predator damage, especially regarding the requirement to find a carcass to receive compensation. They also have knowledge of similar draft laws from various political parties (EKRE, Isamaa) and are capable of posing detailed questions about legal triggers (economic damage vs. proximity).
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Rhetorical Style
The style is interrogative and analytical, focusing on the details of the draft legislation and the clarity of the regulation. A moderate emotional appeal is employed, referencing meetings held with victims, but the primary focus remains on logical and legal accuracy. The speaker maintains a formal demeanor and seeks answers regarding specific omissions within the explanatory memorandum.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker has been active regarding this topic, citing personal meetings with livestock farmers who have suffered damage, which demonstrates engagement with constituents outside the Riigikogu chamber. They participate in the Riigikogu during the first reading of the bill, raising questions and focusing on regulatory details.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker is aware of competing legislative initiatives (the Isamaa bill) and demands a comparison between them to assess the superiority of the EKRE bill. The criticism is aimed primarily at the draft bill's vague regulations and loopholes (e.g., defining the right to kill a wolf).
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is open to analyzing and comparing the draft legislation put forth by other parties (Isamaa) while seeking the best solution. He/She expresses agreement regarding the general importance of the bill, demonstrating a readiness to cooperate in resolving the matter.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on rural areas and agricultural communities, especially livestock farmers who suffer losses due to predators. Emphasis is placed on the suffering and losses experienced by these individuals and the necessity of state intervention.
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Economic Views
The economic perspective focuses on state compensation for economic damage (loss of livestock), particularly in situations where the damage is difficult to substantiate (e.g., the absence of a carcass). This view advocates for regulation that would reduce the financial risks faced by livestock farmers and ensure they receive fair compensation.
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Social Issues
The social stance highlights the necessity of boosting public trust regarding oversight, favoring government control that is less prescriptive. This indicates a desire to grant local residents greater autonomy in resolving dangerous situations.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative priority is the amendment of the Hunting Act (Bill 567 SE), focusing on improving the mechanisms for damage compensation and the precise regulation of the right to cull wolves. The speaker is actively scrutinizing the details of the draft bill, searching for regulatory answers that are missing from the explanatory memorandum.
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