lainsäädäntöarvioinnissa

Lainsäädäntöarviointi (legislative impact assessment) is a systematic process used to evaluate the potential effects of proposed legislation before it is enacted. The primary goal is to understand the likely consequences of a law or regulation on various aspects of society, the economy, and the environment. This assessment helps policymakers make informed decisions by providing a clearer picture of the intended and unintended outcomes of their proposals.

The process typically involves identifying the objectives of the proposed legislation and then analyzing how these objectives can be achieved. It considers various alternatives and assesses their respective impacts, costs, and benefits. Key areas often examined include economic effects such as impacts on businesses, employment, and public finances; social effects like changes in public health, safety, equality, and individual rights; and environmental effects such as pollution, resource depletion, and biodiversity.

Lainsäädäntöarviointi can involve quantitative methods, such as cost-benefit analysis, and qualitative methods, like stakeholder consultations and expert opinions. The findings of the assessment are usually presented in a report that accompanies the legislative proposal, allowing for transparency and public scrutiny. This process aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of legislation, ensuring that laws are well-founded, proportionate, and achieve their intended purposes with minimal negative side effects. It is a tool for evidence-based policymaking and good governance.