By Agendas: Mart Võrklaev

Total Agendas: 28

Fully Profiled: 28

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2025-09-18
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The high level of expertise is evident in discussions concerning macroeconomics, public finance, and financial regulation. Specific terminology, such as deficit, inflation, the tax hump, and GDP, is employed, and detailed legislative initiatives are referenced. Furthermore, comprehensive knowledge is demonstrated regarding the Bank of Estonia's role in preparing forecasts and implementing specific regulations (e.g., the rounding rule and conditions for housing loans).
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of financial supervision and regulatory changes, focusing on the assumption of oversight of the crypto-asset market and credit unions. Specific terminology is used, indicating a deep knowledge of the new tasks assigned to the FI (Financial Supervision Authority) by the Riigikogu, such as licensing requirements and ensuring compliance with the law.
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2025-09-09
Draft law amending the Cooperative Savings and Loan Societies Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (671 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of financial regulation, especially concerning the operations of credit unions (HLÜ), the Guarantee Fund, and the supervision exercised by the Financial Supervision Authority. He/She employs technical terminology (conflict of interest, risk mitigation) and refers to previous ministerial experience and legislative amendments (e.g., the relaxation of regional requirements in 2010). He/She explains in detail why the central cooperative model is ineffective and why banking regulation is necessary.
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2025-06-19
Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Both speakers demonstrate knowledge of tax policy and associated financial objectives, referencing specific tax types (sugar tax, progressive income tax) and the initial budget plans (100 million increasing to 200 million). Speaker 2 (S2) exhibits specific expertise regarding social sector support measures and their targeted allocation (8 million euros for people with special needs), emphasizing the principle of need-based support.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Act on Payment Institutions and E-Money Institutions and the Act on Payment and Settlement Systems (634 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates technical expertise regarding the regulations governing payment and e-money institutions, as well as the settlement account systems managed by the Bank of Estonia. Specific terminology, such as "instant payment," is employed, and reference is made to the necessity of ensuring access to the required settlement accounts. This expertise is grounded in close cooperation and proposals received from the Financial Supervision Authority and the Ministry of Finance.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Act on Obligations and, consequently, amending other laws (613 SE), second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of financial sector regulations, particularly concerning payment services and the scope of authority regarding misdemeanor and supervisory proceedings. Specific legislative and technical terminology is employed ("normative-technical amendments," "regulation of basic payment services"). This expertise is further reflected in the ability to coordinate and synthesize feedback received from various financial institutions (the Bank of Estonia, the Financial Supervision Authority).
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of Rae municipality's local administrative costs, specifically the kindergarten placement fee, citing the exact figure (132 euros and 90 cents). They stress that they verified the data against the transcript, which highlights their diligence regarding factual accuracy.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Credit and Electronic Money Institutions Act and the Payment and Settlement Systems Act (634 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Demonstrates expertise in the operational procedures of the Financial Commission and in the presentation of legislation. Possesses a thorough understanding of payment services market regulations, including EU directives and regulations pertaining to payment institutions' access to central bank systems. Uses technical terminology such as "instant payments," "e-money institutions," and "correspondent accounts."
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise regarding the execution of the education sector budget by presenting specific statistical data and comparisons. They cite exact figures (e.g., a 107 million euro surplus in 2024, a 40 million surplus specifically in Estonian-language education, and a prior 10 million deficit incurred during the strikes). The expertise centers on criticizing the inefficiency of financial planning and budget execution.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the management and financial metrics of the European Union Structural Funds, citing specific percentages (73% committed, 14% paid). They are also familiar with the historical performance (ranking first or second in the concluded period) and special initiatives for financing defense expenditures, such as ReArm.
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2025-04-22
Draft law amending the Act on Obligations and, consequently, other laws (613 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in banking and financial law, detailing the regulation of basic payment accounts and addressing offline card payments. Technical terms such as "essential service" are employed, and references to the work of the European Commission are made, indicating a profound depth of knowledge. The complexity inherent in regulating bank accounts for private individuals versus corporate entities is clearly delineated.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the funding sources for culture and sports, referencing tax increases (excise tax, gambling tax) and the role of the Cultural Endowment of Estonia (Kultuurkapital). Specific numerical data is utilized (e.g., 4.5 million and half a million) concerning funding growth between 2023 and 2026. Furthermore, they are aware of the exceptional status of national defense funding during a period of budget cuts.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates thorough expertise regarding tax laws and the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, especially concerning the motor vehicle tax and constitutional review. He/She accurately distinguishes the Chancellor of Justice's proposal concerning unconstitutionality (§ 142) from political recommendations (§ 139 subsection 2) and is well-versed in the technical details of tax administration (e.g., comparison with land tax).
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, particularly regarding committee work and the technical requirements for draft legislation. They are familiar with deficiencies in the explanatory memorandum, errors within the draft bill, and the specifics of retroactive or prospective repeal or annulment. Furthermore, the speaker is aware of the positions held by the Government of the Republic, the Ministry of Finance, and the Chancellor of Justice concerning the motor vehicle tax.
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2025-04-08
Draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (571 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

One speaker demonstrates expertise in parliamentary procedural procedures by accurately conveying the substance of the committee's debate, the voting results, and the consensus procedural decisions. The second speaker demonstrates knowledge of the technical details of the car tax, specifically referring to the CO2 ranges that the Social Democrats sought to increase. Expertise is also evident in the ability to distinguish between the authorship of the tax and the requirements for its tightening.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates thorough expertise regarding Nordica's financial history and the details related to the case, referring to specific dates, monetary sums (30 million euros), and the European Commission's state aid conditions. Macroeconomic data is also utilized concerning the growth of the state's loan burden from 2019 (8.5%) to 2020 (18.6%). Separate emphasis is placed on knowledge of the content of the meetings involving Nordica's former CEO, Erki Urva, and the Special Committee for State Budget Control.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker exhibits deep knowledge regarding the taxation of the banking sector, utilizing specific data and statistics concerning the growth of tax revenue. He/She is proficient in technical terminology such as quarterly income tax and income tax on dividends, and cites the exact tax rates (14%, 18%, 22%).
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Local Government Organisation Act (537 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker recognizes the seriousness and long-term nature of the issue, referring to specific victims and community pressure. Their expertise is primarily demonstrated by demanding clarification on what specific rights and real opportunities for intervention will be created by the new law. They emphasize that the problem has lasted for decades.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the design of the Motor Vehicle Tax (MSM) law, its original objectives, and the effects resulting from the creation of exceptions. They refer to specific data, such as over 200,000 registered but unused vehicles, and the Transport Administration's projected negative impact of 3 million euros on the state budget. The speaker consistently clarifies that self-initiated dismantling is not lawful and that it is prohibited to drive a temporarily deregistered vehicle.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurs and the Tax Procedure Act (463 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates significant expertise in the regulation of taxation and the enterprise account, thoroughly detailing the applicable tax rates (20%, 40%) and income thresholds (€40,000). He/She clarifies technical amendments, such as the inclusion of Second Pillar contributions and the rejection of the proposed replacement for social tax, grounding the explanation in specific calculations and budgetary impact assessments. This expertise is focused on analyzing the technical and financial implications of the draft legislation.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The assessment focuses on the state budget process and the requirement for financial transparency. The need to present specific and substantive areas for savings is emphasized, rather than just generalized figures (e.g., 300 million). The speaker is familiar with the methodology for drafting and evaluating an alternative budget.
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2024-11-06
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act and the Tax Procedure Act (462 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of taxation and VAT law, explaining in detail the transposition of EU directives and their subsequent impact on the administrative burden faced by small enterprises. Specific legislative terminology is utilized, referencing concrete articles, and clarifying the necessity of limiting the rights of the tax authority in accordance with European Commission guidelines. This expertise also encompasses the management of legislative procedure and associated timelines.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The assessment is clearly tied to the legislative procedure and the operational structure of the Finance Committee, highlighting the necessary stages for handling draft legislation and the requirement for a substantive debate. He demonstrates knowledge regarding the background of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and references technical resources, such as the MTA calculator, to find answers. His authority derives from his role as the committee's rapporteur and his prior ministerial experience.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the technical details of the State Budget Act and the regulations governing local government financing formulas. This expertise is evident in the specific reference made to the equalization and support fund formula and its presumed location within the text of the law (Section 3).
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates strong expertise in tax policy and financial calculations, utilizing technical terms such as "tax hump" and "tax-exempt minimum income." The argumentation relies on specific figures and calculations, citing, for example, the annual net income of a teacher earning 2,100 euros (1,200–1,300 euros).
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income and amending other acts in consequence (463 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

High expertise in the field of taxation and social tax calculations, particularly concerning the Entrepreneur Account (EK) scheme and its effect on business entities. Technical terms were utilized, such as "input costs," the "effective income tax rate," and the "VAT registration threshold." Kairi Ani from the Ministry of Finance demonstrated profound knowledge when clarifying the complexities of the allocation of EK taxes.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act and the Tax Procedure Act (462 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Demonstrates profound knowledge of VAT regulations, particularly concerning the taxation of real estate before and after its commissioning, and the VAT registration thresholds for EU small enterprises. Utilizes technical terminology and provides detailed explanations sourced from ministry experts (Aet Külasalu). The expertise is focused on the application of tax law and the prevention of tax evasion.
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2024-09-18
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Waste Act, the Traffic Act, and the State Fees Act (461 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the implementation of the Waste Act, specifically referencing the scrap vehicle collection round organized under the leadership of the Ministry of Climate. The expertise focuses on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, raising questions about the obligations and financing mechanisms for car dealers and manufacturers.
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