By Plenary Sessions: Helle-Moonika Helme
Total Sessions: 132
Fully Profiled: 132
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The main focus is on criticizing the government's budget policy and cuts (specifically in the cultural sector) for the years 2025–2027. A further priority is defending the independence of the Institute of Economic Research against government attacks and opposing tax hikes (including the car registration fee).
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward challenging the ongoing amendments to the tax law and the list of tax benefits. The speaker is acting as an opposition questioner, calling into question the details and the justification of the draft bill.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed towards systemic changes, demanding the reorganization of the entire general practitioner system and hospitals—currently operating as "business entities"—into places dedicated solely to healing people. The speaker is strongly opposed to the additional funding (17 million) for the SKAIS system and criticizes the introduction of merely cosmetic changes in the development plans.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the state budget and the modification of its priorities, particularly concerning the salary increase for the Ministry of Defence and the funding of the cultural sector (ERSO). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the budget plan, attempting to highlight the government's alleged unfair expenditure.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently on the implementation details of the car tax (motor vehicle tax) bill, particularly regarding the refund mechanism for the current year. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, demanding clarification on the consistency between the text of the law and the promises made to the public.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is on the critical assessment of the Rail Baltic project and its financing, as well as demanding accountability. The speaker is acting as an opponent, demanding clarification regarding the commission's work and the consideration of security aspects, especially concerning the involvement of defense sector experts.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is centered on opposing government initiatives, particularly the abolition of the tax bulge—which increases the budget deficit—and the draft bill for the ideological consent law. The speaker stresses that the Riigikogu should be addressing the budget and the livelihood of the Estonian people, not ideological "drivel."
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the critical assessment of existing regulations and government decisions, especially regarding the abolition of land tax restrictions and the supervision of state investments. It acts as a policy overseer, demanding analysis (e.g., concerning Finland's measures regarding African swine fever).
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at opposing the government's plans, especially legislative amendments concerning the mandatory vaccination of children and the removal of decision-making rights from parents. Furthermore, the speaker opposes the legalization of assisted suicide and the adoption of the European Union’s ideological taxes.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is centered on opposing and critically assessing existing defense and social policy plans, particularly those concerning women's military service. There is a demand for a functional, family-friendly crisis plan and a discussion on how to ensure the availability of childcare providers during mobilization. Furthermore, there is a call to build up military readiness without emotionally or materially exhausting the population.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The primary focus is on overseeing and ensuring the accountability of government actions, particularly concerning the management of the Ministry of Defense budget. The speaker operates as a critical opponent and watchdog, demanding clarification regarding existing budgetary decisions and potential new policies (mandatory service for women).
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on demanding a national action plan to control the population of large predators. The speaker is critical and insists that the government take concrete steps to resolve the issues threatening agricultural production in rural areas.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The main focus is on submitting interpellations to ministers (regarding education reform, the rental of prison spaces, and name changes) and scrutinizing the government's activities. [He/She/It] initiated Bill 596, which proposed amending the VAT Act to lower the sales tax on foodstuffs, but later requested that the bill be removed from the agenda. [He/She/It] is actively working on proposals to amend the Riigikogu's agenda and procedural rules.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on addressing the proposed delay in implementing regulatory requirements (most likely sustainability reports). The speaker's role is to challenge the rationale behind the initiated draft bill's two-year timeline and its long-term sustainability, especially considering ongoing developments across Europe.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on opposing government policy—specifically the importation of prisoners and the introduction of foreign labor—rather than initiating or supporting specific legislation. The speaker operates primarily as a critic and opponent of the government's actions.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on the bill to abolish the security tax. The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of the draft legislation, questioning whether repealing the tax is proportional to the country's current security situation.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main focus is on exposing violations of existing laws (the hidden camera surveillance system) and, if necessary, criticizing the draft bill that seeks to legalize the situation, viewing it as a post-facto justification for "screw-ups." It expresses opposition to the preparation of the euthanasia law and the use of legal force to combat pseudo-medicine.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill concerning compensation fees for energy projects, which is facing critical opposition demanding the complete abandonment of the topic. Additionally, attention is being paid to the procedural logic and implementation issues surrounding the supervision of political financing (ERJK), with critics highlighting its selectivity.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is on opposing the government's tax packages and excise duty hikes, demanding a precise assessment of their impact on the budgets of specific families. The speaker acts as a staunch opponent of existing or proposed tax legislation (VAT, excise duties, fees, fines).
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The main legislative focus is challenging Bill 651, the draft state supplementary budget law for 2025, and questioning the substance of that bill. The speaker is a critical opponent of the budget draft, specifically concentrating on the concrete financial allocations and the priorities they represent.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is opposed to the draft legislation stemming from European directives (biofuels) and government tax increases (VAT). He stresses that when drafting laws, the focus must be on the needs of the people, not the demands of the ministry or Europe, and criticizes the ministry's failure to calculate the impact of these bills on the public.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Insufficient data. (The speaker is focusing on criticizing existing policies and government decisions, rather than presenting or supporting specific bills or amendments.)
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
He/She primarily acts as an opponent and critic of draft legislation, centering attention on three key themes: the regulation of gender balance on the boards of listed companies (which is strongly opposed and viewed as over-regulation), nature conservation restrictions affecting private forests (seen as a violation of the constitution), and the Aviation Safety Act (which is utilized to criticize opponents). Attention is also paid to procedural issues regarding the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The legislative focus is centered on criticizing the negative consequences of the current care reform, as well as the inaction of law enforcement agencies (specifically the prosecutor’s office) when investigating crimes in nursing homes. The speaker is a fierce opponent of the reform and demands that accountability be established and penalties applied.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the oversight of legislation and setting the direction of criminal policy, particularly concerning the appointment of the Prosecutor General. The objective is to ensure that criminal policy does not begin to restrict freedom of speech, which suggests an oversight role rather than an initiating role.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on opposing the government’s tax policy, particularly concerning the repeal of the security tax and the Reform Party’s tax hikes as a whole. A draft bill is supported, which aims to lower excise duties and taxes, even slightly, to alleviate the burden on the people.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently aimed at opposing the proposed car tax, primarily by emphasizing its inefficient collection methods and the resulting economic damage. Significant emphasis is also being placed on protecting the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and the rights of its members from disparagement by ministers, particularly concerning the methodology used when submitting questions.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on analyzing the entry into force of the directive concerning the Competition Authority and its impact on consumer protection. An important legislative priority is also reintroducing the VAT reduction bills to the Riigikogu, provided the directive offers the necessary protective mechanisms to do so.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on criticizing the existing electoral system and its constitutionality, emphasizing the need to change a system that violates three constitutional principles. The speaker acts more as a critic and an exposer of systemic flaws, rather than as the initiator of specific legislative proposals.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is aimed at reforming tax policy. The speaker is a strong opponent of tax hikes and supports lowering the VAT on groceries. The speaker positions themselves against the government's legislative actions, arguing that they exacerbate poverty and crises.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the proposal submitted to the government to present an action plan for the development of generation capacity and electricity grids by May 1st. The speaker is skeptical of this draft bill, considering it lacking substance due to the short deadline, and is acting contrary to the current energy policy.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker’s focus is on criticizing the government’s political decisions and the legal system’s inaction, rather than initiating specific new pieces of legislation. They demand accountability from the care home entrepreneurs and reform of the legal system to protect victims of rape, not the institutions where the crimes took place.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is on the act amending the Public Transport Act, the purpose of which is to regulate ride-sharing services to ensure equal treatment and safety. The speaker is a strong supporter of this regulation, highlighting the need to check both permits and language proficiency.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is challenging the government's actions and legitimacy through parliamentary inquiries. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the government’s major energy projects and tax reforms, and also criticizes the Ministry of Climate for its failure to address the cormorant problem.
2025-03-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the critical evaluation of the draft law concerning the circumvention of sanctions. The speaker is critical of the bill regarding accountability, demanding that it be robust enough to prosecute past violations as well.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The main legislative focus is opposing and demanding amendments to existing laws concerning renewable energy and grid development. The objective is to stop making expensive investments into a grid that accommodates intermittent power, thereby reducing consumer costs.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on debating and challenging international conventions (such as the CEDAW Optional Protocol) because they are outdated or infringe upon women's rights. It supports the accelerated development of security infrastructure, particularly the temporary control line, viewing this as a priority over closing border crossing points.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on supporting a necessary draft bill, the rejection of which is being criticized due to indexing. Also prioritized is the effectiveness of laws regulating the activities of state institutions (KAPO, MTA) in the anti-corruption fight, with doubts raised about the impact of new laws if existing ones are not complied with.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker asserts that all bills and decisions initiated following the collapse of the government are illegitimate, demanding a freeze on political activity. Rather than focusing on specific legislative priorities, the emphasis is placed on invalidating the legislative process itself and opposing existing draft legislation (such as the car tax).
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at opposing two bills: the bill concerning the fast-track procedure for short-term employment (criticizing the exceptions granted to startups and film crews), and the government overhaul concerning the mandate and structure of the ERJK. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent and critical overseer of these drafts.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on criticizing government-initiated reorganization processes (the merging of schools for students with special educational needs) and political decisions (tax hikes, media subsidies) through parliamentary inquiries. They are more an opponent of existing plans than an initiator of new legislation, striving instead to gain clarification and halt bureaucratic changes.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward implementing the principle of accountability and establishing the truth concerning the former vaccination policy, citing the necessity of addressing crimes against humanity. Specific bills or legislative initiatives are not mentioned, but a legal resolution to the current situation is being demanded.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The legislative focus is centered on regulating corruption and conflicts of interest among government members, with the effort being a strong supporter of a specific draft bill. The speaker is acting as the bill's defender and is sharply criticizing its rejection by the commission.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The main legislative focus is opposing the tax laws enacted by the government and highlighting their negative consequences. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the compliance of the actions taken by parliament and the government with constitutional procedures, accusing the government and the president of violating the constitution during the process of the government transition.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on establishing an investigative committee to look into the circumstances surrounding the cessation of Nordica's operations. The speaker is a strong proponent and advocate of this initiative, stressing the committee's necessity due to suspicions of corruption.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is supporting a motion of no confidence stemming from government corruption and deception. The speaker is an active opponent of the government’s decisions regarding climate policy funding, which formed the basis of the alleged corruption.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the stringency and enforcement of hunting laws, particularly regarding the management of large predators, aimed at reducing agricultural losses. Furthermore, the structure of control mechanisms for science funding is also a key focus, with the speaker acting as a critical questioner who seeks to prevent political oversight of scientific research.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The legislative focus is on the oversight of government financial decisions and budget execution, as well as demanding accountability. The priority is monitoring the legality and transparency of existing funding schemes (e.g., 2.6 billion euro grants, funds allocated for supporting Ukraine).
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is currently the opposition to the proposed suffrage bill in its present form, specifically demanding the revocation of voting rights for individuals with undetermined citizenship (the so-called "grey passport holders"). More broadly, the priority involves defending the constitution and challenging the legality of e-voting, positioning the party/group as an active opponent to the coalition's initiatives.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus centers on the government's actions and the process of the no-confidence vote against the Prime Minister, with the speaker being a staunch opponent of the direction taken by the government's energy policy. The objective is to change the policy that has resulted in an economic downturn.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on a fundamental overhaul of the existing energy policy and strategy, demanding an end to the preferential treatment of renewable energy and the restoration of a sensible energy policy. Specific legislative bills or amendments are not mentioned; rather, what is demanded is a political shift in direction.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on synchronizing the activities and policies of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with international shifts in values, rather than initiating specific draft legislation. This is a political question presented at the plenary session regarding the activities of the executive branch.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker is demanding that the government present a Plan B to resolve the anomaly in electricity prices during the desynchronization process. He/She sharply criticized the fact that a 2.6 billion euro financial obligation was assumed by the state, agreed upon by three party leaders, before Parliament had passed the relevant laws or made the necessary decisions.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The address centers on ideological and scientific criticism, as well as political confrontation. There is a lack of references to specific legislative priorities, draft legislation, or accomplishments within the Riigikogu.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the proposed car tax bill and the associated registration fee. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent, attempting to discredit the bill's design by claiming it is a "robbery scheme" and that the drafters failed to consider people's livelihoods.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The legislative focus is on repealing existing government policies and mandates, including withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement and the WHO. The objective is to redress the injustice suffered by those harmed due to mandatory vaccination requirements. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current government's direction in energy and social policy.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft Preschool Education Act (third reading), which is considered both a violation of the rights of Estonian children and unconstitutional. The government is also being criticized for concluding an international cooperation agreement without seeking the permission of the Riigikogu.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the law concerning the national special plan, which is considered an instrument that makes the ceding of mineral resources in Estonia particularly easy. The speaker is critical of the law's impact and views it as a threat to the state's interests.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently centered on Draft Bill 419 concerning the Basic Education Act, the second reading of which the speaker's faction proposes to interrupt. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current form of the bill and supports the Isamaa amendments, which would guarantee Estonian children a learning and growth environment in their native language. Excise policy and its impact analysis were also a key focus.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on challenging government actions and international plans (the EU asset register), as well as demanding transparency regarding political decisions (such as freezing doctors' salaries). The speaker requires the government to take a clear stand on protecting constitutional rights. The initiation or support of specific legislative bills is not mentioned.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on challenging the draft Child Protection Act. This draft proposes provisions allowing for the deletion of criminal record data pertaining to pedophiles and granting them the possibility of working with children, provided they receive permission from an official at the Social Insurance Board. The speaker is a vehement opponent of the bill, demanding its outright rejection specifically due to this controversial section.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative priority is restricting suffrage solely to Estonian citizens, supporting the corresponding bill (implicitly 527) and opposing alternative proposals (536). A key focus is also placed on ensuring transparency in the work of the Constitutional Committee and demanding the public disclosure of voting results.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The legislative focus is on oversight and accountability, particularly achieved through the work of the Special Anti-Corruption Committee. A key priority is the thorough scrutiny of financial issues and contracts pertaining to major state projects (Rail Baltic, Nordica), alongside the control of mineral resource management.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus centers on the handling of the 2025 state budget and associated amendments. Priorities include mandating the presentation of expenditure distribution based on economic content, as well as setting limits for ministers and constitutional institutions. The speaker is an active initiator and proponent of amendments, seeking to overturn the committee's decisions.
2024-11-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on challenging the ideological provisions of the spatial design bill. The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of the bill, seeking clarification regarding its scope and the provisions aimed at preventing social segregation, while simultaneously supporting the sections of the bill that reduce bureaucracy.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently directed towards amending a Regulation of the Government of the Republic, specifically to end the funding of elective abortions as a healthcare service covered by the Health Insurance Act. The speaker is a strong supporter of this draft legislation, emphasizing that the current situation is unconstitutional.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the introduction of a reduced VAT rate for foodstuffs, which has been repeatedly proposed and for which support is being urged. A second key focus is the abolition of the car tax. The speaker is a strong proponent of the socio-economic welfare legislation initiated by the opposition.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward supporting and initiating the draft bill for the repeal of the motor vehicle tax act. Furthermore, the necessity of legislative oversight is emphasized, drawing attention to the shortcomings of the original tax law that should have been rectified.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The primary legislative goal is to restrict voting rights in local elections solely to Estonian citizens, a matter for which draft legislation has been repeatedly introduced. The speaker opposes the government's proposal, particularly the part that would enshrine a disloyal solution in the constitution. Also in focus is the requirement to conduct a regional impact analysis before implementing the vocational education reform.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is on high-level political criticism and contesting the government's actions concerning the European Union's major strategic directions (the green transition, the security shift). Specific bills or legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker criticizes the government’s existing projects, such as making substitutes more accessible and pilot training projects for families. He/She demands a shift in policy direction towards ending gender confusion propaganda and climate hysteria, but does not mention specific legislative bills that he/she would initiate.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the ratification of the International Labour Organization’s Convention concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the draft legislation, concentrating on exposing its ideological content (social gender).
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main legislative topics are related to taxation (the bank tax, tax concessions for diplomats, and the elimination of supervision periods) and the transposition of European Union directives concerning corporate reporting obligations (ESG/environmental and social impact). The speaker is predominantly critical of and opposed to these regulations.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on scrutinizing the government's activities through interpellations, positioning himself/herself as a strong opponent and critic. He/She concentrates on highlighting the negative consequences of the government's proposed plans (the import of prisoners, the rise in packaging excise duty) and reforms already implemented (the care reform). He/She does not mention any bills initiated by himself/herself.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus for 2025 is the state budget and the proposed security tax bill. The speaker is a staunch opponent of these drafts, demanding improved transparency in the budget's explanatory memorandum and the completion of an impact assessment for the security tax to properly evaluate its real effect on the economy and national security.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The legislative priority is the opposition to amending Section 2 of the Criminal Records Database Act, specifically regarding the reassessment and potential removal of restrictions on working with children. Attention is also focused on clarifying the scope of the duty of care for child protection officials and defining their right to intervene when a child's welfare is compromised. The speaker is a critical opponent of this draft legislation.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on implementing regulations aimed at curbing the monopolies held by telecommunications firms and on reshaping national investment priorities. The speaker acts primarily as a critic and a challenger, utilizing the mechanism of parliamentary interpellation to compel the government to address the issues surrounding the Via Baltica and road maintenance resources.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is primarily centered on opposition, criticizing the car tax and strongly resisting the ratification of the convention that includes the concept of social gender. Emphasis is placed on the practical and social side effects of the laws, as well as their adherence to traditional values.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The primary focus is on the quality of legislation and constitutional compliance, opposing proposals to restrict the constitutional review of draft legislation. It demands transparency and accountability from the law drafters, and opposes the proposal to keep the identities of the bill drafters confidential.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on the opposition to a bill that would allow for the accelerated establishment of renewable energy projects deemed to be of overriding public interest. The speaker is an active opponent, attempting to demonstrate that the bill conflicts with both the constitution and economic reality.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The main legislative priority is the draft resolution introduced by the faction, which proposes that the government develop legislation aimed at supporting birth rate growth. The speaker is also strongly opposed to the government’s austerity policy and new state fees in higher education, which, in his estimation, drive young people out of the country.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on reducing state budget expenditures and strengthening family policy. He/She initiated a draft amendment to the Family Benefits Act that would eliminate parental benefits for individuals holding temporary residence permits. A second priority is amending the Preschool Institutions Act to lower the maximum limit for kindergarten tuition fees and exempt large families from payment obligations entirely.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The speaker's focus is on demanding oversight and transparency regarding the government's budget decisions, citing reports from the National Audit Office. They are also conducting a detailed analysis of the Ministry of Justice's new proposal (the renting out of prison capacity) to assess its economic and social impact.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
It focuses on holding the government accountable through parliamentary inquiries and criticizing existing policies (education, environment, agriculture). It acts as a strong opponent to government-initiated reforms, such as introducing tuition fees for higher education and restricting the rights of private forest owners.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The focus is on political accountability and the motion of no confidence. There are no direct legislative priorities, but the government is being criticized for its unwillingness to strip Russian and Belarusian citizens of their right to vote, which indicates the importance of this issue on the legislative agenda.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
His primary legislative focus is opposing the motor vehicle tax bill, which he considers deeply flawed. He has submitted 22 amendments aimed at mitigating the negative effects of the tax, such as reducing the registration fee based on the number of children and exempting vehicles older than 20 years from the charge. The speaker opposes the bill, but is actively proposing amendments.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The legislative focus is on opposing government policy, particularly regarding new taxes and budget cuts, and demanding accountability for detrimental decisions. The speaker is an opposition force criticizing current policies (energy, green ideology) and calling for their reversal.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus centers on opposing the proposed car tax bill, highlighting its constitutional incompatibility and procedural flaws. The speaker is acting both as an opponent of the legislation and as a procedural watchdog, criticizing the Riigikogu committees for their failure to guarantee constitutionality.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on processing amendments and calling for a vote. The speaker objects to the committee's proposal, which entirely alters the substance of the draft bill. The priority is defending the original legislative objective.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the motor vehicle tax bill. The speaker is an opponent and the initiator of the motion to suspend the bill's proceedings during the second reading. Furthermore, procedural obstruction is being employed in the Riigikogu chamber by demanding votes on amendments and calling for recesses.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
There is a lack of legislative focus; the speaker is instead engaged in exercising oversight over government activities and demanding accountability during the Riigikogu information session. The priority is ensuring the transparency of the executive branch.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward continuity strategies for essential services and the implementation of the European Union directive. Specifically, inquiries are made regarding detailed risk analysis and the securing of resources for road maintenance, and concern is expressed about the directive's impact on local service providers, particularly in connection with the European Commission's assessment criteria.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus centers on exposing violations of the anti-corruption act and supporting the motion of no confidence. A key issue is also limiting the influence of interest group lobbying and addressing the associated processes, amid fears that these processes could be halted at both the European and Estonian levels.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The legislative focus is aimed at halting major government projects (Rail Baltic, the green transition) and bringing state budget expenditures under control. Furthermore, a concrete plan is being demanded to ensure the country's defense capability and security in the event of a potential military attack.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the bill concerning the abolition of the income tax exemption for pensions, which is viewed as merely the beginning of freezing pensions. More broadly, there is opposition to all coalition bills related to tax increases, such as the car tax and the abolition of the land tax ceiling.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at maintaining the indexing of pensions, regulating the scope of B-category driving licenses, and criticizing the mandatory renovation obligation required to achieve climate goals. Also in focus is the "trans law" being prepared by the Ministry of Social Affairs and the tightening of supervision over nursing homes.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main legislative focus centers on opposing the government's draft bill concerning renewable energy and offshore wind farms. The individual is an active opponent, employing obstructionist tactics: proposing the adjournment of the second reading and repeatedly demanding votes on amendments in order to prolong the legislative process.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on scrutinizing the government's actions and ensuring adherence to the constitutional order, rather than initiating specific legislative bills. They demand the cessation of current policies (such as the promotion of migration and foreign aid) and the resignation of the prime minister, to ensure compliance with the provisions enshrined in the constitution.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
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2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is centered on the vote for a specific amendment and the management of the session's agenda. The speaker is acting as the initiator of procedural steps, calling for a vote and a recess.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing the government's policy (the transition to Estonian-language education, e-exams) and the violation of the constitutional order. Specific new bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned, but reference is made to the failed motion of no confidence against the Minister of Education.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary legislative priority is supporting the draft bill concerning the extension of the Estonian National Opera and advancing its legislative process. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of this bill, with the goal of ensuring the modernization and necessary financing of this cultural object of national importance.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on criticizing the process of transitioning to Estonian-language education, accusing the government of dragging its feet and diluting Estonian schools. The need to ensure that early childhood education is 100% in Estonian is also emphasized, referencing a previous vote against a bill that would have allowed up to 50% instruction in another language.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is procedural, relating to the preparation for the vote on a specific proposal. The Speaker is responsible for the timing and coordination of the legislative process.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
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2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is on amending the Electoral Law to ensure the one hundred percent reliability and constitutionality of e-voting (Section 60). The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft bill, particularly regarding the introduction of m-voting, and submitted amendments (No. 9, No. 40), which were disregarded. The objective is to resolve the task set forth by the Supreme Court: to make the system reliable and verifiable.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the criticism directed at the Ministry of Culture's long-term development strategy (Culture 2035) and the associated funding decisions. The speaker operates as an adversary and critic of the government's plans and policies, highlighting the contradiction between the established goals and the actual implemented policy.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is aimed at shifting infrastructure priorities, demanding the construction of four-lane highways and criticizing the government for pursuing insignificant solutions. The speaker highlights their previous administration's contribution to planning and allocating funding, positioning themselves as the initiator and the creator of these achievements.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on a draft bill that requires an absolute majority of the Riigikogu's membership because it includes financial amendments to the state budget. The speaker is an ardent supporter of this bill, stressing that its financial impact would result solely in savings.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary focus is on opposing the government's legislation and reforms, particularly regarding the school reform and the implementation of inclusive education, which increases the workload for teachers and diminishes the quality of education. Another crucial topic is the application of the law concerning the distortion of marriage within educational institutions, as well as the issue of funding private schools in relation to their compliance with this law.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on a draft bill that addresses the relationship between the Minister of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office, specifically outlining the Minister's supervisory powers. The speaker is critical of the government's intentions in the context of this proposed legislation, viewing it as an attempt to strengthen political control over the justice system.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently aimed at the sharp scrutiny and criticism of the government's activities and its privatization plans (Operail, Nordica, power plants). There is a demand for accountability and a legal investigation into transactions that have caused damage to the state, and questions are also being raised regarding the authority to dispose of state assets.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the enforcement of political accountability and legal proceedings (misdemeanor and criminal proceedings) against politicians, but fails to mention specific bills or legislative priorities. The focus is more on criticizing the implementation of the existing legal system rather than proposing new legislation.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The speaker has initiated a proposal to the Government of the Republic aimed at increasing the Estonian birth rate, but the government refuses to listen. He/She is a strong opponent of the marriage bill pushed through by the government and emphasizes that the opposition also drafts very good legislation.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the proposed car tax bill, highlighting the negative impact it would have on families with children and rural regions. The discussion also addresses the inefficiency of the mobility reform and its failure to adequately assist residents in rural areas.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is active in bill discussions, adopting a critical view of legislation concerning violence against women (which they use as a platform for immigration criticism) and economic issues. They inquire about the financing of costs related to the bills and the opinions of constitutional law experts, generally acting as an opponent or skeptic of the proposed legislation.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on opposing the government’s actions (the write-off and potential liquidation of Eesti Energia assets) and preserving the existing cornerstone of independent energy. The objective is to prevent the state-owned company from being sold off for a pittance.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on challenging draft legislation related to the education strategy (specifically, the closure of rural schools) and the transposition of the Renewable Energy Directive. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on procedural integrity, demanding that the reading of the draft bill be suspended because a crucial stakeholder engagement process was overlooked.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill and scrutinizing government activities through interpellations concerning constitutional rights and the inviolability of private life. The development of social sector bills, such as amendments to the Gender Equality Act and the "trans law," is also being monitored, while maintaining strong opposition to these initiatives.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on two draft bills: the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs and the restriction of suffrage in local elections exclusively to citizens. Furthermore, the speaker's priority is ensuring compliance with the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure, having repeatedly questioned why the board has violated procedural deadlines and stalled the bill's progression to the plenary session.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on demanding adherence to procedural rules and emphasizing political accountability, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislation.
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is aimed at overseeing drug-related deaths and drug policy, specifically through participation in the debate surrounding the formal inquiry. The speaker actively scrutinizes government actions in the realm of social policy.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on expanding the existing bill to investigate the composition of aircraft fuel and its impact on health, incorporating the issue of geoengineering and the dangers posed by atmospheric particulate spraying. The speaker is acting as the initiator of this new line of inquiry.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards amending the Language Act to drastically raise fine rates, and amending the Income Tax Act to increase the tax-free limit for employee compensation for the use of a personal vehicle. The speaker is the initiator of these draft bills and is prepared to submit repeated proposals (45 cents, 42 cents) to achieve the legislative objective.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing the current government policy (tax increases, cuts to family benefits, energy policy) and the actions of the Prime Minister. Specific legislative priorities, draft bills, or achievements are absent, as this constitutes opposition criticism delivered during the parliamentary information session.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary focus is opposing government policies and legislative drafts (such as the car tax and the indirect renovation mandate), which are viewed as restricting freedom. A significant role involves submitting inquiries regarding the underfunding of national infrastructure, demanding that maintenance funding for state roads be restored.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward the work of the Culture Committee and a comprehensive discussion of the fundamentals of education policy. The speaker's role is that of a supportive participant, seeking clarification and engaged in defining the concepts that underpin the policy.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on amending the Income Tax Act towards lowering the tax rate (Bills 103 and 247), thereby making the body the proposer of these bills. Furthermore, attention is being paid to the substantive oversight of draft legislation (control of postal consignments) to prevent conflicts between efficiency and simplification, and to avoid the emergence of corruption.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker is focused on holding the government accountable through parliamentary inquiries regarding the challenges of transitioning to Estonian-language education, immigration policy, and the current state of national defense equipment. They are a staunch opponent of the Rail Baltic project and demand a decision to halt its construction if costs escalate too much.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary legislative priority is Draft Law 87, which amends the Value Added Tax Act and aims to reduce the standard VAT rate. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of the bill, stressing its conformity with European Union law and noting the lengthy time it has spent in procedure.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is on opposing the government's tax plans (the car tax and the property tax). Furthermore, adherence to the Riigikogu's procedural rules is emphasized, especially the requirement regarding the use of the Estonian language, and the failure of committees to process petitions is being criticized.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The primary legislative focus is opposition to the Marriage Equality Act and the National Special Planning Act, which disregards the views of local residents. Another important priority is raising the issue of closing rural schools at the government level, concerning which an official inquiry has been submitted to the Minister of Education and Research.