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Anders Karlsson (C)
What Anders Karlsson has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
Infrastructure: M wants 50% more for roads, 20% for rail
- Argues that alternative financing must be used to complete projects such as the roundabout in Örnsköldsvik. Criticizes that important projects and bottlenecks in Jönköping County have been omitted from the plan. Read the speech
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- Argues that both investments in the Western Main Line and the Göteborg–Jönköping–Stockholm line are important. Suggests that alternative financing should be used where the calculation is positive and that the railway is optimized through increased speed on the freight railway. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a great consensus at the core. Emphasizes the need to make the right priorities and work smarter by reducing the resources spent on planning. Read the speech
Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Asks why the state continues to own the printing house Postnord Strålfors in a competitive market. Argues that this contradicts the government's principle that the state should not own companies without clear reasons for ownership. Read the speech
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Hunting legislation: sale hunting in economic zone and confidentiality
- Welcomes increased sales efforts and tightened confidentiality, but argues that the report is rather a modernization than a simplification. Asks for feedback on the change in fishing and warns of ambiguities when searching for damaged animals. Read the speech
Abolish introductory training for practice driving requirements
- Proposes approval of the reservation regarding the follow-up of the legislative change. Argues that follow-up is necessary to ensure that instructors do not teach incorrect things, which could lead to more lessons at the driving school. Read the speech
Labor law in public procurement: Audit Office report debate
- Notes that the government has allocated funds to follow the Swedish National Audit Office's observations. Argues that contracting authorities have their own responsibility to verify the seriousness of tenders and use existing tools and legislation. Read the speech
Income tax reforms: SD, S, and V debate tax cuts and capital
- Criticizes that the current tax system is not sufficient to create an equal society. Argues that municipalities with high taxes do not have the best welfare but are forced to make difficult prioritizations. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities with low tax pressure can waste their money. Advocates for further reductions in the tax on labor and asks how the Moderaterna want to finance this. Read the speech
- Want to lower the tax on labor and employer contributions to strengthen the competitiveness of companies. Proposes a green tax shift where emissions and environmental degradation are taxed more. Also wants to abolish the tax on self-consumed electricity. Read the speech
- Confirms that the Center Party's tax policy is correctly described. Proposes that the tax burden on labor should be lowered and that the tax on environmentally harmful activities should be strengthened. Read the speech
- Wants to lower the tax on labor in a fair way with a low entry point in the tax scale. Argues that increased tax on labor harms the labor market and advocates for lower employer contributions for entrepreneurs to create more jobs. Read the speech
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Public procurement: SD, S, and M debate new regulations
- Proposes approval of reservation 6 to set higher environmental requirements. Argues that the public sector must use procurement as a tool to reach the climate goals by setting requirements for the entire chain. Read the speech
Cycling infrastructure: SD wants goal to double traffic
- Wish to support reservation 10 so that the state shall finance infrastructure for cycling. Argues that national goals were needed to strengthen positive effects on public health and the environment, as well as to address increasing accidents. Read the speech
- Argues that cycling promotes public health and the environment and emphasizes that priorities for bicycle paths depend on municipal decisions and funding rather than logic. Read the speech
- Argues that the number of fatal accidents with cars is significantly higher than with bicycles. Emphasizes that the focus must be on using helmets for both bicycles and electric scooters. Read the speech
Municipal funding and self-government: SD, S, and M debate
- Argues that the government has failed to get more people into work and that 500,000 people are without work. Asks the government what the future solutions are to get more people into work. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden suffers from both high unemployment and a skills shortage. Points out that the lack of qualifications after primary school is a problem and that the municipalities must deliver a better school to create growth. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the reservation regarding the municipal economic equalization system. Argues that tax levels must be equalized to create fairness and suggests that general state grants should be prioritized over targeted grants. Read the speech
Hunting and wildlife management: predator policy and wolf limits
- Argues that license hunting is the only way forward to manage predators. Criticizes that protection hunting is a defensive tool that is not sufficient to reach the goals in the food strategy. Read the speech
- Argues that the current predator policy prevents new lamb producers from establishing themselves. Advocates for license hunting of wolves based on how the wolf behaves in reality. Read the speech
- Asks if one is prepared to handle the increased risk of injury if wild boar are included in the food strategy. Argues that wild boar cause significant damage within agriculture and that the price of wild boar is too low compared to beef. Read the speech
- Argues that increased demand for wild boar meat stimulates production and creates a functioning chain. Criticizes that farmers pay for the wild boar's feed while the revenues end up with others, which creates problems regarding stimulation. Read the speech
- Wants to approve the reservation on the review of the hunting legislation and proposes a portal paragraph to reduce wildlife damage. Argues that the wolf population should be significantly limited and proposes technical solutions such as collars to manage predators. Read the speech
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Questions about whether the government has done enough to reduce the dependence on diesel and whether enough diesel can be obtained if needed, as food producers are vulnerable due to the large dependence. Read the speech
Fisheries policy: eel fishing, trawling and hydropower
- Argues that there are alternatives to banning large-scale fishing. Criticizes that scientific recommendations were disregarded and asks how the working environment for fishers should be managed. Read the speech
- Requests how the issue of women and young people being cautious with fish consumption should be handled. Also asks if there are ideas to create more landing opportunities and increase the consumption of fish. Read the speech
- Move for approval of the reservation on the role of fishing for food security. Want to see more money for sustainable feed, a regional quota system that favors small-scale fishing as well as a smarter sampling system to ensure the safety of the fish. Read the speech
Animal welfare: veterinary costs, carbon dioxide and chicken breeds
- Argues that the wolf issue is a natural part of animal welfare. Criticizes that the animal welfare compensation is at a low level and that the regulatory framework is extremely complicated. Read the speech
- Notes that there are functioning private on-call systems with full competition in some parts of the country. Asks whether the new proposal aims to change the system in the entire country or if it encourages private initiatives where the market functions. Read the speech
- Argues that the control activities for animal welfare are functioning well in Sweden. Advocates for preventive systems and emphasizes the importance of the existing self-monitoring work. Read the speech
- Argues that there are many individual veterinarians with a reasonable price structure. Asks if the member is interested in stimulating these small private actors to create a functioning system. Read the speech
- Argues that the market is already reacting to the problems with broiler chickens. Underlines that rapid growth makes the chicken meat climate-smart and emphasizes the need for balance so as not to threaten Swedish self-sufficiency or make the meat too expensive. Read the speech
- Argues that the industry is responsive and can make rapid changes through breeding work. Suggests that the industry be given time to make transitions and that a dialogue with the industry be initiated instead. Read the speech
- Argues that a ban on cage-reared chickens would harm the industry and criticizes the government's complex solutions for grazing operations. Criticizes the current animal welfare compensation, requests a wise management of the wolf issue and wants to strengthen the competitiveness for individual veterinarians. Read the speech
Digitalization, AI and postal service role in society
- Proposes approval of the reservation on access to electronic communication. Argues that the state must ensure that the expansion is completed in rural areas and that the state should take a major responsibility for control activities within AI. Wants the state to take responsibility for a robust digital ID system with higher reliability. Read the speech
Agricultural policy: SD, MP, S debate production and costs
- Argues that the development in agricultural policy has proceeded too slowly. Points out that the market price of diesel has fallen and criticizes the government's predator policy which hinders lamb production. Read the speech
- Argues that the introduction of the euro could improve farmers' profitability because all EU compensations are in euros. Asks if the member is prepared to work for a new currency or an investigation. Read the speech
- Argues that policy should remove uncertain factors and disturbances to increase production and the self-sufficiency rate. Wants to see an action plan that clears obstacles, simplifies the regulatory framework for energy production and includes the blue industry in the food supply. Read the speech
Government budget, security and cultural policy debate
- Asks what the government and the Minister for Rural Affairs will do to get more Swedish food into the stores. Argues that Sweden needs more Swedish food to strengthen civil defense. Read the speech
Agriculture emissions, transport, diesel tax and veils
- Argues that the government's decision to purchase grain for emergency storage is a welcome announcement. Asks whether the government will also begin purchasing critical input goods for agriculture this year. Read the speech
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Road safety zero vision: air pollution, noise and police
- Proposes approval of reservation 1 regarding motion 22. Argues that the traffic environment and air quality must be prioritized through sharp measures. Advocates for belts in A-traktor and an electronic driver's license for increased flexibility. Read the speech
- Argues that statistics must be merged in order to be able to create wise traffic solutions and see the whole picture. Also wants to include information about smoking in combination with traffic pollution to understand the whole picture. Read the speech
- Argues that one must see the whole to be able to achieve the right traffic solutions. Claims that one can keep different concepts and causes of accidents separate while simultaneously taking the whole into account. Read the speech
Fisheries policy: Baltic Sea stocks and quota distribution
- Argues that fish is an important food source that can increase the self-sufficiency rate. Proposes approval of the relocation of the trawl limit and wants to reduce obstacles for fish farms. Also wants to strengthen negotiations with Finland to reduce overfishing. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government should take responsibility for the contact with Finland as they are an important party. Suggests that the government should consider a daily or monthly dialogue with Finland to learn from their small-scale industry. Read the speech
Sweden digitalization, AI development and postal service debate
- Praises the government's work with broadband expansion but argues that the goal of 100 percent coverage by 2025 will not be reached as many have not seen the need for fiber. Appeals to the government not to slow down the pace of the expansion and demands incentives to reach everyone. Read the speech
Tax rules for companies, capital and property: V's bank tax
- Argues that small business owners need opportunities to regulate surpluses and deficits through periodization funds and forest accounts to reduce uncertainty. Wants companies themselves to be able to determine sponsorship costs instead of Skatteverket making subjective assessments. Read the speech
Bottom trawling ban in marine protected areas: SD, V, C views
- Proposes approval of the reservation regarding the design of regulations and exemptions. Argues that one must promote and support the development of new equipment with lower environmental impact because bottom trawling is necessary for the fish volume. Read the speech
Food prices, child allowance, inflation and teacher authority
- Praises the food strategy's focus on agricultural education, profitability, and aquaculture. Criticizes the lack of target setting for increased food production and asks when measures will be taken to maintain small-scale fishing in the Baltic Sea. Read the speech
Municipal issues: equalization system and welfare funding
- Argues that profit is natural in companies and that losses are a greater concern for municipal schools. Suggests that a smaller number of private providers gives parents a positive choice and requests more balance in the supervision. Read the speech
- Criticizes the description of profit-seeking as approaching a ban on thought. Argues that profits are natural for companies and that it is impossible to run a business without the possibility of profit. Read the speech
- Rejects that the party conducts anti-Sweden policy. Corrects the opposing party regarding deductions for agriculture and argues that the diesel price is a small part of the food production cost. Points out that the restoration of the reduction obligation is likely insufficient. Read the speech
- Criticizes the member's focus on consumer costs for food and transport. Argues that the member's policy is backward as it increases the cost of electric cars and argues that nuclear power was phased out because it was not commercially viable. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the reservation regarding the municipal equalization system. Argues that a new approach is needed through a parliamentary inquiry that takes into account basic service needs, sparsity, and distances. Criticizes that the current system is difficult to oversee and that cuts affect the municipalities that have the hardest time delivering welfare. Suggests that the clustering of private independent schools should be limited and advocates for general funds to the municipalities to reduce detailed regulation. Read the speech
- Encourage cooperation where one municipality manages a service for others, especially for small municipalities. Means that mergers are not a priority and that changes should occur through agreements between municipalities. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities themselves should be allowed to decide on cooperation. Suggests that municipal associations are a good way forward because they give participating municipalities decision-making power. Read the speech
Labor market, migration, infrastructure and welfare debate
- Asks whether it is realistic to handle only 10–15 percent of the railway's maintenance debt during the first twelve-year period. Argues that Centerpartiet has allocated significantly more money for railway maintenance than the government has. Read the speech
Hunting and wildlife management: wolf population and predators
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- Proposes approval of the reservation regarding hunting of seals. Argues that new hunting legislation must prioritize local decisions and that wolf management should focus on moving or license-hunting wolves in areas with reindeer husbandry. Wants to solve the problems with seals and cormorants for fishermen. Read the speech
- Argues that there is domestic livestock in the areas the member comes from. Suggests limiting wolves in areas where there is domestic livestock and argues that it is possible to manage 170 individuals in the remaining landscapes. Read the speech
- Argues that hunting of wolves gives the animal a functioning behavior. Refers to the Baltics where license hunting leads to fewer problems than in Sweden. Read the speech
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- Argues that wolves and reindeer husbandry do not work well together and require a minimum of wolves in areas with dense reindeer husbandry. Criticizes predator-deterring fences due to difficulties with maintenance over time. Argues that the wolves should not be evenly distributed across the country. Read the speech
Energy policy, foreign aid, national security and infrastructure
- Argues that there is an acute concern regarding the large service need on the railway. Asks how the Minister intends to manage Trafikverket so that the organization can manage the service in a better way. Read the speech
Labor market, energy, food and social issues in Riksdag debate
Baltic Sea protection bill: fish stocks, eutrophication, KD
- Argues that the government's climate work and the EU's environmental goals do not reach the marine environment due to higher temperatures and increased energy. Asks what the member intends to do to achieve a more long-term stable environment and reach the EU's environmental goals. Read the speech
- Argues that the outcome of the negotiated quotas was not satisfactory despite a good Swedish position. Asks whether the government has considered a new strategy to reach agreements in the Baltic countries. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of reservation 21 regarding a common fisheries policy. Criticizes the minister for how the work has been conducted to reach the Swedish position in the fisheries negotiations. Argues that biogas should be prioritized to reduce eutrophication. Read the speech
Climate policy, forestry, school, and military ties to Israel
- Argues that the Swedish climate goals are not being met in the short or long term and that the government is failing to implement necessary offshore wind power projects. Asks if the Prime Minister has an ambition to reach the climate goals. Read the speech
Digitalization and AI regulation in Sweden and healthcare
- Proposes approval of the reservation on access to electronic communications. Argues that mobile coverage and fiber coverage are crucial for safety and business and advocates for a roaming function for private and business consumption. Emphasizes the importance of robust systems and a functioning parcel delivery throughout the country. Read the speech
Agricultural policy: EU rules, plant breeding, 80% self-sufficiency
- Argues that increased yield in milk production leads to increased profitability. Suggests that grazing requirements need to be adjusted because large herds make it difficult to maintain a well-functioning grazing operation. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that the food strategy 2.0 is thin and lacks concrete content. Argues that the profitability in Swedish agriculture varies greatly and emphasizes the importance of controlling the processing industry to strengthen the agricultural sector. Read the speech
- Argues that measures must be taken now and not through extensive investigations. Criticizes that the fish part is missing from the food strategy and wants it to be included. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the reservation. Argues that increased profitability is the key to reduced dependence on inputs and suggests investments in irrigation, reduced wolf population as well as initiatives on biogas and solar parks. Read the speech
Hunting and wildlife management: wolf culling and seal trade
- Argues that the wolf is problematic for domestic animal production and insists on license hunting for wolves. Criticizes extensive predator-deterring fences as an expensive solution that restricts the environment. Emphasizes the importance of local management and consensus between landowners and hunters. Read the speech
Point tax and customs: S, M, SD debate aviation and chemical taxes
- Argues that excise taxes can be of great use to improve the environment. Points out that balance is required in the environment and that excise taxes are an excellent way to achieve the environmental goals. Read the speech
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- Argues that the pesticide tax makes food more expensive without providing any effect. Wishes to vote in favor of reservation 4 and argues that the customs service needs more personnel resources and equipment to effectively combat crime. Read the speech
Road traffic and climate goals: nuclear, wind and snow chaos
- Argues that the market chose to phase out nuclear power. Wants long-term and clear rules for biogas and questions why motions on winter road maintenance are not being adopted. Read the speech
- Argues that the responsibility for the current situation rests more heavily on the government. Does not fully share the view on biogas and suggests that the volume be increased through the existing number of animals for better environmental benefit. Read the speech
- Welcomes the government's plan for charging stations but criticizes that the support for electric cars was removed too early. Wants to introduce a conversion incentive to convert fossil fuel cars to electricity, hydrogen, or biogas. Argues that the government's changes to the reduction obligation are devastating for the environment. Asks for a more offensive stance regarding self-driving vehicles and wants to maintain the support for winter road maintenance on private roads. Read the speech
- Argues that a life cycle analysis is complex due to rapid technological development. Wants a taxation that corresponds to the product's actual emissions and argues that incentives should exist during the product's construction. Read the speech
- Argues that the reduction of the reduction obligation worsened the environment as the ethanol blend decreased. Argues that Sweden has an opportunity to become self-sufficient in ethanol through scaled-up production. Agrees that the correct terms should be used for the correct product. Read the speech
Fisheries policy: sustainability, industrial fishing and rights
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- Argues that the whole, including shoreline protection rules, must be [addressed] in order to improve the conditions for aquaculture. Emphasizes that aquaculture is an important opportunity to increase fish consumption and notes that no simplifications have been seen yet. Read the speech
- Argues that fish is an important source of nutrition and advocates for increased consumption. Wants to simplify the regulatory framework for aquaculture and seeks approval for reservation 15. Supports the relocation of the trawling limit and emphasizes the importance of protecting the stocks. Read the speech
Swine fever restrictions: compensation and societal effects
- Argues that the management of the African swine fever has gone well, but criticizes that the compensation issue is too complex and that many applications are rejected. Asks if the minister intends to improve coordination and find smoother solutions for the future. Read the speech
- Argues that the coordination must be organized and planned forward. Points out that certain cases are denied as they fall outside the epizootic legislation, even though other regulations are equally important for compensation. Asks if better coordination can be ensured in the future. Read the speech
Government budget policy, healthcare, forestry and education
- Questions about whether the Minister for Rural Affairs considers the relocation of wolves to rural areas to be compatible with the requirements for increased self-sufficiency and food security. Read the speech
Sweden's rural areas and EU vision: KD vs C on agriculture
- Praises the Minister for Rural Affairs for the ambition to strengthen the green industry. Asks if the Minister for Rural Affairs can invest more money in fully completing the fiber infrastructure to increase the rural areas' competitiveness. Read the speech
- Argues that the competitiveness of Swedish agriculture is strengthened by completing the fiber expansion in rural areas. Asks if the Minister for Rural Affairs shares this line or sees other ways forward. Read the speech
Road safety: police presence, GPS, and A-traktor speed limits
- Proposes approval of reservation 14 to increase the speed for A-traktors. Argues that more checks against alcohol and drugs are needed, as well as suggesting technical solutions to reduce wildlife accidents and the introduction of digital driving licenses. Read the speech
Swedish food policy: 80% organic goal and self-sufficiency
- Requests approval for reservation 21 and argues that Sweden should strive towards a 100 percent self-sufficiency rate. Criticizes the government's contradictory messages regarding support during drought and requests clearer plans for water preparedness and security aspects in the event of nuclear power plant accidents. Read the speech
- Asks if the speaker wants to see a crisis support if the drought continues in order to create a clear signal from the chamber. Means that he is not worried about the wolf issue and that a majority must be investigated when the issue eventually arises. Read the speech
- Argues that the risks of nuclear power, such as final disposal and war situations, must be considered. Emphasizes that there are different paths forward and that large-scale wind power can be the solution in the short term. Read the speech
Transport Agency supervision: audit report on governance flaws
- Emphasizes the importance of a functioning audit for the improvement work of supervisory authorities. Argues that the committee must take note of the serious criticism in the audit for future improvements and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Digitalization and AI regulation: M, S, and KD debate mail
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- Argues that other technologies than fiber often have lower capacity and higher operating costs. Suggests that the state and municipalities jointly finance the expansion of efficient connections. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of reservation 10 and argues that the state must provide more funding for an equitable fiber expansion. Wants to let the market handle postal services without state support and demand more investigation so as not to jeopardize competition. Read the speech
- Argues that fiber expansion and mast expansion are mutually dependent to ensure good mobile coverage. Suggests that the costs for the expansion be shared by the state, the municipality, and the customers and emphasizes that fiber technology is superior to technical shortcuts. Read the speech
- Admits that the proposed measures would have solved part of the problem. Argues that it is still difficult to reach an agreement due to high costs for connecting to other municipal networks. Read the speech
Drone strategy for Europe: green transition and security
- Argues that the statement is welcomed and emphasizes the need for regulations that keep pace with developments. Highlights that drones can strengthen the environment and streamline transport, but underlines the importance of safety, insurance, and national specificities. Read the speech
Fisheries policy: aquaculture, quotas and bottom trawling
- Asks how the speaker views a ban on trawling for large vessels. Argues that the quota system, refined with research, could regulate this without creating a double command. Read the speech
- Agree with moving the trawling distance to twelve nautical miles. Argue that one should regulate the quotas instead of limiting the trawling twice, in order to achieve the desired effect. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of reservation 4. Argues that fish is a unique food item that deserves more attention and that the environment in the Baltic Sea must be improved to increase fish consumption. Suggests that substitute fish should be counted as seal to handle the issue. Wants to move the trawling limit to twelve nautical miles and promote land-based fish systems to increase the amount of fish for human consumption in Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that there is no direct conflict between wind power and the fishing industry. Suggests that dialogue is required and that conflicts can be avoided by moving the wind farms further out. Read the speech
- Confirms that environmental assessments during the construction of wind farms are extensive. Argues that it is important to have a dialogue with the industry to resolve the fish's concerns. Read the speech
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