By Plenary Sessions: Jaak Aab

Total Sessions: 10

Fully Profiled: 10

2025-10-22
XV Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative priority is the revision of the Local Government Organization Act (KOKS), a process the speaker himself previously led. He focuses on the specifics of the draft legislation, particularly the regulation governing the suspension of municipal council membership for the directors of administered institutions, noting that he was the initiator and supporter of the previous draft.
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus centers on reforming tax policy and fiscal measures, supporting the expansion of the tax base and the implementation of a progressive income tax. The speaker is an initiator and proponent of alternative economic solutions, striving to find remedies for the problems of inflation and competitiveness.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative priorities are related to influencing the rules governing the distribution of development measures for the new funding period and reforming the composition proportions of the electoral college. The speaker is interested in restoring the original intent of the law regarding the composition of the electoral college, which would grant greater weight to local governments.
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus concerns the state budget process and the stability of public transport funding for the coming year. The speaker functions primarily as an interrogator and overseer, monitoring the budgetary certainty of state-supported services.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative priorities are tied to the environmental law package (climate, forestry, and nature conservation acts), which requires concrete steps for preserving biodiversity and restoring habitats. Also in focus are bills concerning the financial autonomy of local governments and tax policy decisions. The speaker is rather a critical observer, waiting for and questioning the legislation.
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently aimed at reducing bureaucracy in business subsidies and streamlining the Planning Act, specifically addressing the "relics of time" (outdated provisions) within it. Furthermore, an amendment is being proposed that would allocate a portion of corporate income tax (specifically from dividends) to local governments, based on the number of jobs created and a regional coefficient.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative focus is the comprehensive reform of the Planning Act, aimed at shortening procedures and eliminating practical bottlenecks that have emerged. He is playing a supporting role, hoping that the package of amendments will contribute to job creation. The second area of focus is tax legislation, particularly the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The main legislative priority is introducing a reduced VAT rate for groceries, which he deems an important economic policy measure. He criticizes the government's decision to exclude this measure from consideration during the budget process, despite public pressure.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus centers on the state budget strategy (RES 2026–2029) and the current tax changes. The speaker takes on the role of a critical questioner, emphasizing the shortcomings in the long-term planning for public sector salary hikes and the execution of tax reforms.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on analyzing the social impacts of draft legislation, particularly concerning the motor vehicle tax and registration fee. A key priority is ensuring the funding and resource allocation at the local level for educational legislation (compulsory schooling and school lunches). Clarity is also sought on whether the budget cuts are substantive or merely a shifting of funds between fiscal years.