By Plenary Sessions: Peeter Ernits
Total Sessions: 50
Fully Profiled: 50
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is lowering the Value Added Tax (VAT) on groceries. The speaker strongly supports this change and criticizes the government's persistent opposition to the relevant bill or proposal.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward constitutional reforms, particularly the introduction of direct presidential elections, which is deemed paramount. He/She criticizes the current legislative process for its low quality, evidenced by the delegation of substantive content (or: the detailing of statutory provisions) to the executive branch. Furthermore, he/she is a strong opponent of surveillance bills and purely cosmetic legislative amendments.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
He focuses on the ratification of international treaties (tax agreements), demanding clarification of their specific wording. He opposes draft bills that, in his view, lack essential provisions (such as lowering the VAT on foodstuffs). Furthermore, he demands amendments to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act to mitigate the disorder in the plenary hall.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is broad, encompassing tax policy (VAT, car tax for disabled individuals), clarification of the Planning Act, and the ratification of international conventions. He is rather a critical opponent and questioner, who demands clarity and practical purpose in legislation, criticizing the vague wording and timing of technical drafts.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed at criticizing and challenging the voluminous financial or planning documents (900 pages) submitted by the government, as well as the structure of activity-based planning. The speaker calls for the documentation to be simplified and presented in a shorter format, consistent with the Finnish model.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary focus is on the ratification of international treaties, especially the Swedish prison cooperation agreement (the Tidö Deal), which he strongly opposes. He criticizes government bills that have been deemed unconstitutional and demands that the government substantively review the drafts before their adoption.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The main legislative focus is the 2025 state budget, which the speaker strongly opposes, criticizing the method used to push it through—dubbed "the steamroller." He is awaiting the opportunity to read the budget's explanatory notes and fully expects the opposition's proposed amendments to be rejected.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on the specifics of the population register bill and the extremely rapid implementation of European Union Regulation (1542), though there are doubts regarding its success and speed. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, challenging the size of the target group for the bills, the projected savings figures, and the implementation timeline.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker's focus is on improving systems and strengthening oversight (e.g., over the activities of bailiffs). He/She is taking on the role of the opposition, criticizing the Minister of the Interior's earlier attempt to introduce the "bill for the criminalization of bad thoughts" and demanding that the wheels of state grind faster when reforming the justice system.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on the procedural side of the Riigikogu’s work organization (displaying names, lack of a picture) and raising issues of economic policy (state debt) during the plenary session. Specific bills or legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is on fiercely opposing and demanding the scrapping of bills rejected by two presidents (including amendments to the law on religious associations, which have been dubbed the "mangy badger"). There is support for accelerating the Emergency Situation Act and the construction of shelters, emphasizing the need to detail the provisions as fully as possible to prevent delegation to officials.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The focus is on holding the government accountable and the organization of parliamentary work during the Information Hour, rather than on specific legislative priorities.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
His legislative focus is aimed at opposing a specific piece of legislation—the bill for the creation of a super database—which he deems a dangerous and recurrent initiative. He is an active opponent of any legislation that increases state surveillance.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is on opposing the amendment of the Public Libraries Act, as it reduces the decision-making power of local governments and centralizes services. Questions were also raised regarding the environmental impact of establishing a defense industry park and the limits on the cost of school meals.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed at draft bills concerning the creation of databases, where the speaker takes the role of the opponent, demanding procedural correctness and the involvement of the Financial Supervision Authority. He/She is critical of legislation that is created in haste.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on the critical analysis of government bills, particularly those related to EU maritime regulations and the comprehensive National Defence Act (the Civil Defence and National Defence Act). The speaker is an active opponent who stresses the necessity of addressing the youth unemployment bill—a bill which the coalition is allegedly killing. He criticizes the shoddy preparation of these legislative drafts, calling them "haphazard and sloppy."
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
Insufficient data.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is aimed at rectifying the mismanagement within national defense and demanding accountability, citing the findings of the National Audit Office. Furthermore, he/she is legislatively challenging the regulatory amendments concerning credit unions, specifically those related to raising capital requirements, questioning why their opinions were disregarded.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the oversight of government activities and crisis management, rather than initiating new legislation. It demands clear plans from the government (e.g., restrictions on closing bank branches) and preventive measures (employment). It raises questions regarding the activities of RMK (the destruction of seedlings) and regional policy (essential services).
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
It focuses on improving the workflow of the Riigikogu by proposing amendments to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act to ensure the pertinence of ministerial replies. It also addresses the scheduling and prioritization of draft legislation, noting that the Basic Education Act initiated by the Rural Affairs Committee is merely a technical correction of errors.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the opposition to a specific bill (likely the "super database"), which is deemed dangerous and is being processed at an unprecedented speed. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on the need to avoid extraordinary sessions during the summer recess, which are necessitated by poor-quality, or "junk laws."
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on security measures and assessing the risks associated with delays in the bill concerning the use of cameras. The speaker's role is that of a critical questioner who demands a thorough analysis of the consequences before the law is adopted, emphasizing the need to avoid delays of a month or two.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on two bills: the Competition Act, which he supports as the best possible option, and the Money Laundering Data Bureau Act, which he demands be immediately scrapped, as it is extremely dangerous. He criticizes the government's fast-track procedure and its setting of priorities (RAB versus the Credit Information Act).
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus centers on criticizing the process surrounding the Waste Act, highlighting the years-long delays and inefficiency in preparing the draft bill. Another key issue is the expediency of amending the legislation, given that it is scheduled to be replaced soon by a major new war law, which stands in contrast to the current amendment work.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker's primary priorities are ensuring constitutional compliance and preventing procedural errors (specifically regarding the draft legislation that resulted in EU fines). He/She is an active opponent of the supplementary budget, arguing that it is opaque and dangerous, in his/her estimation. While he/she supports the ratification of the Montreal Protocol, he/she considers it marginal.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The legislative priority is supporting the technical amendments bill, which introduces regulatory changes to the Preschool Education Act, the Education Act, and the Food Act. The speaker is a strong proponent of this bill, emphasizing its importance in ensuring the consistency of the laws and the well-being of children.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker's focus is on political criticism and raising existential issues, rather than on specific legislative bills. He mentions his role as a member of the Rural Affairs Committee but does not describe any concrete legislative priorities or achievements.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative priorities include restricting wind energy development, amending the environmental charges act, and regulating the local benefit instrument. Improving safety within the micro-mobility sector (scooters) is also a key focus. He/She tends to be an opponent or critic of the draft legislation, often highlighting the absence of impact assessments in the bills proposed by the opposition.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The main legislative priority is the draft Beekeeping Act, the existence and progression of which (following an alleged five-to-six-year delay) are being demanded from the Minister. The speaker supports the initiation and advancement of this legislation, believing it would bring greater benefit to the sector.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is on two main regulatory topics: the scope of implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the economic impact and long-term timeline of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) requirements. The speaker is rather anti-regulation or a proponent of their relaxation, emphasizing the economic damage.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on monitoring the transposition and implementation of European Union directives, particularly within the financial sector. The speaker's role is to request clarifications regarding the scope of the regulations and any delays in implementation, thereby acting as an implementation overseer.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is directed towards working within the Committee on Rural Affairs and providing oversight of government activity through questions posed during plenary sessions. The speaker's priority is elevating the importance of the rural sector in the eyes of the government.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker primarily acts as an opponent, voting against the church law and criticizing the gender balance directive. They consider economic stimulation and infrastructure financing to be priorities, rather than the transposition of minor international conventions (such as penalizing smoking on aircraft).
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on legislation pertaining to the judicial system, stressing the need for fair consideration of institutional feedback and a systemic approach. The speaker is critical of the bureaucratic character of the proposed laws and advocates for the use of AI to ensure the coherence and compatibility between different pieces of legislation.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on supporting a specific draft bill, even though the speaker admits they are not familiar with its prior proceedings. The effectiveness and relevance of the legislative debate is also a key issue.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the amendment of the Hunting Act, and the speaker supports moving forward with the opposition’s draft bill. However, he strongly criticizes fixing laws "in small pieces" (or piecemeal) and demands that if action is going to be taken, multiple changes should be implemented simultaneously to save time and money.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on the failure to adopt a specific EU directive and the criticism surrounding the related legislative inaction. The speaker stresses the necessity of immediate action to prevent the further accumulation of fines.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on challenging existing energy plans and the associated subsidies, particularly concerning the placement of onshore wind turbines. The speaker, acting as an opponent, is demanding—via investigative journalists—that attention be paid to the background details of the billion-euro subsidies for pumped hydro storage and the schemes involving offshore wind farms.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main focus is on the ratification of the international optional protocol, which the speaker intends to vote in favor of. In legislative work, he/she concentrates on procedural correctness, demanding impact assessments and inquiring about the actual benefit of the draft legislation to the Estonian people. Furthermore, he/she seeks clarification regarding the activities of the National Defence Committee and the duplication of vital services abroad.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is primarily directed towards the oversight and accountability of state funds (like Kultuurkapital) to ensure their decisions are fair and transparent.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the international assessment of existing e-voting procedures. The speaker is acting as an information gatherer, not as the initiator or opponent of a specific bill.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at the critical monitoring of energy policy (green goals) and taxation (land tax). Also important is the transposition of EU directives, especially concerning the flavor ban, where explanations are required regarding the content of EKRE's 100 proposed amendments. The speaker primarily acts as a procedural overseer.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is directed toward the procedure for adopting legislation, requiring the minister to take responsibility for the adequacy and substantive review of those laws. Particular emphasis is placed on the existence and quality of impact assessments as the minister's full responsibility.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the legal and procedural scrutiny of major political decisions made by the government (auctions for offshore wind farms) and their subsequent cancellation. The speaker emphasizes that the topic requires a thorough investigation, as the auctions should have already taken place in April, thus pointing to procedural discrepancies.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on improving the quality of draft legislation, requiring adequate impact assessments before they are processed. He acts as an opponent, criticizing the fast-track adoption of the car tax and the church law. He emphasizes the need to avoid laws that are detrimental to the public and businesses.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on opposing government bills and verifying the procedural fairness of their handling. Significant topics include the car tax, the necessity of international accessions, the justification for state budget expenditures (70,000 euros), and the content of the discussions held within the committees.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is a strong opponent of implementing the European Union's gender balance directive, considering it irrelevant and ill-timed. He/She takes the view that this is low-priority legislation that should be set aside in favor of addressing the country's pressing issues.
2025-04-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is general—the fulfillment of duties as a member of the Riigikogu and respect for the constitutional order. Specific draft laws or legislative priorities are not named in the speech.