By Agendas: Andre Hanimägi

Total Agendas: 101

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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

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE), which aims to regulate the number plate recognition system. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill and highlights the progress made in the Legal Affairs Committee in addressing data protection concerns, ensuring that the law keeps pace with technological advancements.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus centers on challenging the draft 2026 State Budget Law (737 SE) and its associated tax policy. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent to the government's proposed fiscal framework during the first reading.
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2025-09-24
Second reading of the draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE), which aims to regulate the use of the license plate recognition system. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, stressing that it resolves previous points of concern and provides the police with a necessary tool. He/She highlights a new requirement: that the police must provide an annual overview of the license plate recognition system's operations.
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the swift adoption of draft legislation regulating the use of the license plate recognition system, aiming to restore a vital tool for the PPA. The speaker is acting in a supportive capacity, pressuring the government to proceed with a bill that would enhance legal compliance without introducing fundamental changes to how the system operates. Criticism is aimed at the delays and confusion surrounding the processing of these bills.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on monitoring the government's activities and raising the question of the long-term strategy for the existing service provision contract through an inquiry. The speaker is primarily in the role of an overseer, demanding a clear strategy from the executive branch.
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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 top legislative priority is the re-adoption, in its original form, of the Act amending the Churches and Congregations Act, which had been returned by the President of the Republic. The speaker is a strong proponent and the procedural lead for this bill, serving as the representative of the steering committee. The objective is to regulate the administrative connections of religious associations based on security considerations.
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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 legislative focus is on creating a new legal protection framework to regulate the sharing of intimate images. The speaker is the initiator, raising the need to discuss the challenges and find solutions at the legislative level. The priority is ensuring the protection of victims in the online space.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently aimed at identifying and eliminating statutory restrictions that impede investment. The speaker is acting as a critic and a key voice in raising these issues, underscoring the necessity of improving the regulatory environment for the development of the defense industry.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The main legislative priorities include the establishment of a Financial Ombudsman for the swift and impartial resolution of financial disputes, and the launch of a positive credit register (set to be operational in 2028). The speaker is an active supporter and driving force behind reactivating the processing of the Financial Ombudsman draft bill, which has been left on the shelf gathering dust.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act of Obligations (621 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on Draft Act 621 SE, which proposes amendments to the Law of Obligations Act concerning compensation for the early repayment of loans. The speaker, representing the responsible committee, conveys the committee's proposal to reject the draft act, but simultaneously guarantees its discussion in the plenary session.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (636 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is centered on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Holidays and Commemoration Days Act (Bill 636 SE). The speaker's role is analytical and involves gathering information, requiring a comprehensive evaluation of the bill's health aspects in addition to the economic analysis.
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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 setting budget priorities and influencing the intra-governmental allocation of funds, particularly concerning covering the deficit of the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa). Specific draft laws or amendments are not mentioned, but the need to resolve the financing issue through government negotiations is emphasized.
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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 overseeing the executive branch and ensuring accountability, particularly concerning the management of significant state budgetary resources. There is a demand for the presentation of specific metrics and human resources policy plans, which points to a desire to improve administrative processes, rather than focusing on initiating new legislation.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding the Development of Nuclear Energy in Estonia (No. 786)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward the critical assessment of financial frameworks and support mechanisms for large infrastructure projects. The speaker acts as a reviewer of proposals to prevent the creation of financial instruments for inefficient projects.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the current immigration regulation, particularly the quota system and the more than 20 related exceptions. The speaker wishes to understand why the existing exceptions are deemed insufficient and proposes, as an alternative, better promotion and utilization of those exceptions.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on opposing the current tax policy (income tax reform and the VAT increase) and highlighting its consequences. The speaker demands political intervention from the Minister of Regional Affairs to stabilize the situation, rather than focusing on initiating new legislation.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative priority is filling the legal vacuum in end-of-life regulations, requiring the review of existing laws and the initiation of a new legislative process. Specifically, a discussion on regulating assisted suicide is requested at the government's autumn roundtable.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary legislative priority is amending the Code of Civil Procedure to improve the availability of legal aid, spearheading the effort in this area. [They act as] an active government watchdog, submitting interpellations on issues of internal security (ANPR, gun laws, the impact of social media) and social policy (euthanasia). [They] demand that the government establish an anti-fraud action plan.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the rapid processing and adoption of the draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE). The aim is to restore the operation of the number recognition system and establish the necessary legal clarity for this purpose, while remaining a strong supporter of the bill despite its initial shortcomings.
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2025-06-18
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Legislative focus is currently centered on passing Draft Resolution 630 OE, which aims to establish a coordinated action plan for combating fraud. The key priority involves determining the necessity of statutory amendments and ensuring effective inter-agency cooperation. The speaker is both the initiator and a strong proponent of the draft.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Churches and Congregations Act (570 UA), the purpose of which is to restrict the administrative ties of religious associations for security considerations. The speaker is a strong supporter of the bill and will clarify its objectives during the third reading.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on the ratification procedure for the prison lease agreement and the preliminary analysis required beforehand. It is stressed that the Riigikogu has not yet ratified the deal, and there are demands for greater transparency and the resolution of outstanding concerns before any agreements are formally signed.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative priority is the adoption of the draft law amending the law on churches and congregations (570 UA). The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill and serves as the rapporteur for the Legal Affairs Committee, responsible for addressing the constitutional concerns that arose following the presidential veto. He/She notes as progress the clarification of the terms "to be guided by" and "person with significant influence," along with the substantial supplementation of the explanatory memorandum.
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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 legislative focus is on amending the supplementary budget bill (651 SE) to ensure the abolition of kindergarten fees and an increase in subsistence benefits. The speaker supports and initiated these Social Democrat amendments, emphasizing that they would help families across Estonia, and opposes the budget sections related to tax reform.
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2025-06-11
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is the deliberation of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Competition Act and related amendments to other acts (Bill 609 SE) in its second reading. The speaker's role is that of an interrogator, demanding an overview of the political disputes and agreements that have hindered the bill's adoption, in order to understand the current status of the legislation.
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2025-06-11
About coping

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

Legislative focus is centered on the sharp criticism of existing government reforms (the income tax reform, the system of fees for early childhood education) and the challenging of their regional impact. The speaker is primarily an opponent, demanding that the government change its policy to guarantee free access to early childhood education across Estonia.
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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 legislative focus is currently on restarting the number recognition system and, where necessary, refining the relevant laws to ensure complete legal clarity. Note is taken of a previous unsuccessful draft bill submitted by the Ministry of the Interior, as well as an essentially identical bill introduced by four coalition members, the debate on which is now prioritized.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker's priority is supplementing the Traffic Act with two straightforward provisions: granting local governments the right to establish a maximum number of rental vehicles (quotas) and an age limit for their deployment. He/She is the initiator and a strong proponent of the draft bill, stressing that it provides local authorities with "an opportunity, not an obligation" to regulate the situation. The failure to grant supervisory powers to Mupo (the Municipal Police) is also an important issue.
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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 priorities are the creation of a national housing strategy and a fundamental change in the use of state land to build housing instead of selling it off. The focus is also on reducing bureaucracy, accelerating the processing of detailed development plans, and regulating the proportion of affordable homes in new developments.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Establishment of Tallinn Hospital (no 762)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is currently aimed at holding the government accountable and accelerating decision-making, which is being carried out through the submission of a formal interpellation. The priority is to gain clarity regarding the support for the establishment of the Tallinn Hospital, its financing model, and the planned start year of construction.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is on creating a long-term political strategy and monitoring the working group's results, rather than initiating specific pieces of legislation. The priority is planning systemic care and finding solutions.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on implementing the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035," specifically within the energy sector. The priority is clarifying the role of dispatchable energy sources (including nuclear energy) in Estonia's future energy portfolio. The speaker is acting as a questioner during the discussion following the minister's presentation.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is clearly on the bill concerning withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention (Bill 642 SE), which the speaker strongly supports. The objective is for the legislature to empower the Defence Forces to make military decisions free of the convention's restrictions, thereby ensuring the nation's defense capability.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Nature Conservation Act (the Natura assessment). The speaker is taking on the role of an interrogator regarding the bill, concentrating specifically on the details of the restrictions and the compensation mechanisms.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the renewed processing of the Act amending the Law on Churches and Congregations, with the objective of improving the law's legal certainty and its overall wording. The speaker supports the overall goal of the draft legislation but advocates for amendments to resolve the legal issues raised by the President, specifically the definition of the terms "to be guided by" and "notable person."
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Legislative attention is centered on Draft Bill 632 SE (streamlining court administration), which involves amending the Courts Act. The speakers are acting as critical questioners, seeking to maintain the political control of the Riigikogu and the minister over the administration and budget of the courts.
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2025-05-12
Inquiry regarding potential amendments to the Arms Act (No. 755)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on clarifying and influencing the content of the draft intention regarding amendments to the Weapons Act (No. 755). The speaker initiated this process via a formal query (interpellation) to ensure that the proposed amendments focus on reducing bureaucracy, not increasing the number of weapons, and specifically wants to know what concrete changes are being planned.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on creating a new anti-fraud action plan, which will consolidate best practices and identify new tools. The priority is initiating legislative amendments that would make life tougher for money laundering intermediaries ("mules").
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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 primary legislative focus is on monitoring the implementation and financial impact of the government's major strategies ("Estonia 2035") and policies (such as the income tax reform). Separately, a review is required concerning the achievement of milestones related to public service cost savings. The speaker serves as the supervisor.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is aimed at requiring the analytical work that underpins the policy. The priority is the development of a long-term strategy for transport connectivity, utilizing economic analysis, in order to resolve a recurring political problem.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the interpellation concerning the reorganization of the Kehtna and Vana-Vigala vocational education centers. The speaker is acting in opposition to the administrative decision, demanding that the existing school be preserved and restructured.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently aimed at launching new regional programs and continuing existing measures intended to reduce regional inequality. The objective is to secure approval for the minister's plans to initiate new regional measures.
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Competition Act (609 SE), which aims to transpose the relevant EU directive. The speaker is a critical supporter demanding assurance that the law fully complies with the directive and that the process is finally concluded, thereby avoiding further fines.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act concerning EU law violations and the International Sanctions Act (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is Draft Bill 584 SE, which supplements the laws on whistleblower protection and international sanctions for the purpose of transposing the relevant EU directive. The speaker is a proponent of the bill and the procedural lead, focusing on introducing amendments to ensure the law enters into force through the standard procedure.
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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 focus is on the implementation and expansion of the Ministry of Culture's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035." The priority is finding support measures for the development of the gaming industry and e-sports, asking the minister for specific ideas on how to aid this sector.
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2025-04-17
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to reduce the VAT on foodstuffs to 9 percent" (579 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill (579 OE) to reduce the VAT on foodstuffs. The speaker's role is both supportive and insistent, stressing the necessity for the ministry to continue its analysis regarding the content and implementation of the bill to ensure the policy's success.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Priorities include reviewing the amendments to the Employment Contracts Act to restore social dialogue, ensuring the effective transposition of the Competition Directive, and amending the regulation concerning hidden defects in real estate transactions. Additionally, a proposal is being made to establish an anti-fraud action plan that would strengthen criminal law instruments and improve the procedure for compensating victims for damages.
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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 legislative focus centers on amending the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Traffic Act in order to bring them into compliance with the Constitution and establish a permanent exemption for vehicles modified for use by disabled persons. The speaker is the initiator and proponent of these amendments, whose objective is to prevent citizens from being forced to pursue administrative court action.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Churches and Congregations Act (570 SE), a bill for which the speaker serves as the rapporteur. The priority is to conclude the second reading of the bill and schedule the final vote for April 9th, while ensuring legal clarity through necessary editorial amendments.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the third reading of the draft Act on Amendments to the Constitution (Bill 536 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical evaluator of the bill, questioning the impact of the proposed amendments on the original draft legislation, specifically concerning stateless persons and citizens of allied nations.
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2025-03-20
Draft law (583 SE) for the first reading regarding 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, paragraph 1, of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at reducing bureaucracy and ensuring the correctness of legal drafting, while questioning whether the adoption of the draft bill (583 SE) necessitates further legislative amendments. The speaker, acting as the chairman of the Legal Committee, is actively managing the proceedings, focusing specifically on verifying the absence of legal loopholes.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 562 OE (the border closure proposal). The speaker maintains that the current State Border Act already provides the government with the necessary authority, meaning further legislative action is unwarranted. They prefer the enforcement of existing legislation over the creation of new obligations.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in connection therewith (sanctions violations) (441 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Penal Code (Bill 441 SE), the primary objective of which is the transfer of investigative jurisdiction for sanction crimes from KAPO (Internal Security Service) to the MTA (Tax and Customs Board). The speaker, acting as the rapporteur for the leading committee, supports the bill and is responsible for its proceedings, emphasizing the technical and substantive improvements achieved.
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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 legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE), the purpose of which is to increase financing transparency and expand the powers of the ERJK (Supervisory Committee on Party Financing). The speaker supports the bill but emphasizes the need to resolve complex issues through amendments, such as the definition of affiliated organizations and the establishment of caps on both donations and campaign expenses.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure (493 SE), second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Code of Civil Procedure (493 SE), the purpose of which is to bring the procedure for granting procedural assistance into compliance with the Constitution. The speaker is the rapporteur of the Legal Affairs Committee and a strong proponent of the bill, concentrating on both the substantive amendments and the streamlining of the technical implementing provisions.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on government administrative reforms and improving the efficiency of agencies (the streamlining of the Ministry of Climate) to ensure the necessary data foundation is available for making strategic decisions (e.g., nuclear energy).
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is on the draft legislation amending the Churches and Congregations Act (Bill 570 SE), which aims to prevent religious associations from being guided by dangerous foreign ties in their statutes and economic dealings. He/She is a strong proponent and the rapporteur for the bill, explaining, among other things, the restrictions placed on board members and clergy, as well as the continued validity of the grounds for mandatory termination.
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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 primary legislative focus centers on defending the coalition's achievements (such as the care reform and pension indexing) and criticizing opposition bills (like the bank tax) for their impracticality. The necessity of conducting a thorough analysis before altering tax laws is stressed, citing Piret Hartman's work concerning the VAT on foodstuffs.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and other laws (optimization of court proceedings and publicity of court decisions) (560 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on supporting the reform of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Bill 560 SE) and explaining its substantive amendments. The speaker is a strong proponent who views the bill as a major step forward, and also mentions future reforms, such as the discussion regarding the abolition of lay judges.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

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

The legislative focus is on opposing EKRE’s VAT bill (539 SE), emphasizing its non-compliance with good legislative practice. The priority is a systematic analysis initiated by the Social Democrats to find ways to lower VAT for specific food groups. The objective is to ensure that legislative changes bring tangible benefits to the people.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker’s priority is legal amendments that would send a clear message to society: violence and crimes against the person are unacceptable, especially when minors are involved. He supports creating mechanisms (e.g., shock incarceration) to combat the feeling of impunity. He also supports speeding up lengthy court proceedings.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure and other laws (establishing procedure for collective redress actions) – second reading (334 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the successful and rapid processing of Draft Bill 334 SE (procedure for collective representative actions). The speaker supports the bill and acts as its procedural leader, having proposed that the second reading be concluded and the bill sent to the third reading by December 18th. Significant achievements include the adoption of consensus amendments concerning thresholds and competent authorities.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the first reading of the draft act amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE), the objective of which is to establish a citizenship requirement for local elections. The speaker is a supporter of the bill and wishes for it to enter into force before the next local elections in order to create a clear framework for defining the scope of voting rights.
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2024-11-19
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure and, in consequence thereof, amending the Act on the Application of the Code of Civil Procedure and the Enforcement Procedure Act (493 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Code of Civil Procedure (493 SE), the aim of which is to improve the regulation of procedural assistance and bring it into compliance with the Constitution. The speaker is the initiator of the draft act (as the Chairman of the Legal Affairs Committee) and the representative of the lead committee before the plenary session.
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2024-11-14
Draft Law Amending the Penal Code (490 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft Act on Amendments to the Penal Code (490 SE), specifically preventing the repeal of Section 151¹. The speaker is a strong supporter and defender of the existing security provision, emphasizing its continued necessity.
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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 main legislative focus is the draft bill amending the Land Register Act (467 SE), which addresses restrictions on searching for property owners by name and personal identification code. The speaker is acting as a supporter and procedural manager of the bill in their role as Chairman of the Legal Affairs Committee, emphasizing the narrow and specific scope of the draft.
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2024-11-06
Second reading of the draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the amendment of the Land Register Act (Draft Act 467 SE), which aims to restrict the searching of registered immovable properties based on a personal identification code and name. The speaker is a supporter of the draft act and the presenter of the amendments initiated by the Legal Affairs Committee, thereby ensuring the further processing of the bill to the final vote. A significant achievement is the adoption of consensus amendments that clarify access to data based on legitimate interest.
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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 legislative focus centers on the rejection of the draft Act amending the Act Implementing the Code of Civil Procedure (439 SE). The speaker is participating as a representative of the leading committee, serving as the primary advocate for the rejection of this draft. The priority is to maintain legal certainty and prevent statutory amendments that would create boundless opportunities for challenging judgments that have already entered into force.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Imprisonment Act (506 SE), the objective of which is to transfer the provision of services for persons sentenced to detention to Tallinn Prison. The speaker, as a representative of the leading committee, supports and promotes the bill's proceedings, emphasizing consensus-based decisions for concluding the first reading.
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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 legislative focus centers on Draft Act 507 SE, which proposes amendments to the Family Benefits Act and other related legislation. The speaker adopts a supportive but critically inquisitive role, aiming to clarify the practical implications of the proposed changes regarding the combination of parental benefits and earned income.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Child Protection Act (Bill 427 SE). The speaker supports a procedural correction, demanding that the bill be re-debated and reviewed to ensure its compliance with the fundamental principles of child protection. He/She emphasizes the necessity of preventing the draft legislation from being interpreted as weakening child protection measures.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in consequence thereof (offence-based sanctions) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on processing the Act Amending the Penal Code (Bill 441 SE), which concerns sanction misdemeanors. The speaker is a supporter of the draft bill and is responsible for its procedural advancement in the Riigikogu, including setting the deadline for submitting amendments.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on analyzing the shortcomings in the implementation of existing regional policy and strategies (Estonia 2035). The objective is to identify market failures and determine political corrective measures, rather than primarily initiating new legislation.
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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 legislative focus is on improving the quality of law-making and eliminating systemic errors that could lead to injustice. The speaker demands concrete steps from the Riigikogu and the ministers to improve the situation, ensuring that legal acts comply with the constitution.
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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 legislative focus is on addressing new threats, which includes reviewing laws related to the use of drones and artificial intelligence, as well as granting greater powers to the police. A significant priority is also the establishment of a crisis reserve and the strengthening of the civil defense system to ensure that critical services remain operational.
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2024-06-13
Financial Supervision Authority 2023 Annual Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on the establishment of the financial ombudsman institution, the implementation of which is strongly supported, and on improving the regulation of consumer loans. The recently passed law concerning debt collection agencies and debt purchasers is welcomed as a very positive step in the right direction.
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2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on debating the Bank of Estonia's report and analyzing the bank tax policy. The speaker's role is to initiate a detailed discussion regarding the economic consequences of alternative taxation routes, acting as both a policy analyst and a questioner.
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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 legislative focus is on the first reading of the Riigikogu declaration draft, "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia." The speaker's role is that of a questioner and a demander of clarification, seeking to understand the declaration's purpose and necessity before its formal proceeding.
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2024-06-06
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the regulation concerning the building prohibition zone of the Nature Conservation Act into compliance with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the amendments to the Nature Conservation Act concerning the alignment of the building exclusion zone regulation with the Constitution. The speaker is a supporter of the proposal, emphasizing the need to prevent the law from being abused through minor exceptions.
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2024-06-06
Proposal of the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Code of Civil Procedure into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on assessing the constitutionality of the Code of Civil Procedure and handling the proposal submitted by the Chancellor of Justice. The speaker is an active participant in the legislative process, serving as the representative of the Legal Affairs Committee in the plenary debate where the necessity of amending the law is decided.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker is participating in a discussion concerning the important national issue, "How can the state avoid living in debt?" This indicates a general legislative interest in fiscal policy. However, no specific bills, amendments, or legislative priorities are mentioned.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on criticism of Riigikogu Draft Resolution 431 OE (Supporting the deployment of nuclear energy in Estonia). The speaker opposes the current form of the draft, demanding that legislative action concerning energy plans must be based on prior studies and analyses.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Land Tax Act (Bill 437 SE). The speaker is participating in the debate as an interrogator, attempting to clarify the true impact of the bill, which stems from the fact that the scheduled land valuation has not been performed for 20 years.
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on reviewing existing regulations that impede economic development, particularly in the defense industry and drone testing sectors. The priority is amending laws concerning, for example, the use of explosive charges during testing.
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2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on Bill 421 SE (Act amending the Social Welfare Act and other acts), the processing of which she/he supports and advances as a representative of the leading committee. She/he also mentions the impact of the new Basic Education Act and the preparation of a drafting intention for bringing more complex clients into service without a court order.
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2024-05-13
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal concerning the harmonization of the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act with the Constitution. A second important priority is the establishment of the position of Financial Ombudsman within the Financial Supervisory Authority.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on streamlining the e-voting system and enhancing security, including support for the draft bill concerning Smart-ID authentication. The speaker stresses that the procedures for electronic voting must be codified in law more comprehensively than they are now, a point also recognized by the Supreme Court. Furthermore, the speaker is strongly opposed to any legislation that would aim to abolish e-voting entirely.
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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 legislative focus is on Riigikogu Draft Statement 420 AE, which concerns declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an institution supporting the military aggression of the Russian Federation. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft and is attempting to persuade others of its necessity by highlighting the ideological threats involved.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on debating an issue of national importance concerning the adoption of nuclear energy. The speaker's role is analytical, necessitating a comprehensive weighing of alternatives before the final decision is reached, thereby ensuring the decision's accountability.
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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 focus is on implementing the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035," specifically concerning culture and entertainment. Specific draft legislation or amendments are not mentioned; rather, the inquiry concerns the state's readiness and self-confidence.
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2024-04-16
Third Reading of the Draft Act amending the Health Insurance Act and related Acts (Prevention of Incapacity for Work) (Bill 377 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the draft bill amending the Health Insurance Act (377 SE), concentrating on the prevention of work disability and a flexible return to work after 60 days of sick leave. The second priority is the extension of the care benefit to all parents of long-term sick children, regardless of diagnosis. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on implementing the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035," and shaping the related policies. The priority is creating plans to ensure workforce retraining and support for sectors, in order to cope with economic changes.
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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 legislative priority is a systemic reform of healthcare governance, which would empower the state to direct hospitals and doctors and assume stronger control. This points to a focus on regulatory and structural legislative amendments.
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2024-02-22
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Bill 287 SE (Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill, questioning both the necessity and the justification of the proposed restrictions.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Law on the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation on Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil, Family, and Criminal Matters (362 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at the draft law (362 SE) concerning the denunciation of the agreement on legal assistance between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation. The speaker is actively participating in the discussion, seeking clarification regarding the practical use of the agreement and the risks associated with its denunciation.
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2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is Bill 338 SE, which aims to increase the state's flexibility in funding cultural sites and prevent projects from being delayed. Both speakers are strong proponents of the bill, viewing it as a solution to the long-standing problem concerning the ERR building and a mechanism for resolving similar situations in the future.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the statement concerning the repatriation of children deported by Russia. The aim is to expand this activity to include issues of humanitarian aid and mental health support, requesting concrete steps from the government.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main focus is on the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act (230 SE), which the speaker opposes, despite his faction’s earlier desire for bank taxation. The Social Democrats were the initiators in bringing the bank tax issue to the coalition’s agenda, but their current objective is to avoid the state's "hectic" policy and ensure financial stability. The goal remains keeping the question of solidarity on the table for the future.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill Amending the Act on the Restriction of Acquisition of Immovable Property (284 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (Bill 284 SE). The speaker is actively participating in the bill’s first reading, posing questions regarding the underlying analysis. While generally supportive of the bill, he/she requires factual clarity before proceeding.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently directed toward analyzing and criticizing the fundamental principles of the ongoing reform concerning the reorganization of the education network. The speaker is acting both as an interrogator of the policy's direction and as a proponent of potential centralization, aiming to ensure the reform's success.
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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

The legislative focus is on the draft legislation (Bill 106) to amend the Vital Statistics Registration Act. The speaker is acting as a participant seeking clarification, focusing specifically on how to ensure the child is registered and how to avoid recourse to the courts in situations where there has been a delay in seeking medical attention. The priority is the clarity of the procedure and ensuring a health check is performed.
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