By Agendas: Madis Kallas

Total Agendas: 72

Fully Profiled: 72

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2025-10-15
Cultural Workers' Salaries

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The criticism is aimed at past political priorities that failed to advocate strongly enough for the salaries of cultural workers, unlike the salaries of teachers. The current minister is implicitly criticized by asking why the same strong advocacy has not taken place, even though their efforts regarding the 2026 budget are acknowledged.
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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

Criticism is aimed at the coalition parties (Reform Party, Eesti 200), who are being asked to provide concrete alternative solutions for reducing food prices. The opposition is primarily procedural and political, emphasizing the coalition's passivity or lack of willingness to find solutions, rather than constituting personal attacks.
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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 speaker does not criticize any opposing side or group, but focuses instead on explaining the policy and assessing the administrative impact. There is no opposition; the attitude is rather one of seeking information.
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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

The criticism is aimed at the size of the ministry's administrative scope and its corresponding capacity to delve deeply into the issues. The objection targets the inadequacy of existing resources and analysis in the field of youth health, and is not directed at the minister personally.
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2025-10-08
Special Social Care

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The speaker is in an oppositional position toward the government, challenging the Prime Minister to articulate and resolve the special care crisis. The criticism is aimed at the government’s inability to ensure equal access to services and solve systemic problems. The attacks are policy- and procedure-based, demanding that the head of government take responsibility.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is no criticism or opposition; the speaker is instead expressing gratitude and support for the minister's stance on regional policy. The objective is rather to obtain further information and ensure the successful implementation of the policy.
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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

There is no direct opposition, but the criticism is aimed at a system that normalizes the acceptance of unqualified teachers and diminishes teachers' rights within the school environment. The situation where the rights of parents and children have become stronger than those of teachers is also criticized.
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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

There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker poses critical questions to the government minister regarding the results of the education system's management. The criticism is policy- and data-driven, demanding an analysis that would confirm the significance of certain schools for the functioning of the system.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data.
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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

There is no direct criticism or confrontation; the question is posed in a solution-oriented and collaborative manner, even though it is directed at the minister within the framework of a formal interpellation.
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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.

The criticism is not directed at the minister personally or the general work of the ministry, but focuses instead on a narrow political decision regarding regional air travel ticket prices. The disagreement is low-intensity and presented in the form of a question, with any aggressive tone having been consciously excluded.
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2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

There is too little data.
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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 criticism is aimed at those who merely repeat the problems without offering solutions, and against the bureaucracy and organization of state institutions that impedes access to services. The speaker also criticizes the polarization of regions. Specific political opponents are neither named nor personally attacked; the criticism is procedural and policy-based.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding the accessibility of secondary education in Estonia (no. 799)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The potential confrontation is aimed at the state's reform plans, which could lead to the closure or reorganization of Orissaare Gymnasium. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on clarifying the state's intentions and protecting the local education network.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding educational inequality (no. 795)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at systemic shortcomings (e.g., insufficient transport for extracurricular activities) and the ministry's inaction, not at specific political opponents. Clear solutions and plans for helping lagging schools catch up are demanded from government agencies.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Differences in Teacher Salaries (no. 790)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

There is no oppositional attitude on a personal level, as the speaker emphasizes that they do not plan to accuse anyone or highlight specific failings. The criticism is directed at systemic shortcomings, such as the excessive link between teachers' salaries and the number of students, and the resulting regional inequality.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

No direct opposition is voiced, but criticism is indirectly aimed at those financial institutions that offer consumer and payday loans in a manner that makes the resulting obligations overly attractive to people and causes significant problems. The necessity for regulatory pressure on these institutions is being emphasized.
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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.

No direct confrontation is voiced, but the speaker assumes a role of critical oversight by posing a question to the Minister of Defence. The criticism is aimed at systemic risks (loss of public trust) and procedural deficiencies that require further scrutiny.
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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 criticism is aimed at the state's actions for allowing individuals who shouldn't be working in Estonia to slip through the net. This is criticism directed at the government, stemming from policy and procedural issues, and is not a matter of personal attacks.
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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 main criticism is aimed at the Centre Party, who are accused of raising the price of ferry tickets between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa. The criticism is policy- and results-based, highlighting its negative economic impact on the islands. There is also general criticism directed at people who assess rural life without actually being familiar with it.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The criticism is directed at government ministries (the Ministry of Education and Research, the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture), focusing on political shortcomings in addressing educational inequality and ensuring wage subsidies. The criticism is policy-based and moderate in intensity, demanding answers and an overview regarding the impact of existing measures.
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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

Criticism is aimed at the inaction of the Riigikogu committee, as the committee failed to support moving the draft legislation forward, despite the gravity of the issue. The objection is both procedural and political, stressing that the problem is too serious to simply set aside.
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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

The speakers are not directly criticizing or opposing the draft bill or specific groups; instead, they are looking for solutions and clarifications. Their objective is to mitigate risks that could arise from paying salaries to unqualified teachers or from the deepening of regional inequality.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed at the draft bill submitted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Industry, criticizing its content and its impact on workers' rights. The criticism is aimed at the political direction, not the minister’s personal intentions, who is acknowledged as being well-meaning.
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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 opposition is aimed at the content of the draft bill and its creators, criticizing the removal of the political and democratic filter in the administration of the courts. The criticism is intense and focuses on both procedural and substantive risks, particularly the delegation of political responsibility to judges.
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2025-06-12
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the relevant ministries that failed to reach an agreement among themselves and consequently failed to resolve the issue of tax concessions for sports clubs. The opposition is directed at inefficient governance and the creation of bureaucracy, not at individuals. The speaker urges the ministries to take this matter seriously.
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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

The opposition is aimed at the activities of the City of Tallinn and the governing party there, which exacerbates regional inequality by focusing on the debate over kindergarten tuition fees in the wealthiest municipality. Furthermore, there is sharp criticism of the interference by other deputies (specifically Anti Allas) and the disruption of speakers in the session hall.
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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 speaker objects to the procedural solution proposed by the government in the draft Competition Act. The criticism focuses on the procedure's inefficiency, high cost, and failure to alleviate concerns regarding conflicts of business interests. The opposition is demanding that the minister justify why they are moving forward with the more expensive and complex solution.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The statement does not express direct opposition, but rather calls into question the foundation of the previous speaker's assertion, asking whether it is based on mere assumptions or on prior indications. The criticism specifically targets the clarity and transparency of the source of information.
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2025-06-04
The coping of Estonian people

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The main confrontation is aimed at the government and the prime minister, particularly concerning the shortcomings of the coalition agreement regarding people's livelihoods. Criticism targets both the political substance and the inaccurate interpretation of the opposing side's positions on tax issues. The confrontation is moderate in tone, yet demanding in substance.
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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

The criticism is directed at the current system, which treats Tallinn Airport—operating on a business logic—and regional airports within a unified cost structure and operational logic. The opposition is political and procedural, focusing on the financial model's unfairness toward those entities fulfilling the regional mandate.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The main criticism is aimed at the responsible minister and the government for their failure to make decisions, which has caused widespread public disappointment. The challenge is procedural and outcome-based, demanding the initiation of specific action (an additional investigation).
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker criticizes the political direction, which is causing local fear regarding the potential closure of Orissaare Gymnasium. The criticism is aimed at the consequences of the policy (namely, uncertainty and lack of space), rather than specific individuals.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

There is not enough data.
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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

The speaker adopts an interrogative position toward the government, questioning the low priority assigned to the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture in the supplementary budget. The criticism is directed at the budget allocation procedure and the government’s ability to cover significant shortfalls in a timely manner.
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

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

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The criticism is aimed at the previous government's instability and inconsistent decision-making in the environmental sector, highlighting the fact that four ministers and three ministries were replaced within a three-year period. Specific political opponents are not named; instead, the critique focuses on procedural and structural impropriety.
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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.

There is no criticism; rather, support is being expressed for the new minister. The only indirect hint is satisfaction that the position of Environment Minister is back on the agenda, which may suggest a lack of support for the previous government structure.
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2025-05-12
Inquiry regarding potential amendments to the Arms Act (No. 755)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

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

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The criticism is directed at the actions of the current minister, who revoked the decision, secured by the previous minister, to expand the permanent resident benefit. The opposition is policy-driven, centering on the reversal of decisions crucial to island residents. The criticism has been voiced in the form of disappointment and specific questions.
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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 criticism is directed against the actions of the minister and the government, which are exacerbating peripheralization by rushing and without sufficient impact analysis. The opposition is policy- and procedure-based, demanding concrete corrective measures from the minister and a discussion of the issue within the government. It is emphasized that fighting the consequences has not been successful in previous practice.
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2025-04-23
Coping

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The opposition's position is aimed at the government's failure to act regarding student subsistence, criticizing policies that have allowed support rates to become severely outdated. The criticism is rooted in both policy and performance, demanding that the government initiate a discussion and present a concrete action plan.
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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

The criticism is aimed at the government's inaction and the constant sidelining of culture and sports, which has pushed this sector into the background behind other issues. The opposition is based on policy and procedure, focusing on the lack of adequate attention and insufficient social guarantees. Specific individuals or political groups are not directly criticized; instead, the emphasis is placed on a systemic flaw.
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2025-04-16
The worsening of the livelihood of Estonian people.

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The primary criticism is aimed at "the current government," which is being urged to consider the negative impact of the proposed legislative changes on people's livelihoods. The opposition is policy-driven, focusing specifically on the plans to introduce tuition fees for second higher education degrees, a move that would result in negative consequences for society.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Criticism is directed at the unethical conduct of Riigikogu members who have engaged in influence peddling and shared private phone numbers. The speaker condemns such behavior within the framework of the proceedings, considering it unacceptable and something that must be prevented.
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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

Direct political opponents are not criticized, but the speaker preemptively addresses possible accusations of rushing the constitutional amendment or adopting an oversimplified approach. It is also acknowledged that legal experts have highlighted the dangers and shortcomings of the change, but the faction is prepared to move forward regardless.
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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.

The most intense opposition is directed at the aggressor states (Russia and Belarus) and those who wish to allow their athletes onto the international stage, emphasizing that politics and sports have long been inseparable. The criticism is value-based and resolute, warning of the harsh reality that this could happen soon. Internal criticism concerns the widespread use of smart devices at the expense of physical activity habits.
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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.
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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 is no direct opposition, as questions are being raised about the preparation and implementation of the law, rather than attacking specific individuals. S1 indirectly points to regional injustice and the resistance from certain areas regarding developments, which has subsequently increased the burden on Ida-Virumaa.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

No data available
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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

The primary opponent is the Isamaa faction, which is being accused of disseminating false claims aimed at the Social Democrats regarding the increase in land tax and job creation. The criticism is intense and focused on refuting these accusations to prevent the false statements from gaining traction.
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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

Specific political opponents or groups are neither named nor criticized. The criticism is directed instead at previous political inertia and the tendency to let things drift, which has facilitated urbanization and the widening of the regional divide. It is stated that the state has simply allowed negative trends to progress spontaneously.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is no direct confrontation, but ideological differences with the commission chairman are referenced. The criticism is aimed at a potential lack of information from the ministries, rather than being directed at the personal level or the political opponent themselves.
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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.

No direct opposition or specific critics are named; the criticism is aimed at the current fragmented system of state governance and activities that overly promote land use and spatial planning, which has led to negative consequences such as urban sprawl. The overall stance is solution-oriented rather than confrontational.
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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

Direct opposition is not voiced, but criticism is leveled at the protracted delay (eight years) of the reform process, which indicates dissatisfaction with the pace of the government's actions. A public correction is also issued regarding the previous speaker's (Mart Maastik) obvious error concerning the administrative jurisdictions of the ministries, emphasizing the necessity of factual accuracy.
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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

The opposition is aimed at centralized state governance that dictates taxation to local governments. This indirectly challenges the positions held by the Social Democrats (SDE), particularly questioning the role of their former city and rural municipality heads on the commission and inquiring about the content of their deliberations.
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2024-11-04
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is no opposition, as the address focuses exclusively on supporting the draft legislation and highlighting its positive aspects, viewing it as a crucial step toward cleaner sport.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the Social Democrats, who have repeatedly voiced their opposition to the removal of voting rights from certain citizens. The criticism remains on a political level; there are no personal attacks, but the opposing viewpoint has been clearly articulated.
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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.
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2024-09-25
Draft Law Amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker does not express direct opposition or criticize other parties, as their role is the neutral presentation of the commission's work. The report does mention Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart's comment regarding the controversial nature of the discrepancies, but this is not presented as the speaker's own opposition.
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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 criticism is aimed at centralized decision-making processes and the prevailing situation where most decision-makers live in Harjumaa and do not experience the problems of the regions. This constitutes procedural and policy-based opposition to the current regional development model.
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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.

While direct criticism is absent, the speaker strongly opposes inaction and the deepening of Estonia's unbalanced development, stressing that decisions and changes must not be feared. They warn that today's indecisiveness will push Estonia even further toward imbalance.
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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

There is no opposition; the criticism is aimed instead at the current fragmented system of information and services, which prevents better policy decisions from being made. The opposition was directed at fragmentation itself, not at specific political groups.
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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.

The speaker categorically objected to the position that local government leaders do not want to gain more autonomy. The criticism is directed at those who do not trust local governments (LOAs) and wish to restrict their decision-making freedom from Toompea.
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2024-06-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

No direct confrontation or criticism is made, but it is factually noted that there was one member of the committee who voted against placing the draft bill on the agenda and concluding the first reading. The criticism is directed at procedural issues, not individuals.
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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

There is no criticism or opposition; the speaker is focusing on posing a constructive question and expressing appreciation for the introduction of the draft bill.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is no direct confrontation, but the speaker is addressing questions raised by the Social Democratic faction and others, particularly concerning the lack of forecasts and the interpretation of the 10% growth limitation. The criticism is aimed more at clarifying the ambiguous parts of the draft bill and clearing up misunderstandings. He emphasizes that the clear message from the Central Union of Farmers has been taken into account regarding the change in the tax rate for agricultural land.
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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 criticism is directed at systemic shortcomings and slow processes within state institutions and local governments. The criticism is aimed either at administrative inefficiency or the slowness of legislation, not at specific opponents.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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.

Criticism is directed at the government’s fiscal policy, which is failing to achieve budget stability through necessary cuts, as well as at administrative practices that promote centralization. Specifically, critics argue that optimization and consolidation are leading to job closures in remote regions and a concentration of employment in larger cities. Furthermore, the regionally unequal distribution of EU funds is also being challenged.
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