By Agendas: Madis Kallas

Total Agendas: 72

Fully Profiled: 72

2025-10-15
Cultural Workers' Salaries

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The economic perspective supports state budget expenditure aimed at increasing the salaries of cultural workers, emphasizing that this is a priority that must be established regardless of economic challenges. Targeted compensation for specific labor groups within the public sector is also supported.
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 economic perspective supports intervention (through changes to the VAT rate) aimed at reducing food prices, thereby easing the cost of living for people in Estonia. The focus is on boosting consumer purchasing power and making the basic food basket more affordable.
2025-10-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The text indirectly supports legislative streamlining that facilitates the construction of large energy projects (nuclear power plants, oil shale power plants). This indicates a prioritization of economic growth and energy security achieved by reducing regulatory barriers.
2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Economic views point to a willingness to increase state spending in the social sphere. The speaker demands additional funding and projects aimed at improving youth health, demonstrating support for targeted state intervention.
2025-10-08
Special Social Care

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

Economic views center on labor and wage issues in specialized care, emphasizing the direct relationship between low pay, staff overload, and service accessibility. This suggests the necessity of increasing public sector investment to enhance the quality of the social sector workforce and services.
2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Economic perspectives favor fiscal redistribution, utilizing the pension income tax mechanism to channel resources into demographically and economically weaker regions. This demonstrates support for state intervention aimed at achieving regional balance and stabilizing the funding of local governments.
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 increase in state expenditures in the education sector is supported, requiring the kindergarten teachers' support fund to grow by at least 50%. The objective is to ensure financial stability and predictability for local municipalities when covering personnel costs.
2025-10-07
Interpellation regarding the organization of basic school final examinations and the continuation of studies in gymnasium (No. 801)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Not enough data
2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data
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

Supports the use of public procurement regulations to prioritize local food producers, which indicates a desire to channel public funds toward supporting the local economy and agriculture. This perspective is aimed at fostering localized economic circulation.
2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

Economic perspectives focus on assessing the effectiveness and proportionality of the policy, criticizing the hike in ticket prices, which resulted in a reduction of thousands in passenger numbers. Preference is given to solutions that support service utilization and regional mobility, rather than minor fiscal benefits.
2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

There is too little data.
2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The economic outlook is tied to the availability of regional infrastructure and services, noting the need for entrepreneurs to have sufficient electricity connections and accessible roads. It is pragmatically pointed out that rural residents are prepared to pay fairly for services, stressing that the core issue lies in the structures and organization of the state and local governments, not in demanding free services.
2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding the accessibility of secondary education in Estonia (no. 799)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding educational inequality (no. 795)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on alleviating inequality through public sector support and improved infrastructure. It is emphasized that the current system places too great a financial burden on parents (up to 90% of the costs of extracurricular activities) due to transportation.
2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Differences in Teacher Salaries (no. 790)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on valuing the public sector workforce and standardizing wages to reduce the regional pay gap. Measures are supported that would help raise teachers' salaries to 1.2 times the Estonian average wage, and socio-economic supports are proposed (such as housing or transport allowances). Furthermore, a more equitable wage policy is demanded for local government employees.
2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

Economic perspectives emphasize the need for intervention by a regulatory authority to protect consumers from irresponsible lending. Support is given to directing or restricting the activities of financial institutions in order to mitigate the social problem arising from consumer loans.
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.

There is support for continuing to fund national defense at high levels, while simultaneously emphasizing fiscal responsibility and control over budget expenditures. Budgetary transparency is paramount to ensure public trust in government spending.
2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives support utilizing skilled labor to stimulate the economy and improve the situation, but they stress the necessity of strict state control mechanisms. Preference is given to a workforce that actively helps revitalize the Estonian economy.
2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Economic arguments emphasize the direct negative impact of transport costs (ferry tickets) on the credit market and the cost of living on the islands. This viewpoint highlights the necessity of avoiding government actions that increase the regional economic burden and negatively affect bank lending systems.
2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data.
2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Economic viewpoints stress the fair remuneration of the workforce (teachers) and advocate for state intervention through raising minimum wage thresholds and providing additional subsidies aimed at local municipalities. This suggests a prioritization of social justice and state funding in the public sector.
2025-06-18
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The economic perspective is evident in the emphasis placed on damages, as the attacks have resulted in financial losses amounting to millions for the Estonian people. This points to concern regarding financial stability and the protection of assets against digital threats.
2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives focus narrowly on public sector labor costs and funding within the education sector. Concern is expressed regarding the right of local governments to pay unqualified teachers the base rate or even the Estonian minimum wage.
2025-06-12
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives emphasize that strong trade unions and robust worker rights are directly linked to a stronger economy and a better national image. This position clearly supports the interests of labor and stands in opposition to the reduction of regulations that would weaken workers.
2025-06-12
Draft law amending the Courts Act and other related acts (to enhance court administration) - second reading (632 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic perspectives center on the management and accountability of the public sector budget, thereby supporting the Minister's accountability to the Riigikogu for the utilization of the courts' budget. Furthermore, the linkage between budgetary issues and the administration of the courts is emphasized.
2025-06-12
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on reducing bureaucracy and simplifying the tax system for sports organizations in order to improve their financial standing and streamline reporting. The objective is to support sports activities by ensuring that participation fees are treated as training expenses, which are deductible on the income tax return.
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

Economic perspectives emphasize the necessity of state intervention and the redistribution of finances to ensure that local governments have the capacity to provide equal services. Support is given to the utilization of state budget funds for alleviating social inequality and resolving the budgetary challenges faced by local municipalities.
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.

Economic views focus on regulatory efficiency and cost control in competition enforcement. Solutions that are cheaper and less time-consuming are preferred, and the need to avoid suspicions regarding commercial interests is emphasized.
2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
2025-06-04
The coping of Estonian people

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Economic perspectives center on improving people's livelihoods, which is linked to tax policy and the distribution of income. The speaker considers discussions regarding the tax hump (or 'tax bulge') and progressive income tax to be important, emphasizing socioeconomic self-sufficiency and overall well-being.
2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

Economic perspectives advocate for detaching infrastructure crucial for regional development from strict business logic. The speaker highlights the necessity of treating loss-making, yet regionally vital, assets on a separate budget line. This indicates support for state intervention aimed at regional development, even when such actions are not commercially viable.
2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Not enough data.
2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Insufficient data.
2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Economic perspectives relate to public sector funding, specifically citing the government's salary support and supplementary allowances provided by local municipalities to professionals.
2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Economic perspectives emphasize the need to address existing shortfalls (such as public transport funding) within the framework of the supplementary budget. There is support for targeted public spending aimed at maintaining essential services and ensuring the transparency of the budget process.
2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

There is too little data.
2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data.
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.

Economic perspectives implicitly involve compensation mechanisms necessary for citizens who lose out on economic benefits due to forest protection. This demonstrates an awareness of how environmental policy affects the economic standing of private individuals and the need to strike a balance.
2025-05-12
Inquiry regarding potential amendments to the Arms Act (No. 755)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

There is insufficient data.
2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic perspective supports state intervention to ensure that ferry ticket prices remain low. The goal is social affordability and regional accessibility, especially through discounts for permanent residents.
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

Economic views center on regional viability, stressing that for rural areas to function, it is necessary to keep schools, kindergartens, shops, community centers, and businesses open. This demonstrates support for local economic activity, which is directly tied to maintaining these institutions.
2025-04-23
Coping

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Economic perspectives lean toward social intervention, calling for increased public spending (specifically, student grants) to ensure basic living standards. The emphasis is placed on social justice and the state’s role in guaranteeing that financial circumstances do not prevent thousands of young people from accessing education.
2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives advocate for greater state intervention and increased spending in the culture and sports sectors. The objective is to ensure competitive salaries and social guarantees for cultural workers, enabling them to secure loans and travel. Furthermore, regular state funding for elite sports is supported to minimize the role of chance in achieving medal victories.
2025-04-16
The worsening of the livelihood of Estonian people.

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Economic views center on the worsening of people's ability to cope and widespread debt-based living, which results from the imbalance between income and expenditures. The speaker advocates for policies that prevent segments of society from being pushed into a more difficult economic situation.
2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
2025-02-20
Discussion of the nationally important issue "Plan for the Future of Sport: How to Bring Medals and Get Children Moving"

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.

Economic viewpoints center on sports financing, supporting specific proposals and acknowledging Tanel Tein's work in this area. Infrastructure development is viewed positively. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring that extracurricular activities are accessible to all children, which points to the need for targeted state investments.
2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Defence Forces Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (strengthening maritime security) - first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

Data is scarce.
2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There are no economic positions presented, even though the discussion revolves around energy production and its environmental costs. No specific stances on taxes, regulation, or economic growth are put forward.
2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

No data available
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

Support is expressed for the increase of excise duties and taxes (510 SE) to cover state expenditure needs and improve the country. It is important to support entrepreneurs, and it is emphasized that the creation of new jobs must occur through meaningful and fair tenders, rather than by favoring insiders.
2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives are linked to regional balance and the accessibility of services, rather than traditional fiscal policy. It is emphasized that the state must aggressively intervene in land use policy and spatial planning to prevent the costs resulting from uncontrolled urbanization (congestion, environmental impact).
2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient information. Although the context is the amendment of the State Budget Act, no specific positions are expressed regarding taxes, expenditures, or economic growth.
2024-11-19
Third reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in consequence thereof (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Land Administration).

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session.

Economic perspectives center on boosting the efficiency of the state apparatus and the skillful utilization of data to deliver higher quality services to both businesses and local municipalities. Emphasis is placed on adding value to land resources in every region of Estonia, signaling a preference for smart resource management and improving the quality of public services.
2024-11-12
Second reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in connection therewith (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Cadastre Enterprise)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic views relate to the efficiency of resource management and the consolidation of national expertise. Emphasis is placed on the importance of forestry as one of the largest resources and its proper placement under the purview of the Ministry of Climate.
2024-11-11
Draft law on the partial repeal of the Value Added Tax Act Amendment Act (489 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives support fiscal decentralization, giving local governments flexibility in setting the land tax. This is seen as a positive step that meets the expectations of local leaders and gives them the opportunity to decide for themselves whether or not to raise the tax.
2024-11-04
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The economic views are expressed through support for reducing bureaucratic regulations to make processes simpler and more practical for sports organizations. Emphasis is also placed on the need to establish rules for the recovery (or clawback) of subsidies in cases of rule violations, indicating a commitment to fiscal responsibility.
2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

No data available
2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure Implementation Act and the Enforcement Proceedings Implementation Act (439 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
2024-09-25
Draft Law Amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The economic perspective touches upon service fees, highlighting that guaranteeing security holds significantly greater value than the revenue generated by charging for queries. Consequently, security is prioritized over the potential income from service fee collection.
2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports state intervention aimed at mitigating regional inequality, specifically calling for the relocation of government jobs to more remote areas. This demonstrates backing for the regional redistribution of economic activity and employment, intended to improve both job availability and the housing market across most regions of Estonia.
2024-07-29
Third reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

Economic perspectives focus on the regional redistribution of tax revenue to alleviate funding issues in rural areas. He acknowledges the country's financial situation but actively supports measures that help balance Estonia's development, avoiding the continuation of funding solely through the tax revenue of the working-age population.
2024-06-14
First Reading of the Draft Act (457 SE) on the Amendment of the Government of the Republic Act and Consequently Amending Other Acts (Reorganization of the Land Board into the Land and Spatial Planning Board)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

Economic perspectives are tied to administrative efficiency and the leveraging of data, which is expected to result in improved quality and smarter services. The reform is viewed as a means of assisting businesses in the better execution of their plans, thereby supporting economic activity through more efficient cooperation.
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.

Economic considerations support the fiscal flexibility of local governments for financing projects through the land tax. Furthermore, the protection of the interests of farmers and foresters is supported by maintaining the taxation percentage rate for agricultural land at the 0.5% level to prevent undue burden.
2024-06-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The economic views are connected to the draft amendment of the Income Tax Act, which directly concerns taxation and the financing of local governments. The draft bill is considered extremely important, but a specific economic philosophy is not evident from the text of the speech.
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

Insufficient information
2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives stress that international investment decisions should factor in the distribution of domestic wealth and GDP, citing concerns over regional disparities. This suggests support for distributive justice within investment policy.
2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives advocate for fiscal decentralization, granting local municipalities greater latitude in setting the percentage rate for land tax and increased flexibility in budgetary decision-making. Simultaneously, it is emphasized that the taxation rate for agricultural and forest land (commercial land) should remain unchanged, thus safeguarding the interests of farmers. The overall objective is to boost local investments and enhance budgetary flexibility.
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

Economic perspectives are supportive of entrepreneurship and growth-oriented, focusing on increasing productivity. Emphasis is placed on the need to reduce bureaucracy and ensure faster communication between government agencies and businesses in order to improve the domestic business environment.
2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is insufficient data.
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.

It supports achieving state budget stability through taxation (e.g., a national defense tax), rather than relying solely on cuts, given that the required level of reductions is not achievable. It warns against the public sector acting as a generator of wage pressure—a "locomotive"—for the private sector, but simultaneously emphasizes the need to raise salaries and improve conditions in the public sector to reduce turnover.