Session Profile: Signe Kivi
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
2024-02-07
Political Position
The political stance is critical regarding the speed and procedural history of the amendments to the Higher Education Act. Emphasis is placed on the universities' concern about the excessively rapid entry into force, which suggests a cautious and procedure-centric approach. The position is clearly policy-driven, focusing specifically on institutional readiness.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the process and timelines for amending the Higher Education Act, referencing specific effective dates categorized by study level (2023/2024, 2024/2025, 2027/28). Specific legislative terminology is employed (draft bill, proceedings, academic year).
1 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, employing the addresses "Honored Chairman" and "Respected Presenter." The speech is logical and focuses on a procedural challenge, raising a pointed question about the frequency of the draft bill's previous defense.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Data is scarce.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is focused on the speed at which the changes proposed by the bill's submitter would take effect, a timeline considered too rapid for the universities. The criticism is both procedural and policy-based, calling into question the necessity of repeatedly submitting the draft legislation.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Data is scarce.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing amendments to the Higher Education Act that affect all Estonian universities.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Data is scarce.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Higher education policy is addressed among the social issues, highlighting concerns regarding the impact of the rapid implementation of legislative amendments on educational institutions.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward the critical analysis of the draft bill to amend the Higher Education Act. The speaker is acting as a challenger to the bill's proponent, questioning its previous handling and recurrence, citing the desire to ensure a thorough process.
1 Speeches Analyzed