15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The agenda item concerned an interpellation submitted by Riigikogu members Andrei Korobeinik, Aleksei Jevgrafov, Lauri Laats, Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart, and Vadim Belobrovtsev regarding the temporary taxation of banks' excess profits. Andrei Korobeinik, the representative of the petitioners, sharply criticized the government's policy, which, during a deep economic recession, imposes new taxes …

The Riigikogu debated an interpellation submitted by members of the Centre Party faction regarding the rise in the cost of living in Estonia. Lauri Laats, the representative of those submitting the inquiry, highlighted the direct impact of the government's tax policy (the rise in VAT and excise duties) on the …

During the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) sitting, Inquiry No. 304, submitted by Riigikogu members Evelin Poolamets and Anti Poolamets concerning the implementation of a motor vehicle tax, was debated. The submitters expressed concern over the new tax’s negative impact on the Estonian business and economic environment, as well as the ability …

The Riigikogu debated Inquiry No. 527, submitted by Varro Vooglaid and Anti Poolamets, concerning the taxation of land under residential buildings. The submitters, representing the opposition (EKRE), expressed deep concern over the government's intention to abolish the current tax exemption for residential land. They emphasized that taxing homeowners essentially transforms …

This hearing addressed the inquiry submitted by Riigikogu members Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart and Andrei Korobeinik on February 14, 2024, concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax on auto and motor sports. The inquiry focused specifically on how the planned vehicle tax might affect Estonian auto and motor sports, considering that …

The Riigikogu debate centered on Interpellation No. 268, submitted by Riigikogu members Helle-Moonika Helme, Siim Pohlak, Alar Laneman, Rain Epler, Arvo Aller, Varro Vooglaid, and Jaak Valge, concerning the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life. The representative of the interpellators, Helle-Moonika Helme (EKRE), emphasized …

A debate was held in the Riigikogu concerning Interpellation No. 324, submitted by Riigikogu members Varro Vooglaid and Kalle Grünthal, which addressed ensuring marriage equality and the natural rights of children. The interpellation was submitted in response to the government coalition's plan to redefine marriage, thereby including same-sex relationships and …