By Plenary Sessions: Andre Hanimägi

Total Sessions: 8

Fully Profiled: 8

2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political position is strongly interventionist in both the fields of security and social protection. The main priorities are limiting hostile foreign influence channeled through religious institutions and establishing a national action plan to combat financial fraud, thereby opposing the "everyone is responsible for themselves" ideology. The speaker sharply criticizes the Interior Minister’s decision to shut down license plate recognition cameras, deeming it a mistake that jeopardizes security.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The central theme is the prison lease question, which is being addressed pragmatically and practically, rather than emotionally. The political stance is moderately critical, highlighting the lack of transparency in the process and the fact that concerns raised by security agencies (KAPO, the Prosecutor General) remained unresolved prior to the signing. The focus is on procedural correctness and the effectiveness of the government's actions.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political position focuses heavily on social equality and improving regional policy, opposing the government’s tax reform, which widens the income gap. The speaker demands free access to basic education throughout Estonia and also serves as the rapporteur for the Legal Affairs Committee during the handling of a sensitive security-related bill (KiKoS), stressing constitutional compliance. The overall stance is strongly value-based, emphasizing that the state must look after every corner of Estonia.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The political stance is strongly oppositional, focusing on the inequalities inherent in the government's regional policy and social decisions. The most pressing issues are the restriction of free basic education solely to Tallinn and the negative impact of the income tax reform on rural areas. The speaker demands that the prime minister take responsibility for the entirety of Estonia, labeling the political situation in Tallinn a ratings crisis.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance strongly advocates for the relaunch of the license plate recognition system, deeming its suspension by the Interior Minister premature and calling the government's handling of the issue a complete "fiasco." The focus is placed squarely on security and the state's operational capability, emphasizing that this system is a crucial instrument in the fight against crime. The position is heavily results-oriented, criticizing the government's failure to ensure the necessary working tools are available.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Politically, the speaker strongly advocates for increasing the autonomy of local governments in regulating light traffic, emphasizing safety and the need for flexible, localized solutions. He criticizes the government's negative feedback, which he deems too rigid and dismissive of the specific issues facing Tallinn. His stance is heavily policy- and results-driven, centered on solving practical problems.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The core political position is one of strong criticism regarding the housing affordability crisis, which stems from systemic failures and an over-reliance on market forces. The speaker demands a fundamental shift, requiring the state to take an active leadership role and establish a national housing strategy by intervening in market activities to guarantee housing as a fundamental right. The crisis is framed as a shared issue affecting demographic policy, regional policy, and social policy.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The most prominent topics are the establishment of the Tallinn Hospital and resolving the issue of care for people with dementia. The speaker strongly supports the Tallinn Hospital project, seeing it as a vital step forward and a necessity for modern infection control. Criticism is directed at the government's inaction and the delaying of decisions, which is framed as inefficient and procrastinating behavior.