Jaanus Karilaid

The first item on the agenda concerned the presentation by the Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation regarding its 2025 submission, "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy Until 2030," and its implementation. The presentation was delivered with a brief overview and …

The presentation and discussion topic was the second reading of bill 541 — the Act amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy). The main objective of the bill is to accelerate the adoption of …

The question concerned a question posed to Regional and Agricultural Minister Hendrik Terras regarding ferry connections to the larger islands (Saaremaa and Hiiumaa). The discussion focused on ensuring the quality of life for local residents, guaranteeing mobility, and securing the …

Today, a question was presented to Prime Minister Kaja Kallas in the Riigikogu concerning the expansion of bureaucracy and the competitiveness of the economy. The questioner, Riigikogu member Jaanus Karilaid, highlighted two main concerns: first, the growth of norms and …

For the third reading, the draft law amending the Law on Churches and Congregations, initiated by the Republic's Government, was considered 570. The core idea was to strengthen the independence of Estonian churches and reduce the political influence of foreign …

The eighth item on the agenda was the second reading of the draft law amending the law on churches and congregations, initiated by the Republic's Government, bill number 570. The presenter was the chairman of the legal affairs committee, Andre …

The central focus of this seventh question was the confusion in energy policy and bringing it under better control. Based on a projected vision for the next 10–15 years, the Riigikogu considered what Estonia’s energy portfolio should look like: renewable …

The Riigikogu discussed the draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia in its 536th second reading, aiming to restrict the right to vote in local government council elections from citizens of aggressor states (Russia and Belarus). The …

The agenda continued with the first reading of bill 538, the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid, initiated by the Isamaa faction. The presiding officer clarified that the discussion would continue from where it left off yesterday, …

The second reading of draft law 546 concerning the amendment of the Act on the implementation of the European Union's common agricultural policy and the Feed Act. The Agrarian Committee discussed the draft at its meeting on January 13th, confirming …