Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
Interpellation concerning the Pet Register (No. 594)
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
Establishing a nationwide pet register is the speaker’s primary objective; he/she supports this solution and deems it essential for ensuring the welfare and safety of animals. He/She emphasizes the need for cross-party consensus and the necessity of moving forward so that the draft bill can reach the Riigikogu (Parliament). He/She focuses on removing procedural obstacles and stresses that the solution must be unified and aimed at reducing the fragmentation among local registers.
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Topic Expertise
He/She demonstrates knowledge regarding issues associated with establishing a pet register, specifically: the impact of microchipping, the operations of animal shelters, and the role of local municipalities. Furthermore, he/she references experience in understanding other registry models (such as the vehicle register) by using the registration process as a case study. The candidate emphasizes procedural aspects and institutional cooperation.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal, official, and emphasizes cooperation. It respectfully thanks the Minister and stresses the importance of an inclusive approach. It uses questions and examples to highlight the necessary way forward.
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Activity Patterns
The text discusses active participation in the animal welfare support group and cooperation with the regional minister and the ministry. It mentions the meeting held prior to the sitting and the sequence concerning the submitted interpellation. It stresses that they want to get answers and introduce the draft bill to the Riigikogu.
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Opposition Stance
There are no references to specific opponents or the opposition; it emphasizes cross-party consensus. It does not present personal attacks nor alternative opposition arguments.
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Collaboration Style
It supports active collaboration between the Minister and stakeholders, and ensures continued cooperation moving forward. It emphasizes that the goal is a unified register solution, along with the involvement of local governments and shelters.
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Regional Focus
The regional minister and the role of local governments in the implementation of the draft legislation were mentioned. The discussion focuses on issues related to improving the design of shelters and urban space, as well as the inclusion of local responsibilities.
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Economic Views
It is emphasized that a unified register solution reduces bureaucracy and the burden on local governments. It has been mentioned that if the state adds supplementary tasks, these must also be state-funded.
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Social Issues
Animal welfare and safety are the primary focus areas; emphasis is placed on the faster return of animals to their owners and the overall efficiency of shelter operations. Also mentioned are improvements to urban planning and a discussion centered on animal protection.
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Legislative Focus
The primary objective is gaining entry to the Riigikogu and overcoming procedural obstacles. An interpellation and questions have been submitted to the minister; responses and further discussion are awaited.
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