By Plenary Sessions: Kalle Grünthal

The primary legislative focus is on amending the Penal Code to criminalize the violation of the presumption of innocence through knowing and unfounded factual allegations. The speaker is the initiator of this draft legislation and strongly urges its support to protect individuals who have been subjected to false factual claims. The bill stipulates a financial penalty or imprisonment for up to one year.

The legislative focus is on ensuring the correct application of existing legislation (the Code of Administrative Procedure) within judicial and administrative bodies. The priority is adherence to procedural standards and transparency, rather than initiating new laws.

The legislative focus is directed towards the interpretation of the Election Act and the Constitution, with the objective of overturning internet voting (e-elections). This involves filing formal complaints and legally challenging the technical procedures, emphasizing the violation of the principles of electoral uniformity and secrecy.

The main legislative priority is the initiation of the draft amendment to the Police and Border Guard Act, aimed at restoring loyalty to the people and the Republic of Estonia within the police officer’s oath. A significant focus is also placed on challenging the legality of the current bill’s proceedings, demanding that the reading be suspended due to the committee’s alleged violation of law.

The legislative focus is currently on amending the Riigikogu Election Act, which the speaker views as the cornerstone of state governance. The objective is to secure the floor in order to address the problematic aspects of the amendments being made to this constitutional law. Furthermore, strict adherence to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and proceedings is also a key focus.

The legislative focus is on highlighting procedural errors during the adoption of new taxes (a violation of good legislative practice) and raising constitutional questions while processing the statement regarding the Moscow Patriarchate. The speaker is a strong opponent of both bills, focusing on the lack of legal grounds (specifically, the absence of a court ruling) and the lack of evidence.