Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
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 representative of the Centre Party firmly supports the first reading of the draft bill and emphasizes the necessity of granting local municipalities the authority to restrict or prohibit the use of light personal mobility devices and small mopeds. He views this as a crucial and rapid solution that would reduce road chaos and enhance the safety of road users. The delayed action is critically assessed, and the need for cooperation and coalition consensus is stressed.
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of the process of regulating movement and traffic and the importance of coordinating legislative drafts, mentioning that a separate bill exists where the specific points are detailed. It emphasizes the necessity of regulating the use of light mobility devices and micro-mopeds, and shows an understanding of the procedural and regulatory aspects.
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Rhetorical Style
Tõnu is formal, cooperative, and goal-focused; he uses fact-based references (Tallinn City Council consensus, coordinated legislative drafts) and pays attention to safety. The text includes minor criticism regarding the delay in action, but attempts to establish a receptive and broad mandate for all factions.
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Activity Patterns
This represents the rapid processing of a single proposal and the coordination of additional regulatory steps; it refers to a recent discussion in the Tallinn City Council and the consensus support achieved across all political parties. It recommends that all factions and non-aligned deputies first provide their support and subsequently champion the defense of a more constitutional bill.
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Opposition Stance
The critics are the political parties who previously did not support the regulation; loud and frequent attention is drawn to their earlier reluctance, citing the loss of working hours and the postponement of necessary measures. [The proponent] strongly supports the regulation and symbolically highlights that the critics' previous positions contributed to a significant delay and the growth of risks.
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Collaboration Style
It focuses on broad cooperation and bipartisanship; calls on all factions to support the draft resolution and the coordinated bill, and highlights the consensus support of the Tallinn City Council as an example. It demonstrates a willingness to compromise and work toward common goals.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on the Tallinn region: "Tallinn city streets," addressing the Tallinn City Council and the national government. The need for the rapid implementation of local regulations specifically within the context of Tallinn is highlighted.
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Economic Views
Not enough data; economic policy or cost considerations have not been highlighted within the scope of this speech. Not enough data.
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Social Issues
It emphasizes ensuring public safety and order on the roads; guaranteeing safe and sensible traffic flow and alleviating road chaos are key social priorities. It supports swift, yet controlled regulations that protect the interests of all road users.
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Legislative Focus
The primary priority is the first reading of the draft amendment to the Traffic Act, followed by the collaborative drafting of a more detailed bill. The need to resolve the situation expeditiously and secure broad-based support from both the coalition and the community is emphasized. It is noted that the next step involves finalizing the coordinated text of the draft bill and ensuring its rapid further processing.
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