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Lars Johnsson (M)
What Lars 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.
Hunting legislation: sale hunting in economic zone and confidentiality
- Welcomes that the permit requirement for hunting on public water is removed to reduce administrative barriers. Advocates for expanded commercial hunting with economic incentives and the removal of the EU's trade ban, as well as strong confidentiality protection to protect hunters and domestic animal owners. Read the speech
Waste legislation reform: SD, S, and MP debate recycling rules
- Argues that Sweden needs measures that promote the circular economy to meet the EU's requirements. Suggests that the retail trade should take responsibility for the management of its own waste and motions for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
- Welcomes that the proposed amendments create a clearer regulatory framework. Argues that the proposals do not increase the risk of waste crime and that a reform of environmental criminal law is being prepared. Read the speech
- Argues that the supervision will not become more complex than with the current regulatory framework. Emphasizes that it is important to proceed with the proposals to increase material recycling and circularity. Read the speech
Dog control: SD, S, and M debate fighting dog regulations
- Supports the welcome amendments that give the authorities an increased mandate against fighting dogs. Argues that the legislative changes are important so that the authorities can intervene when animals are harmed or when owners fail in their animal husbandry. Read the speech
Invasive alien species and nature conservation regulations
- Supports the government's proposal on criminal liability for the introduction of invasive species. Wants further relaxations in the coastal protection, shift the focus towards the cultivated landscape, as well as guarantee forest owners the freedom to decide over their forest. Read the speech
- Argues that the appropriation for 2023 was cut because previous appropriations were time-limited and that it returned to the normal level after the election. Explains that the government invested 50 million kronor in 2024 with a focus on a national list of prioritized species. Read the speech
- Argues that any problems with the migration routes in Ljungan cannot be blamed on the government. Explains that the government focuses on preventive work and stricter penal provisions because it is more economically efficient than combating established species. Read the speech
- Views positively on countering reforestation, but argues that the EU's nature restoration regulation is not the best way. Suggests instead that more grazing animals are needed to preserve the landscape. Read the speech
- Argues that the cut in the appropriation to protect forest is a logical outcome of the policy that the landowner shall decide the protection. Argues that the forest's development is heading in the right direction as the amount of dead wood and old forest has increased. Read the speech
Circular economy and PFAS ban requirements in Swedish Riksdag
- Confirms that tax breaks for repairs have been discussed as an alternative to promote a circular economy. Argues that the rut deduction can be extended to more products and that this is currently being discussed at the Government Offices. Read the speech
- Argues that tax reliefs for repairs and second-hand sales are important reforms. Proposes that the national strategy be updated to an action plan, public procurement be used to accelerate the transition, and investigations be appointed for legislation as well as for incineration capacity. Read the speech
Circular and toxic-free economy: SD, S, and M debate goals
- Welcomes that all municipalities shall introduce property-near collection by 2026 at the latest and emphasizes the importance of more initiatives on textile recycling. Argues that the government is making an important investment in the Swedish Chemicals Agency to control imports and limit PFAS. Read the speech
Animal welfare: veterinary costs, carbon dioxide and chicken breeds
- Argues that high animal welfare requirements must not disadvantage Swedish food producers from a competitive standpoint. Wants to minimize the wolf population, simplify the rules for protection hunting and emphasizes the government's work with veterinary care and compensation to farmers. Read the speech
- Argues that the problem with high veterinary costs and market concentration persisted during the previous government. Explains that the Competition Authority is now investigating price transparency and that the government will take a position on concrete measures when the proposal is presented. Read the speech
- Argues that the market economy is necessary for growth and prosperity. Claims that state price regulation on veterinary care leads to poorer quality, longer queues and reduced availability. Points out that concrete measures will follow an ongoing investigation. Read the speech
- Argues that today's legislation should be sufficient for the supervisory authorities to be able to act against what is depicted in the program. Emphasizes that priorities lie with the county administrative boards and that he personally will investigate their work. Read the speech
- Argues that the supervision is primarily financed through supervision fees rather than state grants. Points out that each county administrative board itself must decide whether supervision takes place on-site or through document follow-up in order to achieve the best effect. Read the speech
- Is satisfied that an animal welfare compensation of 1,000 kronor has been introduced. Argues that the current system is not the best solution but was necessary to be able to get started quickly. Read the speech
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Riksdag's petition handling and government announcement reports
- Argues that the low number of notifications is due to the fact that the government's policy has the support of a majority. Points out that the government is quickly finalizing a large number of notifications and moves that the letters be added to the records. Read the speech
Government compliance with climate goals and Consultation Act
- Argues that the government did not fail to meet the preparation requirements in the appointment of a board member to Sipri as no information emerged regarding reasons to question the candidate. Claims that the government has followed the Climate Act and that the steps taken to improve impact assessments are a good grade. Read the speech
Municipal and regional issues and conditions for municipality sizes
- Argues that municipalities and regions have the same mandate but different conditions. Points out that the government has invested in collaborative projects to strengthen the capacity of smaller municipalities and moves for approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of all motions. Read the speech
Labor market, energy, food and social issues in Riksdag debate
- Asks when the government assesses that the EU's Birds and Habitats Directives can be amended and how this will affect the possibility of reducing the wolf population in Skåne and the rest of Sweden. Read the speech
Riksdag communications: handling of reports and announcements
- Argues that the low number of notifications is due to the fact that the current government's policy has the support of a majority. Notes that the government's account provides a correct picture and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Transparency and documentation review in government work
- Argues that the government has failed to follow the Social Services Ordinance's rules for the adjustment of the national standard. Points out that the committee did not find any deficiencies in the handling of the NATO meeting in Madrid as the agreement was a political declaration of intent. Read the speech
Municipal and regional issues and welfare governance debate
- Argues that municipalities and regions have different conditions despite the same mandate. Moves for approval of the proposal because it is unwise to anticipate the results of ongoing preparations of investigations concerning the municipalities' organization and possibilities. Read the speech
Economic management and result reserves in municipalities
- Argues that the government's proposal gives municipalities and regions greater freedom to plan their savings by replacing the equalization reserve with a result reserve. Wishes to approve the committee's proposal in its entirety and reject the submitted follow-up motions. Read the speech
King's 50th anniversary flag day proposal and food prices
- Supports the government's proposal for a temporary flag day to commemorate the King's 50th anniversary. Argues that the event provides an opportunity to manifest national unity and moves for approval of the committee's decision. Read the speech
Riksdag communication handling: S and V criticize government
- Argues that the body of regulations at the authorities has increased significantly since 2017. Criticizes that a notification has not been treated for over eleven years and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
EU issues and arms exports to Ukraine: Government review report
- Argues that the government's handling of the climate car bonus was wise. Explains that the preparation of electricity subsidies took place at high speed due to high electricity prices, but emphasizes the importance of maintaining preparation requirements. Read the speech
Municipal and regional issues: S, SD, and M debate rules
- Argues that a reduced number of elected representatives can affect trust in politicians and local democracy. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal and considers that one should await the government's position. Read the speech
Burial fees, church funeral homes and sharing of ashes
- Wants to support the committee's proposal to reject all motions. Argues that the current burial fee is transparent, that a ban on the church's funeral homes may conflict with the freedom of trade and that opportunities for sharing of ashes already exist. Read the speech
High-speed train main line cancellations and infrastructure
- Thanks the government for the sensible decision to cancel the planning of a high-speed railway through Skåne. Argues that the previous planning would have destroyed unique biotopes and created barriers in the landscape. Read the speech
- Criticizes the previous government's decision to prioritize high speed on certain sections over capacity. Argues that the current government is correcting this mistake to the benefit of the people of Skåne. Read the speech
Ukraine support, Archer artillery, school burden and fishing
- Asks whether the government will take initiatives to enable license hunting of wolves in the southern predator management area. Argues that there is a lack of supporting arguments for protecting the wolf population in the country's southern parts, as it already exceeds the reference value for a favorable conservation status. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.