Session Profile: Irja Lutsar
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-01-29
Political Position
The political position is one of strong support for raising the age boundary for considering children with disabilities as adults to 18 years old, deeming this legislation to be even overdue. This stance is policy-based, emphasizing international consistency and the expansion of services. The speaker belongs to the Eesti 200 party and calls on other Riigikogu members to support the draft legislation.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the social sector, particularly concerning services for people with disabilities, legal definitions, and the resulting burden on families. The technical and financial aspects are specifically highlighted, drawing attention to the unusually low IT costs (12,000 euros) incurred during the law's implementation, which stands in stark contrast to typical expenditures that run into the millions.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is supportive, rational, and formal, beginning with the address, "Esteemed Chairman! Dear Audience!" The speaker employs logical arguments (definitions, the burden on families, the precedent set by IT costs) and expresses optimism regarding the positive impact of the law. The tone is persuasive and positive, stressing that the change is "entirely positive."
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Activity Patterns
The speaker mentions active participation in the work of the Social Affairs Committee, where they are accustomed to hearing discussions concerning the substantial IT costs of the proposed legislation. Data on the frequency of speeches or other public appearances is unavailable.
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Opposition Stance
No opposition is voiced towards any political group or individual; criticism is absent. The address focuses exclusively on expressing support and highlighting the positive aspects of the bill.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker supports the bill presented by the Minister (or the Government) and calls on other Riigikogu members to support it, emphasizing cooperation on the issue of social policy. The style of cooperation is open and consensual, centered on achieving a shared positive outcome.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on nationwide social services, legislative definitions, and international compliance. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize cost-effectiveness and fiscal responsibility, highlighting and commending the bill's exceptionally low IT costs (12,000 euros) as a positive example. The policy itself involves the expansion of state-funded services, which alleviates the financial burden on families with disabled children.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the support of children with disabilities and their families, stressing the necessity of extending services until the age of 18. The objective is to lessen the emotional and financial burden placed on families and to ensure that the definitions of children with disabilities are consistent with the threshold of adulthood.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on raising the age threshold for recognizing children with disabilities as adults from 16 to 18, which will lead to improved access to services. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft legislation and stresses its positive influence on several other statutes.
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