Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart

Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

2024-11-18

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

Political Position
The address centers on criticizing current engagement measures and proposed development plans, stressing the importance of early stakeholder inclusion and adherence to sound legislative principles. It does not articulate a definitive ideological stance but suggests that the quality of engagement and the coordination of timelines need improvement. Consequently, one can infer a moderate or critical political position focused on procedural enhancement rather than contentious ideology.

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Topic Expertise
The text emphasizes the foundations of legislative policy and the results of the analysis; it points to data showing that the criticism raised by businesses must be accepted, and that stakeholders are being given too little time to provide feedback. Furthermore, it highlights that in the case of 23 draft laws, less than five working days were allocated for coordination and the submission of opinions.

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Rhetorical Style
Formal, questioning, and analytical tone; uses references to specific studies and names; poses questions and leaves the final position open.

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Activity Patterns
Mentions participation in the parliamentary committee and recent discussions; cites statements made by other politicians and ministers; demonstrates regular political debate.

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Opposition Stance
Brings up criticism of the current inclusion measures; mentions two opposing frameworks of discussion—the Minister of Justice’s criticism versus the claims made by Yoko Alender and Vladimir Svet—and does not express a clear allegiance to either side; the matter suggests that the position is open.

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Collaboration Style
It emphasizes stakeholder involvement and open discussion; demonstrates a willingness to listen to different viewpoints; does not present specific forms of cooperation, but hints at the need for collaboration.

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Regional Focus
Not enough data.

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Economic Views
Not enough data.

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Social Issues
Insufficient data.

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Legislative Focus
Emphasis is placed on the quality of the legislative process and improving participation; the necessity of preparing a preliminary draft intention (or 'intention to develop'), the deadlines for coordinating bills, and the conditions for submitting opinions are discussed; the context of draft legislation related to the state budget is mentioned.

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