By Agendas: Mario Kadastik

Total Agendas: 61

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2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Protection of Ambient Air Act and other Acts (Transposition of Amendments to the Renewable Energy Directive) (697 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is on the processing of the Act amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act and other acts (697 SE), which concerns the transposition of the Renewable Energy Directive. The speaker is a proponent of the bill and, acting as a representative of the leading committee, is driving the process forward, specifically concentrating on finding better regulatory wording through proposed amendments.
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2025-10-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Transport Act (725 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Public Transport Act (725 SE). The main priorities are retaining the photo requirement for the service card and avoiding the duplication of the language requirement within the Act. The speaker is the rapporteur of the leading committee for the bill, guiding the first reading.
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2025-10-09
Discussion of the Crucial National Issue 'The Future of the Estonian Economy'

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

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2025-10-08
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (658 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Develop a Plan for Increasing Competition in the Mobile Communications Market and Accelerating Number Portability"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The main legislative focus is on Draft Resolution 658 OE, which mandates the government to develop a plan for increasing competition in the mobile communications market. The Speaker, who is the representative of the draft’s leading committee, will introduce the procedural steps and legal standpoints, including the requirement for an absolute majority vote of the full membership.
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2025-09-24
Draft law amending the Motor Vehicle Insurance Act (649 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is centered on supporting the rejection of the draft bill to amend the Traffic Insurance Act (649 SE). The speaker is acting as a representative of the steering committee, focusing on the deficiencies of the bill regarding international risk and insurance definitions.
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2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Waste Act (676 SE). The presenter is acting as a seeker of clarifications and an identifier of potential gaps, concentrating on the limits of application for the battery passport obligation.
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Mandatory Traffic Insurance Act (Insurance of Light Electric Vehicle Users) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The immediate legislative objective is the rejection of Bill 631 SE on the first reading, which the committee also voted in favor of. The broader focus is on creating comprehensive regulation in the field of electric scooters, including establishing a registration requirement for privately owned vehicles.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (636 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the critical analysis of the draft Act amending the Holidays and Commemoration Days Act (636 SE). The speaker is acting as an opponent or skeptic regarding the economic impact assessment of the bill.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is heavily centered on preparing for the adoption of nuclear energy, including establishing an appropriate legal framework, drafting specific sectoral legislation, and creating a safety regulatory authority. The speaker actively submits legislative initiatives and defends the decisions made by the steering committee, consistently emphasizing legal continuity.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on amendments to the Planning Act and other related legislation (Bill 541 SE), the goal of which is to accelerate the processing of renewable energy projects. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft bill and provides detailed explanations, emphasizing the need to make procedural steps more concrete and reduce bureaucracy.
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2025-06-17
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (609 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the adoption of the draft Act amending the Competition Act (Bill 609 SE) in order to meet the requirements of the EU directive and prevent fines. The speaker is a strong proponent who stresses the importance of quickly finalizing the Act, promising subsequent amendments if necessary.
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2025-06-12
Continuation of the second reading of the bill (541 SE) amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the Act amending the Planning Act and other legislation (Bill 541 SE), which aims to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, highlighting both the technology neutrality of the support measures (though with a focus on wind) and the benefits of the planning amendments for the entire industry.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on the draft amendment to the Competition Act (609 SE), specifically concerning how to ensure the correct and risk-free transposition of the European Union directive. The speaker's role is to scrutinize the technical and procedural details of the draft bill.
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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.

The main priorities are the implementation of economic growth measures, supporting R&D, and the development of the long-term energy strategy (ENMAK), including the exploration of nuclear energy. Emphasis is placed on achievements such as supporting 1,400 experts in Estonian companies and the activities of the AIRE center, as well as focusing on reducing bureaucracy to accelerate planning procedures.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Liquid Fuel Act (622 SE), the first reading of which is currently underway. The speaker is a strong supporter of the bill, concentrating on defending its economic impact and refuting the opposing side's false claims regarding the rise in air ticket prices.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE), which it strongly supports. The aim is to use this legislation to achieve greater transparency and security of supply, and to establish clear incentives for developing dispatchable capacity, thereby resolving the issue of "phantom grid connections."
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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 primary legislative focus is on the amendments to the Electricity Market Act (556 SE), which concern fixed fees for grid connection, the removal of the length restriction for direct lines, and the inclusion of technology neutrality for reserve capacities. The objective is to ensure the swift final vote on the draft bill and enhance investment certainty.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main focus is on Draft Bill 541 SE, which concerns the amendment of the Planning Act and other legislation to expedite procedures. The speaker is a strong advocate for and explainer of the bill, concentrating on reducing red tape, shortening deadlines, and clarifying procedural rules (such as the submission of amendments).
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on participating in and substantively contributing to the discussion of an issue of national importance, serving as a critical opponent to the topic initiated by the opposing side. He refers to previous work in the Economic Committee during the review of the draft bill on environmental impacts.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main priority is Draft Act 555 SE, which amends the Electricity Market Act and regulates the creation and financing of frequency reserve and island operation services. [The subject] is acting as the rapporteur for the leading committee on the draft, supporting its swift adoption while rejecting the Isamaa party’s proposal regarding the financing of island operation. [The subject] notes that ENMAK (the Energy Sector Development Plan) is scheduled to go before the government in the coming months, but it is not directly related to the draft act currently under discussion.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative objective is to reject Draft Bill 574 SE during its first reading in order to maintain the 100% renewable energy target and avoid complications regarding compliance with the EU directive. The Speaker is acting as the representative for the leading committee, managing the bill’s proceedings, and proposing its rejection.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on ensuring energy security through dispatchable resources (Bill 555) and accelerating the development of onshore wind power (Bill 541, planning instruments). Amendments to compensation fees and the Planning Act are also mentioned, emphasizing that a significant portion of the necessary legislation is already being processed or has been adopted by the Riigikogu.
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2025-04-15
Draft law amending the Public Transport Act (578 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is currently on the draft amendment to the Public Transport Act (Bill 578 SE). The speaker’s role involves clarifying the provisions of the law and protecting the existing regulation (the requirement for permits and cards) from misinformation during the legislative process.
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2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing Draft Bill 569 OE (the temporary suspension of wind farm planning), recommending a vote against it. The speaker's role, as the representative of the lead committee, is to summarize the substantive debate on the bill and convey the committee's consensus decision for the final vote.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is the submission of the Economic Affairs Committee’s proposal to reject Draft Bill 568 SE (the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act) during its first reading. A longer-term legislative priority is the construction of a nuclear power plant, which is clearly stipulated in the coalition agreement. He/She also mentions the historical decision to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on implementing the national long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" within the field of research and development. The speaker criticizes the government's political decisions (the reform of the Research Agency, the allocation of grants) and demands measures to preserve the foundational basis of basic research.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on amending the Electricity Market Act to remove a constitutional infringement, following the proposal made by the Chancellor of Justice. The speaker is a strong proponent of this amendment and, representing the lead committee, is responsible for coordinating the legislative process, including considering the addition of the amendment proposal to Draft Law 555.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – first reading

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

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE), the objective of which is to improve the regulation of direct lines and the conditions for calculating connection fees. The main priorities include resolving the issue of the 15 km limit and facilitating the connection of new energy production capacities, including a nuclear power plant, via a fixed fee. The speaker is an active supporter and rapporteur of the draft act.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - First Reading

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

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE), with the speaker acting as a supporter of its proceedings and a representative of the leading committee. The objective is to resolve issues concerning double taxation, the financing of island operation, and the technical requirements for network undertakings. The speaker announced the decision to conclude the first reading.
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2024-12-09
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (545 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill (545 SE) to amend the Status of Members of the Riigikogu Act, which concerns the reduction of expense allowances. The speaker is participating in the process as a critical interrogator during the first reading, concentrating specifically on the accuracy of the bill's financial impact.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Competition Law (466 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on the deliberation of Draft Bill 466 SE (Amendment of the Competition Act) and advancing it to the second and third readings. The speaker is the primary procedural lead, ensuring the linguistic editing of the draft bill, the review of proposed amendments, and the confirmation of the consensus schedule.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the draft act amending the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act (509 SE), particularly the abolition of the income tax hump/bracket. The speaker is a strong supporter of this amendment and is actively involved in defending the bill during its second reading, countering the arguments put forth by the opposition.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Competition Act (466 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative priority is the processing of the draft Act amending the Competition Act (466 SE). The speaker is the rapporteur for the bill, focusing on concluding the first reading and achieving legal clarity regarding the regulation established by the Minister’s regulation.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the completion of the second reading and adoption of Bill 359 SE, which aims to accelerate the permitting process for renewable energy projects. Focus will be placed on transposing the EU directive, parallelizing the environmental permitting process, and eliminating procedural obstacles (such as the requirement for a named expert body).
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

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

The legislative focus centers on Riigikogu decision 431 OE, which authorizes the creation of the legal framework for nuclear energy. The speaker is a strong supporter and stresses procedural precision, also mentioning the next priority: the Nuclear Energy Safety Act, which is expected to reach the Riigikogu in 2026.
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2024-06-11
First reading of the Draft Act on Accession to the Convention establishing the European Organization for Nuclear Research, the associated Financial Protocol, and the Protocol on Privileges and Immunities (451 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main legislative priority is the ratification of the Convention establishing the European Organization for Nuclear Research and its related protocols (Bill 451 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent and initiator of the bill, stressing the necessity of quickly enacting the legislation so that Estonia can immediately realize the benefits of full membership.
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2024-06-06
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Motor Insurance Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (Bill 400 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered entirely on the draft bill to amend the Motor Insurance Act (400 SE), where the speaker functions as the rapporteur and primary proponent for the lead committee. A key achievement is recognized as the successful processing of the proposed amendments and the adoption of consensus procedural decisions required to move the bill toward its final vote.
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2024-06-06
Draft Act on Amendments to the Road Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE), second reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is the processing of the draft amendment (429 SE) to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act. The speaker is the proponent of the bill, emphasizing the precision of the proceedings and the progress achieved, such as the substantive consideration of the proposed amendments.
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2024-06-06
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Organizing the Energy Sector and Other Acts (356 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is on processing the draft bill (356 SE) amending the Energy Sector Organization Act. The speaker is a supporter of the bill and the lead proponent of the proceedings, emphasizing the necessity of quickly moving it to the third reading and final vote. The priority is the successful passage of the committee's proposals (20 in total).
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus centers on the opposition to a specific piece of legislation (Bill 409 OE), which deals with state-mandated technological controls on the internet. The speaker is a fierce adversary of this bill, initiated by the opposing side, and is concentrating on emphasizing its irrationality and freedom-curtailing character.
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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 legislative focus is on the structural mechanisms of the state budget, particularly the regulation of expenditure indexation and the impact of the minimum wage. The objective is to understand how much of the budget is legislatively pre-committed (or "locked in") and how to control that portion.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the Riigikogu’s fundamental decision to support preparations for the introduction of nuclear energy, thereby creating the necessary mandate for drafting the Nuclear Safety Act. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of the bill, emphasizing that this is a prerequisite for the topic’s more detailed consideration within the Energy Sector Development Plan (ENMAK).
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The primary legislative priority is the parliamentary ratification of the foundational document for CERN full membership, intended to ensure Estonian companies can fully participate in tenders and boost productivity. More broadly, attention will be focused on policies that support the training of engineers and enable high value-added exports.
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2024-05-15
Bill to Amend the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE). The speaker is a supporter and rapporteur of the process, emphasizing the completion of the first reading and the setting of a shorter deadline for submitting amendments. An important priority was the earliest possible implementation of the lateral passing distance requirements.
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2024-05-15
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy) (308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative priority is the adoption of the draft bill (308 SE) aimed at accelerating the deployment of renewable energy, focusing specifically on amendments to the Building Code and the Atmospheric Air Protection Act. The objective is to streamline bureaucracy within the integrated permit and environmental impact assessment processes, while also ensuring legal clarity concerning offshore wind farms. As a representative of the lead committee, the speaker is a strong proponent of this draft bill and is responsible for managing its proceedings.
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2024-05-15
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on amending energy market regulations to establish a favorable legal framework for the installation of battery storage facilities. The speaker is the initiator of a specific regulatory proposal concerning the exemption of market-operating consumers from network tariffs.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on auditing and refining election procedures and rules during the inter-election period, rather than immediately following an election. He/She stresses that the procedural rules must be correct, perfectly clear, and unambiguous, and that this process should be handled systematically.
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2024-05-08
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Third Party Liability Insurance Act and Consequential Amendments to Other Acts (400 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the draft legislation amending the Motor Insurance Act (Bill 400 SE), which aims to transpose the relevant European Union directive. Key priorities involve clarifying the insurance rules for electric scooters, establishing specific thresholds, and expanding the obligations of the Estonian Motor Insurance Fund (LKF). The speaker supports the bill and serves as a representative of the responsible committee.
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2024-05-07
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on Bill 344 SE, the purpose of which is to amend the Election Act and clarify the legal framework. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, emphasizing that it creates greater legal certainty by elevating provisions previously contained in lower-level subordinate legislation to the level of the Act, without introducing massive substantive changes.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is the creation of a legal framework for nuclear energy and granting the government the mandate to continue related studies. The politician is acting as the initiator, planning to submit a draft bill (or statement) on behalf of the support group before the end of the spring session, with the goal of adopting a principled stance regarding future research.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Riigikogu Election Act (344 SE), the second reading of which the speaker is participating in. He/She operates as a technical support specialist for the system, defending the security and verifiability of the e-voting mechanism within the context of the bill.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Competition Act and the Amendment of Other Associated Acts (384 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the amendment of the Competition Act (Bill 384 SE) and the transposition of the EU directive, centering on the procedural choice between administrative or misdemeanor proceedings. The speaker supports the draft bill and is the rapporteur responsible for the procedure, emphasizing speed and legal correctness.
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2024-04-10
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Precious Metal Products Act, the State Fee Act, and the Equipment Safety Act (Bill 363 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on Draft Bill 363 SE, which amends the laws concerning precious metal products, state fees, and equipment safety. The speaker supports the bill and is leading the proceedings, concentrating on concluding the second reading and preparing for the final vote scheduled for April 17th.
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2024-04-10
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts (Termination of universal service and ensuring security of supply) (Bill 351 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on Draft Bill 351 SE, which involves amending the Electricity Market Act to terminate the universal service and ensure security of supply. The speaker, as the representative of the lead committee, is the central procedural handler tasked with discussing and voting on the proposed amendments and preparing the draft bill for its third reading.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the second reading of the draft act amending the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (Bill 392 SE). The speaker is an active proponent who is addressing the legal and technical discrepancies that are hindering the adoption of the act.
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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 legislative focus is directed towards ensuring that the Riigikogu enables and supports the further study and consideration of nuclear energy, including an analysis of its financial viability. The priority is establishing a long-term vision and holding a debate about which specific technologies are even permissible for consideration in Estonia.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on Draft Bill 359 SE, which involves amending the Energy Act and the Environmental Impact Assessment Act. The goal is to simplify procedures, avoid duplication of work in the EIA process, and define overriding public interest. The speaker is a representative and supporter of the bill's leading committee, currently working to finalize its first reading.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the amendments to the Energy Management Organization Act (356 SE), which address the definition of biofuels, the regulation of the liquid fuels market, and the conditions for renewable energy support schemes. The speaker is a supporter of the bill, who is presenting the committee's consensus proposal to conclude the first reading.
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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 legislative focus is on the implementation of education reforms, particularly the broader support for new teaching methodologies (such as Montessori) and the abolition of the narrow mathematics examination. The speaker is both a scrutinizer and a supporter of these political priorities.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts (termination of universal service and ensuring security of supply) (Bill 351 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative priority is the Draft Act on Amendments to the Electricity Market Act (351 SE), which aims to terminate the universal service and establish a supply security mechanism. The presenter is a representative of the leading committee for the bill and supports its continued deliberation in the Riigikogu, having previously supported the conclusion of the first reading by consensus.
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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 legislative focus centers on structural reforms to R&D funding, particularly the preservation of the core funding component and long-term projects. The speaker initiated this discussion and is seeking input from the government on ideas for sustaining these ongoing research projects.
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