By Agendas: Kalle Grünthal

Total Agendas: 217

Fully Profiled: 217

2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Protection of Ambient Air Act and other Acts (Transposition of Amendments to the Renewable Energy Directive) (697 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on local application and implementation issues, specifically referencing the large wind turbines (6–7 megawatts) planned for Estonia and their potential impact on human health. This highlights concerns for local communities who are directly affected by these major energy projects.
2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law on the Election of the President of the Republic (684 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on the national level (the Presidential Election Act), although the discussion concerns the role of local governments (KOV) in appointing the electors.
2025-10-08
Third reading of the Draft Act supplementing the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is not enough data.
2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is national, addressing the problems of the drug procurement system and monopoly within the Estonian context, specifically referencing the idea that "Estonia is so small." There is no regional or local emphasis.
2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is insufficient information.
2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is broadly national and ideological, covering the will of the Estonian people and constitutional principles. There is no specific regional or local emphasis.
2025-09-24
Second reading of the draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

A regional focus is lacking; the approach is national and centers on legislation and constitutionality. Specific locations (Tartu Road, Viljandi Road) are mentioned only as examples where the required video surveillance notification signs are missing.
2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the national level (Estonian independence and the constitution) and on international agreements (Rail Baltic, European Union decision-making procedures). There is no emphasis placed on specific regional or local issues.
2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The focus is national (the interests of the Estonian people) and international (the transposition of EU regulations); there are no references to specific regions, local industries, or communities.
2025-09-23
Draft law amending the Act on Population Status Proceedings, the Population Register Act, and the State Duty Act (687 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation and the administration of the population register concerning EU citizens and the role of local government units (KOV) in identity verification. There is no specific regional emphasis, although the responsibility of local government units for verifying identity is stressed.
2025-09-23
Open mic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker focuses on both national issues and international security, but emphasizes their connection to Järvamaa. They note that Järvamaa and Viljandimaa are strongholds for the conservatives (EKRE), highlighting the regional political bias evident in the surveys.
2025-09-17
Second reading of the draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and other laws (662 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

Not enough data
2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing and the Act on International Sanctions (640 UA), which was not announced by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national constitutional issues, the domestic threat posed by a surveillance society, and compliance with European Union law. There is no focus on specific local or regional topics.
2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is exclusively on the national level, the procedural organization of the Riigikogu, and issues of constitutionality. There are no references to specific regions, local projects, or international topics.
2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is national, addressing the protection of personal data for all Estonian residents and the legal responsibility at the level of government agencies. Specific regional topics are not covered.
2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national social and healthcare issues, as well as international topics, specifically referencing the WHO conference. There is no mention of local or regional interests.
2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the working procedures and composition of the Riigikogu.
2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on national security and the international threat, particularly Russia’s activities aimed at undermining Estonia’s internal security. There is no specific local or regional focus.
2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is primarily on the national level (legislation, the work of the Riigikogu, security). One specific regional reference relates to events that occurred in Võru County (alleged crimes committed by allied soldiers), which prompted a challenge to the international treaty. The Võru County events are also mentioned in relation to police activity.
2025-06-19
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Focuses strictly on national legislation and constitutional issues within the Republic of Estonia, without mentioning regional or local topics.
2025-06-17
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) - second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is entirely at the national level and on the fundamental rights of the citizens of the Republic of Estonia, stressing that all residents of Estonia are becoming potential criminals.
2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The regional focus is clearly aimed at rural areas and scattered settlements, where resident families are obligated to pay for services they do not consume. It is stressed that this is a large-scale issue impacting tens of thousands of families and demands a nationwide solution.
2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, addressing the Estonian population and nationwide tax policy. There are no specific regional emphases.
2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

Not enough data.
2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, covering the Estonian legal order, the legislation of the Riigikogu, and the activities of the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA). Specific regional or international topics are not examined.
2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Public Health Act (617 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national (the Estonian people, local communities) and international (European Union directives, Estonia’s role as a trendsetter in Europe). The speaker highlights specific domestic impacts, such as the economic damage incurred by dairy herds and farmers, as well as research conducted by Tallinn University of Technology.
2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Environmental Levies Act (615 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national laws and regulations (the Metrology Act, ministry regulations) and general public health issues concerning the development of wind farms in Estonia. No specific regional or local emphasis or project is presented in the text.
2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on Estonia's national defense concept and international treaties (the Ottawa Convention). International examples are used in the argumentation to support this position, referencing the experience of the drone war in Ukraine and the victims of landmines in Cambodia. Estonia's limited territorial depth (a couple of hundred kilometers) is also mentioned.
2025-06-04
The role of the Estonian language in public space

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on national regulation and the enforcement of the Language Act concerning public services nationwide. However, a specific geographical problem area is being highlighted where violations are particularly acute (e.g., "near the airport").
2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The focus is on the large international infrastructure project Rail Baltic, which involves the Baltic states (referring to the Baltic states' joint ventures). Attention is directed more towards interstate cooperation and the associated ownership relations.
2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus addresses specific local projects, mentioning the Saarde wind farm due to the lack of objectivity in measurements and the absence of national control.
2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The emphasis is placed on national sovereignty and the role of the people, contrasting this with the influence of Brussels and covert decision-making. The regional focus is evident in the defense of local governments' right to decide on the establishment of wind farms, stressing their constitutional right to independently determine local affairs.
2025-04-23
Draft law (583 SE) for the second reading on accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and approval of amendment to Article 20(1) of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is primarily national (Estonian legislation and government) and international (the UN right to petition). Nevertheless, examples of local issues are provided, such as the closure of the Metsaküla and Tapa schools, to illustrate the potential application of the right to petition in cases where local rights have been violated.
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 focus is on national legislation and the uniform implementation of legal norms within Estonia, specifically addressing amendments to the Law of Obligations Act. There is no regional or international focus.
2025-04-15
Draft law amending the Public Transport Act (578 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on the Estonian taxi industry and urban planning, citing examples from Tallinn (the TalTech route, the exam scheme operating near the airport) and noting the complaints raised by Rakvere taxi drivers. The problem is framed as an issue of national regulation that affects local services.
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 regional focus is absent; attention is directed entirely toward the national level, specifically the quality of the Riigikogu's work and the proper functioning of Estonian state governance.
2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national regulation and public health law concerning the planning of wind farms across Estonia. There is no specific regional focus.
2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is purely national, centered on the necessity of amending the Income Tax Act for Estonia as a whole. There are no specific regional interests.
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

There is not enough data.
2025-04-08
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, addressing a nationwide tax issue (the motor vehicle tax) and its challenge within the Estonian court system (the Administrative Court, the Supreme Court). Regional or local topics are absent.
2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2025-03-26
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the legal status and accountability to Parliament of the members of the Riigikogu and the government.
2025-03-25
First reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act on Breaches of European Union Law and the Act on International Sanctions (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national sovereignty and the international level, analyzing the impact of European Union law (Article 29) on Estonia's decision-making capacity. Local or regional issues are not covered.
2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is regionally on the Saarde wind farm, using it as an example of regulatory oversight and the challenges associated with measuring infrasound. This highlights the attention paid to environmental and safety issues in specific regions.
2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on national security and Estonia’s defense capability, emphasizing the need to protect Estonia. On the international stage, the speaker criticizes Estonia’s financial contributions to foreign countries (Ukraine, Kenya, Moldova, Georgia) and costly peacekeeping missions (Mali), demanding that domestic defense spending for the benefit of the people be made a priority.
2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national-level legislative processes and matters of competence between the Riigikogu and the Government of the Republic. Regional or local focus is absent.
2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on national and ethnic issues, such as the decline of the Estonian population, restoring the birth rate, and the poor state of the country's economic environment. There is no regional or local focus.
2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing the problem of Estonian population renewal (or reproduction) and the role of the Government Office in solving it.
2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on international and global topics, addressing the impact of COVID-19 vaccines on humanity as a whole and citing external experts. There is no mention of local or national regional issues.
2025-03-12
Draft law amending the Rules of Procedure Act of the Riigikogu (552 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Insufficient data.
2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the direct impact that the construction of wind farms has on the health of Estonian people, which indicates concern for the well-being of local communities and residents. Specific regions are not named, but the emphasis is placed on the local consequences of national policy.
2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on international events, highlighting, for instance, a Canadian province's decision regarding anti-science COVID policies. This international example is then used to draw parallels with Estonia's national science policy and crisis management efforts.
2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is a strong focus on the problems facing rural areas and agriculture, highlighting farmers' concerns regarding damage to sown seeds and the persistent threat posed by wildlife (wolves). The focus is primarily on mitigating property damage and health risks in rural areas.
2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian constitution, sovereignty, and local government elections) and international security and alliance issues (the EU, NATO, Russia, Turkey). Specific local or regional topics are absent, except for the structure of local council elections.
2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level on protecting constitutionalism and the principles of the rule of law, as well as on an international topic (Patriarch Kirill). There is no reference to local or regional issues.
2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Although the inquiry concerns Saaremaa, the speech focuses more broadly on the impact of wind turbines across Estonia, citing the Saarde wind farm, from which 20 complaints have been received, as an example. The focus is primarily on national legislation and health protection, issues that affect the entirety of Estonia.
2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is aimed at specific local communities directly impacted by the wind farms. Examples include the Saarde wind farm, which has generated 20 complaints submitted to the Health Board, and the Tootsi-Sopi wind farm, where a similar pattern of health issues is recurring.
2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly on international security issues (NATO expansion, the war in Ukraine, US biolabs) and the national level (internal procedures of the Riigikogu). There are no references to specific local or regional Estonian topics.
2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on national legislation and constitutional issues (the Electricity Market Act); regional focus is lacking.
2025-01-29
The Ombudsman's proposal to align the law on industrial emissions with the constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively national, addressing the principles of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and covering national legislation (the Industrial Emissions Act, the Penal Code).
2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (the Language Act, migration into Estonia) and on public institutions and service establishments (stores) where language issues arise. There is no emphasis placed on specific regions or local governments.
2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (Estonia) and international parallels ("elsewhere in the world"). The names of institutions well-known in Estonia (Seewald, Jämejala) are used to discredit the opposing side, which points to a domestic context.
2025-01-22
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "In Support of the People of Georgia" (564 AE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is international, centering on the question of the legitimacy of the Georgian elections and the role of international observers.
2025-01-22
Draft law on accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning complaints procedures (534 SE) - second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is on national legislative issues (the level of VAT) and the international level (the UN complaints procedure). There is no regional focus.
2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is nationwide, addressing the constitutional foundations of the Republic of Estonia and the national tax law, which affects all citizens. Specific regional interests or communities are not emphasized; rather, reference is made to the observation of a single citizen of the Republic of Estonia.
2025-01-22
The negative impacts of wind turbines

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The regional focus is directed toward the Saarde wind farm, drawing attention to the health issues among local residents (20 complaints, one of which is collective). The resolution of this problem, however, is being demanded at the national level, citing shortcomings in the Public Health Act.
2025-01-15
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Government of the Republic of Estonia to allocate funds for co-financing Tallinna Hospital" (498 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is no direct regional focus, although the draft legislation concerns the Tallinn Hospital, the speaker extends the benefit to all "people of Estonia."
2025-01-15
Electricity supply

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is entirely on the national level and the internal organization of the parliament. Regional or local topics are absent.
2025-01-14
Draft law amending the Act of the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly on national institutions, their internal organization, and transparency. Regional or international focus is absent from the speeches.
2025-01-13
Request for information regarding the restoration and resilience plan and the use of oil shale (no. 668)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed toward specific local communities that are directly affected by the wind farms. Particular attention is drawn to the concerns of island residents and people living near the Tootsi wind farm, 30% of whom have filed complaints.
2024-12-19
Santa Claus

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is entirely at the national level and on the internal political forces within the parliament (factions, political parties). Specific regional issues, industries, or communities are missing.
2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national regulation (the Health Board, the Ministry of Climate) and international standards (WHO guidelines) concerning the construction of wind turbines in Estonia. A specific local or regional focus is lacking.
2024-12-17
Draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the Feed Act (546 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly at the national level (constitution) and the international/pan-European level (implementation of EU legislation). Regional or local topics are absent.
2024-12-11
Third Reading of the Draft Health Care Act (433 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national problem concerning public health and wind farms, but the role of local governments is emphasized as the solution. He/She sees local governments as the only possibility to prohibit the construction of wind turbines on their territory until national regulations are established.
2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, dealing with the overall state of the Estonian economy and governance. There is no regional focus, but international comparisons (European statistical indicators) are utilized to highlight Estonia's position.
2024-12-05
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is split between the national level (Estonia's existing child protection system, jurisprudence, and the absence of specific case incidents being processed by the Chancellor of Justice) and the international level (accession to the convention). There is no emphasis placed on specific local or regional issues.
2024-12-05
Second reading of the draft Health Care Services Act (433 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is primarily national (the protection of the health of the Estonian people) and international, referencing the construction of wind farms across Estonia and citing scientific analyses and data from several foreign countries (Australia, France, Germany, Canada, and the USA). Specific local regions are not highlighted.
2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing the overall well-being of the Estonian populace and national defense readiness. Specific regional or local issues are not covered.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily on national tax policy and its overall impact on "the Estonian people." A significant international emphasis is placed on the agreement for long-term support for Ukraine and how it will be financed through increases in excise duties. There is no specific local or regional focus.
2024-12-04
The second reading of the draft resolution (479 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia’s international obligations in a North Atlantic Treaty Organization or member state, European Union, or United Nations-led international military operation, upon its initial contribution"

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is primarily on international security issues, particularly in the context of the war in Ukraine and the foreign missions of the Estonian Defence Forces. Other potential conflicts are also mentioned (Taiwan and China). There is no regional focus within Estonia, although criticism of the government does cover general domestic topics.
2024-12-04
Values-based policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on nationally established standards (Estonian standards) concerning the living environment and public health more broadly. Although the issue directly affects local communities impacted by wind turbines, specific regions are not mentioned in the addresses.
2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

No data available.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing issues related to amending the constitution and the working procedures of the Riigikogu. While there is a mention of the unknown number of Russians in the city, this serves merely as an illustration of the bill's inadequate preparation, rather than constituting a regional focus.
2024-11-19
Third reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in consequence thereof (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Land Administration).

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient information.
2024-11-14
Draft Law Amending the Penal Code (490 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is national, addressing the nationwide application of the Penal Code and the principles of the rule of law. Specific incidents occurred in Tallinn, Sinimäed (East Prefecture), and Lihula (West Prefecture), bringing to light the actions of the police in various prefectures and the viewpoints of their respective heads (Indrek Püvi, Üllar Kütt).
2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is clearly national, addressing the destruction of the Estonian economy, the income levels of the populace, and new nationwide taxes (such as car and property taxes). The international context is also mentioned, referring to Estonia as a test state designated by Brussels for testing the limits of sanctions and taxation.
2024-11-13
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on a specific local community, the town of Saue, which suffered a power outage after the viaduct was blown up.
2024-11-12
Second reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in connection therewith (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Cadastre Enterprise)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

There is a very strong regional focus on Ida-Virumaa, which is treated as Estonia's crown jewel thanks to its mineral resources (phosphorite, rare earth metals). Emphasis is placed on the need to protect the region's clean groundwater and resources from foreign exploitation.
2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data.
2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national infrastructure project (Rail Baltic) and international cooperation (sourcing materials from the Latvians). Historical examples from Belarus and Ukraine are also used to illustrate strategic points.
2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic's Government to lower the value-added tax on foodstuffs to 5 percent" (492 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, centering on the general livelihood issues facing the Estonian people and the political procedures of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament).
2024-11-06
Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing the general organization of public finance and the state budget, as well as the conclusions of the National Audit Office.
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

Not enough data.
2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is on national constitutional procedures and the implementation of European Union policy. Regional or local focus is absent from the speeches.
2024-10-24
Second reading of the draft law (469 SE) ratifying the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Convention No. 190 concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is directed toward the national level ("The life of Estonian people," "The people of Estonia") and international policy (the ILO convention). The speaker stresses that this is an issue concerning Estonia, but local or regional topics are absent.
2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on a nationwide economic problem affecting the hospitality sector (food service and accommodation establishments) across the whole of Estonia. Specific local or regional projects are not mentioned.
2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is purely state-level, concentrating on Estonia’s constitutional order and internal security issues that concern cooperation with the Kremlin, but which are addressed through the prism of domestic law.
2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Customs Act (515 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national and international level, dealing with Estonian independence and relations with the European Union concerning harmonization directives. There are no references to regional or local topics.
2024-10-22
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data
2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure Implementation Act and the Enforcement Proceedings Implementation Act (439 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing the constitutional rights guaranteed to citizens of the Republic of Estonia and the application of the Code of Civil Procedure.
2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly national, emphasizing nationwide dissatisfaction and a potential nationwide strike that would encompass essential services such as transport, trade, and culture. Specific local or international issues are absent.
2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is divided between the domestic level (the quality of life for Estonian people, Estonian Railways strike plans) and the international level (WHO funding signed in Berlin). There is no specific local or regional emphasis.
2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the negative impact of centralization on the residents of Saaremaa and Vormsi island and the resulting logistical problems. Support is given for the retention of services and jobs (specifically, prison service employees) in rural areas, utilizing existing county detention cells.
2024-10-16
Internal security, protection of the eastern border.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is strictly national, covering the government's overall economic policy and potential nationwide strikes that would impact transportation and cultural institutions.
2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is absent; the mention of Harju and Rapla counties is solely linked to Jürgen Ligi’s former electoral district, intended to emphasize the inconsistency of his promises.
2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is national, dealing with the allocation and transfer of state budget funds among broader sectors (social, culture). Regional or local projects are not mentioned.
2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national law (the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia) and international law, and its implementation in Estonia. There is no specific regional or local focus.
2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (the legislative work of the Riigikogu and the Estonian people) and on international comparisons (US criminal law). A regional focus is absent.
2024-10-08
Draft Law Amending the Hunting Act (444 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is clearly linked to Järvamaa County, as the impetus for initiating the draft law was a problem raised at the Järvamaa Hunting Club council. This demonstrates responsiveness to the concerns of hunters in that specific county.
2024-10-07
Inquiry regarding road construction and four-lane roads (no 408)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national road network and traffic management. Although specific regions are not named, the examples (heavy goods vehicles, combines) point to problems with highways and regional transit routes where long straight sections are common.
2024-10-07
Inquiry Regarding Via Baltica (No. 234)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on Estonia's national resources and their protection (mineral resources, raw materials), which are threatened by an international infrastructure project. Both the context of Tallinn and the international context (Berlin, European Union funding) are mentioned.
2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The regional focus is clearly directed at local issues, highlighting the Järva municipality wind farm project (109 turbines) as an example of the negative impact that national policy has on local residents and the environment. The Järva County case is being used to illustrate broader economic and sovereignty issues.
2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on national constitutional issues and international treaties concerning Estonian sovereignty and the validity of law. Specific local or regional topics are absent; the emphasis is placed on the agreement between Estonia and the USA.
2024-09-16
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (321 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The regional focus is clearly directed towards Järvamaa County, specifically Järva municipality, citing the example of the 109 wind turbine project. This emphasizes concern for specific local communities and their land use, which are being threatened by large international projects.
2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on specific regional events and proceedings, mentioning Lihula and the Pärnu police. These locations are connected to a nationally sensitive topic, which indicates the use of a local incident to exert national political pressure.
2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing Estonia's security and the widespread threat of war. There are no references to local or regional issues.
2024-09-11
The confiscation of the Lihula monument by the PPA

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The focus is national in scope, addressing the actions of the government and the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) concerning the historically sensitive Lihula monument, an issue crucial for national policy and legal continuity.
2024-09-11
Government Action

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The focus is at the national level, addressing the Lihula monument and related legal issues concerning historical memory and symbolism. A specific regional economic or social problem is not highlighted; instead, a national legal precedent is being addressed.
2024-09-09
Interpellation regarding the state's plan to end compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese (No. 582)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing issues of the state budget and food security, which are of nationwide importance. Although the topic directly concerns agriculture, no specific region or local community has been mentioned.
2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

Not enough data
2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is directed toward the preservation of Estonian cultural heritage, highlighting specific locations and museums as examples: LaitseRallyPark, the Järva-Jaani Car Museum, and the American Beauty event held in Haapsalu. The regional focus involves the custodians of technical cultural heritage throughout Estonia.
2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

Not enough data
2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is on national tax policy, but the regional impact is highlighted through the examples of specific cultural sites. LaitseRallyPark and the Järva-Jaani Car Museum are mentioned, stressing that this tax will destroy these local cultural heritage collections.
2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Bill Amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

The focus is heavily placed on issues concerning local life and the autonomy of local governments, stressing that land tax and the revenue generated from it are fundamentally local matters. There is an emphasis on the necessity of considering the residents living in the area, who are directly impacted by the government's actions.
2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is strongly at the national level, emphasizing the protection of the entirety of Estonia against nuclear threat and concern over the viability of the Estonian mainland. The Ida-Viru County power plants are also mentioned in the context that existing capacities are insufficient, but the primary emphasis remains on national security.
2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
2024-06-12
Overview of the Judicial Administration by Villu Kõve, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is strictly national, centering on issues concerning the organization of Estonian elections and the workload problems of the Supreme Court related to electronic voting.
2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on international issues, specifically opposing interference in Georgia's internal affairs, and more broadly, the escalation of the global situation.
2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the problems facing rural areas, where essential services (stores, pharmacies, the school network) are disappearing, and foreign companies are buying up agricultural and forest land. This highlights a concern for the ability of the Estonian people to cope outside the major cities and for the sustainability of rural life.
2024-06-05
Estonian-Georgian relations

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Insufficient data.
2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is national, emphasizing Estonia's position as a "Tiger Leap IT country" and referencing the systems used for managing national data (e.g., health data).
2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (395 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic not to Recognize the Results of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The speaker links the international topic (Russia's elections) with a specific local administrative issue in Saue municipality, which involved the processing of an election complaint concerning a Reform Party representative.
2024-06-03
Inquiry regarding the Directive on Platform Work (No. 629)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

Insufficient information
2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the national level, addressing the operation of the information system belonging to the Land Board (a state agency), which affects all citizens. Specific regional or local interests are not emphasized.
2024-05-30
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Penal Code (411 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is primarily on national legislation and international human rights standards. One specific case involving a local government near the Peipus coast is mentioned, but it serves an illustrative purpose.
2024-05-30
First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the European Parliament Election Act (lowering the voting and candidacy age) (414 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for the Implementation of the Digital Services Tax in Estonia" (408 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Not enough data.
2024-05-14
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Appointment of Oliver Kask as a Justice of the Supreme Court" (424 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is strictly on national institutions and legal procedures, such as the Supreme Court, the electoral commission, and the Code of Administrative Procedure. There is no regional or local focus.
2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on national issues, concentrating on Estonia's constitutional electoral principles and the activities of the electoral service.
2024-05-09
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Police and Border Guard Act (370 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level, addressing the sovereignty of the Republic of Estonia, the constitutional order, and the Estonian people. The international/supranational level is also a focus, specifically referring to the federalization processes occurring within the European Union as a potential threat.
2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (387 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is clearly on the political control exercised at the local government level and its protection. This issue is closely linked to international law (EU treaties) and its impact on the domestic situation in Estonia, where local elections are under threat.
2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The regional focus is lacking, apart from the reference made at the end of the speech to "the phrase of the man from Võrumaa."
2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Not enough data
2024-05-07
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation and the international/religious issue (the Moscow Patriarchate and Russian aggression), with no references to local or regional matters.
2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is split between the national level (the burden on the Estonian taxpayer) and the international level (ESTDEV foreign aid to Georgia and Moldova). International expenditures are used to amplify criticism of domestic tax hikes.
2024-04-30
First Reading of the Sugary Drinks Tax Bill (418 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data.
2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is heavily national, underscoring the necessity of supporting Estonian residents and taxpayers. International issues (Moldova, Georgia, Ukraine, the Olena Zelenska Foundation) are addressed in a negative light, cited as examples of the government's misplaced priorities and excessive foreign aid spending.
2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data.
2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on national legislation (amendment to the Penal Code), but the critical assessment of the Viru County Court is referenced. There are no references to specific local or regional problems.
2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the state of the entire country's economy and the actions of the head of government. Regional or international topics are not discussed, with the exception of a reference stating that "no other person in any country" has been able to cause such economic destruction.
2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is on protecting Estonian interests internationally, urging the President of the Bank of Estonia to stand up for Estonian interests in Brussels. Emphasis is placed on the negative impact of climate policy on the Estonian economy, which has resulted in a high number of bankrupt businesses.
2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Data is insufficient. The focus of the address is entirely at the national level—the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and the constitutionality of the election law.
2024-04-17
WHO Pandemic Agreement

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is divided between the national level (covering the Estonian government’s responsibility and the requirement for Estonian-language documents) and the international level (involving negotiations for the WHO pandemic agreement conducted via the European Commission). The necessity of informing the Estonian public is also highlighted.
2024-04-17
The Sustainability of Estonia's Security Policy and the Transatlantic Relationship

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

A strong regional focus is placed on Võru County, where the direct impact of the allied forces’ presence on local residents and businesses is highlighted. Local knowledge and the experiences of those impacted are presented as a counterweight to the national media narrative.
2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The strong regional focus is squarely on the life and survival of rural areas. The speaker highlights their personal connection to Järva and Viljandi counties and uses the example of Ida-Viru County to demonstrate how widespread the problem of library closures is across Estonia.
2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Amendments to the Traffic Act with the Aim of Permitting Longer and Higher Gross Mass Vehicles in Traffic, Thereby Increasing the Efficiency of Road Transport" (Bill 278 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

There is too little data.
2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning interference in the internal affairs of Hungary (No. 570)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is international and diplomatic, concentrating on the activities of the Estonian foreign mission in the host country (Hungary) and, more broadly, the legality of diplomatic activity.
2024-04-04
Elections of the Riigikogu Board

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

No data available
2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (274 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare and Restore a Militarized Border Guard as a Separate Agency"

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data. The focus is entirely on national legal and parliamentary procedures.
2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is heavily international and security-policy oriented, addressing Ukraine's mobilization, the involvement of France and Poland, and Macron's military plans concerning the Baltic states. Estonia is under scrutiny regarding its international obligations and the presence of foreign nationals within the country.
2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker directly links national spending on immigration to regional problems, highlighting the closure of Metsküla School, Lehtse School in Järvamaa, and Jäneda School. The focus is on protecting educational institutions in local communities and rural areas.
2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing nationwide family benefits, tax policy, and constitutional obligations.
2024-04-01
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the core principles of international law and the European Union ("European values") as they relate to national policy and governmental action.
2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the VAT Rate on Cancer Medicines" (277 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Not enough data
2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing issues concerning food safety and public health that affect all consumers in Estonia.
2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national defense and the international context of warfare, referencing the war in Ukraine and Chinese supply chains. Local or regional topics are absent.
2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data
2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on national legislative procedures and the internal protocols of the Riigikogu.
2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the state of Estonia and its demography) and the international level (global climate change and melting ice). There are no references to specific Estonian regions, industries, or local communities.
2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the impact of the Estonian energy sector bill on the economy more broadly.
2024-03-06
The Prime Minister's Messages

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

Insufficient data
2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, zeroing in on the specific challenges of energy production and consumption on Estonian islands that lack electrical grid connections. The islands' situation serves as a case study to demonstrate the limitations of renewable energy and highlight the unique requirements of peripheral areas.
2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the rise in the cost of living in Estonia (No. 599)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is directed toward broader national issues, such as poverty and the cost of living in Estonia. Reference is also made to the international context concerning the war in Europe and the deployment of Estonian soldiers to Ukraine, which is linked to domestic political sabotage.
2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is purely at the national level, concentrating on Estonia's leadership and the government's activities. The ERM (Estonian National Museum) is mentioned as the venue where the plagiarism speech was given, but this does not constitute a regional focus.
2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Estonian Public Broadcasting Act (165 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is primarily on the national (the ERR law) and international levels. International topics include coverage of the US elections, mass demonstrations in Europe (protesting globalist plans), and the issue of biological laboratories in Ukraine. Local or regional focus is not featured in the speeches.
2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Data is scarce.
2024-02-21
A campaign spreading fear of war on the streets of Tallinn

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

There is no direct regional focus, as the discussion concerns the national advertising law and the minister's actions. While the context refers to a campaign occurring on the streets of Tallinn, the emphasis remains on the legislation and its national-level enforcement.
2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation (the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act) and global environmental objectives (CO2 emissions). Regional or local issues are not addressed.
2024-02-14
Privatization of enterprises

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing strategic state-owned enterprises (Elektrilevi, Enefit Green) and energy security, which affects all Estonian consumers. The emphasis is on the benefit delivered to "the Estonian people."
2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Prosecutor's Office Act and the Courts Act (167 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly national, covering the Estonian legal system and key central institutions (the Prosecutor’s Office, the Supreme Court, and the Ministry of Justice). Specific court cases (from Harju and Tartu) are presented as examples of the system’s broader deficiencies.
2024-02-05
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, addressing general taxpayer dissatisfaction and the government’s financial decisions. There are no references to specific regional interests or communities.
2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (160 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Even though the topic is national and international (air traffic), the focus is placed on local impacts and complaints. For instance, Urmas Sepp from Läänemaa is cited as an example; he traveled 100 kilometers just to voice his concerns. He also mentions personal observations he made in Paide, which lies directly on the flight path.
2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

No data available.
2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (170 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is nationwide, addressing the tax burden on residents and businesses broadly. There are no references to specific regions or local industries.
2024-01-24
Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national topics, addressing constitutional standards and the Riigikogu’s legislative procedures. There is no regional or local focus.
2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (360 OE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Resolution "Formation of the Estonian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2024-01-24
The Situation in the Republic of Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on international security and war issues (assisting Ukraine, criticism of Putin), as well as the credibility of the Estonian state leadership. Killings in Moscow and abroad are mentioned, emphasizing the global threat associated with anti-Putin criticism.
2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Medicines Act (Bill 162 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is divided between protecting the health of the Estonian people and international regulation, highlighting the actions taken by the Estonian government and specific cases within Estonia (Paide, Õnne-Ann Roosvee, Riina Kütt). Internationally, reference is made to the regulations and criminal cases in the USA, Australia, and the European Union.
2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary focus is on the problems faced by residents in rural areas, highlighting the essential need for a car to get to work, the store, and school. The inadequate bus service in rural areas is also criticized.
2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level on the implementation of European Union directives that concern all Estonian residential buildings and the payment capacity of citizens. A specific regional focus is absent.
2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 172 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is primarily on the national macroeconomic level and tax policy. The only specific sector mentioned is the wood sector, whose difficult situation is cited as an example of the negative impact that high income tax has on entrepreneurship.
2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 233 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national legislative procedures and the internal organization of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). There is no mention of specific regional, local, or international topics.
2024-01-17
Draft Bill Amending the Income Tax Act (118 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national economic policy and the broader business environment, highlighting the effect of taxation on consumption and investment. Regional or local issues are not covered.
2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively national and legislative, addressing constitutional rights and state customs control.
2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

No data available.
2024-01-15
Inquiry concerning the misappropriation of "Slava Ukraini" funds and the related investigation (No. 578)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level, addressing the honor and reputation of the Estonian state, as well as the international level concerning the funds for assisting Ukraine. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The regional focus is illustrative, using the specific incident in Väätsa village (where the minister resides) as an example of a broader national internal security crisis. The local incident is being used as an argument for the necessity of reviewing national priorities.
2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the use of electronic cigarettes (No. 377)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on national policy (the ban established in Estonia) and international historical and contemporary examples (Prohibition in the United States and the cases involving illegally produced goods there).
2024-01-15
Inquiry Regarding the Saaremaa Fixed Link (No. 278)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is heavily regional, centering specifically on the question of a permanent connection between Saaremaa and the mainland. This is highlighted as a critically important regional aspect that would significantly improve access and overall circumstances for Saaremaa residents and businesses.
2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is a strong regional focus on Ida-Virumaa, highlighting its reserves of rare earth elements and the subsequent consequences of phasing out the mining sector. Rail Baltic is viewed as a means to export Ida-Virumaa's resources following the elimination of the local mining industry.
2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is entirely on the national level, addressing the governance of the Estonian state and the nationwide demographic crisis.
2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level (the Riigikogu, the Republic of Estonia) and international issues (the War in Ukraine, deportation/expulsion). There is no regional focus.
2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the wartime indirect fire capability of the Defense Forces (No. 72)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is clearly on the national level (Estonia's defense capability, infrastructure, and population) and the international level (NATO collective defense, Ukraine's war experience, Russia's military capability). There is no regional or local focus.
2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (245 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on the national level and the internal organization of the parliament. There is insufficient data regarding regional or local issues.
2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (149 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national sovereignty and the international level (the European Union), stressing the Estonian state's right to independent decision-making. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
2024-01-10
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national problems (the Estonian teachers' strike and the people's right to protest) and international comparisons. The detailed description of the protests by German farmers and transport workers is an important argument against the government's inaction.
2024-01-08
Interpellation concerning the impact of the Green Transition on the administrative area of the ministry under your leadership (No. 341)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on international events, highlighting the farmer protests taking place in Germany and their dramatic nature. This international example is brought up to challenge the domestic green transition policy. Regional or local Estonian issues are not addressed.