By Agendas: Signe Kivi

Total Agendas: 33

Fully Profiled: 33

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

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The financial considerations are limited to the observation that language programs involve millions of euros, emphasizing the need for accountability and clearer management of these programs within the budgetary context. The objective is to ensure the effective use of public funds.
2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data
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 address labor issues in the education sector, focusing directly on maintaining the minimum wage for teachers without qualifications. Concern is expressed about a potential drop in the wage level, which would affect 4,210 teachers.
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

Insufficient Data.
2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient 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.
2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives highlight concerns over decreasing production and exports, contrasting this trend with the demands of science-based climate policy, which calls for reduced production and consumption. The speaker expresses worry about the state of economic growth and trade, noting that this situation runs counter to climate objectives.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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

Not enough data
2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

There is too little data.
2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
2024-11-06
Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

His economic views center on the transparency of the state budget and detailed reporting. He supports a more thorough disclosure of the costs of public-law institutions (labor, operating, and investment costs), which indicates a desire to increase fiscal responsibility.
2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data
2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

Economic perspectives favor investing in family-friendly services within social policy rather than providing direct cash handouts, arguing that services yield better results. This indicates a preference for structural social investments over simple monetary redistribution.
2024-09-18
First reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Recall of a Member of the National Opera Council who is a Member of the Riigikogu and Appointment of a New Member" (Draft Resolution 494)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data.
2024-09-10
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of Section 2 of the Law on Holidays and Commemorative Dates (402 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient information.
2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

There are no economic views presented, as the speech focuses on the cultural and organizational aspects of the Bank of Estonia, rather than economic policy, taxes, or regulations.
2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Kivi addressed the issues surrounding language proficiency in the service and employment sectors, pointing out that 20,000 individuals are employed in fields where language requirements exist, yet Estonian is not actually used. Kivi commended entrepreneurs who take the initiative and launch internal language training programs. Kivi’s stance suggests support for increasing corporate responsibility in guaranteeing language education.
2024-05-07
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic viewpoints center on cultural investment and fiscal realism, acknowledging that the Estonian state lacks the financial capacity both to construct and permanently sustain a new opera house. This justifies prioritizing an extension over new construction, the latter being included on the list of nationally important objects.
2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is not enough data.
2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speech addresses the allocation of resources and the balance of support (supporting traditional versus new initiatives), but does not state positions on taxes, budget discipline, or economic growth.
2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Signe Kivi quotes colleagues who emphasize that ending translation would save state resources, thereby signaling support for fiscal discipline. Kivi herself notes that the current duplication of information is excessive, which indirectly supports resource saving.
2024-03-20
Third Reading of the Draft Act (338 SE) on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The increase in gambling tax rates is supported, as this boosts the Cultural Endowment’s budget and enables the financing of strategic cultural infrastructure projects. Earmarked public funding is preferred in the cultural sector, directly linking tax revenue to specific investments.
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

Insufficient information. Although the signing of wage agreements is mentioned, a broader economic or fiscal perspective is lacking.
2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

Not enough data
2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The views concern the utilization of state funding mechanisms (the Cultural Endowment of Estonia) for financing cultural infrastructure projects. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of considering the ramifications of funding decisions and adhering to procedural correctness to prevent legal issues.
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

Education expenditures are considered a vital investment, highlighting Estonia's significant contribution (14.3% of state spending). Furthermore, it is emphasized that time is also a resource and money, pointing to the necessity of organizing the learning process more efficiently.
2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic views support channeling tax revenues (gambling tax, excises) into the development of the cultural sector and the creation of social guarantees. Fiscal pragmatism is supported, utilizing the accumulated reserve of the Cultural Endowment (Kultuurkapital) and the forecasted revenue growth to cover new expenditures. The adjustment of the gambling tax rate to support the creative activities of teaching staff (from 3.8% to 2%) is justified by the growth of the tax base.
2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives oppose taxation that creates unequal conditions (for assets acquired domestically versus those acquired abroad) and hinders long-term investments (specifically, restoration work). Exceptions are preferred for assets related to cultural value in order to prevent economic damage and the outflow of assets.
2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker supports government spending and financial contributions towards cultural and diaspora projects overseas. The goal is to direct state budgetary resources into the Toronto Centre project to cover its four-million-euro deficit.
2024-02-07
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Higher Education Act (291 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

There is too little data.
2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives highlight the direct link between research and development (R&D) and economic growth and future potential. The policymaker supports a strategic approach aimed at identifying and investing in sectors that will ensure Estonia's economic success.
2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Not enough data