By Agendas: Ando Kiviberg

Total Agendas: 42

Fully Profiled: 42

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2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law on the Election of the President of the Republic (684 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and open, emphasizing that all procedural decisions within the commission were made unanimously. He/She works closely with the initiator of the draft legislation (Mr. Hussar) and experts from the Chancellery of the Riigikogu (Mr. Jõgeva) to ensure the legal clarity of the proposed amendments. He/She supported the effort to find a common consensus regarding the size of the electoral college.
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2025-10-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Securities Market Act (690 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker voiced frustration that the committee discussions failed to yield answers to crucial questions, citing inadequate clarification during the legislative process. There is no information regarding direct cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing and the Act on International Sanctions (640 UA), which was not announced by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker emphasizes broad inter-committee cooperation, referring to the joint session of four committees (including the Finance Committee and the Legal Committee) where the topic was addressed. He shows great openness to compromise, agreeing with the views of the President of the Republic and supporting the amendments being prepared by the Ministry of Finance. He trusts the work of the experts and the leading committee, even if a previous decision proved to be an error.
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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.

The committee achieved clear majority support (6 votes in favor) for adopting the bill without amendments. Following the initial veto, there was an active effort to find common ground and coordinate approaches with the President's legal advisor, but this endeavor ultimately failed because new arguments were introduced.
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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 collaborative style is supportive and appreciative, especially towards the institution of the Chancellor of Justice, thanking him/her for their work in defending the rights of Estonian citizens. The speaker demonstrates readiness to support a substantive and constructive report and to broaden the discussion to wider topics.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker emphasized the strong cooperation, noting that a solid 37 MPs drafted the bill, which indicates broad-based support. Furthermore, he pointed out that the Speaker of the Riigikogu has repeatedly referenced the same issues, demonstrating alignment with the parliamentary leadership.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of collaboration is aimed at ensuring order and requires colleagues to follow the rules so that the presenter can do their work. The speaker tacitly appeals to the presiding officer to enforce that order.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) – third reading (603 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The cooperation style is nominally open, inviting colleagues to improve the draft and submit good ideas, which will be accepted. However, the willingness to compromise is limited, as the opposing side's main arguments are categorically and personally rejected. The goal is to achieve "order in the house" and end the monopoly, on which point no compromise will be entertained.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law on Song and Dance Celebrations (598 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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2025-06-12
Second reading of the draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure Act, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) (603 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate and seek consensus within the framework of the committee's work. The committee unanimously considered the amendment proposed in the interest of legal clarity and made consensus decisions regarding the date of the final vote on the draft bill. Cooperation was also carried out with representatives of the Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs in clarifying the issue of the state fee.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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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 cooperation style is demanding, expecting stability and consistency from partners (courts) throughout the reform process in order to "stay in the saddle." Disappointment is expressed over the fact that partners "balk" (i.e., change their positions), which hinders effective cooperation.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The collaborative style is open to the involvement of experts, emphasizing thorough discussions with representatives of the National Audit Office. Procedural decisions repeatedly recorded consensus (regarding the adoption of the agenda and the appointment of a representative), which points to the smooth operation of the committee.
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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 style of cooperation is demanding yet hopeful, urging the minister and the government to focus attention on solving the problems highlighted during the waste reform. The speaker represents the faction's position ("on behalf of the entire Eesti 200"), which points to expectations for finding solutions either within the coalition or across party lines. Direct cooperation with other factions is not mentioned.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is open and consensus-based; the committee made a procedural decision (not to support adoption in its unamended form) by consensus. The speaker emphasized their personal readiness to take a step toward reaching an agreement, citing previous consultations with legal experts from the Legal Affairs Committee, the Ministry of the Interior, and the Office of the President.
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2025-04-23
Draft law amending the Local Government Electoral Act and the Act on Churches and Parishes (544 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is consensual and inclusive, emphasizing that all procedural decisions in the commission were made "by consensus." Widespread cooperation took place with interest groups and ministries, including representatives of the Estonian Association of Cities and Municipalities and the City of Tallinn, whose proposals were fully taken into account.
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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

He/She is open to cooperation and compromise, proposing to the sponsors of the draft bill that the procedure be postponed pending the receipt of the ODIHR report. He/She supports cross-factional cooperation, agreeing to organize a joint visit for committee members to the election administration. He/She emphasizes transparency and the involvement of experts.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) – first reading (603 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates a strong commitment to cooperation by guiding the Constitutional Committee toward consensus decisions regarding the bill's further proceedings and the conclusion of the first reading. He acts as an intermediary, forwarding the committee's request to the Minister to approach the Ministry of Justice for state fee calculations, which demonstrates openness to involving other parties.
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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 cooperation style is inquisitive and solution-oriented, involving a direct appeal to the Minister to resolve the conflict between copyright protection and language development. This signals a desire to find a resolution with the involvement of the executive branch.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) - Third Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker represents the Eesti 200 faction and calls on all colleagues to support the bill, emphasizing the need to make the state more secure through joint action. The recognition of colleague Juku-Kalle Raid for presenting a historical fact is mentioned as a model of cooperation.
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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

The speaker stresses the necessity of an exceptionally broad consensus for amending the constitution through an expedited procedure, and thanks colleagues from the majority of parties represented in the Riigikogu for putting their disagreements aside. The tone is one of collaboration, urging those who are hesitant to join the supporters in a demonstration of solidarity.
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2025-03-25
First reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act on Breaches of European Union Law and the Act on International Sanctions (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The working style is characterized by procedural consensus, as all decisions of the Steering Committee (placing the draft bill on the agenda, concluding the first reading, and setting the deadline for amendments) were made unanimously within the committee. This demonstrates a readiness to achieve cross-party agreement on procedural matters.
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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

The cooperative approach is pragmatic, recognizing that decisions in a democracy are based on consensus and the search for the greatest common ground. While an ideal solution may not exist, the current draft bill is accepted as an achieved compromise. We call upon the coalition partners (the Social Democrats) to demonstrate greater resolve and join the Riigikogu majority.
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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 collaborative style is highly supportive and acknowledging, expressing deep gratitude to the presenter for raising the topic and taking the lead. The speaker actively engages with the content of the presentation, posing a clarifying question regarding how to avoid political headwinds.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker represents the position of the Estonia 200 faction and calls upon all their colleagues to support the amendment to the law. This indicates a desire to achieve broad-based parliamentary support on the issue of national security.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and other laws (optimization of court proceedings and publicity of court decisions) (560 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of collaboration is appreciative and supportive, specifically praising Mrs. Pakosta and her team for their excellent work. It emphasizes a message directed at voters: that with good will, it is possible to cooperate and achieve good things.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is presented in the form of parliamentary scrutiny, where the minister is questioned on sensitive foreign policy issues. The gratitude expressed at the outset for the presentation demonstrates a professional and respectful manner of communication toward the minister.
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2025-01-22
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "In Support of the People of Georgia" (564 AE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The speaker is acting on behalf of the faction, calling for support for the appeal presented in the name of the Eesti 200 faction. The cooperation style is faction-based, focused on achieving consensus regarding a foreign policy matter concerning the protection of democracy and human rights.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Adult Education Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (465 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker emphasized the successful cooperation, expressing sincere satisfaction that consensus was reached on the matter of the bill. This indicates a willingness for cross-party collaboration when it serves long-term political objectives.
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2024-12-18
Third reading of the draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (545 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2024-12-17
Draft law on aligning the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-12-12
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Government of the Republic (523 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker expresses a desire to share knowledge with colleagues in order to raise the parliament's overall linguistic standard, referencing indirect cooperation in the dissemination of this knowledge ("Perhaps this knowledge will also benefit other colleagues").
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2024-12-05
Bill to Amend the Prison Act and to Amend Other Acts Therewith (474 SE) – Second Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The collaborative style is highly consensus-based and mediating, emphasizing a successful agreement between the Ministry of Justice and the Data Protection Inspectorate in resolving concerns. All procedural decisions of the commission, including the further inclusion of the draft bill on the agenda, were unanimous.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker recognizes the government coalition’s effort and compromise (the compromise among the governing parties) in presenting the draft legislation, although he himself originally favored a wider solution. He thanks his partners and notes that reaching consensus demanded "difficult concessions," demonstrating a readiness to compromise in order to achieve the main goal.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Public Transport Act (499 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speech aims to foster a shared understanding and issue warnings to prevent the reform from failing purely for financial reasons. There are no direct references to cross-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise, but the goal is to get everyone on the same page.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Prison Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (474 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrated a strong spirit of cooperation, stressing that all procedural decisions of the Legal Affairs Committee (such as placing the draft bill on the agenda, concluding the first reading, and setting a deadline) were reached by consensus. He conveyed the substance of the cross-party debate, highlighting the questions and viewpoints raised by various colleagues (e.g., Toomast, Kovalenko-Kõlvart, Hanimägi).
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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

Although the speaker is critical of the reform, they express a desire for cooperation and joint problem-solving ("I really hope we manage to solve these together"). They emphasize the previous experience of successful cooperation between the state and local governments during the establishment of the Viljandimaa Public Transport Centre. Finally, hope and support are expressed ("Keep going! And we will certainly manage together.").
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker is demonstrating public support and endorsement for the work of the civil servant, highlighting positive values, which suggests an attitude conducive to cooperation. He acknowledges the official's level-headedness and adherence to principles, which are crucial prerequisites for effective inter-institutional collaboration.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The style of cooperation is formal and respectful, expressing gratitude for the presentation, but then posing a direct and challenging question regarding the necessity of investments. There are no references to cross-party collaboration or the seeking of compromises.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The collaborative style is respectful and formal, thanking the Minister for the substantive overview, but subsequently posing a critical and uncomfortable question, which signals a desire to discuss strategic risks constructively, yet candidly.
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2024-07-23
The Oath of Office of Riigikogu Member Ando Kiviberg

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

At the beginning of the speech, the speaker respectfully addresses the audience as "Honored colleagues," which indicates polite communication within the parliament. There is no data available regarding specific cooperation or a readiness to compromise.
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