Agenda Profile: Rene Kokk
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political focus is directed toward procedural transparency and accountability in the legislative process. The speaker demands clarification as to which law firm's opinion was referenced and whether that material is publicly available, which demonstrates strong procedural oversight. The position is rather policy-driven, focusing on the correctness of the procedure, rather than the content of the draft bill itself.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise is evident in the area of the legislative process and the administration of procedural documents. The speaker knows to inquire about the date for presenting the commissioned opinion to the committee and notes that the materials are not accessible to members of the Riigikogu (Parliament). This indicates an awareness of the rules governing the utilization of expert opinions that underpin the drafting of legislation.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and interrogative. The speaker poses logical and fact-based questions, demanding precise information (the name of the law firm, the date of the discussion, the location of the material). The tone is neutral yet demanding, emphasizing the necessity of transparency.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity indicates active participation in the Riigikogu session on December 3, 2024, by submitting consecutive clarifying questions regarding a single topic. This suggests a focused effort during the continuation of the second reading of Draft Act 427 SE.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition targets the rapporteur's actions and the lack of transparency in the procedure. The criticism is procedural because the opinion of the referenced law firm is not available to the other deputies. The speaker calls into question the rapporteur's assertions regarding the public availability of the material.
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Collaboration Style
There is not enough data.
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Regional Focus
There is not enough data.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The social focus is indirectly related to the Draft Act on Amendments to the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE). The speaker is not expressing a position on the substance of the social policy, but rather focusing on the accuracy of the materials underpinning this draft legislation.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on Bill 427 SE (Act Amending the Child Protection Act). The speaker's role is that of a procedural overseer, who requires that the opinion of the law firm cited by the rapporteur be made available and that its discussion within the committee be documented.
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