By Plenary Sessions: Annely Akkermann

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The speaker's position is strictly procedural and neutral, focusing on relaying the work conducted by the Finance Committee concerning supplementary budget bill 733. They emphasize the flow of the proceedings and the strict adherence to deadlines, as mandated by the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. No substantive personal opinion regarding the content of the budget (for example, the funding of Elering) is expressed; instead, the focus is on transmitting the minister's responses and the questions posed by committee members.

Strong backing for the government's 2026 state budget, highlighting the aggressive increase in defense spending (exceeding 5% of GDP) and a reduction in the overall tax burden. The political framework is heavily geared toward delivering on election pledges (such as eliminating the income tax 'kink' and maintaining sound fiscal policy). It defends the resulting deficit as a necessary measure to cover investments and defense costs. The method used to draft the budget—lowering revenues while simultaneously increasing expenditures—is being commented on ironically, drawing attention to Isamaa's prior recommendations.

The political focus is on the implementation of the motor vehicle tax law and bringing it into compliance with the Constitution. There is strong support for the tax benefit aimed at families with children (automatic, equal division between parents), and the necessity of quickly resolving the constitutional bottlenecks highlighted by the Chancellor of Justice is emphasized. These positions are policy- and procedure-based, stressing administrative feasibility and a fair tax system.