By Plenary Sessions: Jaanus Karilaid
Total Sessions: 41
Fully Profiled: 41
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in regional economics and infrastructure, citing the "golden circle" concept, which was introduced by economic geographers more than 20 years ago. He presents specific data regarding the road maintenance deficit (totaling over four billion in the overall view) and the energy capacity problems affecting Läänemaa businesses. This expertise is also reflected in the way he connects the strength of local government budgets and the broader aspects of the living environment with the business environment.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the development of industry and manufacturing and the deficit in energy capacity, highlighting a specific bottleneck that prevents businesses from expanding. The focus is on economic and infrastructural limitations that impact the industry's ability to generate new jobs.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of canon law and history, referencing the events of 1944 and the canonical ties to Constantinople. He relies on a 12-page analysis prepared by religious experts from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, stressing the constitutionality of the draft legislation and the critical importance of severing the legal and administrative connection.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the systematic development of regional policy, referencing the previous government’s approach in which every ministry incorporated a regional dimension. Furthermore, he/she possesses specific knowledge regarding railway infrastructure projects, citing the role of Eesti Raudtee (Estonian Railways) as the implementing agency and the validity period of the Rohuküla railway construction permit (until 2028).
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Demonstrates knowledge in the field of national defense and military logistics, utilizing specific terminology such as "infantry mine stockpiles" and "strategic partner nations." The expertise focuses on inquiring about concrete implementation details (time and cost), suggesting a deep immersion in defense planning.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of criminal policy and the legal system, addressing the details of judicial reform, the autonomy of the prosecutor's office, the trend toward decriminalization, and the massive scale of plea bargaining procedures. The speaker uses statistical data (the growth of crime, the number of lengthy court proceedings) and emphasizes the fundamental importance of legislative quality and constitutional compliance review. Knowledge regarding the salary levels of the parliament's legal service and the administrative burden on businesses is also highlighted.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a detailed interest in the legal and procedural aspects of local government. Expertise is evident in specific questions regarding the length of the public debate, the advance notice period, and the council's right of veto, citing a previous reading.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates a detailed awareness of infrastructure and economic bottlenecks, highlighting specific figures such as the 80,000-kilometer road network and the road repair debt exceeding 8 billion euros. The professional focus is on the lack of energy capacity outside Harju County, which impedes industrial expansion, as well as issues concerning public sector contraction and the efficiency of auditing.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the canonical and administrative matters of the Orthodox Church, clearly distinguishing between doctrine and structure. Historical and legal arguments are employed, referencing the historical role of the Patriarchate of Constantinople and the Ministry of the Interior's clarifications regarding the Pühtitsa Convent's freedom of choice. It is emphasized that theologians have confirmed that the subordination to Constantinople is in compliance with the canons.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise on security policy and foreign influence, directly linking the Moscow Patriarchate to Russia's arsenal of hybrid weapons. He references international documents, citing the resolution of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), which treats Patriarch Kirill as an ideological extension of the Putin regime. Furthermore, he refers to the expert opinion of the Ministry of Interior, which completely aligns with the position of Isamaa.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The speaker exhibits deep expertise regarding energy policy and the energy portfolio, detailing the planned energy sources (wind, solar, oil shale, nuclear plant) and infrastructure projects (EstLink 1, 2, 3). Specific financial data is utilized (figures exceeding a billion and reaching several hundred million), and discrepancies are noted between the calculations of energy experts (Arvi Hamburg) and those of the Ministry of Climate.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding citizenship policy and constitutional amendments, differentiating between the legal status of Russian citizens and holders of the "grey passport" (non-citizens). Emphasis is placed on the substantive value of citizenship, rather than mere formality, alongside a reference to the necessity of amending the constitution. Furthermore, the Kremlin's interest in generating societal tensions is acknowledged, indicating an awareness of security aspects.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy and budgetary matters, delving into the specifics of implementing the car tax (such as payment deadlines) and its link to funding public transportation. He acknowledges the rapporteur as one of the Parliament’s best budget specialists, underscoring the necessity for detailed financial analysis.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker exhibits expertise in the area of national defense, detailing specific capability shortfalls such as offensive drones, defensive drones, medium-range air defense, shelters, ammunition, and night vision equipment. Furthermore, they are well-versed in economic policy details, referencing the anticipated impact of the Reform Party's tax hump (over 3 billion euros) and the disparity in agricultural subsidies.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker exhibits detailed knowledge of the phases of the Rohuküla railway project, citing specific figures (20 million, 45 million) and sections (from Turba to Ellamaa, and extending to Risti). The text also references the existing construction design and the building permit issued by Eesti Raudtee (Estonian Railways), which is valid until 2028. Specific terminology, such as "as an implementing unit," is employed, along with a reference to the tenure of the previous prime minister (Jüri Ratas).
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of regional development mechanisms, referencing local government development plans, development centers, business consultants, and investor advisors. They also possess detailed knowledge of infrastructure needs (electricity capacities, railway) and specific budget cuts in the culture/media sector, highlighting the cost of a special correspondent position (€30,000).
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the resolution of the European financial crisis and the financial details of ESM aid packages. Specific data (over 100 billion euros, 2015 and 2016) and technical terms are used, addressing the loan interest rate and the allocation of funds between investments and current expenses.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding criminal policy and the financing of the judicial system, citing specific data (the decline in crime between 2012 and 2022) and the amount of the budget cut (4.4 million euros). Presentations by Supreme Court Chief Justice Villu Kõve on the topic of procedural economy and the necessity of judicial resources are quoted. Reference is also made to letters from the Council for the Administration of Courts (CAC) and earlier quotes from the Minister of Justice concerning the impact of the socio-economic situation on theft.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the exceptional procedure for granting citizenship and the legal mechanisms for its revocation. He/She uses a comparison with the procedure for granting and revoking state decorations, which indicates a certain level of expertise in the field of constitutional law and administrative procedure. The expertise focuses on the legal consequences of breaching the duty of loyalty.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of citizenship and suffrage issues, emphasizing constitutional solutions and the travel privileges associated with holders of the grey passport. Furthermore, the focus is placed on the practical implementation of security policy, demanding concrete examples (e.g., street disturbances, hospital workers) instead of vague threats.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in matters of macroeconomics, tax policy, and the energy portfolio, demanding specific impact analyses and calculations. He/She refers to official sources (the Chamber of Commerce, the Institute of Economic Research) and uses comparisons with neighboring countries (Lithuania, Finland) and the economic programs of previous governments (Jüri Ratas’s government 2016). He/She is particularly detailed in questions concerning the forecasts for price increases in electricity, food, and waste collection for 2025 and 2026.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise on topics such as drafting the state budget, funding local governments (specifically, the reduction of the equalization fund), and infrastructure (road maintenance). They utilize arguments to detail crises affecting economic competitiveness and the healthcare sector (treatment waiting lists, out-of-pocket costs). To back up their viewpoints, they cite criticism from former finance ministers and defense experts.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of security and citizenship issues, citing a specific figure for Russian citizens (over 84,000) and their oath of loyalty. Regarding economic matters, the speaker relies on a quote from Peeter Raudsepp, head of the Institute of Economic Research, to criticize government policy. Terms such as "chaotic tax cascade" are employed, and the speaker refers to the superficiality of the budget cuts.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the interfaces between security and heritage protection, referencing specific ministers and agencies (Läänemets, Purga) and their respective areas of responsibility. A crucial domain of knowledge is also the political and intra-coalition dynamic surrounding the restriction of voting rights for Russian citizens, highlighting the opposing stances of the Reform Party and the Social Democrats.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomics and fiscal policy, using specific figures (500 million annually, 2 billion over four years) when assessing the impact of the tax hump. The views of economic experts and entrepreneurs are highlighted, and Lithuania's economic growth is cited for comparison, warning against following Estonia's example.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in economic policy, focusing specifically on industrial development, taxation, and recession management. In his arguments, he draws upon both the assessments of Lithuanian economic experts and research published in the Riigikogu Proceedings concerning the necessity of industry.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in constitutional law, the legislative process, and issues concerning legal certainty. He uses technical terms such as constitutional review, references Supreme Court rulings, and analyzes the capacity deficiencies of the Parliamentary Chancellery. He emphasizes the importance of competence within the ministries and the Riigikogu (Parliament) apparatus.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in matters of international law and Estonia's historical foundational documents, particularly the Tartu Peace Treaty. They are also familiar with geopolitical issues, such as the territorial integrity of Crimea and Ukraine, and are able to connect them to Estonia's domestic legal position.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax and fiscal policy, utilizing specific figures, such as 500 million euros as the cost of eliminating the tax bracket kink and 200 million euros derived from the proposed car tax. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of comparative analysis, for instance, when evaluating the condition of roads relative to Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland. The analysis is systematic, aiming to draw conclusions regarding the root causes of the political chaos.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of macroeconomics, calling for three specific measures to stimulate the economy. Knowledge is also displayed concerning the national defense budget and planning, citing an exact deficit of 1.6 billion euros in the financing of NATO defense plans. Technical terms such as "planning deadlines" are used, and reference is made to the roles of the Commander of the Defense Forces and the Permanent Secretary.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the significant deficits in state finances (1.6 billion) and the unexpectedly discovered funds (750 million). The expertise focuses on highlighting the complete picture of the budget and systemic problems (healthcare, social welfare). Furthermore, reference is made to influential signals from unrelated experts (Herem and Salm), which confirm the government's inaction.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative process and the political forces at play, referencing specific experts such as Rait Maruste and Meelis Kiili and their connections to the Supreme Court and the National Defence Committee. Furthermore, they are familiar with recent legislative precedents, such as the separation of the Russian Orthodox Church from the Moscow Patriarchate.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Demonstrates profound expertise in legislative procedures, focusing on the requirements for impact assessment (impact analysis) and instances of non-compliance. Detailed guidelines and control questionnaires (nearly 30 pages) from the Government Office and the Ministry of Justice are cited. Furthermore, they are familiar with the numerical data in specific budget forecasts and explanatory memoranda (e.g., 10 million vs 8.4 million).
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures by demanding the disclosure of impact assessments and independent expert opinions (from the bar association and legal scholars). Detailed questions were also raised concerning state resources (human and budgetary resources) and statistics on the traffic of Russian-language websites. Crucially, emphasis was placed on the necessary competence and resources of the Administrative Court and the Competition Authority.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in local government financial matters (revenue base, investment climate) and administrative processes. Technical terms such as the State Shared Service Centre (RTK) and waste management are employed, alongside criticism of excessive bureaucracy. Specific awareness of regional financial disparities is highlighted, which is often distorted by data originating from Tallinn, Viimsi, and Rae municipalities.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of internal security, criminal law, and citizenship policy, citing a first-instance court ruling and the number of Russian citizens (approximately 90,000). They address the necessity of amending the constitution and relevant laws concerning the restriction of voting rights, and are aware of the bureaucratic hurdles imposed by Russia when individuals attempt to renounce their citizenship.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the chronology and administrative process of the specific monument project, relying on information provided by local citizens. Specific details are presented, such as the year the commission was formed (2016), the name of the design competition winner (Sander Paljak), the existence of the building permit, and the allocated sum (250,000 euros).
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The expert assessment focuses on the criticism surrounding the government's lack of economic policy and the poor planning of tax increases. The speaker demonstrates awareness of the political strategy by citing the internal memo from the Secretary-General of the Reform Party, which instructs them to conceal failures and maintain a pretense.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy and macroeconomic issues, referencing specific tax rates (the reduction of income tax from 26% to 20%) and the period of economic recession. External expert opinion is used to support the arguments, citing the special opinion of the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry regarding the car tax.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The expertise is evident when monitoring sports infrastructure projects and government action plans, particularly concerning the program for establishing football halls. The speaker is aware of both the program's initial status and its subsequent stalling, which indicates a detailed familiarity with the topic. Furthermore, they are familiar with Riigikogu (Parliament) procedures, referencing the date the interpellation was submitted and the need to update it.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the legislative process and the organization of government work, focusing on the inadequacy of impact assessments and the mechanisms for inter-agency coordination. They are well-versed in the disparity of competence and resources between the parliament and the ministries, and they reference specific legislation (e.g., the Weapons Act). Technical terms such as "failure to coordinate" (or "non-coordination") and "impact analysis" are employed.