Before the discussion began, the president's representative, Almasbek Abytov, suggested removing this issue from the agenda due to the absence of a speaker. However, Kamila Talieva opposed this and proposed to reject the draft law.
She stated: "Who is the author of this project? This is an enemy of the state! No matter which ministry it is, it will undermine the president and the Jogorku Kenesh! I don’t understand why this draft law even made it to parliament and passed the committee. If we support it, we will be disgraced! How can we remove the title 'People's Poet'? Are we now going to call Jenijok, Barpy, and Arstanbek simply writers?!"
Ulan Primov supported her, noting that the true holders of the titles have worked for many years. "If we do not take their contribution into account, it will be wrong," he added.
Gulya Kozhokulova emphasized the moral aspect of the issue.
“These are not just awards; they are recognition from the state. Proposals disguised under the pretext of 'de-bureaucratization' limit the assessment of citizens for their merits. Removing the issue from the agenda is not a solution. Officials who develop such laws must be held accountable. This attitude is unacceptable. I propose to consider the issue without a speaker and vote against it,” she noted.
“The president announced a moratorium on the establishment and awarding of titles. We need to carry out a reform. There are 46 different titles! The awarding of some individuals has caused discontent in society. I insist on discussing this issue. Nurbek Omurbekovich, withdraw your proposal. We cannot ignore this issue. Discussion at the first reading is extremely important for developing proposals for the second reading,” the speaker addressed his colleagues.
Akyilbek Tumonbaev expressed dissatisfaction that Sydygaliev's proposal was not put to a vote, and only the speaker's decision was made. He called for adherence to the regulations. Sydygaliev confirmed that the proposal initially came from him and then from Turgunbek uulu.
“Okay, I will withdraw my proposal,” concluded the deputy.
