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Ann-Charlotte Hammar Johnsson (M)
What Ann-Charlotte Hammar Johnsson 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.
Private copying levy: SD, S, and C debate digital compensation
- Argues that the legislation must be modernized to reflect the digital reality and ensure legal certainty. Wants the system to balance technology and culture to strengthen Sweden's competitiveness and ensure that creators receive reasonable compensation. Read the speech
Labor market, economy, environment and security debate
- Asks how the Minister assesses that Tillväxtverket's mission to lower the thresholds will increase the number of young people who continue their UF-companies. Read the speech
Government economic policy, nuclear power and pay transparency
- Asks how the proposed grading system can strengthen the quality in schools and provide students with better conditions compared to today's system. Read the speech
Sweden trade policy: SD, S, and M debate free trade and India
- Criticizes the rhetoric that the government is doing too little. Argues that the government has introduced a new, broad trade policy strategy and emphasizes the importance of dialogue with the business community. Asks how the member views the work of Kommerskollegium. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the opposing party seeks areas of conflict instead of speaking with a common voice outwardly. Asks if the Social Democrats can approach the government and maintain a common line. Read the speech
- Argues that trade policy is now part of security policy and requires strategic responses to geopolitical tensions. Wants to push for free trade, open markets and rule-based conditions to strengthen Swedish competitiveness and reduce vulnerabilities. Read the speech
- Means that Sweden is not against the USA, but that the administration and Trump are acting. Wants trade agreements to create contacts and community as well as return to a functioning rule-based trade. Read the speech
- Argues that free trade agreements can drive Sweden forward while simultaneously diversifying trade relations. Emphasizes the importance of Sweden remaining an open country where others are allowed to send goods here. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' rhetoric about empty barns and argues that the government has strengthened the economy through historical investments in infrastructure, defense, and tax cuts. Points out that unemployment falls significantly when the statistics are adjusted. Read the speech
- Argues that free trade and open economies benefit the country. Criticizes that the Social Democratic government did not act ten years ago regarding the problems that are now arising. Read the speech
Gang crime, elderly care and criminal policy debate
- Argues that innovation and functional procurement can create more value for AB Sverige. Asks how the government is working with public procurement to be able to make better deals in the country. Read the speech
Aid, citizenship, tax relief, defense and healthcare debate
- Asks how Sweden strengthens the positions of Swedish companies and creates more international opportunities in a time of geopolitical tensions and turbulence. Read the speech
Compensation for private copying and intellectual property rights
- Argues that intellectual property rights are of great economic and democratic importance for Sweden. Wishes to approve the proposal to include radio and television companies in the compensation order for private copying and reject the other motions. Read the speech
- Confirms that a national strategy is necessary. Argues that the broad cooperation between ten departments and the important round-table discussions are necessary to get the right input and create a coherent solution. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is now moving the issue forward by using the preliminary study as a basis. Expresses hope that the work will strengthen Swedish competitiveness and innovative power under the Moderate-led government. Read the speech
EU competitiveness compass: SD, M, and S debate policy goals
- Welcomes the strategy to strengthen the EU's competitiveness through regulatory simplification and market-driven solutions. Argues that bureaucracy and outdated regulations hinder innovation and growth, and advocates for technological neutrality as well as faster free trade agreements. Read the speech
- Argues that growth is created through increased competitiveness and innovations that contribute to a green transition. Suggests that bureaucracy be reduced to facilitate things for Swedish companies. Read the speech
- Argues that the company's conditions vary depending on the global situation and that regulations burden small and medium-sized enterprises more than large ones. Wants regulations in Brussels to be improved to promote small and medium-sized enterprises. Read the speech
Small-scale farm alcohol sales for tourism industry debate
- Welcomes the reform for farm sales of alcoholic beverages as a way to strengthen the countryside and small-scale entrepreneurship. However, criticizes the Public Health Agency's detailed requirements which create an administrative burden that risks excluding the smallest actors. Read the speech
Food prices, child allowance, inflation and teacher authority
- Asks how the continued work in the Government Offices will look after the Simplification Council has submitted its first proposal to reduce the regulatory burden and bureaucracy for companies. Read the speech
Sweden trade policy: free trade, EU market and Mercosur
- Argues that free trade and openness are crucial for Sweden's prosperity and security. Emphasizes the government's work to strengthen the EU's competitiveness, negotiate free trade agreements and reduce bureaucracy through implementation and simplification councils. Read the speech
- Answers that the government is working on various proposals to secure Sweden's position. Argues that Sweden is actively working to create bilateral agreements in order not to be dependent on a single way forward. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' proposal because it risks stifling the business sector with bureaucracy and regulations. Argues that the government is working to strengthen competitiveness, preserve free trade, and uphold the work of the WTO. Read the speech
Regional development policy: infrastructure, nuclear and services
- Wants to approve the committee's proposal. Argues that robust infrastructure, regional airports and national control over forest policy are crucial for Sweden's growth. Advocates for innovation and cost-effectiveness in the agricultural transition. Argues that nuclear power is necessary for stable electricity production. Wants to strengthen small breweries through tax cuts and allow farm sales of alcohol. Read the speech
- Means that projects in the 39 rural municipalities were time-limited interventions to create something that will subsequently become self-sufficient. Explains that projects are not intended to be for life but shall transition to something permanent. Read the speech
- Argues that each party decides its own investments and that the project will be evaluated after 2024. Explains that a new rural strategy will be developed during 2026 to create long-term solutions. Read the speech
- Argues that the relocation of government agencies are complex moves where the long-term benefits must outweigh the short-term costs. Emphasizes that the agencies' function must be in focus and that the location must enable access to the necessary workforce. Read the speech
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School staffing, class sizes, crime, and alcohol sales
- Asks what the government is doing to ensure that students receive fair grades, as parents and students testify that students do not receive the grades they have worked for. Read the speech
Regional development: SD, S, and V debate rural growth
- Argues that the government has fought inflation for the benefit of the population and criticizes previous policies that fueled inflation. Asks how high the inflation would have become under previous governments and questions the Social Democrats' bureaucratic distribution policy. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden's purchasing power is affected by global factors and electricity prices. Claims that the government has compensated families with children and fought inflation. Explains that the project in the 39 municipalities was time-limited and mentions an upcoming investigation on regional growth. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is not possible to guarantee specific outcomes in sales and that the goal is an expansion in the countryside. Criticizes the opposition's policy for having reduced freedom of choice, increased healthcare queues, and worsened the economy in Social Democratic-led regions. Read the speech
- Argues that there will be longer queues in healthcare with the Social Democrats despite the government having provided funds. Argues that the regions must fulfill their mandate and make use of existing resources. Emphasizes the importance of job opportunities after education. Read the speech
Electricity market data access and grid fee cost distribution
Hotel and guesthouse permit requirement abolished to cut bureaucracy
- Expresses joy over the decision to abolish the permit requirement for hotel and guesthouse operations and replace it with a notification procedure. Argues that this reduces unnecessary bureaucracy, creates a more level playing field and facilitates for the business sector. Read the speech
Property division time limits for victims of domestic violence
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- Hopes that the investigator can find new and better solutions than the previous ones. Argues that the legal aid from the 90s was insufficient in prolonged property divisions and hopes that the investigator reviews this. Read the speech
Wind power expansion and nuclear power for energy security
- Argues that hydropower, combined heat and power, and nuclear power are necessary stable power sources to secure the system. Criticizes that the limitations of wind power are ignored and points out that offshore wind power requires large power lines and that the blades wear out. Read the speech
- Argues that the debate covers all types of power, primarily wind power. Emphasizes that nuclear power, hydropower, and combined heat and power constitute the foundation that must be preserved while expanding with renewable technology. Read the speech
Intellectual property rights for innovation and AI regulation
- Argues that intellectual property rights are crucial for innovation and welfare. Emphasizes that the government's foreign trade strategy takes a holistic approach to strengthen Swedish companies through increased knowledge and cooperation between authorities, universities, and companies. Read the speech
- Means that the government is not saying no to a strategy, but that the foreign trade strategy already puts companies at the center. Explains that the government's various strategies together will provide answers and that any gaps can be addressed. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has taken a collective grip through a strategy that gathers necessary information. Explains that the Patent and Registration Office is responsible for informing companies and linking universities, while Vinnova shall also invest in defense and security. Read the speech
- Argues that it is incorrect to claim that the government does not see the need for a strategy. Explains that the government is working on a broad foreign trade strategy that includes research and development to put the business sector at the center. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's current strategy is a good way to handle intellectual property and innovation. Explains that the Patent and Registration Office already has a mandate to inform and cooperate with educational institutions. Read the speech
Relocating authorities outside Stockholm for regional development
- Argues that it is a political responsibility to weigh long-term benefits against short-term costs in relocation. Argues that the government has tools for evaluations and wants agencies to operate throughout the country. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Regional development: SD, S and V debate rural strategies
- Proposes approval of the committee report. Argues that regional development is strengthened through competitiveness, local entrepreneurship, digitalization, and technological development. Criticizes the current government's electricity policy and advocates for a focus on infrastructure maintenance instead of high-speed trains. Read the speech
- Argues that efficiency is about working smart. Argues that the operation can be improved by working in new ways and that money is not always the solution. Advocates for digitalization and coordination of agencies to reduce administrative processes and create gains. Read the speech
- Argues that newspaper headlines often focus on the negative aspects of cuts and that it is positive to have a review of how authorities work. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party's policy as being subsidy-like and argues that they want to stop tax cuts on fuel as well as raise the tax. Argues that fuel vouchers are a solution and questions how road improvements can be combined with restrictions on driving. Read the speech
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Time limit for property division in domestic violence cases
- Welcomes the Minister for Justice's response regarding the investigation of the division of property issue. Criticizes that existing tools are not used effectively, which leads to division processes standing still for many years. Read the speech
- Welcomes and appreciates that the government has acted on the issue. Argues that division of property processes are long and costly, and that financial resources sometimes disappear before the division of property takes place. Read the speech
Housing, infrastructure, defense and foreign policy debate
- Asks how the minister views infrastructure investments to remove bottlenecks and improve freight traffic and commuting in Skåne. Points out that the infrastructure in Skåne has serious deficiencies. Read the speech
Prison and Probation Service funding and Ukrainian refugees
- Asks about the current situation and what can be expected in the future regarding free trade agreements with countries such as New Zealand, Australia, India and Mercosur. Argues that it is of great importance for Sweden to promote free trade. Read the speech
Intellectual property rights for Swedish innovation and strategy
- Argues that intangible assets are crucial for a company's value and competitiveness and emphasizes the importance of education as well as public procurement to drive innovation. Wants knowledge about intellectual property rights to be spread and highlights the need to protect innovations against piracy. Read the speech
- Confirms that a strategy to gather knowledge is underway. Argues that piracy is a complex issue that requires measures against individuals rather than companies. Points out that Sweden lacks a strategy despite the opportunity having existed for eight years. Read the speech
- Argues that the preparation of an innovation strategy should take time. Praises previous measures such as innovation checks and the role of the Public Procurement Authority. Points out that education in intellectual property rights is lacking at universities but hopes for improvements. Read the speech
Sweden trade policy sustainability welfare and justice debate
- Emphasizes the importance of free trade and rule-based systems to create prosperity, combat poverty, and promote the green transition. Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of all motions. Read the speech
- Rejects the claim that the party has abandoned fair trade. Argues that social and environmental sustainability should be integrated through rules-based trade in accordance with international frameworks such as WTO and OECD. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus should be on the existing rule-based frameworks within the WTO and OECD instead of pulling out individual concepts. Wants to stick to these established trade systems to create clarity. Read the speech
Crisis instrument for internal market and subsidiarity test
- Argues that ambiguities in the proposal can be handled during the future negotiation process. Therefore wants the committee to submit the report to the members and moves for approval of the reservation. Read the speech
Sweden energy mix: nuclear, wind power and electricity prices
- Proposes approval of the proposal and rejection of the motions. Argues that nuclear power is necessary for a stable electricity supply and criticizes the government's policy for having dismantled the base load, which has caused high electricity prices and risk of power outages. Read the speech
Copyright in the digital single market: tech giants and AI
- Argues that the legislation must be adapted to the digital world and AI. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of the reservations to ensure well-functioning copyright rules in the digital age. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has listened to the organizations and that the current wording is legally correct according to Swedish practice. Explains that there should be no problems in complying with EU law. Read the speech
- Argues that the current wording is legally correct and meets the EU requirements. Explains that the decision is based on an obligation to implement the directive loyally while simultaneously following Swedish legal principles. Read the speech
Faster division processes: M investigation and C's fine proposal
- Argues that prolonged division of property processes are devastating for individuals and society. Criticizes that tools to prevent funds from being withheld do not function effectively enough and emphasizes the need for faster processes. Read the speech
- Argues that one must see the whole and inventory the problems to find patterns. Suggests that it should be economic crime if someone does not produce their underlying documents. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.