Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart

First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

2024-05-29

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Political Position
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Topic Expertise
The speaker formally presents data regarding the financing of local governments (noting that municipalities contribute over 100 million euros, while state support of 10 million euros is comparatively small). Ideas for involving private capital are mentioned, including the taxation of banks and a digital tax, as well as the discussion surrounding the involvement of the Minister of Culture on the topic of private funding. This demonstrates a practical focus on funding sources and an understanding of the risks inherent in these deliberations.

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Rhetorical Style
The tone is professional and measured, utilizing figures and references to previous sessions; a question is posed at the end, prompting listeners to consider the possibility of making cuts.

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Activity Patterns
Refers to the committee meetings and discussions; raises questions regarding funding, and demonstrates involvement in the processing of the draft bill and the dialogue addressing its financing aspects.

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Opposition Stance
No direct confrontation with the draft legislation has been declared; there is a critical stance regarding the potential for cuts and an emphasis on the risks associated with such reductions, but no clear support for or opposition to the measure itself.

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Collaboration Style
Shows readiness for cooperation and dialogue (reference to coalition member Heljo Pikhof and the topic of involving the Minister of Culture); in the discussion, focuses on attracting private funding as a form of collaboration.

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Regional Focus
It emphasizes the contribution of local governments and the national level; a specific regional focus is not highlighted.

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Economic Views
Economic attention is being directed towards the size of the funding and the search for supplementary resources. State support is minimal, necessitating the involvement of private capital. The use of various tax options (including a bank tax, digital tax, and sugar tax) is mentioned as a means of securing financing for youth hobby education.

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Social Issues
The text concerns the financing of youth interest education and health promotion; it emphasizes the importance of boosting youth development and suggests exploring various payment options to secure the necessary funding.

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Legislative Focus
The first reading of Riigikogu Bill 407 OE. The central theme is increasing support for youth extracurricular activities and identifying the necessary financing, including discussions on various potential funding sources.

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