By Plenary Sessions: Anti Haugas

Total Sessions: 27

Fully Profiled: 27

2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The expert assessment is related to the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the work of its committees, highlighting the dates and decisions of the discussions. The subject area is legislation concerning the avoidance of infringement procedures and the modification of minor details within the law. The speaker demonstrates knowledge derived from the overviews provided by ministry representatives (the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Markko Künnapu).
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Deep expertise in the comparative analysis of regional economic trends and fiscal policy. Specific terminology, such as the "bank solidarity levy," is employed, and a detailed overview of the interconnections between political decisions and economic trends in neighboring countries is required.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker exhibits in-depth knowledge of the Riigikogu's rules of procedure and legislative processes, citing regulations concerning the presentation of bills, the rights of the presiding officer, and motions for adjournment. The speaker is highly familiar with the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act and utilizes this knowledge to dispute the actions of their opponents.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates expertise in the legal and technical regulation of license plate recognition cameras, citing precise data protection requirements, the duration of data retention (45 days), and the monitoring of log files (up to two years). It utilizes statistics regarding the purposes of queries, noting that 65% of the requests were related to serious or latent crime. It differentiates the focus of license plate recognition cameras from that of speed cameras, explaining that the former are primarily focused on the license plate.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of labor law and work organization, focusing on the regulation of flexible working hours. Specific, real-life examples (such as a salesperson in a shopping center and the nature of the agreed-upon work) are used to illustrate the political problem. The expertise is expressed through the question of whether the existing "legal regulation" is sufficient.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of prison systems and social integration, emphasizing the role of prisons as social and educational institutions. Specific terminology is employed when describing the failure of social democrats in Sweden (societalization and integration). Furthermore, knowledge regarding export revenue and the international exchange of services between countries is highlighted.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates proficiency in the field of taxation and the regulation of business transactions, employing specific terminology such as "fringe benefit," "VAT invoice," and "below market value transactions." They propose a concrete model for how the service provision should be carried out under market conditions, thereby guaranteeing the collection of tax revenue for the state. This expertise is further highlighted by drawing comparisons to transactions common within the corporate sector.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the Law on Churches and Congregations and constitutional amendments, particularly concerning the voting eligibility of the clergy. He explains the law's objective (the exclusion of external influences) and distinguishes the practice of the Orthodox faith from political subordination to the Moscow Patriarchate. He references specific sections and the work carried out by the Constitutional Committee.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speakers demonstrate expertise in the field of border management and security, citing the number (seven points) and types (railway border crossing points) of border crossing points. Knowledge of Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) procedural procedures is also evident, including committee decisions and voting requirements. Emphasis is placed on the daily preparation of impact and threat assessments.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the canonical relations and legal structures of the Orthodox Church, referencing specific details of the Pühtitsa Convent's charter and the historical flexibility of canonical ties. Knowledge of Ukrainian legislation concerning the annulment of subordination to the Moscow Patriarchate is also presented. Specific data on the victims of the war in Ukraine is utilized (circa 250,000 dead), and reference is made to Kirill's ideological concepts ("holy war").
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in fiscal policy and the pass-through of taxes to the final consumer. This expertise is confirmed by international comparisons (Sweden 1996, Romania, Hungary, Portugal) and simplified calculations, which show the minimal benefit of the measure to the consumer (a maximum of 7 euros per month).
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authority in the field of criminal policy and social statistics, utilizing specific data and metrics. They cite the stability of registered crimes, the sharp spike in juvenile offenses related to narcotics, and the 41% recidivism rate among individuals released from prison. The expertise focuses on the connections between addictive behavior, mental health disorders, and repeat offending, emphasizing the need for integrated systems.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Expertise is demonstrated when questions concerning e-residency, international business law, and EU legal requirements are raised. The speaker is interested in the possibilities of establishing legal entities for third-country companies within the EU. Specific terms such as "responsible legal entity" and "e-residency platform" are used.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The expertise is evident in the field of administrative procedures and transport regulation, particularly concerning the temporary suspension of vehicle registration and the application of state fees. Technical terms are employed, such as "registrar costs" and "proving the existence of the vehicle," which indicates detailed knowledge of procedural matters.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of, or a strong interest in, the legislative procedure and the precise differentiation of legal concepts, focusing on the legal nature of the leading committee's positions. He/She employs technical terminology ("position," "decision," "opinion") to clarify the legal distinctions.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the infrastructure of the justice sector, detailing Estonia’s system of detention facilities and sobering-up centers. Concrete data and technical specifics are provided, including the total number of detention houses (12), how many are located adjacent to prisons (3), and the maximum duration of short-term custody (up to 48 hours). This expertise further extends to the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the organization of committee operations.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of tax policy and international economic competition, citing a specific assessment regarding Estonia's tax environment in Europe. Economic terms like "tax-related know-how" and "tax structure" are utilized.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge of the operational structure of the nursing and care sector, referencing issues such as the migration of ambulance personnel to general long-term care facilities and the excessive accumulation of 24-hour shifts. Technical terms are employed (e.g., "nursing shortage," "state funding"), indicating expertise in the administration of social and healthcare policy.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the fields of internal security, border management, and civil protection. They cite specific figures (12 million euros for the border, 300,000 euros for the unit) and statistics (trust percentages for the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA), the Rescue Board, and the Emergency Response Centre). Their personal experience as an auxiliary police officer in Võrumaa lends authority, especially when addressing problems concerning training and infrastructure.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a strong command of legislative procedures, particularly concerning the work of Riigikogu committees and the drafting of legislation. Technical terminology is employed, and specific statutory provisions are cited (e.g., § 10 subsection 1 points 7 and 71), including references to collaboration with the Data Protection Inspectorate and the Ministry of the Interior. Furthermore, the speaker is knowledgeable about administrative bottlenecks related to the issuance of expedited passports.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the history of internet usage and technical limitations, noting that IP address-based restrictions have been easily circumvented by children for the past 20 years. The expertise focuses more on the effectiveness of social solutions (awareness campaigns) rather than technical solutions.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates high competence in the field of social security and pension policy, utilizing concrete data (pensions rising over 10%) and technical terminology. He/She highlights specific issues, such as the changing ratio between the working-age population and pensioners, and the trend of opting out of the second pension pillar.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure, identifying obstruction and offering a procedural solution to end it. Furthermore, they possess detailed knowledge of the social services sector, particularly services for people with disabilities (day/weekly respite care), and issues concerning the eligibility of local government institutions for adapting facilities.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise regarding the specifics of the Security Activities Act, detailing specific regulations (training, professional qualifications) and economic implications (for example, the 30 million euro cost associated with the requirement to retain recordings). They are also proficient in explaining the legislative process and constitutional arguments (such as the oath of office). Furthermore, the speaker references discussions held with specialists from the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Education and Research.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in sports economics by detailing the budget structure of Estonian clubs, the proportion of ticket revenue, and their heavy reliance on the private sector. He draws comparisons with Central European countries (e.g., Poland) and proposes specific financial expenditures, indicating an in-depth study of the subject. He also grasps the indirect link between the quality of club sports and the performance of the national team.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates practical expertise on the topic of intimate partner violence, citing their eight years of experience as an auxiliary police officer and their participation in night patrols. They employ social observations and statistical reasoning to assess the actual prevalence of wearing the burqa and niqab in Estonia (claiming they haven't seen them in shopping centers). Furthermore, they are familiar with trends spreading across Western society, where Muslim women are voluntarily refusing to wear coverings.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
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