Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Third Party Liability Insurance Act and Consequential Amendments to Other Acts (400 SE)
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
Political Position
The main topic is the compensation for non-pecuniary damage under motor insurance and establishing the corresponding amounts; the position is reformist but moderate, focusing on the need to amend the draft bill and increase transparency. He/She emphasizes that existing shortcomings must be addressed, noting that while case law has evolved, the legislation has not. The goal is to improve the protection afforded to people following accidents.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The topics covered include the provisions of the Traffic Insurance Act regarding compensation for non-pecuniary damage, the impact of Supreme Court decisions, and ideas for increasing the transparency of the draft legislation. Reference is made to case law, and there is discussion on how to better define compensation guidelines; a recommendation is presented to disclose the largest compensations as a list of the top 20.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal, argumentative, and constructive. It utilizes examples and questions (e.g., have you considered?) along with references to case law. It transitions from fact-based language into discussion, emphasizing transparency and collaboration.
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Activity Patterns
Submitted on May 8, 2024, during the first reading. Reference was made to letters received by the Riigikogu concerning the draft bill, and specific proposals and questions were presented. Participation in the same day's discussions was disciplined and attentive, emphasizing the need for ongoing dialogue.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
An inclusive and collaborative approach: Calls for discussion with the Minister and the Riigikogu, presents ideas and requests internal information, and demonstrates readiness to discuss amendments to the draft bill. It emphasizes cooperation and open receptiveness to proposals.
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Regional Focus
There is insufficient data regarding regional concentration; the text focuses on national-level legislation and issues applicable nationwide.
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Economic Views
Economic considerations are reflected in increased transparency regarding compensation and the potential reduction of costs and/or capacity by minimizing the necessity of legal counsel. Specific figures or statements concerning cost increases or decreases have not been provided.
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Social Issues
The position emphasizes better protection for injured individuals following traffic accidents and addresses social justice through a more transparent and equitable system for compensating non-pecuniary damage. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on better safeguarding the situation of vulnerable people through legislative amendments.
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Legislative Focus
The main objective is the review of draft bill 400 SE and the amendment of the provisions concerning compensation for non-pecuniary damage; the necessity of clarifying the provisions and introducing measures that increase transparency (e.g., the public disclosure of the 20 largest compensations) is emphasized; the representative is the promoter of the draft bill or the initiator of an inclusive discussion.
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