By Agendas: Liina Kersna

Total Agendas: 26

Fully Profiled: 26

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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The main social issue under discussion is the transition to Estonian-language education, which is primarily examined from the viewpoint of funding and budgetary priority.
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Basic and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (620 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The central social theme is the quality of education and equal access to it, which he links to raising teachers' salaries. He supports the provision of high-quality, warm school meals but emphasizes a tripartite funding model. He agrees that the state or local government should assume greater responsibility for feeding those children whose parents are unable to provide for them financially.
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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 main social focus is on the accessibility and equality of education, opposing the selection of children for the first grade. It is emphasized that society should be sufficiently developed to ensure non-selection at the legal level and to resolve the inefficiencies associated with gymnasium entrance exams.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary subject addressed is the institutional governance of cultural policy and media, focusing on the selection of experts for the national broadcasting council.
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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

A strong focus on the quality of education and issues concerning the teaching workforce. An advocate for supporting vulnerable groups, particularly newly starting and unqualified teachers, emphasizing the necessity of mentorship, 25% dedicated time for professional development, and greater job security (a 3-year contract). Stresses the role of school principals in motivating teachers to obtain their qualifications.
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2025-06-17
Draft law (554 SE) on the organization of research and development activities and innovation – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Addressing social problems is linked to making the economy smarter, which in turn allows for the support of equal opportunities in education. The necessity of the legislation is also stressed for ensuring a cohesive social and healthcare system based on solidarity, as well as for preserving culture and language.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The primary social theme is education, emphasizing the reform of legal education and the strategic importance of doctoral studies in the field of artificial intelligence. It is also crucial to ensure the security of sensitive data through a national AI model.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Among social issues, the focus is placed on education as the foundation for societal cohesion and well-being. Obtaining higher education is viewed as a means of ensuring a smarter society, better health, and greater wealth, which in turn supports those in need and guarantees quality education and solidarity-based healthcare. The need to expand opportunities for acquiring higher education, regardless of a young person's background, is also emphasized.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning the appointment of members of the Estonian National Broadcasting Council from recognised experts in the field of activity of the Estonian National Broadcasting. (643 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker highlights the issue of gender balance, expressing concern over the "very masculine" composition of the ERR council. They call on the factions to consider increasing female representation, believing that more balanced governing bodies make better decisions.
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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 primary social theme is the preservation and development of the Estonian language and culture, which is stipulated as a constitutional obligation. Emphasis is placed on the need to adapt to new technology and ensure that artificial intelligence possesses a high proficiency in Estonian. This requires societal understanding and effort.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary social theme is the preservation and development of the Estonian language within the digital environment, which is treated as a constitutional obligation. This is connected to linguistic identity and the digital future.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Among social themes, the focus is placed on higher education and research, considering them a critical factor in the organization of a smarter society and economy.
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2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

No data available.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the cessation of funding for the school psychologists’ advisory line 1226 (no. 683)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary social issue is youth mental health and the support services available within the education sector. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of free assistance provided by qualified school psychologists in order to tackle the mental health problems widely prevalent among young people.
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2024-12-18
Draft law amending the Adult Education Act and amending other acts in consequence (465 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main social theme is education and lifelong learning, focusing on improving the quality of adult training and the formalization of micro-credentials. The objective is to ensure the credibility and formal recognition of continuing education programs.
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2024-12-04
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other related laws (establishing the obligation to attend school) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary social issue is education and opportunities for young people, emphasizing the raising of compulsory education to the age of 18. The objective is to ensure flexible and individualized learning paths for youth in order to reduce dropout rates and support the completion of their education, including by offering the option of a gap year.
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2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Adult Education Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (465 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Regarding social issues, the focus is on education and lifelong learning, supporting the creation of new forms of qualifications (micro-qualifications and micro-degrees). This promotes flexibility and access to obtaining qualifications in adult education.
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2024-06-12
Overview of the Judicial Administration by Villu Kõve, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

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

The main social theme addressed is the quality and structure of higher education, particularly the comparison of integrated study models in legal education and teacher training. The objective is to ensure a high professional standard among judges.
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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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2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The central social theme revolves around supporting families and providing preventive intervention through parenting programs. The speaker advocates for expanding the target group to offer proactive support even to families who are not considered high-risk.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Preschool Institution Act, the Vocational Educational Institution Act, and the Basic School and Upper Secondary School Act (Bill 231 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main social issue is the availability and administration of education, particularly concerning Ukrainian children who have left Estonia and the school places they occupy. The speaker strongly supports establishing a legal basis to free up these study slots for other children, emphasizing the efficiency of the education system and the priority given to Estonian children.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Improving Teachers' Working Conditions" (373 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary social theme is the improvement of teachers' working conditions, compensation structure, and workload. The speaker supports resolving these issues through structured reforms and within the framework of the Education Agreement, in order to enhance the education system.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

When discussing social issues, mental health is front and center, particularly suicide prevention, along with education policy concerning student movement and the start time of the school day. All these topics are tied to achieving evidence-based results and better mental health indicators.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The central social theme revolves around the accessibility and quality of education, particularly the transition to Estonian-language instruction. A significant social focus is placed on vulnerable youth and providing them support, especially in light of extending the mandatory schooling age. Education is viewed as a tool for personal development and transformation of the inner self, aiming for the learner's talents and interests to fully blossom.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

In matters concerning the social sector, the speaker emphasizes the importance of developing the social and humanitarian fields. This indicates a desire for government policy to consider broader societal and cultural values, and not just economic benefit.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary social issue is the quality of education and fair teacher compensation. The speaker stresses the need to establish a funding system that would enable schools to raise teachers' salaries, thereby supporting the well-being of education professionals.
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