Session Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart

The primary focus is on safeguarding civil rights and personal data protection within a democratic state governed by the rule of law, coupled with criticism directed at surveillance systems that were rushed into implementation and insufficiently regulated. [The subject] supports the decision to suspend the use of cameras until legal clarity is achieved, stressing the necessity of independent oversight and transparency. Family policy and the expansion of state aid to various local governments (specifically, free kindergartens) are also important, regarding which [the subject] is prepared for cooperation and a broader consensus. [The subject] is critical of the past conduct of the Social Democrats and the government, but is not destructive; rather, the approach is centered on finding solutions to problems.

Shows a strong knowledge base in the fields of law enforcement, data protection, and European law: references the letter of the Chancellor of Justice, decisions of the European Court of Justice, shortcomings in the control measures of the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board), and the need to establish clear legal grounds for data collection and processing. It utilizes statistics and audits (e.g., 20 million images per month, access restrictions, log control) and emphasizes the mandatory requirement for a legal basis and control.

A distinctly analytical and fact-based style is emphasized; uses structured arguments, lists points and questions, and rejects hasty decisions. The discourse is formal, incorporating guidelines and legal nuances, and includes controlled expressions of emotion, but generally maintains a calm, yet decisive tone.

Throughout this period, he/she actively participated in several plenary sessions on June 9, 2025, delivering detailed, extended addresses and referencing numerous recent debates and legislative drafts. He/She demonstrated consistent engagement across various issues (security, social policy, economy) and frequently noted that discussions would continue in subsequent sittings (“we’ll discuss this tomorrow”).

Critical of the actions taken by the government and the respective ministers, particularly regarding the directive for the use or construction of the CCTV camera network; it views the rushing of the draft legislation and the hidden 'memo-state' as a danger to the democratic rule of law, and considers the intent of these proceedings to be unconcealed. It demands that the legality be brought to light and verified, and calls for greater transparency and independent oversight.

It demonstrates a readiness for broader cooperation, particularly in the area of social policy (such as free kindergartens) and in expanding state aid to local municipalities. It seeks to achieve consensus and emphasizes that all measures must be coordinated at the national level. While critical of specific partners and past policy experience, it does not rule out future collaboration.

The focus is on the national level, using Tallinn as an example: it is considered that Tallinn's free kindergartens could serve as a model, but the necessity of expanding this nationwide is stressed. Therefore, regional challenges (the varying capabilities of local municipalities) are crucial, and the state should offer support.

A focus on consolidating family benefits and social measures: It advocates for free kindergartens as an investment in family well-being and promoting the birth rate. It opposes the introduction or retention of a car tax or other unnecessary taxes, and wants the state to intervene in the housing market to increase the availability of suitable housing for young people. Overall, it favors moderate but targeted public spending aimed at improving the living standards of families and young people.

The primary focus is placed on the demographic and social level: the situation regarding youth birth rates and mental health, housing availability, and single parents as a vulnerable group. It supports strengthening family values, improving children's well-being, and measures related to free kindergarten; highlighting youth mental health problems and alleviating insecurity.

Close attention to the quality of regulatory drafts within policy security requires clear grounds detailing what data may be collected and when it must be destroyed, as well as the establishment of independent oversight for legal protection. The primary objective is to ensure a lawful basis and a clear control mechanism before proceeding, along with the organization and quality of the debate and the subsequent discussion of the draft legislation.