Agenda Profile: Aivar Kokk
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate a bill amending the Traffic Act, which grants local governments the right to restrict or prohibit the use of rental electric scooters and mopeds" (618 OE)
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker strongly supports the right of local municipalities to restrict the use of rented micro-mobility devices. The primary argument centers on protecting public health, contending that scooters and bicycles impede people's movement and their ability to pursue healthy lifestyles. This stance is clearly in favor of the proposal put forth by the Isamaa party and calls upon coalition politicians to back this initiative.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of urban planning and public health, linking the proliferation of micromobility devices to a decline in healthy lifestyles. They use practical examples from the urban environment (sidewalks, scooters, walking, jogging), but do not provide specific statistical data or technical details.
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Rhetorical Style
An emotional and persuasive style, which emphasizes the importance of health as a core value ("You can't do anything without health"). It uses rhetorical questions and direct appeals to colleagues. The tone is concerned, yet constructive, calling for joint action to guide the government.
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Activity Patterns
Due to the limited data, it is not possible to assess the frequency or patterns of speech.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker indirectly criticizes the current coalition, referencing "today's coalition politicians" and urging them to grasp the importance of healthcare in Estonia. The criticism is policy-focused rather than personal, centering on the setting of priorities during decision-making.
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Collaboration Style
It urges cooperation, asking all members of the Riigikogu to jointly support the Isamaa proposal. It emphasizes the need to act in pursuit of a common goal and to guide the government in making sound decisions. The style is inclusive and compromise-seeking.
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Regional Focus
It focuses primarily on the problems of urban space, specifically identifying cities as the main area of impact. It also references rural areas in a future context ("or soon, the countryside as well"), but the main emphasis is on the urban environment.
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Economic Views
Due to the lack of sufficient data, the economic outlooks cannot be assessed.
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Social Issues
Strongly emphasizes the importance of public health as a social priority. It argues that technological solutions (scooters) should not replace traditional healthy activities such as walking and running. It advocates that public space should support an active lifestyle.
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Legislative Focus
Actively supports the amendment of the Traffic Act, which would grant local municipalities the authority to regulate light personal mobility devices. The focus is on the necessity of legislative changes for the protection of public health and the better organization of urban space.
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