By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme
Total Sessions: 143
Fully Profiled: 143
2025-11-11
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently on supporting the closure of the eastern border, even though it is widely considered a partial solution. The speaker is a strong supporter of EKRE's earlier proposal to close the border immediately and is the proponent of the motion to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention.
2025-11-10
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently on scrutinizing the government via parliamentary inquiries, particularly those related to the investigation of security incidents and proposed legislation concerning military missions. The speaker criticizes the government for putting the Riigikogu (Parliament) in an impossible position when deciding on the deployment of combat units, demanding respect for parliamentary sovereignty. Previous work on the border construction budget and procurement issues is also mentioned.
2025-11-06
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus centers on the necessity of amending the election law and procedural norms to guarantee the possibility of challenging e-voting results. The speaker is an intense opponent of the current legal framework, which prevents the use of legal remedies.
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing a specific bill or agreement, demanding its immediate withdrawal. Furthermore, attention is focused on improving the operations of the Ministry of Justice to ensure the isolation of those convicted in court and to prevent legal blunders that threaten public safety.
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The speaker references the processing of the camera legislation, but the primary focus is on demanding accountability and readiness from the government, based on the conclusions of existing national defense and civil protection reports. He/She is critical of the current procedures (the rules for supplementary questions).
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative focus is on obstructing the proceedings of the bill concerning the reception of prisoners from foreign countries. The party acts as an opponent of the bill and initiates a proposal to suspend the first reading, citing the absence of necessary security analyses and documentation. It demands that the opportunity to submit amendments be guaranteed through the provision of accessible documents.
2025-11-03
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing social welfare bills that offer only temporary relief—"sticking a plaster on the wound"—instead of providing systemic treatment. We support Lauri Laats' initiative aimed at improving the situation of the elderly, but the primary priority remains changing the government to achieve a systemic overhaul of spending and social policy.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The main political priority is the creation and equipping of a crisis reserve with 3,000 men to neutralize domestic threats. The speaker was the initiator of this measure in the previous government and is currently critical of the fact that the current government has not created this reserve.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and political decisions (border construction, procurements, security policy), rather than highlighting specific draft legislation or legislative work. He/She sharply criticizes the government's intentions to channel billions of euros into wind farms and a defense industry park.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is on the deliberation of the state budget and the correct execution of its first reading, emphasizing adherence to parliamentary procedural rules.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently aimed at opposing a specific bill regarding the car tax and related relief measures. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, focusing on its unfairness and demanding the tax be abolished, while also criticizing the procedural flaws in the handling of the draft legislation.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus centers on opposing the specific Rail Baltic bill, the rejection of which the speaker supports. The speaker criticizes how the bill was prepared, citing an insufficient analysis of both environmental impacts and the prudent use of natural resources (sand, gravel, cement).
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
There isn't enough data.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the issues surrounding the implementation of legislation, criticizing the replacement of laws with comments from officials, which he considers to be trampling the law underfoot. The main emphasis is on defending the rights and established practices of Riigikogu members concerning the use of expense reimbursements.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
Legislative focus is currently centered on the demand made to the Minister of Rural Affairs to submit proposals to the government for declaring a state of emergency in agriculture and for developing corresponding financial support packages. Mapping environmental and security threats (pollution, invasive species) and developing elimination measures are also priorities.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus concerns the organization of the Riigikogu’s work (opposition to pressuring the minister to remove the "uhu-conference") and the rules governing local elections. The speaker opposes residency restrictions in the context of the "two-chair law," calling them "relics of the feudal age."
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on scrutinizing the government's actions and demanding accountability, rather than initiating new legislation. The intention to draft a bill concerning the conscription of women is mentioned, but this comes up in the context of criticizing the government's secrecy. The speaker stresses the necessity of implementing existing defense and border security decisions—decisions the government has failed to execute over the past five years.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on market surveillance and ensuring food quality, particularly regarding the import and adulteration of honey. A probing question is raised to assess the scale of the problem and mitigate the competitive threat.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary focus centered on challenging violations of procedural rules and internal regulations, and demanding the removal of draft legislation from the agenda. As substantive priorities, an inquiry was submitted regarding the impact of the car tax, along with a proposal to abolish the security tax. Additionally, the draft legislation on fulfilling international obligations (peace missions) was required to be rephrased because it contained inadequate information (specifically, regarding the post-conflict situation).
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The legislative focus is on addressing the flaws in e-voting and reforming the electoral law, demanding the coalition present relevant initiatives, citing the Supreme Court ruling. They also demand swift action to lift restrictions on agricultural activities carried out by individual households. The speaker is the one advocating for the initiation of this critical reform.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the environmental draft bill regarding waste sorting. The speaker is demanding the withdrawal of the bill and the differentiation of its provisions to account for the needs and obligations of various population groups.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is more on demanding political control and accountability from the executive branch, rather than initiating new laws. Ministerial intervention in the work of the prosecutor's office is being demanded during the investigation of the Pihlakodu and Lehtme cases, stressing that this is the necessary political oversight that must exist. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current prison lease agreement.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed at opposing a specific, unnamed bill, emphasizing the illegitimacy of its adoption due to unlawful procedure. The speaker positions themselves as an adversary of procedural norm violations and demands the annulment of the bill.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The primary focus is on opposing policies and agreements initiated or supported by the government. Specifically, opposition is directed at the prisoner transfer agreement concluded with Sweden and the introduction of national special spatial plans that restrict the rights of local municipalities concerning detailed planning. The speaker is clearly acting in the role of an opponent.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is establishing civilian control over the security agencies, which he deems insufficient and which needs to be addressed through legislation. He stresses the necessity of following the example set by the legislation of "more substantial, more developed" countries and implementing it in Estonia by means of political will.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the dissolution of the ERJK and the transfer of its functions to the National Audit Office, supporting the opposition's corresponding draft legislation. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current regulations governing the construction of wind farms, which disregard local interests and environmental safety.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The main political priority is crisis preparedness and food security. A specific proposal is to consider, under certain conditions, suspending EU restrictions and other bureaucracy to allow small-scale production to alleviate a potential food crisis. The speaker also refers to a previous achievement in launching the Reserves Agency.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is on opposing enacted bills, especially those related to social issues or sustainability reports. The speaker intends to personally launch a campaign of legislative bills, the goal of which is Estonia's withdrawal from the European Union.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The focus is on the political correctness of international maritime law and the implementation of sanctions, rather than initiating or supporting new legislation. There are no legislative priorities.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is currently on an interpellation demanding answers from the government regarding concrete investments aimed at halting the population decline in rural areas. The speaker highlights the achievements of their former administration, specifically launching border construction and funding crucial infrastructure projects (like the Tartu Highway), contrasting these successes with the current government's inaction.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The primary legislative focus centers on opposing the draft bill regarding support for an aggressor state. This opposition demands clear and unequivocal wording to prevent the legislation from being misused against other parties. Furthermore, the procedural and ethical aspects of appointing members to state councils are being disputed, with accusations that the coalition is installing propagandists into these positions.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on opposing a specific bill, which is being presented as an insufficient guarantee of stability and which funnels money from the state budget to beneficiaries of a "racket." The speaker is a fierce opponent whose objective is to expose and resist this legislative action.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
Not enough data
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on demanding transparency and accountability regarding existing energy projects (wind turbines) and infrastructure (Rail Baltic). Specifically, there is a demand for the accuracy and adequacy of disposal plans and health studies. Specific legislative priorities, such as the initiation of draft bills, are not apparent.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing a specific bill—the one concerning the reporting of sanctions evasion. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill and proposes halting its second reading.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is amending the election law, which involves demanding the complete abolition of e-voting and implementing only paper ballots. The speaker is a fierce opponent of the current system and supports radical legislative reform.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on legally opposing a specific "populist bill" and calls for recognizing a referendum as the superior method. He is against the initiative and supports utilizing the mechanism of direct democracy.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative priority is the abolition of the car tax, and a joint vote is being called for to achieve this. The speaker positions himself as an opponent of the imposed tax and is dealing with a "life decision," not a "death decision."
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is opposition to the government's tax package (including the car tax and increased VAT rates). The speaker positions themselves as a strong opponent of the government's fiscal policy initiatives, stressing how unpopular they are among the public.
2025-04-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main political priority is establishing civilian control over Estonia’s special services to prevent them from interfering in politics and conducting information operations. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current situation and demands that the minister make establishing control over our own special services the primary task.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
He calls for concrete political and legislative steps to completely seal the eastern border and restore a militarized border guard. He is a strong opponent of the government's plans to increase the quota for importing foreign labor, viewing this as the destruction of the nation-state.
2025-03-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on opposing a specific bill (likely the transposition of the Whistleblowers Directive), which is regarded as a means of imposing censorship and control. The faction intends to propose a motion to terminate the debate on the draft law.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is aimed at correcting the unequal competitive conditions within the energy sector, specifically where current policy favors renewable energy over fossil fuels. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the prevailing ideological policy and is striving to achieve a correction in order to restore rational and efficient energy production.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the consideration of a specific sanctions bill, deeming it obsolete. A key priority is clarifying the scope of the bill to determine whether it applies only to Russia and Belarus or also to other sanctioned countries.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and demanding its resignation, rather than initiating new legislation. The Speaker is active in parliamentary oversight, citing Monday's interpellation regarding demography, for which the government failed to provide a satisfactory vision.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the opposition to the bill regulating immigration, regarding which a specific impact analysis on the net migration balance is being demanded. Support is given to bills that would introduce referendums and public consultations in Estonia, while the creation of new control instruments (such as the ERJK's right of investigation) is opposed, as these are considered undemocratic.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is primarily focused on opposing existing government policies and laws, demanding their repeal (such as the car tax, funding for Russian-language media, and school closures). No specific new legislation or amendments that they would personally support or initiate were mentioned.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the themes of the state of emergency and mandatory vaccination, acting as a strong opponent of the existing policies and restrictions. Specific bills or legislative priorities are not named, but the need to address the issue of mandatory vaccination is emphasized.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The primary legislative focus is on strengthening government accountability and parliamentary oversight, specifically to compel ministers and officials to attend committee hearings and present necessary materials. The speaker vigorously supports this corresponding draft legislation, which he claims is non-partisan, but which the government has rejected.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The legislative focus is directed towards amending regulations concerning state expenditures and aid to Ukraine, requiring that the cessation of subsidies be formalized in the new coalition agreement. It is also stressed that tax cuts necessitate the introduction of new draft bills and time.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is supporting the bill to form an investigative committee aimed at clarifying the circumstances surrounding the bankruptcy of Estonian Air and Nordica, as well as the disappearance of the funds. The speaker is a strong proponent of this initiative, demanding full transparency and accountability.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main emphasis is placed on government accountability and oversight, requiring ministers to provide exhaustive answers to members of parliament. The speaker demands that ministers be obligated to report to the special anti-corruption committee and the State Budget Control Committee. This demonstrates a strong focus on legislative oversight and the enforcement of procedural rules.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is supporting the bill concerning the compensation and prevention of damages caused by predators, which is viewed as a proactive measure to resolve the situation. The speaker is a strong supporter of this initiative and sharply criticizes the coalition's decision to reject it.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The focus is on demanding political accountability and questioning the rationality of the government's policy (defense and energy priorities). Specific legislative bills or amendments are not mentioned; instead, demands are made for an investigation to be launched and for resignations.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is ensuring the defeat of two specific bills: the amendment to the Law on Churches and Congregations, and the proposed changes to constitutional voting rights. The speaker vehemently opposes these bills, stressing that they are unconstitutional and catastrophic, and warns against political backroom deals aimed at pushing them through.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is critical: He/She opposes the ideological bill concerning churches, viewing it as posing a security threat. He/She supports the general direction of the security-related bill but criticizes its inadequacy, demanding immediate procurements and political will (e.g., ordering a border patrol vessel, underwater surveillance systems). He/She emphasizes that the bill alone is insufficient; action is required.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the draft amendment to the Churches and Congregations Act, which is undergoing its first reading. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, stressing that its passage constitutes the most direct security threat to Estonia, and demanding that its legislative process be halted immediately.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary focus is on controlling the executive branch, actively supporting the motion of no confidence against the Prime Minister. A significant legislative concern involves the government's actions, which channeled 2.6 billion euros into the wind energy sector without a mandate from the Riigikogu, underscoring the necessity of legislative oversight.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speech focuses on political accountability, electoral integrity, and issues concerning democratic standards, but makes no reference to specific bills, proposed amendments, or legislative priorities.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on criticizing drafts and restrictions that regulate agriculture (for example, the ban on caged hens). The speaker acts as an opponent who questions the economic viability of these regulations and demands that investments necessary for the country's survival be prioritized.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Legislative focus is currently aimed at criticizing the government's inaction and demanding the swift implementation of concrete defense and energy policy plans. They are demanding that existing analyses (specifically, the helicopter capability analysis) be located and that decisions be made regarding the expansion and modernization of the helicopter fleet, alongside the submission of an operational plan for the gas power plant.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is increasing transparency and accountability in state institutions, categorically demanding an end to the use of the "AK" (for official use) designation. The speaker criticizes the procedural decision by the Riigikogu committee to reject the draft bill and demands that the government respond to Parliament's initiatives by submitting legislative amendments.
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
Reference is made to the recent decision by the Riigikogu, which confirmed a "blank check" in the context of missions, and clarification is being sought as to whether this authorization might be used to deploy troops to Ukraine. Consequently, the existing legislative framework is being employed to restrict the government's activities and demand explanations.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary focus is the opposition to the draft legislation concerning the deployment of Estonian defense forces personnel to foreign missions (Lebanon, Syria, Israel), as well as the bills proposing an excise tax hike. Ensuring constitutionality is also a key priority, supporting the position that the mission bills are in conflict with the constitution because they function as blank checks.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on the oversight and scrutiny of the government's action plans and the crisis plans of the Ministry of the Interior. The speaker functions more as an overseer and interrogator, demanding answers regarding the seriousness and viability of the existing plans, rather than presenting specific draft laws.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is a vocal opponent of the child protection bill currently under discussion, attempting to block it and criticizing the procedural injustice of how it is being pushed through. He demands that lawmaking strictly adhere to the verbatim text of the Constitution and the rules of procedure, rather than relying on annotated editions compiled by officials.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on regulating suffrage in local elections, with the speaker acting as a strong opponent of the coalition’s draft bill, contending that it generates legal confusion. The speaker defends their own submitted bill, which would establish the right to vote entirely unambiguously only for citizens of the Republic of Estonia, viewing this as the legally clearer solution.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
Legislative attention is currently focused on opposing a government-initiated constitutional amendment regarding the voting rights of non-citizens. The speaker is a fierce opponent of this specific bill, accusing its initiators of acting in the interests of the Kremlin.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The primary legislative focus is opposing the draft state budget due to its lack of transparency and the risk of corruption. A second priority is highlighting violations of the Riigikogu procedural rules, including the failure to process amendments and the practice of bundling them together, which is considered a breach of established traditions and laws.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The primary legislative focus is centered on opposing the government’s proposed Hate Speech Act and demanding that it be taken off the agenda. Opposition to the law is justified both by the need to protect freedom of speech and the necessity of preserving US security guarantees.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker is acting as a proponent, defending the draft bill introduced by Varro Vooglaid (likely related to pro-life issues or family policy) against criticism from the coalition. The focus is on defending the ethical and moral justification of the bill, rather than the technical details.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on opposing the proposed legislative amendments concerning the restriction of voting rights for Russian citizens in local elections. Another priority is raising awareness about the threat of closing manor schools and requesting information on the government's actions to preserve these buildings and educational centers.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
No data available.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
There is a lack of legislative focus; the emphasis is instead placed on administrative oversight, and inquiries are made regarding the existence and effectiveness of a regularly operating inter-ministerial working group.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The primary focus is on adherence to the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure (procedural criticism aimed at Toomas Kivimägi) and the issue of ministers' fitness for office. Specific bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned; the discussion centers instead on political culture.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on scrutinizing the government's actions and demanding accountability, rather than initiating new legislation. Legislative priorities are aimed at the executive branch's activities, specifically changing the strategy for aiding Ukraine and utilizing diplomatic channels to facilitate the return of men currently residing here.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is challenging a specific draft bill and inquiring about its implementation details. Of particular interest is the competence of businesses to provide environmental assessments and the accounting treatment thereof.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and incompetence through parliamentary inquiries, demanding clarity regarding the mandate and feedback of international consultations. Specific legislative priorities are lacking, but government initiatives (e.g., the use of prisons for foreign prisoners) and tax policy are being opposed.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is the sharp criticism and rejection of the draft state budget presented by the government, deeming it substandard and incomprehensible. Also under focus are the introduction of a security tax and the optimization of police infrastructure. The speaker acts as a staunch opponent and procedural critic of the government's legislative proposals.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The primary legislative focus is ensuring compliance with the Riigikogu's procedural rules, specifically by requiring the Speaker to call the acting Prime Minister to order to elicit substantive responses. The objective is to improve the conduct of sessions and guarantee that questions posed by members of parliament are answered.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards challenging the excise duties (fuel and alcohol excise) and holding the government accountable. The speaker demands clarification as to why the revenue from previously established fuel excises is not allocated to road construction and maintenance, thereby making him a strong opponent of the current tax policy.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is currently on establishing the Special Committee on the Population Crisis, a measure the speaker strongly endorses. The committee’s objective is to gather scientific analysis and data necessary for policy development, and to ensure the Riigikogu’s participation in state budget planning aimed at resolving the population crisis.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is currently on amending the Riigikogu's procedures and organization of work. The speaker calls upon the Board and the Council of Elders to consider a format change to ensure that both the public and members of the Riigikogu receive adequate responses.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the bill concerning the relocation of the embassy to Jerusalem, a measure the speaker strongly supports and champions. He urges his colleagues to support this legislation, stressing the moral, legal, and cultural significance of this action.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is a staunch opponent of the specific draft bill (likely concerning renewable energy and the public interest). They focus on the procedural deficiencies in the legislation, demanding a precise definition of the public interest and criticizing the bypassing of required analyses, including environmental assessments.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on monitoring compliance with and interpretation of the constitution, as well as demanding accountability from institutions. There is no mention of initiating or supporting specific new legislative bills; instead, the emphasis is on protecting the existing legal order.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is currently on supporting a specific, unnamed draft bill, the purpose of which is to ensure Estonians have the opportunity to govern their own country. The speaker is a strong proponent of this initiative and sharply criticizes the coalition's opposition to the bill.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The legislative focus centers on criticizing the implementation and interpretation of existing legal acts (specifically, the Public Order Act, § 1511). The speaker opposes the government's interpretation, which was used to justify the monument's removal, and demands strict adherence to the law, particularly concerning prohibited symbols.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on challenging government policies and regulations concerning forestry, the peat industry, and agriculture (specifically regarding damage caused by birds). The speaker participates by submitting parliamentary inquiries to criticize and demand policy changes, serving as a strong representative of the opposition.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The primary focus is on parliamentary procedures and ethics, safeguarding the opposition's right and duty to initiate motions of no confidence to verify the sincerity of a minister's oath of office. This is a procedural focus that emphasizes the opposition's role as a guardian of the constitutional order.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The legislative focus is directed more towards the oversight of the law-making process rather than the specific content of the draft bill. It is paramount to ensure constitutionality and impose sanctions against the Riigikogu Board for violating the rules of procedure and internal order.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is on the strong opposition surrounding the currently debated bill (the car tax), which is now in the Riigikogu for its second and third readings. The speaker is an active opponent attempting to present logical arguments against this "criminal" piece of legislation, emphasizing its devastating impact on the nation.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The legislative focus centers on procedural accuracy during the transition of government. In particular, emphasis is placed on the necessity of adhering to the rules of procedure and the Election Act concerning the relinquishing of Riigikogu mandates by ministers and the subsequent replacement by substitute members.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary legislative focus is on challenging the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and demanding a review of its constitutionality. The speaker opposes the law and is demanding concrete steps from the Constitutional Committee to send the Act to the Supreme Court for expert review.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed at opposing the car tax and criticizing the supplementary budget procedure. A clear stance is also being demanded from the Supreme Court regarding the unconstitutionality of e-elections, in order to compel the Riigikogu (Parliament) to resolve inconsistencies. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bills initiated by the government.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the government-initiated car tax, which is considered illegal and hostile to the public. Opposition is also being expressed toward the government's environmental conservation initiatives, which are being dubbed "sanctimonious nature saving." The speaker is a vocal critic of the government's proposals.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is directed toward the procedural side of handling the draft bill, particularly the discussions and voting results that took place in the committee. The priority is to ascertain who opposed the specific draft bill, thereby emphasizing procedural transparency.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main focus is on the finance and budget bill, which the speaker refers to as the "chaos bill" and "a sleight of hand," since it offers only a mere handful of relief. The speaker is fundamentally opposed to the bill, although they admit the opposition is compelled to support it to avoid a political attack. Clear regulation is demanded regarding the distribution of costs and revenues for energy projects.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently on monitoring the progress of key security initiatives (such as the restoration of the militarized border guard and the establishment of a crisis reserve). Furthermore, there is a strong emphasis on the requirement for strict adherence to the Riigikogu’s (Estonian Parliament's) rules of procedure, alongside criticism directed at the actions of the presiding officer.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards improving existing systems (traffic surveillance, inspection of nursing homes) and demanding political accountability. The speaker is demanding active intervention and a massive awareness campaign from the government regarding the risks associated with abortion, while criticizing the ministers' inaction following long-standing inquiries.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is procedural, centering on a proposal to remove the opposition party from the plenary session. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned; the emphasis is on the organization of parliamentary work.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the adoption of the specific bill and highlighting the illegality of the procedure used for its passage. The speaker acts as a procedural watchdog, warning that the adopted bill will be repudiated in the future, while emphasizing the priority of adhering to the rules of procedure and internal regulations.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is not enough data.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is directed toward opposing the government's social policy and measures concerning pension entitlements. The speaker acts as an opponent of the policy, which allegedly strips the elderly of their earned privileges and leads them into financial hardship.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on demanding changes to existing policies (abortion funding) and restricting the activities of institutions (the Bank of Estonia) in line with their original mandate. Specific legislative initiatives or bills were not mentioned in the speeches.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main legislative focus is the opposition to expanding the regulation of e-voting (including m-voting) and the demand that the legislator precisely detail the election procedures in the law. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill under consideration, as it makes the system even more vague, uncontrollable, and unconstitutional.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There isn't enough data.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is on criticizing the government's inaction and the defunding of the road construction sector, a sector that has been neglected for decades during the Reform Party's time in power. Specific bills or initiatives are not mentioned; instead, the speaker positions themselves as a strong opponent of the government's destructive policies.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards draft legislation that would terminate the use of the Russian language on the websites of Estonian state institutions, with the group acting as either the initiator or a strong supporter of these measures. Furthermore, the decisions made by the Riigikogu Board regarding the voting requirements for the submitted bills (specifically, the 51-vote requirement) are being criticized and deemed unlawful.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at challenging the procedure and result of the election of the Riigikogu Board. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the chosen solution, rather than primarily as the initiator of specific draft legislation.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward procedural transparency and structural reform. The speaker demands clarification regarding the Ministry of Justice's oversight and advocates for the idea that judges and prosecutors should be elected by the people.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently directed at revoking the right to vote for third-country nationals in local elections, and a corresponding draft bill has been submitted. Furthermore, there is a proposal to mobilize Ukrainian men residing in Estonia into a local foreign legion, a measure that would necessitate government-level decisions or legislative amendments.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary focus is on opposing and criticizing government policies and legislative initiatives (such as the sugar tax). Key issues include regulating immigration (the repatriation of those granted international protection) and overseeing police activity (the bas-relief incident). The speaker acts primarily as a critic and opponent, rather than an initiator.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main legislative priorities are either suspending the e-voting system or bringing it into compliance with the constitution, and abolishing the expense accounts for the Riigikogu. The speaker is acting as the initiator (on behalf of the EKRE faction) in submitting the expense compensation bill and supporting the e-voting bill, both of which are intended to change the current order.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at eliminating legal ambiguity arising from vaguely worded statutes, which creates opportunities for corrupt case management. The speaker is a critic who emphasizes the need for reform, calling for increased legal certainty.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is currently on reforming tax policy, specifically demanding a reduction in the VAT rate for pharmaceuticals and opposing the taxation of pensions. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the necessity of establishing new state financing schemes aimed at improving housing affordability. The "two chairs law" (referring to holding dual mandates) is also brought up in relation to cooperation possibilities between members of local government (KOV) and the Riigikogu (Parliament).
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is aimed at limiting the government's authority to deploy troops on foreign missions. The speaker sharply criticizes the "blank check" previously pushed through by the coalition, which allows the government to send up to 100 personnel on a mission following a perfunctory vote in the Riigikogu.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on opposing government initiatives, particularly the car tax that imposes forced choices regarding vehicles and introduces registration fees. He positions himself as a defender of citizens' freedoms against government overregulation.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently directed at amending the local elections law to restrict the voting rights of third-country nationals, as well as supporting the draft bill to ban burqas and niqabs. The Speaker is critical of the partial solutions proposed by the coalition (e.g., revoking suffrage only from Russian/Belarusian citizens) and demands a comprehensive approach covering all dangerous countries.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on criticizing the government's decisions and demanding that the government find a positive solution (regarding the Metsküla school issue). It is mentioned that the opposition submits alternative proposals and draft legislation, which are subsequently rejected by the coalition, positioning the speaker as being against the government's inaction.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently directed at reforming education policy, specifically demanding the preservation of rural schools and the cessation of centralization. Furthermore, the speaker is addressing the transposition of energy directives, raising doubts about their practical outcome in terms of energy independence. Procedurally, attention is concentrated on regulating the communication style of the Riigikogu Board.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on opposing government bills, particularly the proposed car tax. The speaker criticizes the bill's design, arguing that it has achieved the opposite effect, triggering a boom in the purchase of powerful diesel cars as people rush to avoid the registration tax. Furthermore, the government is criticized for its failure to address substantive issues raised by the opposition.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative priority is the establishment of a comprehensive air ambulance (medevac) helicopter service and evacuation capability in Estonia, which would include new bases and equipment. The second focus is lowering the VAT on agricultural products (a 5% proposal) to mitigate the decline in consumption and support food security. The speaker is actively opposed to the government’s tax hikes.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing the government's inaction and demanding specific political decisions, particularly regarding restricting immigration and ensuring internal security (including addressing GRU agents). A procedural question was also raised concerning the process for filing complaints.
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on maintaining the existing strict drug policy, opposing any form of relaxation (e.g., concerning cannabis). The priority is improving the effectiveness of border control and enhancing inter-ministerial cooperation in law enforcement and healthcare.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Legislative focus is currently directed towards criticizing the process, largely because a significant portion of Parliament's (Riigikogu's) draft legislation involves the transposition of EU directives. The speaker is a strong opponent of this mandatory legislative stream and is seeking a solution to reduce the administrative burden.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's proposed legislative changes, especially the tax reform and cuts to the school network. The government is being called upon to provide a concrete vision and program for addressing regional concerns, including the construction of the Haapsalu–Tallinn railway.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The Speaker is an active initiator or supporter of legislation aimed at streamlining higher education policy on a national level, specifically by introducing concrete percentage requirements for the funding of national studies. Furthermore, attention is focused on tax reform legislation (amendments to income tax and VAT) and a bill that seeks to highlight the arbitrary actions and politicization of the Prosecutor's Office.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker demands legislative initiatives from the government and the imposition of a ban on conducting business to prevent the violation of sanctions. He supports the work of the special anti-corruption commission and transparency, rejecting the use of trade secrets to conceal information.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is on opposing the government's policies and planned measures (tax hikes, Rail Baltic, hiring of officials), with demands for their cancellation. Defense spending is supported, but the government is required to make decisions that support the economy in the energy sector. There are no specific new legislative initiatives; the focus remains on criticizing existing policy.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is procedural (the correction of the voting result) and related to the issue of supporting the candidate. The speaker's role is to clarify and draw attention to the procedural rules.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the government's action plans and building strategic capability, rather than specific legislative bills or amendments. The main priority is self-sufficiency, establishing a repair and maintenance depot for weapon systems, and ensuring the capacity for ammunition production.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing government policy, especially regarding the mandatory housing renovation requirement, which is seen as a restriction of freedom. Infrastructure deficiencies are also criticized, emphasizing the need to build out Via Baltica and four-lane highways, and demanding accountability for road safety.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards the need to create a comprehensive and effective regional policy that would ensure the preservation of employment and habitation in rural areas. Clarity is also being demanded regarding the specifics of funding for community centers (whether through per capita funding or other budgetary solutions). The speaker opposes the current policy of optimizing the school network.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on procedural rules regarding the inspection and security of parcel shipments. The speaker opposes the current invasive methods and proposes a specific amendment that includes X-ray screening and mandatory notification that the inspection has taken place.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
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2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
There is no legislative focus; the emphasis is on the parliamentary oversight and holding existing law enforcement agencies accountable for their activities. The context of the discussion is a question following an interpellation, which is an act of oversight, not lawmaking.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker's priorities include the comprehensive development of defense capabilities, specifically withdrawing from the Ottawa Convention to allow for the use of minefields. The focus is also on revoking the voting rights and gun ownership rights of citizens of the aggressor state. The primary role involves opposing and criticizing current government policies (education reform, Rail Baltic, and the slow pace of defense procurements).
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on questioning the economic impact and rationale behind the government's proposed tax increases (VAT and income tax). The speaker is acting as an opposition critic, demanding a precise calculation of the costs associated with implementing these new tax laws.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
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