By Agendas: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski

Total Agendas: 33

Fully Profiled: 33

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2025-09-24
Second reading of the draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The opposition is indirect, targeting those who are concerned about the restriction of human rights and mass surveillance. The speaker criticizes the viewpoint that equates accidentally appearing on camera with the suffering experienced by a victim of crime. Opponents are accused of creating the impression that rights exist only on paper, while ignoring the actual lack of security.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Insufficient data
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Direct criticism of opponents is absent; the critique is directed against unstable and short-term taxes, and earlier proposed solutions which would have resulted in a greater tax burden for private individuals. It is stressed that the state must not hinder, but must support, alluding to previous uncertainty.
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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.

There is not enough data.
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2025-06-05
Discussion of the significant national issue initiated by the Economics Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

There is no criticism; the focus is on highlighting the government's activities and posing questions. Opposition is directed more toward systemic issues, such as excessive bureaucracy and regulations, rather than specific political opponents.
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2025-05-19
Draft law amending the Consumer Protection Act § 4 (624 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

There isn't enough data.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Classified Information and Classified Foreign Information Act, the Public Procurement Act, and the State Duty Act (623 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is no opposition; the speaker asks the minister questions regarding the positive objectives and impact of the draft bill, without offering any criticism. Specific opponents or groups being criticized are not named.
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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 opposition is expressed as doubt regarding the Ministry of Finance's forecast, comparing it with the Bank of Estonia's more conservative assessment. The criticism is policy-based and has been presented in the form of a question, demanding clarification regarding the factors influencing economic growth.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at clarifying the Centre Party’s political intentions regarding e-elections. The criticism is policy-based, seeking to determine whether the opposing side’s goal is the complete abolition or merely the improvement of the system.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary opposing stance is aimed directly at Russia, which is explicitly identified as the source of a planned and directed information war against Estonia. The criticism is rooted in politics and security concerns, underscoring the necessity of national defense against this threat.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is insufficient data to define a clear confrontation or identify criticized opponents, as the speaker is focused on gathering facts from the Chancellor of Justice.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The criticism targets the procedural basis of the draft bill, questioning why the Riigikogu (Parliament) is required to propose action to the government when the latter already possesses the necessary competence. The objection is procedural and aimed at defining institutional roles.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are colleagues whose assertions either cause the speaker concern or are factually inaccurate. He criticizes Riina Solman's inaccurate statement regarding the flags of Lasnamäe and expresses "very great concern" over Henn Põlluaas's views, which call into question the state's trust in citizens of Russian nationality. The criticism is aimed at both facts and ideological principles.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is no direct opposition; the speaker focuses instead on explaining the procedural or agreed-upon errors (failure to amend the statutes, unsuitability of the name) that led to the initiation of the bill.
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2025-02-19
Draft amendment to the Riigikogu decision "Decision of the Riigikogu, the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, and the Saeima of the Republic of Latvia, concerning the formation of the delegation of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Republic of Estonia, the Republic of Lithuania, and the Republic of Latvia" (577 OE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data. The speaker merely noted that no amendments were proposed to the draft bill, indicating a lack of opposition to this administrative change.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary criticism is aimed at the Centre Party, whose proposed bill is being branded as populist and lacking proper analysis. The criticism is both political and procedural, warning that the bill is an appealing "Robin Hood-esque idea" that would actually damage the economy. Furthermore, the Centre Party is being ironically criticized for its lack of interest in the floor debate regarding its own bill.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main criticism is aimed at those European Union member states that fail to recognize the risks stemming from Russia's aggression or contribute sufficiently to defense. This is policy-driven criticism regarding the failure to meet collective security commitments. Russia is described as a brutal aggressor.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary opposition is aimed at a specific bill (528 SE), which is heavily criticized as being populist. The criticism is both substantive and procedural, casting doubt on the draft law's capacity to improve the quality of the Riigikogu's operations.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opponents are those who stand against the draft bill for amending the constitution. Criticism is directed at the opposing side's rhetoric, which is considered manipulative. The speaker doubts whether it is still possible to persuade these opponents.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker notes that his previous framing of the issue drew sharp criticism four years ago, but he does not directly name or criticize the opponents of the current draft bill.
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2024-09-19
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (491 OE) on the amendment of the Riigikogu Resolution "Formation of the Estonian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe"

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is no opposition. The speaker notes that no amendments were submitted regarding the draft bill, and the Foreign Affairs Committee made its decisions by consensus, which indicates widespread approval of the procedure.
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2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

Not enough data.
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2024-06-13
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Foreign Service Act and amending other related acts (Bill 353 SE)

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

No opposition is voiced; the address is directed towards posing a question to the rapporteur and contains no criticism of the existing draft or the opposing parties.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is too little data.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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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

They are not directly criticizing the opposition or the bill's initiators, but rather expressing concern about the potential negative impact that the adoption of the legislation could have on church activities.
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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

Insufficient data
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker poses pointed questions to the Minister of Health, demanding clarification regarding the rise in mental health issues and the proposed solutions. The criticism targets the execution of policy and accountability.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

No data available
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The main adversary is Russia, an aggressor that seeks to establish a new world order based on brutal force, crude propaganda, and totalitarian principles. Criticism is also aimed at those in Estonia who support pro-Kremlin narratives and attempt to fracture the unity of democratic states by sowing doubts about supporting Ukraine.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The challenge is directed at the Prime Minister's report, demanding deeper analysis and accountability for the low motivation of young people toward research work. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the government's inability to resolve structural problems in the R&D sector.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary confrontation is with the EKRE faction, whose legislative selectivity and motives concerning the draft bill for the removal of the Bronze Soldier are being called into question. The criticism is directed at the validity of the bill’s focus and is primarily procedural.
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