By Agendas: Annely Akkermann

Total Agendas: 142

Fully Profiled: 142

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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2025 State Supplementary Budget (733 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is neutral and procedural, focusing on advancing the proceedings of the supplementary budget bill (733 SE). The speaker’s role is the objective reporting of the work and decisions of the Finance Committee (e.g., concluding the first reading) to the plenary session. No personal viewpoint regarding the content of the budget will be expressed.
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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (625 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance involves strong opposition to Draft Bill 625 SE, which proposes expanding motor vehicle tax exemptions for persons with disabilities. This opposition is policy-driven, stressing the position of the Government of the Republic and constitutional arguments that mandate the equal treatment of all individuals. An alternative solution is favored: raising social benefits by 9.1 million euros, representing a significant portion of the total tax collected.
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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance strongly backs the government's fiscal policy, emphasizing that the borrowed funds (1.6 billion) are being channeled into investments and defense expenditures, rather than being used to cover running costs. This position is results-oriented, focusing on concrete financial metrics and exceeding the NATO 2% standard. The speaker defends the government's decision to take out the loan and ensures its targeted application.
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2025-10-08
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is strongly supportive of the government's 2026 state budget, emphasizing the robust growth of defense spending (over 5% of GDP) and the reduction of income tax. The framing of the budget is politically motivated, citing the fulfillment of the Reform Party's election promises and fiscal correctness, contrasting with the previous expansion of the deficit. The main keywords are the rise in defense spending and the drop in the tax burden.
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2025-10-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 677 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on the rapid and consensual alignment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Law with the Constitution, based on the proposals made by the Chancellor of Justice. There is strong support for the adoption of Draft Bill 677 SE to resolve the most immediate constitutional violation and ensure that amendments are in place before the second tax notice is issued. The speaker presents their positions based on policy and results, emphasizing the necessity of moving forward at an appropriate pace.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is moderately supportive of the draft amendment to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE), which provides automatic tax relief for families with children. The focus is on the implementation of the policy, emphasizing the timely completion of IT solutions and the automatic application of the measure. Furthermore, the aspects of social and gender inequality that were raised during the committee discussion are being addressed as part of a compromise.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The speaker supports the independence of the Financial Supervision Authority (FSA) and expresses skepticism regarding the proposal by entrepreneurs and the banking association to merge the FSA with the Bank of Estonia. The stance is cautious and analytical, emphasizing the distinct characteristics of the two organizations.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker primarily focuses on addressing institutional and administrative matters, advocating for the establishment of greater budgetary autonomy for constitutional institutions and ensuring the protection of the fundamental right to property concerning the motor vehicle tax. This stance is distinctly pro-reform, aimed at improving the system and eliminating legal inconsistencies.
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2025-06-19
Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of retaining the motor vehicle tax law, supporting the government's position and recommending that the bill be rejected during the first reading. The position is firm and uncompromising, although the justifications remain superficial.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (666 SE) for terminating the agreement for the avoidance of double taxation of income tax and the prevention of tax evasion between the Republic of Estonia and the Republic of Belarus - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The Speaker clearly supports the termination of the income tax treaty between Estonia and Belarus, which has been in effect since 1998. The position is firm and decisive, without noticeable objections or hesitation.
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2025-06-18
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports local government autonomy, particularly concerning kindergarten fees, arguing that the Riigikogu should not interfere with municipalities' budgetary decisions. He sharply opposes the creation of permanent expenditures through a supplementary budget, justifying this stance by the resulting increase in the taxpayer burden. Furthermore, the speaker defends the Reform Party's financial policy, highlighting Estonia's A+ rating and the tax system recognized by the OECD.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (645 SE) for the third reading amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income, the Income Tax Act, and declaring the Security Levy Act invalid.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the tax amendments initiated by the government, particularly highlighting the exemption of the 2% income tax increase for low-income individuals and pensioners. They position themselves as a proponent of social democratic policy, arguing that the draft legislation should be "entirely agreeable" to social democrats. They stress that Estonia will remain a country with a relatively low tax burden compared to the EU average and the Nordic countries.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the funding of comprehensive national defense, emphasizing its priority given the current security situation. He expresses clear opposition to the Social Democrats' proposals to reduce the government reserve in favor of social expenditures, justifying this stance by the necessity of avoiding the creation of permanent costs through a supplementary budget. Furthermore, he supports the autonomy of local governments regarding kindergarten placement fees, rejecting state intervention in this matter.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The speaker focuses on the modernization of the legal system and issues related to financial supervision. They support the establishment of a Financial Ombudsman institution as a statutory solution for pre-trial dispute resolution. The speaker expresses moderate concern regarding the rapid development of digital business and the legal system's ability to adapt.
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2025-06-09
Draft law (666 SE) for terminating the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Republic of Belarus for the avoidance of double taxation of income and the prevention of tax evasion – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the implementation of sanctions against Belarus in the tax sector, emphasizing the need to terminate the double taxation avoidance agreement with Belarus. This position is clearly sanction-based and follows the example of other Baltic states, demonstrating a coordinated approach in the regional context.
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2025-05-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker takes a clear stance against lowering the VAT, strongly arguing that a 2% reduction in VAT would not be passed on to consumer prices but would instead be absorbed into corporate profits. He/She supports the current tax system, emphasizing that the 654-euro tax-free minimum already provides support for low-wage earners. This position is firm and well-reasoned, based on both theoretical arguments and practical experience as an entrepreneur.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (597 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker strongly supports improving the situation of pensioners and criticizes the impact of the Isamaa party's tax hump (or tax bracket distortion) on working retirees. They express clear support for the Reform Party's tax policy, particularly the changes implemented by Kaja Kallas's government, which resulted in pensioners having 100 million euros more disposable income. The overall stance is clearly socially oriented and pro-government.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker supports the government’s new tax strategy, under which the security tax will be abandoned, and instead, income tax and VAT will be raised to 24%. They justify this by citing geopolitical changes, particularly the change in the US presidency and the necessity of increasing NATO defense expenditures. They emphasize that the tax holiday is over, but the country must respond to the changed international situation.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia’s Government to submit a negative supplementary budget bill to reduce administrative expenses in 2025" (608 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports cutting government spending and increasing budget transparency. They emphasize the necessity of keeping costs under control and having a clearer state budget. The position is clearly fiscally conservative, focusing on cost cutting and budgetary discipline.
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2025-05-07
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a distinctly environmentally friendly position, strongly supporting the use of renewable energy (solar and wind power) and sharply criticizing the oil shale energy sector. He/She stresses that solar and wind are "eternal" energy sources, even citing the Bible to bolster the argument. This position is value-driven, merging environmental protection with religious references.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly advocates for increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP and supports the corresponding rise in the tax burden required to achieve this, stressing that life cannot flourish without peace and security. The speaker also favors implementing the Estonia 2035 strategy via stable and transparent fiscal policy. Furthermore, the speaker expresses clear opposition to the standard corporate income tax, commending the prime minister’s decision to revoke it before it could take effect.
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2025-04-16
Draft Land Tax Act (582 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker backs the current Land Tax Act and strongly opposes the bill put forward by the Isamaa faction, which aims to reinstate the version that was in effect at the start of 2024. They stress that the Government of the Republic unanimously decided not to support the draft legislation and that the implementation of the existing law has not become unreasonable. This stance is clearly pro-government and supports the current tax policy.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly advocates for the advancement of gender equality in the labor market, specifically encouraging women to apply for leadership roles on the governing bodies of publicly listed companies. This stance is clearly progressive, highlighting women's competence in senior positions and criticizing the negative consequences of working below one's full potential.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

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

The speaker explicitly opposes the reduction of VAT on food, backing the government's stance that the resulting 400 million euro budgetary expenditure would be unwarranted. He strongly stresses the necessity of maintaining fiscal balance and the crucial role of social transfers in supporting vulnerable groups. Speaking for the liberal policy of the Reform Party, he highlights individual freedoms and responsibilities.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

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

The speaker is a staunch supporter of retaining the motor vehicle tax, basing this stance on both pressing budgetary needs and crucial environmental protection objectives. He voiced clear opposition to any attempt to abolish the tax, stressing that the government's initial rationale remains entirely pertinent. His position is firm and uncompromising: the tax must remain in effect, serving the dual purpose of balancing the state budget and preventing the import of older, polluting vehicles.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports increasing national defense funding (a 9.3% rise) and continued assistance to Ukraine, stressing that this effort constitutes the defense of the entire Western world. The speaker backs the current tax policy even though the tax burden will increase by 0.7 percentage points, but regrets that the tax notch (or tax hump) was not abolished. Furthermore, the speaker demonstrates robust support for utilizing foreign aid and taking out loans for national defense objectives.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports excise tax increases aimed at improving the state budget position and reducing the deficit. They advocate raising alcohol and tobacco excise taxes for health reasons, emphasizing the external costs of excessive alcohol consumption to society. A pragmatic approach is demonstrated by supporting the Finance Committee's decision to cancel the additional 5% increase in alcohol excise tax scheduled for July 2025, taking into account competition from the Latvian border.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports scrapping the planned alcohol excise duty hike next July, justifying this decision by citing the rise in border trade and the resulting drop in tax revenue. The stance is pragmatic and economically sound, although the speaker acknowledges the arguments made by public health advocates for increasing the price of alcohol. It emphasizes the necessity of balancing public health objectives with economic considerations.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly advocates for fiscal discipline and control over government expenditures, emphasizing the necessity of preventing the automatic rollover of unspent funds into the next fiscal year. He takes a firm stance that the Riigikogu (Parliament) must monitor the government's actions more closely and ensure that promised projects are completed. While showing a moderately critical attitude toward government decisions, the speaker simultaneously recognizes the need for ministerial management autonomy.
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2024-11-21
Second reading of the bill amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the bill amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker supports postponing the abolition of the tax hump until 2026, although they admit it is a "very bad decision," necessitated by the budgetary situation and NATO's new defense plans. They support tax breaks for NGOs related to the war in Ukraine but emphasize the need to avoid tax risks. They criticize the existence of the tax hump created under the leadership of Isamaa.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker strongly backs national defense and security priorities, stressing the implementation of NATO defense plans and boosting defense expenditure to over 3% of GDP. They advocate for increasing social spending by 7.6%, including pension raises and greater healthcare spending. The speaker defends the government's tax increases as necessary for guaranteeing security, emphasizing that the state returns more money to the economy than it collects in taxes.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker strongly supports budgetary discipline and adherence to proper procedural rules. He sharply criticizes the Isamaa faction's amendments, calling them technically non-conforming and unprofessional. He highlights the positive impact of the government's 69 million euro cut and expects the opposition to acknowledge this achievement.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker strongly advocates for the performance-based state budget and defends the necessity of this reform. He/She stresses that the administrative presentation of the budget is not informative enough and does not facilitate strategic discussions. The speaker sharply criticizes those who previously supported the transition to performance-based budgeting but are now criticizing it.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports increasing defense spending and gradually reducing the budget deficit. He stresses that Estonia ranks among the top three NATO countries regarding the share of GDP allocated to defense, arguing that tax hikes to cover security expenditures are justified. He defends the government’s fiscal policy, asserting that public finances are sound despite the existing deficit.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker supports the government's tax policy, including the postponement of eliminating the tax bulge (or "tax hump") due to the state's current financial situation. They emphasize the necessity of ensuring the sustainability of state financing and covering expenditures. They maintain a neutral stance regarding the adjustment of tax-exempt expense reimbursements in line with inflation.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the government's budget amendments, emphasizing their technical nature and sound justification. The positions taken are pragmatic and procedure-focused, centering on improving budget administration and enhancing transparency. The speaker voices moderate criticism regarding the current frequency of budget oversight, recommending tighter control.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speakers are taking a clear stance against the amendments to the Income Tax Act, emphasizing that the Government of the Republic does not support draft bill 432. The Finance Committee's proposal is to reject the bill during the first reading. The representative of the Reform Party is actively explaining the issues related to the taxation of social benefits, showing a supportive attitude toward the current system.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker strongly advocates for the introduction of the motor vehicle tax starting in early 2025, justifying this with the need to bolster the state's revenue base and meet environmental objectives. He emphasizes that Estonia must shift towards the Nordic level of taxation in order to guarantee the desired public services and national defense. The speaker consistently defends the government’s tax policy, arguing that the state has been spending more than it has collected for years.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker strongly supports the implementation of the motor vehicle tax, emphasizing its necessity for funding state operations and addressing environmental considerations. He takes a pragmatic approach toward the president's constitutional objections, acknowledging their validity and the need to amend the law. The speaker demonstrates moderate flexibility, preferring to address the issue of equal treatment for disabled people through social benefits rather than tax exemptions.
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2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Draft Law on the State Supplementary Budget for 2024 (Bill 456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the country's fiscal discipline and adherence to European Union budget rules, defending the 2024 supplementary budget, which reduces the general government deficit below 3% of GDP. He took a clear stance in favor of abolishing the 'tax hump,' justifying this as a reduction in labor taxes and a measure to support competitiveness. He also defended the Reform Party's decisions regarding national defense, emphasizing that defense spending rose above 3% of GDP during Kaja Kallas's government.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the state's 2024 supplementary budget, stressing the necessity of adhering to European Union fiscal rules and maintaining the budget deficit below 3% of GDP. The speaker defends the government's decision to cut spending by 104 million euros and defer investments, labeling this move "a step in the right direction." Furthermore, the speaker rejects the amendment proposals from the Isamaa faction, criticizing them for being non-specific and failing to meet legal requirements.
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2024-06-13
Financial Supervision Authority 2023 Annual Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The speaker adopts a clear stance on the necessity of strengthening financial supervision, strongly emphasizing that current penalties are disproportionately low compared to the volume of assets being supervised. He cites a specific example of a €500 million crypto fraud, expressing concern that the existing regulatory framework is insufficient to prevent repeat offenses.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker supports the amendments to the Land Tax Act, which grant local municipalities greater flexibility in determining the land tax rate. This position is clearly pro-reform, advocating for decentralization and the expansion of local government autonomy in taxation matters.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker strongly supports the implementation of the motor vehicle tax, while acknowledging that tax hikes are unpopular. They stress a pragmatic approach—revenue must be collected for the state budget, and this requires both cutting costs and increasing revenue. A clear position is expressed that tax collection is essential for safeguarding the nation's independence and the rule of law.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker offers moderate support for the government’s budget austerity measures, arguing that increasing the fiscal reserve by one percent is reasonable and should not prove overly difficult. They maintain a neutral stance on the impact of the budget deficit, recognizing its inherent ambivalence: while theoretically expected to stimulate economic growth, in practice it could instead fuel inflation.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the introduction of a motor vehicle levy starting in 2025, justifying the move with environmental goals and the redistribution of the tax burden toward the wealthy. They emphasize that Estonia remains one of the last European nations without a car tax, while stressing that the overall tax burden must stay below 34% of GDP. Furthermore, the speaker defends abolishing the "tax hump" (maksuküür) as eliminating an unjust system that harms middle-income earners.
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2024-06-04
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of a Member of the Council of the Bank of Estonia from among the Members of the Riigikogu" (445 OE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The speaker represents the Riigikogu Finance Committee and strongly supports the Estonian Conservative People's Party's proposal to appoint Rene Kokk as a member of the Council of the Bank of Estonia. The stance is clearly supportive and procedural, focusing on legal requirements and formal procedure.
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2024-06-04
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of a Member of the Council of the Bank of Estonia from among the Members of the Riigikogu" (446 OE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The speaker is presenting the official position of the Finance Committee concerning the appointment of a member to the Council of the Bank of Estonia. The speaker clearly supports the proposal put forth by the Social Democratic Party faction to appoint Ester Karus as a council member in place of Anti Allas. This position is procedural and neutral, focusing specifically on the legal requirements and formal process.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker clearly adopts a conservative fiscal policy stance, strongly stressing the necessity of keeping the national debt burden under control. He/She voices moderate criticism of the current government's budgetary policy, particularly regarding deficit spending and indexation issues. This position is robustly supported by economic arguments and is aimed at ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-05-29
Third Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports raising teachers' salaries, emphasizing the necessity of increasing the minimum rate to 1820 euros and accelerating the law's implementation. They advocate for defense cooperation with allied nations, specifically supporting Ukraine and Moldova in the procurement of defense equipment. They stand for reducing the state's debt burden by returning unused funds to improve the balance of the state budget.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-05-13
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal to bring the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act into compliance with the Constitution. He emphasizes that closing bank accounts without justification is a long-standing problem that has only worsened. He advocates for a pragmatic approach where people are offered a basic payment account or a social account under stricter supervision, instead of pushing them toward cash usage.
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2024-05-08
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Finance on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" (including an overview of public service development trends in 2022 and 2023)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker focuses on issues of parliamentary culture and decorum, expressing concern over the decline of debate culture. He/She takes a clear stand against the use of *argumentum ad hominem* in political discussions, emphasizing that arguments should center on substance, not personal attacks.
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2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports increasing the teachers' salary fund and raising the minimum salary threshold to 1820 euros, allocating 9.27 million euros for this purpose to the local government support fund. He/She takes a clear stand against the amendment proposals submitted by the opposition factions, justifying this position by citing the insufficiency of government reserves and the suitability of the current plan as a long-term funding source.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The Speaker takes a clear stance against Russia’s military aggression in Ukraine, strongly emphasizing their opposition to the Moscow Patriarchate as an institution supporting the war. Their personal religious background (Orthodox) lends particular weight to this position, as they are criticizing the higher hierarchy of their own faith community. The stance is value-driven and emotionally charged.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker supports the draft bill for the sweet drink tax, neutrally referencing the Finance Committee's discussions and procedural decisions. The position is moderate and procedure-focused, concentrating on advancing the bill through the correct procedural steps.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is a strong proponent of budget transparency and the responsible use of public funds. He stresses the necessity of a thorough budget review, pointing to instances of inefficient planning by ministries—for example, the Ministry of the Interior's unused relocation allowance. His stance is pragmatic and focused on achieving tighter control over state finances.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (337 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports providing aid to Ukraine by extending income tax benefits to organizations assisting Ukraine in its fight against Russia. At the same time, the speaker clearly notes that the tax exemption specifically granted to Slava Ukraini will not be extended. The speaker also supports family-friendly measures, expanding the option to deduct hobby education costs to students over 18 who are still attending school.
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2024-04-03
Second reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Law on Exchange of Tax Information, the Taxation Procedure Act, and the Income Tax Act (379 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the harmonization of international tax rules and enhancing transparency in the taxation of multinational enterprises. [The speaker] advocates for transposing European directives into Estonian law, but takes a pragmatic approach—avoiding the creation of duplicate reporting requirements and prioritizing a cost-effective methodology concerning the OECD minimum tax rules.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the VAT Rate on Cancer Medicines" (277 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker supports lowering the VAT rate for cancer medications, which demonstrates a social orientation toward improving healthcare accessibility. The position is clearly policy-centric and directed at a specific economic measure.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The speaker clearly takes a stand against reducing the value-added tax (VAT) on foodstuffs and medicines, justifying this by citing the state's need for revenue to fund public services. He emphasizes that lowering the VAT rate will not result in any real benefit for the consumer, since prices are ultimately agreements negotiated between the buyer and the seller.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the State Budget Act (391 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports increasing the budgetary independence of constitutional institutions, emphasizing the need to reduce the influence of the executive branch on their financing. The views expressed are clearly institutional and constitutional, focusing on the separation of powers and the foundations of a democratic rule of law. The speaker presents a compromise approach, acknowledging both the need for autonomy of constitutional institutions and the government's obligations in budget preparation.
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2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports an energy policy based on market freedom, emphasizing the Nordic experience where a more liberalized market has led to lower electricity prices. They advocate for developing an energy-intensive economy as a source of wealth and show interest in the European Union's Energy Union concept as a potential solution for more efficient energy distribution.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear stance on education policy issues, stressing the necessity of addressing gender inequality within education. They support a critical approach to comparing education spending with other nations, demanding more accurate accounting. Furthermore, the speaker advocates for reforming pedagogical methods, particularly to boost the academic performance of boys.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear stance against lowering the VAT on foodstuffs, supporting the government’s position to reject the bill. He emphasizes that the VAT reduction will not reach those in need, but will instead go straight into the profits of large corporations, and that wealthier consumers would benefit three times more from it than poorer ones.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the introduction of a motor vehicle tax, justifying it on the grounds of environmental objectives, improving urban planning, and increasing state revenue. They express a clear liberal worldview, advocating for a minimal state and austere social benefits. They emphasize that tax concessions should be personalized and targeted only at those genuinely in need, rather than being general benefits.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (264 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker took a clear stance against the draft bill amending the Value Added Tax Act, supporting the committee's decision to reject the proposal. This position is firm and categoric, given that neither the committee nor the government supports the aforementioned bill.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker takes a clear stance supporting the rejection of the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act, relying on the decision of the Finance Committee. This position is moderate and procedural, focusing on the outcomes of the committee’s work and the government’s unfavorable opinion.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill (217 SE) to Amend the Income Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker adopts a clearly neutral and procedure-focused position when addressing the amendments to the Income Tax Act. They do not express a personal viewpoint regarding the substance of the draft bill, but instead concentrate on procedural matters and providing an objective account of the committee's work. It is emphasized that the government did not support the bill, and the committee lacked sufficient oversight regarding the activities of the NGO "Ukraine for Estonia."
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (182 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (177 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker adopts a clear stance against the proposed amendments to the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. This position is moderate yet firm, grounded in fiscal arguments and the lack of support for the government.
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2024-02-06
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Recall of a Member of the Riigikogu from the Bank of Estonia Supervisory Board and Appointment of a New Member" (366 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker clearly supports the institutional order and the principle of factional representation on the Council of the Bank of Estonia. The position is pragmatic: since Ester Karuse left the Center Party faction, she can no longer represent that faction on the bank’s council. [The speaker] supports Lauri Laats’ candidacy as a replacement.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (248 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the proposed amendment to the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. The position was firm and decisive, showing no willingness to compromise.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (219 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker clearly stated his opposition to the amendments to the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The opposition stemmed from the regulation of maximum compensation limits for the use of a private car, which was considered inappropriate.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (197 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a firm stand against the amendments to the Income Tax Act, demanding the rejection of the bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising, signaling strong opposition to the planned tax changes.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 186 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, representing the Finance Committee's recommendation to reject the draft legislation. The position is categorical and decisive.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 180 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (179 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 154 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's proposal to reject the draft legislation. This position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Income Tax Act (152 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against the proposed amendments to the Income Tax Act, representing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The stance was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (125 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, representing the Finance Committee’s recommendation to reject the bill. The position was decisive and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill Amending the Income Tax Act (120 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee’s proposal to reject the draft bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (117 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker backs the government's stance on rejecting the amendments to the Income Tax Act. He clearly articulates the official position of the Finance Committee, which recommends dismissing the draft bill, referencing the government's lack of support.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (255 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, supporting the Finance Committee’s decision to reject the bill. The position was firm and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (237 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Tax Act (Bill 202 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, thereby representing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 185 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (170 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the proposed bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (129 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a firm stance against the draft bill proposing amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, thereby supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. The position is categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 126 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance against the draft bill amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, conveying the Finance Committee's recommendation that the bill be rejected. The position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 123 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position was firm and uncompromising.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 119 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against the draft legislation to amend the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, lending support to the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. This position is categorical and decisive.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (111 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports the rejection of the amendments to the Excise Duty Act, aligning with the position held by the Finance Committee and the Government of the Republic. His position is distinctly conservative on tax policy issues, opposing any changes to the excise duty rates.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear stance on the issue of education policy, supporting the autonomy of local governments in managing the school network. He/She criticizes external interference in municipal education decisions, citing visits to the Lääneranna municipality and the pressure applied to merge small schools.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (254 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the income tax law amendments, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and decisive, showing no readiness for compromise.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (252 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and decisive, with no willingness to compromise.
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2024-01-17
Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (211 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear position against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The stance is firm and decisive, allowing for no compromises.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (201 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Income Tax Act (200 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports the motion to reject the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act, citing the decision made by the Finance Committee. While the position is clear and decisive, the reasoning behind it was not provided.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 172 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker clearly takes a stand against the drastic reduction of corporate income tax, strongly emphasizing the state's fiscal responsibility. His position is categorical: the bill would "totally derail" the state budget and must therefore be rejected. This political stance is underpinned by a pragmatic approach to balancing the state budget.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (134 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clear position against the amendments to the Income Tax Act, supporting the committee’s decision to reject the draft bill. His position is procedural and fact-based, highlighting the problematic nature of the bill’s improper introduction.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (131 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Law, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. This position is firm and decisive, allowing for no compromises.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (113 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the draft bill to amend the Income Tax Act, recommending that it be rejected. The position was firm and uncompromising, demonstrating strong opposition to the proposed changes.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (109 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear position opposing amendments to the Income Tax Act, thereby backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. This stance is firm and resolute, showing no willingness to compromise.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (107 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports lowering the corporate income tax rate on distributed profits and similar payouts. This position is clearly driven by economic policy aimed at supporting business through reducing the overall tax burden.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (249 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear position against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is categorical and decisive.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (247 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and decisive, without compromise.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (242 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker takes a clear stance against lowering the income tax rate, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and decisive, with no willingness to compromise on this matter.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (235 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act, communicating the committee's decision to reject the proposal. The position was formal and procedural, centered on the collective decision of the committee.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 234 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The position is firm and resolute, allowing for no compromise.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 233 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker takes a clear stance against EKRE's income tax reduction bill, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The position is firm and uncompromising, although the content of the bill is acknowledged as "very generous."
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (198 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance opposing amendments to the Income Tax Act, thereby supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. This position is firm and decisive, allowing for no compromise.
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2024-01-17
Draft Act Amending the Income Tax Act (195 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear position against the draft bill to amend the Income Tax Act, recommending that it be rejected. This position is based on the collective decision of the commission and demonstrates strong opposition to the specific legislative amendment.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (187 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance opposing amendments to the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. This position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 183 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The opposition to lowering the income tax rate to 19.9% demonstrates a fiscally conservative approach.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (178 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopted a clear position against amending the Income Tax Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft legislation. The stance was firm and decisive, leaving no room for compromise.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (153 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (128 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear position against the amendments to the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee’s decision to reject the draft bill. The stance was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Income Tax Act (122 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-17
Draft Bill Amending the Income Tax Act (118 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance opposing the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act, thereby supporting the committee's decision to reject the bill. The position was categorical and uncompromising, offered without any additional explanations or alternative proposals.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 115 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the amendments to the Income Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and decisive, without compromise.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (114 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance opposing the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act, thereby supporting the committee's decision to reject the bill. This position was categorical and uncompromising.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (103 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (102 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker represents the government's position and clearly signals that the government does not support the income tax law amendment bill currently under consideration. This stance is unambiguously contrary to the proposal initiated by opposition members Kert Kingo, Kalle Grünthal, and Martin Helme.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (250 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance on the issue of Value Added Tax, supporting the implementation of an 18.6% VAT rate on the taxable value. The position was presented factually and straightforwardly, without additional explanations or justifications.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (245 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopted a clear stance against amending the Value Added Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position was resolute and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 241 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the amendments to the VAT Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (240 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stand against the amendments to the VAT Act, backing the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 239 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports rejecting the draft Value-Added Tax Act, justifying this by pointing to EKRE’s internal contradictions regarding tax rates. The position is clear and categorical: the legislative process should wait until the opposition party clarifies its stance.
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2024-01-10
Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 238 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the amendments to the VAT Act, supporting the Finance Committee’s decision to reject the bill. The position was decisive and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 236 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the amendments to the Value Added Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the draft bill. The position is firm and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (220 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker took a clear stance against the draft amendment to the Value-Added Tax Act, supporting the committee's proposal to reject the bill. They also pointed out that the government did not support the bill either, indicating congruence with the government's position.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Value-Added Tax Act (196 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the draft amendment to the Value Added Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's decision to reject the bill. The position was decisive and uncompromising.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (193 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports the Finance Committee's stance opposing the amendments to the Value Added Tax Act. He/She takes a clear position in favor of rejecting the draft bill, based on the committee's recommendation.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (184 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker represents the government's stance on value-added tax issues, endorsing the current fiscal policy and defending the fundamental principles of the coalition's tax strategy. It is stressed that the tax burden must remain within the 33–34% range of GDP, excluding the national defense levy. The speaker clearly adopts a defensive position concerning the government's decisions.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (169 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports the government's position regarding the draft amendment to the Value Added Tax Act, expressing clear opposition to the bill. The position is firm and decisive, without compromises.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (149 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker took a clear stance against the draft amendment to the Value-Added Tax Act, supporting the Finance Committee's proposal to reject it. The position was decisive and uncompromising, but the justifications provided remained minimal.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 132 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (108 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker represents the government's position regarding the amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act, expressing clear opposition to the bill initiated by Martin Helme. The position is firm and uncompromising: the government does not support the bill and recommends that it be rejected.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Value Added Tax Act (87 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is representing the governing coalition's position, supporting the rejection of the draft amendment to the Value Added Tax Act. This stance is clearly hostile to the opposition, as the committee voted 7-4 in favor of rejecting the bill, with the opposition having voted against the measure.
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