Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise said that the text of the law is very important. The norms must be clear and simple. When someone reads the law, they should immediately understand what to do and what not to do.
Madise said that explanatory notes are not always correct. Sometimes, the things stated in the explanatory note do not match the bill. Explanatory notes can only be used together with protocols and transcripts. She recommended focusing on the norms when evaluating bills.
Madise said that mistakes occur and must be corrected. She believes that the solution would be if Riigikogu members worked through the bills line by line. She said that not everyone has to do everything. There are committees and advisers who help. If the text is not understandable, it must not be adopted.
Madise said that if a Riigikogu member does not understand, then other people will not understand either. Then it is not clear how officials will implement the law.
She said that many bills are confusing and sometimes made with malicious intent. Sometimes it is said that nothing should come out of the norms. But this is wrong. The law must be clear and understandable. The law should not be like an empty frame where anyone can put something in.
Madise said that the solution is clear and systematic bills. She recommended focusing on norms and their clarity. Technology helps make this easier and reduces working hours. She said that officials are very tired and overworked.