By Agendas: Raimond Kaljulaid

Total Agendas: 51

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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 legislative focus is currently centered on the Draft Act amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 661 SE), particularly regarding the precision of definitions for foodstuff tax categories. The speaker is actively involved in scrutinizing both the content of the bill and the procedural decisions made by the committee.
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2025-10-07
Interpellation concerning the unspent budget funds of the Ministry of Education and Research (No. 805)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is aimed at improving the working procedures of the Riigikogu and the quality of documents submitted by the government. The priority is increasing the transparency of the draft budget so that members of the Riigikogu can better perform their oversight function.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the insufficient state funding of school meals and the resulting inequality (No. 797)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is currently on holding the executive branch accountable through an interpellation (No. 797), which addresses the problems concerning the financing of school meals. The speaker is positioned in the role of both initiator and critic, demanding better governance from the government.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the transfer of Swedish criminals to Estonia (No. 803)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is aimed at overseeing the executive branch and demanding accountability, specifically by participating in formal inquiries. The objective is to compel the government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to analyze the international implications of the policy, rather than prioritizing the initiation of new legislation.
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on legislative oversight and interpellation concerning the implementation of the rules governing the activities of security institutions. The speaker functions as an inspector and the initiator of inquiries, highlighting the inefficiency of the current supervision mechanisms.
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2025-09-22
Request for Information Regarding PPA Employee Salaries (No. 780)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the budget strategy and tax policy decisions, particularly those concerning payrolls and the impact of taxation on various income groups. The speaker is a strong critic of the government's fiscal priorities.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Kopli Commando (no. 774)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on budgetary and strategic decisions: mitigating the impact of previous budget cuts and substantively launching the field of civil defense. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned; the emphasis is on achievements within the administrative area of the Ministry of the Interior.
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2025-09-17
Second reading of the draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and other laws (662 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The legislative priority is the swift finalization of the amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (Bill 662 SE) to ensure the construction of shelters with uniform deadlines across all building types. The speaker strongly supports the draft bill and emphasizes that even saving a few months by accelerating the procedure makes a significant difference.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

It focuses on the timely implementation of secondary legislation related to laws (the Arms Act) and the legal justification for government decisions (the Nursipalu court case). It calls for strengthening parliamentary oversight and emphasizes that, in a state governed by the rule of law, the government must provide sufficiently thorough justification for its decisions.
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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 primary legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (636 SE). The speaker is a skeptical assessor and opponent of the draft, demanding an analysis of the economic impact.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is the proposal to establish a cross-party investigative committee within the Riigikogu (Parliament) to determine the scope and causes of problems in the defense sector and to make proposals for strengthening control. The need to strengthen legislative oversight of the executive branch is also emphasized.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding the Development of Nuclear Energy in Estonia (No. 786)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the oversight of national defense and critical infrastructure policy, which is being carried out through an interpellation to the minister in the context of nuclear energy development. He/She emphasizes his/her affiliation with the Riigikogu National Defense Committee, not the Economic Affairs Committee.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the critical scrutiny and challenging of the government’s plans to increase immigration, carried out through an official interpellation (No. 791). The speaker is acting as an opponent of the initiated policy, demanding that lessons be learned from previous international mistakes before any decisions are made.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on scrutinizing the accountability and performance of the executive branch (the Minister) via interpellation. Direct legislative priorities or bills are not mentioned; the emphasis is rather on overseeing the implementation of policy.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is on the area of security and control: a bill has been submitted to restrict Riigikogu members' access to state secrets through security vetting. A bill has also been initiated to prevent dog attacks, and the formation of an investigative committee has been proposed to examine the use of funds by the Ministry of Defense. The individual is an active initiator of interpellations and frequently raises procedural objections.
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on mandating studies and analyses related to national defense before any further consideration of energy legislation. The priority is to ensure that the impact of wind turbines on the deployment of coastal defense weaponry is thoroughly investigated before we proceed further in the energy sector.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is aimed at addressing the volatility and ambiguity of the existing environmental policy, requiring the minister to comment on the lack of stability within the investment environment. The priority is the establishment of a stable and reliable regulatory framework to support the industry.
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2025-05-19
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on criticizing the illegality of amending the protection regime for natural objects and the procedural errors in its implementation. The speaker's role is primarily that of a controller and critic of the executive branch's actions, rather than an initiator of new legislation.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft amendment to the Securities Market Act (588 SE), which we deem unreasonable. We are concentrating on clarifying the bill's context and the relevant legal definitions to ensure the debate does not stray off topic.
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2025-05-14
On the Management of the Ministry of Defence

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The primary legislative focus is the swift and proper implementation of the amendments to the Weapons Act passed by the Riigikogu. The speaker is acting in an oversight capacity, stressing that the Ministry of Defence has delayed issuing ultra-critical implementing regulations necessary for the development of the defense industry.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on reviewing existing national documents and laws, requiring the minister to provide a citation that justifies Saaremaa's priority status. The priority is clarifying the legal basis of the policy through a parliamentary inquiry.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on education policy and regional administrative decisions concerning the reorganization of vocational education centers (Interpellation regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Center and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School).
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2025-05-06
Inquiry Regarding the Disruption of Railway Construction in Rohuküla (No. 731)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is aimed at the rapid restoration and management of existing infrastructure (the health path), rather than the initiation of new laws. The action involves submitting a formal interpellation to the minister to receive confirmation regarding the resolution of the administrative matter.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed toward initiating a new political concept concerning changes to residency registration rules and the distribution of tax revenue. The objective is to establish a legal foundation for the sharing of taxes between two local authorities to foster regional development.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on evaluating and supporting the results of the existing social welfare reform. The speaker acts as an affirmer of the reform's positive impact within the context of the inquiry.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, or regarding occasional work contracts (no. 735)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the amendments to the Employment Contracts Act (specifically those concerning casual wage contracts). The speaker is a strong opponent of the reform, arguing that it resembles the creation of previous platform work regulation.
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2025-04-09
Third reading of the draft law amending the Defence Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (Strengthening Maritime Security) (565 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill (565 SE) aimed at strengthening maritime security, which clarifies the rights of the Defence Forces at sea. The speaker supports the bill but stresses that this is only the first step and demands that the government address further related issues (funding, naval vessels, and training).
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on issues of executive management and accountability (keeping a minister in office or replacing them), rather than on specific bills or legislative priorities. This is an inquiry focused on political oversight.
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2025-03-12
New government tax policy

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The focus is on the activities of the government's executive branch and compliance with security procedures, rather than specific legislative bills. The matter revolves around informing the Riigikogu (Parliament) about the government's internal issues and the Prime Minister issuing instructions.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Local Government Organisation Act (537 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 537 SE) to grant local governments (LGUs) the clear authority to exercise state supervision over compliance with pet ownership regulations. The objectives include the right to impose a penalty payment (up to 6,400 euros) and the possibility of taking movable property (a dog) into custody to avert an immediate danger. The draft bill does not grant LGUs the right to apply immediate coercion.
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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 legislative focus is on the strategic direction of foreign policy and its discussion in the Riigikogu as a national issue of significant importance. Specific bills, amendments, or achievements are not mentioned.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on funding national defense and procuring ammunition. While the overall objective is supported, the opposition's draft bill (540 OE) was rejected due to its lack of substance. Previous achievements highlighted include the establishment of the 3% defense spending threshold within the fundamentals of security policy, which received broad support from the Riigikogu plenary session.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution (486 OE) of the Riigikogu regarding the extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia's international obligations in a post-conflict peacekeeping operation in Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and Syria.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently directed towards the draft bill concerning the extension of the mandate for deploying the defense forces in Middle East peacekeeping operations, as well as Estonia's participation in the JEF. The speaker is a strong supporter of these bills, emphasizing their direct link to guaranteeing Estonia's security.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on Bill 527 SE, the draft act amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia, specifically concerning local government elections. The speaker is an active proponent and defender of the coalition's bill, stressing its legal soundness and adherence to all requirements. Simultaneously, they stand as a strong opponent of the bill introduced by Isamaa, citing its legal deficiencies.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Weapons Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (468 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Weapons Act (468 SE), the purpose of which is to advance the defense industry. The speaker is serving as a strong supporter and the procedural lead for the bill, ensuring its integrity and rejecting any proposed amendments that seek to broaden the bill's objective.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the strict adherence to and enforcement of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, especially regarding the duties of the presiding officer. The speaker acts as the defender of the existing procedural order, demanding the declaration of a recess should the breach of order continue.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is supporting and advancing the draft Security Tax Act (Bill 512 SE) through its first reading. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, explaining that the revenue generated by the tax will go entirely toward security. The goal is to ensure the financing of long-term defense decisions and ammunition procurements.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (426 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative priority is the adoption of amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (Bill 426 SE) to ensure vital services. Another key focus is the deliberation of amendments to the Weapons Act, aimed at reducing bureaucracy and regulations for the defense industry. The speaker is an active supporter and sponsor of both bills.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Arms Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (468 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on Draft Bill 468 SE, which concerns amending the Weapons Act and other acts to enhance regulations governing the defense industry. The speaker is the committee rapporteur for the bill and supports concluding the first reading and setting a deadline for submitting amendments.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The legislative focus is centered on the sustained increase in defense spending and improving the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament) within the security sector. The objective is to ensure that critical information (such as military advice from the Commander of the Defense Forces) reaches the Riigikogu quickly, and to improve the prior coordination of foreign and security policy decisions in order to prevent subsequent conflicts.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

A legislative focus is lacking; the speech is related to the procedure for the motion of no confidence, but it does not address specific bills or legislative priorities.
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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.

The legislative focus is currently on the second reading of the draft bill amending the Foreign Service Act (353 SE). The priority is to ensure that the bill resolves the previous issue regarding the unequal treatment of cohabiting partners, which had prevented the law from being officially promulgated.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE)

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

The primary legislative focus is supporting the draft amendment (429 SE) to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act in order to modernize the legislation. Priorities include regulating micromobility devices, resolving issues stemming from courier services, and ensuring cyclist safety through a mandatory 1.5-meter lateral passing distance. The speaker supports the repeated modernization of the law due to technological advancements.
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2024-06-04
First Reading of the Bill for the Act Amending the Emergency Situation Act and Related Acts (426 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill amending the Emergency Situation Act (426 SE), which aims to clarify the provision of vital services and define the role of the Estonian National Broadcasting Corporation (ERR) during crises. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft and is directing the proceedings within the National Defence Committee to ensure a solution regarding ERR’s status that is both substantive and appropriately timed. Furthermore, he/she supports expanding the role of the National Defence Committee to cover comprehensive national defence.
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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 is currently on opposing a specific draft bill (409 OE). The speaker is against the bill, viewing it as ineffective and merely a tool for discussing the problem, rather than a genuine solution.
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2024-05-30
First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the European Parliament Election Act (lowering the voting and candidacy age) (414 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the European Parliament Election Act (414 SE), the objective of which is lowering the voting age. The speaker is a strong supporter of the principle of the bill and demands its further consideration during the first reading.
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2024-05-15
Third reading of the Bill (332 SE) on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of other related Acts.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the Draft Act on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the consequential amendment of other related acts (Bill 332 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent of this bill, recognizing its innovative approach to lawmaking.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus centers on supporting the education reform and defending the minister against a motion of no confidence in the Riigikogu. The speaker is a strong proponent of the government's education policy, stressing that there are no substantive issues with how the reform is being managed.
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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 political objective is to initiate a debate in the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) regarding the elevation of European strategic autonomy to a central foreign policy priority. The speaker is acting as the initiator, calling for discussion on this matter to provide European defense, foreign, and security policy with a clearer structure and purpose.
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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 legislative focus centers on the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act (Bill 230 SE), which addresses the taxation of banks. My role as the speaker is that of an overseer, requiring the bill's proponent to provide clarification on the technical provisions of the existing law before we proceed to discuss new amendments.
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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 primary legislative focus is the draft bill amending the Income Tax Act (217 SE). The speaker's role involves requesting clarifications regarding the content of the initiated bill to ensure the plenary session is fully aware of the fundamental principles of the Act.
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