Agenda Profile: Signe Kivi
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The political stance is moderately critical concerning the procedure for amending the Churches Act. The focus is centered on policy and law, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring clarity regarding limitations on fundamental rights and avoiding an overly broad definition of the concept of threat. To strengthen their position, the speaker relies on the legal analysis provided by the President of the Republic.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legal clarity and constitutional limitations, directly citing the president’s objections regarding the law’s vague requirements and the broad definition of the concept of threat. The expert analysis focuses on evaluating the law’s applicability and its compliance with fundamental rights, particularly concerning state intervention in the activities of religious associations.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, focusing on the logical framing of the issue and demanding accountability from both the presenter and the commission. The speaker uses direct quotation of the president's letter to establish authority and refers to the president's stance as a "reproach" rather than a proposal, thereby emphasizing the seriousness of the criticism.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is limited to a single appearance in the legislative debate on September 17, 2025, during which the presiding officer and the rapporteur were addressed. This demonstrates engagement during the phase of the law's reconsideration.
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Opposition Stance
The objection is aimed at the procedural conduct, criticizing the commission's (or the rapporteur's) failure to thoroughly discuss the president's legal objections regarding the ambiguity of the law. The criticism targets the procedure and the substance of the policy; it is not personal.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker firmly aligns himself with the legal analysis provided by the President of the Republic, using it as the basis for challenging the activities of the legislative committee. This cooperation is aimed at ensuring legal clarity, relying on the President's institutional stance.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The speaker is addressing a social issue concerning the regulation of religious associations and the assessment of their foreign ties. The position emphasizes civil liberties and the need to ensure clarity regarding restrictions on fundamental rights, contrasting with vague criteria for state intervention.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is the reconsideration of the Act amending the Churches and Congregations Act (570 UA) after the President refused to promulgate the law. The Speaker acted as an overseer, demanding clarification from the committee regarding how the President's objections concerning the legal clarity and constitutionality of the act were addressed.
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