By Agendas: Aivar Kokk

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2025-10-13
Inquiry regarding the closure of the Endla Nature Centre (No. 815)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance is firmly opposed to the closure of the Endla Nature Center, stressing the need to protect rural interests against Tallinn-centric state budget spending. This position is strongly procedural and results-oriented, criticizing the lack of transparency in the government's decision-making process and the skewing of priorities (€82,000 vs €67.3 million). The speaker demands that the state find a solution to this problem that satisfies all parties involved.
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2025-10-13
Inquiry concerning the revenue base of local governments (No. 802)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker is a strong advocate for fundamentally changing the financing models of local governments (LGs), demanding a significant increase in the percentage of the revenue base (over 12%) and greater financial autonomy, citing the US model as an example. The political position is sharply critical of the government's fiscal management, which is deemed unsuccessful and has driven the country "to the brink of collapse."
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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Legislation (736 SE) on the Amendment of the State Budget Act and the Act Amending the State Budget Act

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary focus is on state budget transparency and the government’s lack of accountability concerning major expenditures. The politician is vehemently opposed to the government raising the tax burden (nearly 2 billion euros), arguing that this will kill the economy and undermine people's livelihoods. The political framework is clearly policy- and results-driven, criticizing the coalition's credibility and past decisions. He represents the views of the Isamaa Party, maintaining a critical stance toward the draft amendment of the budget law.
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2025-10-13
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Act on Simplified Taxation of Business Income and the Income Tax Act, and the Act on the Repeal of the Security Tax Act and the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 734 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is fiercely opposed to the proposed tax bill (734 SE), accusing it of supporting "scheming" and undermining the state budget. The primary focus is on the budget deficit and the demand that costs be covered, which indicates a forceful, results-oriented opposition. The speaker sharply criticizes the income tax exemption granted to high earners, which drains half a billion euros from the state budget.
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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2025 State Supplementary Budget (733 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is strongly critical of the government’s activities, particularly regarding the transparency and accountability of major investments (SmartCap, Defense Industry Fund). The focus is on the government’s failure to provide detailed answers concerning where public money is actually being directed, suggesting that ministers are completely unaware of the distribution of these funds. This stance is clearly performance-based, demanding improvements in the government’s financial management practices.
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2025-10-08
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance is strongly opposed to the 2026 state budget draft, which is deemed poor, lacking transparency, and unjust. Key issues include the poor management of state finances, the massive debt burden, and tax hikes that disproportionately benefit high earners. The speaker criticizes the government for causing the economic downturn and demands the rejection of the draft bill.
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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 most prominent issue is the state budget and the accompanying "largest debt burden ever" created by the Reform Party. The speaker strongly opposes the government's fiscal policy, demanding concrete examples of cost savings and cuts, which indicates strong performance-based criticism. Highlighting the extent of the debt repayment (stretching until 2070) emphasizes the opposition to long-term irresponsibility.
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2025-10-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 677 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance is firmly against the motor vehicle tax, demanding its swift and complete repeal, rather than just partial modification. The focus is placed on the government's poor economic management, citing a large amount of unused carry-over funds (approx. 1.7 billion euros) and the negative impact of recent years' tax hikes (excise, VAT, income tax). The speaker frames their position as a necessary defense of people and businesses against poor economic decisions.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to the motor vehicle tax, demanding its complete repeal. This stance is value-based, criticizing the tax as a punishment for people and deeming the bill hostile. Emphasis is placed on the Isamaa Party's promise to abolish the tax after the 2027 elections. The position is also results-oriented, criticizing the government's failure to prevent errors in the draft legislation and protect family benefits.
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2025-09-10
Draft law amending the Construction Code and other laws (655 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker clearly takes a capitalist stance, strongly emphasizing free-market principles and the right of entrepreneurs to set the prices for their services. He expresses strong opposition to any state intervention in pricing policy, stating explicitly, "we have capitalism, we do not have communism or socialism." These views are value-based and rely on the principles of entrepreneurial freedom.
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2025-09-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act (654 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clearly critical position concerning the expansion of the Competition Authority’s jurisdiction, expressing strong reservations about the agency’s capacity to cope with the new responsibilities. Furthermore, they stress the necessity of transparency regarding the costs of implementing the legislation and demand specific answers concerning the funding of the Authority’s future operations.
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2025-09-10
Draft law (667 SE) for amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the directive on greenhouse gas emission trading) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The stance is distinctly left-wing concerning the business environment and the taxation of CO2. The speaker voiced strong opposition to the proposed amendments to the Atmospheric Air Protection Act, stressing that businesses can no longer endure the current tax burden. As a representative of the Isamaa party, the speaker proposed halting the second reading of the draft legislation, demonstrating uncompromising resistance to the government's initiative.
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2025-09-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to develop tax incentives for student employment" (638 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports implementing tax benefits for working students, emphasizing the need to connect young people with Estonian businesses. They express clear criticism toward the coalition, accusing them of thoughtlessness and rejecting sound economic policy. The speaker supports the Finnish education model, where vocational training and general upper secondary education (gymnasium) are interconnected.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker is taking a clear and consistent stance on the issue of accountability for the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa) council, demanding the resignation of all council members. They strongly emphasize that the council is failing to fulfill its primary duty—protecting the interests of the Estonian people, who are the owners. Furthermore, the speaker criticizes the minister's dual role, holding positions as both minister and chairman of the council.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa Party, consistently opposing tax hikes, particularly the car tax and the increase in land tax. They strongly support the tax exemption for residential land and ensuring energy security. The speaker consistently adopts an opposition stance regarding government decisions, criticizing both procedural violations and substantive policy choices.
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2025-06-19
Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a very clear and consistent stance against the motor vehicle tax, calling it an "anti-people tax" and a "flawed bill." He/She strongly emphasizes that none of the governing coalition parties promised the introduction of such a tax before the elections, specifically accusing Eesti 200 and the Reform Party of deceiving voters. The speaker represents the position of the Isamaa Party, which demands that the motor vehicle tax law be declared null and void starting January 1, 2026.
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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 speaker takes a clearly opposing stance regarding the amendment of the Police and Border Guard Act, strongly emphasizing the protection of civil rights and the lack of oversight. He expresses concern about the misuse of the license plate recognition system, especially by the Tax Authority, and demands stricter judicial control over surveillance activities.
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2025-06-18
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a left-wing economic policy position, strongly criticizing the income tax exemption granted to high earners at the expense of pensioners. He consistently emphasizes the need for public spending cuts and maintains an oppositional stance regarding the coalition's tax increases. The position is very strong, utilizing sharp phrases like "embarrassing budget" and accusing the Reform Party of damaging the economy.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and other laws (662 SE) - first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance regarding the amendments to the emergency situation act, focusing primarily on the economic impacts and financing issues. They emphasize the necessity of conducting a practical cost assessment and express concern given the current economic situation.
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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 speaker takes a strongly opposing stance on the waste reform, calling it "complete madness" and "a tax festival." He emphasizes that the prime minister promised not to raise taxes, yet the reform will result in an additional burden of 70–75 million euros for taxpayers. Representing the Isamaa Party, he proposes rejecting the bill during the first reading.
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2025-06-04
Draft Law on Annulment of Excise Tax Increases on Energy Carriers (627 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clearly anti-left economic policy position, strongly advocating for the repeal of excise tax increases and tax cuts. He asserts that the Isamaa Party is the only one that has fulfilled all its election promises since 2011, and highlights the party's role in supporting economic growth by reducing excise duties in 2020. The speaker sharply criticizes the current coalition for its tax hikes and demands a more business-friendly policy.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Public Health Act (617 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the Riigikogu's decision-making authority and democratic mandate, while expressing clear opposition to the undue influence of officials in political decisions. Regarding the issue of daylight saving time, he/she adopts a pragmatic approach, acknowledging the variety of views and the necessity of a broader discussion. He/She stresses the importance of parliamentary procedures and the role committees play in comprehensive debate.
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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 speaker supports the work of the National Audit Office and expresses dissatisfaction with the opposition of coalition politicians to strengthening the control over party financing. The position is clearly critical of the ruling coalition, emphasizing that "the guys at the National Audit Office are still doing solid work," and questioning why the coalition is unwilling to allow the necessary changes.
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2025-06-04
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate a bill amending the Traffic Act, which grants local governments the right to restrict or prohibit the use of rental electric scooters and mopeds" (618 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the right of local municipalities to restrict the use of rented micro-mobility devices. The primary argument centers on protecting public health, contending that scooters and bicycles impede people's movement and their ability to pursue healthy lifestyles. This stance is clearly in favor of the proposal put forth by the Isamaa party and calls upon coalition politicians to back this initiative.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker is a strong proponent of tax reduction policies, claiming that the tax cuts implemented during the Isamaa government in 2020 propelled the economy to the top in Europe. They consistently support a business-friendly tax policy and sharply criticize the current government's tax hikes. They emphasize that establishing tax stability (maksurahu) is necessary to revitalize the economy and restore the confidence of entrepreneurs.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker takes a clear stance on the limitations of renewable energy, arguing that wind and solar farms cover, at best, only 40% of the required demand. They strongly advocate for using local biomass (pellets, wood chips) to replace old oil shale boilers, citing the experience of England as a relevant comparison. This position is pragmatic and primarily focused on energy security.
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2025-05-21
Taxes

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

Clearly articulates an anti-government stance regarding tax increases, highlighting the Prime Minister's broken promises. It takes a forceful position that the government has deceived voters by making temporary tax hikes permanent and introducing new taxes despite previous assurances. It demands concrete guarantees regarding any future tax increases.
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2025-05-21
Burden on the economy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance regarding the government's tax policy, strongly criticizing the Prime Minister for breaking promises and highlighting the negative impact of the tax hikes. He emphasizes that the government takes three-quarters of the money from the people and returns only one-quarter, focusing specifically on the deteriorating situation of large families.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker consistently adopts an anti-tax-hike stance, arguing that both income tax and VAT have risen by 20%, and criticizing the Reform Party’s income tax exemption for high earners. They support reducing government expenditure and downsizing the civil service, stressing that taxpayers cannot afford to maintain 140,000 public sector employees. The speaker presents strong opposition to the current tax policy, going so far as to label it "criminal."
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Law on Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (640 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on the protection of citizens' privacy rights in the context of anti-money laundering measures. They express moderate concern about the expansion of personal data processing, emphasizing the need to balance security measures with citizens' rights. A specific example is provided regarding the experiences of the families of Riigikogu members when using banking services.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Credit and Electronic Money Institutions Act and the Payment and Settlement Systems Act (634 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is focusing primarily on the regulatory issues surrounding payment institutions and e-money, while showing only moderate interest in financial services competition and the burden placed on banks. Their stance is more investigative than clearly supportive or oppositional, as they are trying to understand the practical implications of the draft bill.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (regulation of derivatives and repo transactions) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The Speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance regarding the treatment of small banks within the regulation, directly asking the Minister why the decision was made "to let the small banks fail" without a restructuring plan. The position is inquisitive and concerned, focusing on the fair treatment of the financial sector.
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2025-05-15
Draft law on harmonizing the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (580 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly champions the viewpoint of increasing state budget transparency and strengthening the role of the Riigikogu (Parliament). They forcefully support amending the State Budget Act to ensure constitutional compliance and curb ministers' arbitrary decision-making power regarding budget reallocation. Furthermore, they sharply criticize the current activity-based budget, deeming it too general and opaque.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker clearly rejects the growth of bureaucracy and increased state intervention. He demands specific answers regarding the number of government positions and criticizes the government's inconsistency—promising cost savings while actually creating new obligations. He emphasizes the protection of owners' rights and the necessity of trusting them.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the general part of the Environmental Code Act and other laws (611 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker adopts a distinctly critical stance toward the Reform Party, accusing them of exaggerating minor accomplishments. They show strong opposition to the way the governing party is presenting the reduction in the use of deep bedding as a major victory, despite the actual impact being minimal.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The presenter is focusing on clarifying the practical aspects of the Nature Conservation Act, especially concerning logging regulations. His viewpoint stresses the need for greater precision in the law, specifically emphasizing the clarification of which tools and methods are permissible.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker vehemently opposes the amendments to the Electricity Market Act, stressing the importance of Estonia's energy independence and criticizing the pan-European approach. They support dispatchable electricity generation based on oil shale until new solutions are found, opposing the transition to renewable energy without viable alternatives. On behalf of the Isamaa party, the speaker refuses to support the draft legislation, justifying this by citing its hostility towards the public and enterprises.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance on the current energy policy, opposing the subsidization of wind farms while supporting the development of dispatchable power generation. The strong position is that renewable energy should not receive state support, and the speaker favors electricity production based on oil shale and biomass. The speaker stresses the necessity of a realistic energy policy that accounts for economic realities.
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2025-04-16
Draft Land Tax Act (582 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a left-wing position on issues concerning taxpayer protection, strongly supporting the autonomy of local governments in setting taxes. He expresses consistent opposition to state intervention regarding the automatic raising of local taxes, emphasizing that the mandatory 10% land tax increase is unfair to citizens who are already experiencing economic hardship.
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2025-04-16
Second reading of the draft law amending the Tobacco Act (223 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The Speaker is taking a balanced position on amending the tobacco law—strongly supporting anti-smoking policy ("I am one hundred percent against any form of smoking") but criticizing the one-sided nature of the legislation. He emphasizes that prohibition may be ineffective if the black market problem is not solved, citing historical experience with alcohol prohibition.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a left-wing stance, supporting large families and criticizing income tax breaks for high earners. He argues that the previous coalition "went after large families" and that subsidies for high earners should be scrapped instead of implementing a car tax. This position is heavily focused on social justice, prioritizing less affluent families over wealthier ones.
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2025-04-08
Draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (571 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker takes a very strong stance against the car tax, demanding its complete repeal, effective retroactively from January 1st. He criticizes the government coalition’s tax hike policy and accuses them of deceiving voters, since none of the coalition parties promised to introduce a car tax before the election. He stresses that Isamaa has been opposed to the car tax from the very first moment and has fulfilled all its election promises.
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2025-02-19
Energy price

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The speaker clearly takes a critical position concerning the excessive profits generated by state-owned enterprises in the energy sector. There is strong opposition to the situation where Elering earns an 800% profit on electricity transmission, specifically by buying a megawatt-hour from Finland for 11.3 euros and selling it in Estonia for 192 euros.
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2025-02-19
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

Expresses strong opposition to the government's energy policy, particularly the state's €2.6 billion subsidy earmarked for offshore wind farms and new grid connection lines. Supports wind energy only on the condition that it competes in the market without state subsidies. Consistently emphasizes the problem of rising electricity prices for the end consumer and criticizes the current energy policy as detrimental to consumers.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Elron Ticket Price Increases on Regional Policy (No. 708)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The position strongly focuses on reducing regional inequality, stressing that the state and state-owned enterprises must actively implement measures. It supports the accessibility of public transport but criticizes the free public transport system, proposing a low, unified fare (70 cents) as an alternative. It expresses strong opposition to unfair ticket price hikes that negatively affect regional commuters.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Regional Representatives (no 706)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports reforming the regional governance system, stressing the necessity of granting regional leaders more substantive power and rights, including the right to attend cabinet meetings and veto certain decisions. He criticizes the current system, arguing that county governors (maavanemad) became overly political starting in 2010 and subsequently lost their role as economic developers.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Formulates strong positions defending oil shale energy, emphasizing its economic viability compared to renewable energy. Supports implementing a market-based approach in the energy sector, where all producers should operate on a level playing field. Expresses clear opposition to the current government's energy policy, labeling it the wrong direction. Represents the stance of the Isamaa party, promising that poor decisions should not become the burden of the Estonian people and businesses.
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2025-02-17
Investigation into the failure of the education agreement (no 704)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly states their position regarding the failure of the education agreement, accusing the Eesti 200 party of unfair scapegoating and stressing that local government leaders cannot sign contracts that lack a solid funding guarantee. The speaker defends the stance of the Isamaa party and criticizes Eesti 200's Tallinn-centric approach.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs (no 684)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear position in favor of maintaining schools for children with special educational needs, strongly emphasizing the needs of local communities. His stance is moderate, yet firm—he is not demanding a categorical halt to changes, but instead seeks practical solutions for preserving and developing the existing schools.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly advocates for Estonia's energy independence, strongly criticizing the reliance solely on renewable energy sources. They emphasize the need to utilize biomass-based energy and question the Prime Minister's energy policy, particularly concerning the calculation of electricity production costs. The stance is strictly centered on energy security.
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2025-01-29
Elektrilevi's operations

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance regarding the double standards exhibited by state-owned enterprises, stressing emphatically that Elektrilevi should not be using Belarusian-origin cables that are subject to EU sanctions. His position is a matter of principle: state-owned companies must not operate differently from private businesses when it comes to sanctions. The speaker demands clear answers and consistency in the implementation of state policy.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

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

The speaker consistently opposes the motor vehicle tax, arguing it is a failed piece of legislation that primarily harms the most vulnerable groups in society: young families, pensioners, and large families. He sharply criticizes the current coalition for the tax hikes, asserting that all these increases serve only to fund the income tax breaks granted to high-earners within the Reform Party. He demands snap elections and promises that the Isamaa party will only enter a coalition that makes repealing the motor vehicle tax its first order of business.
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2025-01-21
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker forcefully opposes the car tax, basing their argument on the principles of the Isamaa party. They strongly emphasize that the car tax constitutes a betrayal of voters, as none of the coalition parties promised its implementation before the elections. The speaker sharply criticizes the government's policy of raising taxes and demands cuts to state expenditures and a reduction in bureaucracy instead of tax hikes.
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2025-01-21
Draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the Feed Act (546 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance towards the government and the ministries, strongly emphasizing that ministers are granted excessive decision-making powers without adequate parliamentary oversight and transparency. They express concern regarding Estonia's isolated position on the issue of VAT on foodstuffs, and criticize the government's decisions which place Estonian businesses at a competitive disadvantage within the context of the European Union.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker is a strong proponent of increasing Estonia's defense spending, but clearly voices concern about whether 1.6 billion euros is actually enough to guarantee the country's defense capabilities. They stress the necessity of acquiring long-range missiles and are calling for active diplomatic engagement with the US Congress to negotiate the possibility of purchasing a larger volume of weaponry.
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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

The speaker strongly supports reducing the expense allowances for the Riigikogu and emphasizes that Parliament must set an example during a period of nationwide austerity. However, he criticizes the government, which, in his estimation, is failing to show the same leadership when it comes to cutting costs. The speaker demands greater transparency and integrity in political decision-making.
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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

The speaker adopts a firm stance in favor of increasing state budget transparency, demanding a clear separation between the payroll fund and operating expenditures. He sharply criticizes the Social Democrats' influence on the budget process and the use of the government reserve for making political decisions. The position is clearly oppositional, emphasizing the need for collegial decisions in the Riigikogu instead of unilateral decisions by ministers.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a pro-business stance, expressing strong opposition to the amendments to the Accounting Act. He criticizes the tax policy changes introduced by the governing parties, particularly the implementation of the car tax and the increase in the land tax, stressing that these measures are detrimental to entrepreneurship. As a member of the Isamaa Party, he explicitly states that the party cannot support the current draft bill.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the government's fiscal policy, focusing specifically on how tax hikes affect ordinary citizens. There is strong criticism directed at the contradictory actions of the Social Democrat minister concerning public transport funding—simultaneously slashing existing allocations while demanding additional resources. The speaker particularly highlights the plight of middle-income earners and pensioners in light of these tax increases.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a strongly opposing stance regarding the security tax law, arguing that it is an "omnibus tax" that does not actually go toward security. He emphasizes that the tax harms the most vulnerable groups: pensioners and families with many children. He accuses the government of spreading lies and concealing tax hikes behind the rhetoric of defense spending.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clearly opposing stance regarding the governing coalition's tax hikes, sharply criticizing the continuation of this "tax hike frenzy." There is strong resistance to the increases in excise duties on alcohol, tobacco, fuel, and electricity, as well as increases in income tax, VAT, and land tax. It is emphasized that the Isamaa Party cannot support such a bill, and they promise to abolish the car tax and review all tax increases upon coming to power.
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2024-12-05
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa party and strongly defends family-centered social policy. He consistently stresses that all positive social decisions (support for pensioners living alone, benefits for large families, increasing child allowance) were made while Isamaa was part of the government. He takes a strong, protective stance regarding the interests of pensioners and large families.
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2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a distinctly left-wing position, strongly criticizing the Reform Party’s economic policy and its impact on families. He/She asserts that the Reform Party has driven the country into "deep poverty" and that parents are now "counting every single penny." The speaker supports the right of parents to decide how daily allowances are used and demands that local municipalities should not be allowed to usurp this right. Furthermore, he/she strongly stresses the importance of the Estonian language within the state.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

He/She voices strong opposition to the security tax, labeling it the "tax on the income tax exemption for high earners" and a levy designed to fulfill the Reform Party's campaign pledges. He/She sharply criticizes the coalition's tax hikes, especially their effect on vulnerable groups such as pensioners and lower-income wage earners. He/She supports Isamaa's proposal to interrupt the second reading of the draft legislation.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a clearly adversarial stance toward the government's excise policy, strongly asserting that tax hikes damage the economy. He supports lowering excise taxes or at least halting the increases, citing the 2020 experience as a positive example. His position is that the government should provide businesses with the certainty that taxes will not be raised at least until the next elections.
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2024-12-04
Reasonably priced electricity

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker clearly takes a stand on protecting the transparency of state-owned companies and ensuring fair competition. They strongly urge scrutiny of Eesti Energia’s activities, particularly concerning wood chip procurements, where they accuse the company of avoiding public tenders and paying inflated prices. Furthermore, the speaker strongly supports converting old oil shale boilers to pellet fuel as a cheaper alternative for producing green energy.
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2024-11-21
Second reading of the bill amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the bill amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker represents the Isamaa Party and takes a categorically opposing stance on the income tax amendments, claiming that the Reform Party intends to "grant income tax exemption to the rich at the expense of the poor." They strongly support the current progressive income tax system, which Isamaa introduced in 2015. They consistently criticize the coalition's policies and demand transparency in decision-making processes.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurs and the Tax Procedure Act (463 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker supports simplifying the taxation of business income, particularly raising the 40,000 euro threshold. They express approval for the consensus reached between the Reform Party and Isamaa on this issue, which demonstrates a pragmatic approach to inter-party cooperation regarding economic matters.
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2024-11-21
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other laws accordingly (establishing compulsory schooling) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance on the government's education policy, arguing that they are "on the right track, but have started off on the wrong foot." He strongly supports the availability of free education, but criticizes the current system where an individual cannot simultaneously obtain both vocational and higher education for free. He accuses the Social Democrats of restricting access to vocational education and demands a clear "one time free vocational education and one time free higher education" principle.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker heavily emphasizes strict adherence to parliamentary procedures and legislative order. They clearly stress that amendments cannot be introduced during the first reading, and the committee is obligated to deliberate on all proposed amendments. This stance is procedure-focused and underscores the importance of following formal rules.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly advocates for a constitutional amendment that restricts the voting rights of non-citizens, citing Moldova and Georgia as cautionary examples. The stance is clearly conservative and security-centric, stressing the necessity of protecting Estonia’s freedom from foreign influence. The speaker criticizes the coalition's half-hearted approach and demands decisive action.
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2024-11-20
Third reading of the draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pensioner support) (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker clearly adopts a left-wing social welfare position, strongly advocating for the interests of pensioners and the most vulnerable members of society. They sharply criticize the government's tax hikes and cuts to support for the vulnerable, stressing that these policies only serve to make the poor even poorer. The strength of this stance is evident in the categorical refusal to support the draft bill and the emotional appeal made to protect "our parents and grandparents."
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker represents the Isamaa Party and consistently adopts a confrontational stance regarding the governing coalition's tax increases and cuts to social benefits. Particular criticism is leveled at the 30% reduction of the large family allowance, the lowering of the parental benefit ceiling, and the drastic increase in out-of-pocket costs for medical services. This position clearly favors family policy and the protection of vulnerable groups, while opposing tax hikes.
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2024-11-20
Infrastructure

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The speaker clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the Rail Baltic project, heavily emphasizing the necessity of budget discipline and transparency. While he does support the Pärnu-Tallinn railway connection, he objects to the project's overall handling and the allocation of resources. The speaker demands that any costs exceeding 700 million euros must be brought back to the Riigikogu for re-ratification.
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2024-11-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker clearly adopts a left-wing social democratic stance, strongly advocating for family benefits and the rights of parents with young children. He/She expresses sharp opposition to the policies of the Reform Party, accusing them of diverting funds to provide income tax breaks for high earners at the expense of family benefits. The position is emotionally charged and uncompromising.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

Takes a sharply oppositional stance regarding the 2025 state budget, labeling it a "confidence-destroying budget." It is strongly asserted that the government is harming the weakest segments of society—pensioners, large families, and the elderly living alone. It is stressed that 800 million is being collected through the security tax, yet only 70 million is allocated to defense expenditures. The remainder, it is claimed, serves the income tax exemption for high-wage earners.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the 2024 supplementary budget, calling it "the biggest screw-up" to ever come out of the Ministry of Finance. He/She strongly criticizes the government's budget policy, particularly the use of "political earmarks" (or pork-barrel spending) following the Social Democrats joining the coalition. The speaker emphasizes the role of the Isamaa party in initiating the critical scrutiny of the carry-over funds.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The speaker adopts a distinctly oppositional stance regarding the government’s budget policy, sharply criticizing the lack of transparency in the state budget and the decision-making process. He strongly advocates for stimulating economic growth through the budget and argues that the 2021–2022 activity-based budget was successful, as it resulted in Europe’s fastest economic growth. The speaker demands that the budget’s second reading be halted and calls for a more thorough discussion.
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2024-11-13
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The speaker takes a clear stance in the energy sector, strongly supporting the need for dispatchable electricity generation while criticizing the current energy policy. They advocate a moderate approach, acknowledging the necessity of renewable energy but emphasizing the importance of practical solutions, such as the potential transition to pellet fuel. The position is distinctly performance-driven, focusing on concrete economic outcomes and energy security.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a very clear and categorical stance against the motor vehicle tax, declaring that Isamaa will only enter a coalition that repeals this tax. He heavily criticizes the Reform Party's income tax break for high earners, which he views as the primary justification for the car tax. He expresses fierce opposition to new taxes and tax hikes, stressing that these harm ordinary people and the economy.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clearly opposing position on the Reform Party's tax policy, arguing that the purpose of the series of tax hikes over the past eighteen months is to grant income tax exemption to high earners. They support alternative solutions, such as spending cut plans, and strongly criticize the passing of the motor vehicle tax law, which they seek to repeal.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The speaker is heavily focused on energy and infrastructure issues, adopting a distinctly critical stance toward the government’s actions. They emphasize the negative impact of rising energy prices on the economy and people’s ability to cope, noting that prices are more than double what they were in 2020. The speaker demands specific answers regarding the priorities and costs of infrastructure projects.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker openly confronts the Minister of Finance, focusing on issues of state budget transparency and accountability. His main position is that ministries must not submit unsubstantiated budget lines, and he demands clarity regarding the allocation of 9 million euros for comprehensive national defense investments.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports revoking the voting rights of citizens of Russia and Belarus, as well as holders of the grey passport, in local elections. This stance is security-centric, emphasizing the potential interference of foreign states in Estonia’s electoral processes. The speaker demands a clear position on this issue from the Social Democrats.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a strongly oppositional stance on the 2025 state budget, demanding its rejection at the first reading. He accuses the government of compiling a "blind and black budget," asserting that tens of millions of euros in political "pork barrel" funds are concealed within it. He is especially sharp in his criticism of the lack of transparency and the alleged partisan distribution of money ahead of the local elections.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly opposes the security tax bill, arguing that it is essentially a tax designed to fund the Reform Party's election promise of income tax exemption for high earners. He consistently criticizes the government's policy of tax hikes, asserting that these measures drive people into poverty and push businesses into hardship. He supports reducing taxes to revitalize the economy, citing the successful measures implemented during 2020–2021.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance regarding the government's fiscal policy, strongly demanding greater transparency in the state budget. He sharply criticizes the actions of the Social Democrat ministers who, he claims, are hiding millions in investments and political pork-barrel spending within the budget lines. The speaker supports mandatory, detailed budget disclosure, rather than a voluntary approach.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is taking a clearly opposing stance regarding the government's proposed amendments to the Imprisonment Act. He strongly criticizes the contradictory nature of the draft bill, which claims to achieve cost savings but actually requires hiring 15 new employees for just 10 detainees. His position is a matter of principle: a functioning system is being dismantled without any justifiable necessity.
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2024-10-16
Electrical supply

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker strongly supports Estonia's energy independence and the development of dispatchable power generation. He advocates for using pellet energy in electricity production, claiming that it is a cheaper alternative to wind farms (80 million vs 2 billion euros). The speaker emphasizes that Estonia must guarantee its consumers reasonable electricity prices and the security of the electricity supply.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The commentator strongly rejects the increase in excise taxes, asserting that it impoverishes people and harms the economy. They strongly support lowering taxes, pointing to the successful experience in 2020 when excise duties were cut and the economy expanded. They criticize the government's policy, which, in their view, is killing business and damaging Estonia's competitiveness.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Clearly articulates the position of the Isamaa party, which is categorically opposed to the income tax exemption for high earners, justifying this stance by citing a half-a-billion-euro cost to the state budget. It supports increasing defense spending but strongly criticizes the current approach to tax hikes, arguing that while over 800 million euros are being collected through the national defense tax, the actual expenditure next year will only be 70 million. It proposes alternative savings measures, such as reducing the number of white-collar workers in the public sector and suspending state contributions to the second pension pillar.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The commentator takes a clearly critical stance on the government’s budget policy, highlighting the contradiction between the austerity policy and the actual spending. His position is strong and direct: he demands an explanation for why, despite the budget being "in the red," savings are not being implemented, but ministers are instead creating discretionary funds (or 'pork-barrel money') for themselves.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker has adopted a distinctly critical position regarding the government's budget policy and administrative reforms. They are demanding transparency and comprehensive explanations concerning the inter-ministerial restructuring, while heavily stressing the necessity of responsible budget planning.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker clearly opposes the amendments to the Family Benefits Act, strongly emphasizing that successful families are being penalized for their success. His position is that successful individuals drive the Estonian economy forward and should not be fleeced. The criticism is directed against a system which, in his view, harms working people and forces them to go to work while sick.
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Blood Act (476 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the government, focusing his criticism on bureaucracy and the restructuring of state institutions. He strongly supports competition and transparency regarding public procurement within the healthcare sector. He stresses the necessity of cost savings and efficiency, while criticizing the current division of labor among various agencies.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income and amending other acts in consequence (463 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Articulates clear opposition to the expansion of the business account (ettevõtluskonto), stressing that this will result in a state budget deficit of over 4 million euros for only 196 users. It supports Isamaa’s previous decisions to set the business account limit at 25,000 euros, but argues that the business account should not compete with a private limited company (OÜ). It demands clarification regarding who commissioned the draft bill and questions the rationale behind the amendments.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act and the Tax Procedure Act (462 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on issues of VAT policy, particularly the clarification of tax obligations among European Union member states. They adopt a questioning approach toward the possibilities of VAT exemption, examining the system's potential loopholes.
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2024-09-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Funded Pensions Act and Other Acts (464 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on issues concerning the funded pension system, particularly the link between the second and third pension pillars. His position is constructively inquisitive—he seeks clarity regarding the treatment of inheritance within the pension system and gently criticizes the fact that only one proposal out of many was considered during the drafting of the bill.
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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 clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the current coalition's working procedures, arguing that the opposition lacks the opportunity to initiate discussion or employ obstruction tactics, either in the committees or on the floor of the main chamber. They stress that voting is conducted along party lines, not based on individual conscience, which prevents genuine debate.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker takes a firm stand against the proposed amendments to the Income Tax Act, dismissing them as nothing more than "shuffling money from one pocket to another." He voices fierce opposition to making the land tax compulsory, labeling it the "enslavement of property owners" and the "bondage of the people." While supporting municipal autonomy, he argues that the current draft legislation burdens local governments with obligations rather than empowering them with rights.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker consistently takes a stand against the motor vehicle tax, sharply criticizing the government's tax policy. They strongly oppose granting income tax exemptions to high earners (a measure costing 500 million euros), highlighting the inherent unfairness of this decision. The speaker actively supports the interests of disabled people and pensioners, arguing that the recent increase in their benefits is insufficient. Furthermore, they advocate for maintaining child benefits, linking any potential cuts to a decline in the birth rate.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The speaker primarily focuses on tax policy matters, raising critical questions regarding the introduction of new taxes and the increase in income tax. The stance is skeptical toward the government’s tax plans, specifically questioning the distribution of the billion-euro tax burden and its impact on high-income earners.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker adopts a very clear and strong stance against the motor vehicle tax, stressing that the Isamaa Party is categorically opposed to its implementation. They support the president’s decision not to promulgate the law and demand the complete rejection of the bill. The speaker sharply criticizes the government’s policy of tax hikes, arguing that it harms the poor and the middle class and serves only the interests of the highly paid.
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2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Bill Amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

The speaker expresses fierce opposition to the proposed amendments to the Land Tax Act, labeling the measure "the saddest bill" and "the most hostile bill directed against the people and businesses of Estonia." He underscores the significance of the tax exemption for residential land, which has been in place since 2013, and asserts that the new legislation will effectively strip people of their homes. He is presenting the stance of the Isamaa party and highlights the critical importance of local government autonomy in the setting of taxes.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

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

The speaker consistently maintains a position opposing the land tax hike, asserting that the draft legislation is "criminal" and will plunge residents and entrepreneurs into severe financial hardship. He strongly advocates for municipal autonomy regarding taxation and demands the suspension of the bill's proceedings so that errors can be corrected. The speaker stresses that the tax exemption for land under one's home must be preserved.
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

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

The speaker is taking a strong oppositional stance against the development of nuclear energy in Estonia, stressing that Estonia must not become a "nuclear state." They support the development of renewable energy and criticize the current energy policy, arguing that the energy problems are a result of poor decisions made by the government and state-owned enterprises. They demand that the question of nuclear energy must be an issue for the 2027 general elections, rather than a decision made by the current Parliament (Riigikogu).
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

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

The speaker consistently takes a stand against tax hikes, particularly concerning the motor vehicle tax. Representing the Isamaa party, he sharply criticizes the ruling coalition's tax policy, arguing that it is detrimental to the Estonian economy and its people. The position is clearly oppositional and categorical—demanding a tax moratorium and the repeal of existing tax increases.
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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 speaker takes a clear stand against the disproportionately long duration of court proceedings, strongly emphasizing the need for reforms. This position is powerfully critical of the current system, where legal disputes over small sums (7–200 euros) drag on for over five years, or even ten years.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker consistently opposes tax hikes, specifically targeting the car tax, the proposed increase in land tax, and changes to income tax. He/She strongly criticizes the government's economic policy, arguing that these tax increases will push the economy into recession and exacerbate poverty among the populace. The speaker emphasizes that Isamaa offers a viable alternative to tax increases and calls on voters to support their party.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker consistently opposes the amendments to the Land Tax Act, arguing that they restrict the autonomy of local municipalities and increase the tax burden. He strongly advocates for the right of local governments to independently decide on the imposition of land tax, citing his experience in 2011 with the implementation of the land tax exemption for residential land. The position is clearly conservative, emphasizing the protection of taxpayer rights and the independence of local authorities.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The speaker vehemently opposes the amendments to the Income Tax Act, especially the abolition of the income tax exemption for pensioners. He accuses the coalition of breaking campaign promises and concealing tax hikes during the election. He emphasizes that the coalition is "going after the weakest"—at the expense of pensioners and children.
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2024-05-15
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy) (308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker is a strong proponent of developing renewable energy but stresses the necessity of having dispatchable power and is critical of the current energy policy. He contends that shutting down shale oil power plants without viable alternatives would pose a danger. Instead, he supports transitioning to pellets as a greener solution. His stance is pragmatic: he backs all electricity generation options, but insists that the final cost of the entire system should not be borne solely by the end consumer.
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2024-05-15
Measures to boost the economy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The speaker adopts a clearly adversarial stance towards Minister of Economic Affairs Tiit Riisalo, sharply criticizing the minister's backing of an unfair tax break for platform services. He strongly stresses the need for equal treatment of enterprises in taxation, especially within the platform services sector, where some companies are obligated to pay VAT while others are exempt. The government is accused of prioritizing the commercial interests of specific private entities over the public good.
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2024-05-13
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker consistently adopts a strong opposition stance against the government's tax policy, focusing on the protection of pensioners and families. He expresses categorical opposition to the abolition of the income tax exemption for the average pension and sharply criticizes the government for breaking its promises. He stresses the necessity of protecting the most vulnerable segments of society—pensioners and families—and demands honesty from the government regarding future tax increases.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a pragmatic and economy-focused position on the nuclear energy question, stressing the necessity of having dispatchable power and the importance of minimizing costs for the end consumer. He supports diversifying energy sources and suggests producing electricity from pellets as an alternative, which would cost 80 million euros compared to the billions required to build a nuclear power plant. The speaker criticizes previous decisions that stalled the development of wind farms and insists that the final price must be the deciding factor in all energy choices.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker supports the option of electronic voting in principle, but expresses strong concern regarding the fairness and equality of the system. They demand stricter limitations on the ability to change e-votes and longer verification periods, emphasizing that the current system does not guarantee equal treatment between paper ballots and e-votes. The position is reform-oriented but cautious, calling for additional safeguards.
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2024-04-17
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The speaker adopts a clear and forceful stance on the issue of citizenship, demanding that the right to vote in local elections should belong solely to Estonian citizens and EU citizens. He/She strongly emphasizes the security risk posed by citizens of the Russian Federation who participate in Estonian local elections while simultaneously voting for Putin in the Russian presidential elections.
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2024-04-17
Sugar tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

On the topic of the sugar tax, the speaker adopts a clearly opposing stance, stressing that the sweet tax has not resulted in weight loss in any country where it has been implemented. They also highlight budgetary concerns, demanding clarity regarding the necessity of the 25 million euros. Furthermore, the speaker expresses a critical view of the government’s healthcare policy and the expenditures of the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa).
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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 speaker takes a firm stance on the issue of inequality within cultural policy, criticizing the principles governing the distribution of state funding. They stress emphatically that the current system unfairly favors Tallinn-based theaters, leaving unsupported those who actually provide cultural services in rural regions.
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2024-04-10
State Budget Revenues and Expenditures

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance toward the government's fiscal policy, stressing the necessity of securing additional resources for the state budget and criticizing the administration's failure to enforce tax collection. While strongly supporting austerity measures within the ministries, the speaker simultaneously calls for more proactive steps to boost tax revenue, particularly in the biofuel sector.
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2024-04-09
First Reading of the Crypto-Asset Market Act Bill (398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker fundamentally supports the regulation of the crypto-asset market but expresses strong opposition to rules that are stricter than the European Union directives. They emphasize a business-friendly approach, criticizing the excessive tightening of regulations, which could impede investments into Estonia. They support the principle that money must only be generated through business activity.
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2024-04-09
First Reading of the Draft Law on Debt Collectors and Debt Purchasers (376 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker adopts a clearly balanced position on the issue of the Credit and Debt Collection Act, essentially supporting the bill's overall direction but calling for substantial amendments. He stresses the necessity of protecting both creditors and debtors, criticizing the current approach, which he believes unduly favors debtors. He calls for a practical approach to legislation, highlighting contradictions between share capital requirements and the amounts of fines imposed.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Articulates strong criticism of the government's IT policy and energy decisions, emphasizing systemic failures and the negative consequences of poor choices. The speaker strongly supports keeping oil shale in the energy mix and criticizes plans for its phase-out as hypocritical. Skepticism is also expressed regarding the reliability of e-voting, citing a survey showing that only 54% of the population trusts the system.
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2024-04-02
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker adopts a cautious and skeptical stance regarding the amendments to the Food Act, focusing primarily on an analysis of the practical consequences and associated costs. Their main concern is the economic impact of the law on businesses and the growth of bureaucracy, rather than the food safety principles themselves.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly opposes the introduction of the car tax, accusing the governing coalition of deceiving voters, as none of the coalition parties had promised to implement such a tax prior to the elections. They advocate for lowering taxes to stimulate the economy and argue that eliminating the income tax exemption for high earners would resolve budget issues without the need for new taxation. Furthermore, the speaker criticizes the government’s economic policy, claiming that decisions made over the last two years have led the economy into a decline.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Articulates strong opposition to the central city densification model and the "15-minute city" concept, stressing the need to maintain Estonia's balanced settlement structure. It supports the preservation of rural life and criticizes the government's economic policy, claiming that the 2023 budget deficit amounted to 300–400 million euros. Furthermore, it calls for a more realistic approach to the green transition, criticizing the overly rapid changes being implemented in the electric vehicle sector.
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2024-03-20
They are lying with unbelievable brazenness! Why?

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The speaker takes a clear position in favor of a market-based approach in the energy sector, opposing state subsidies and the practice of burdening consumers with network fees. He emphasizes the importance of market competition and criticizes the current system, where end consumers are forced to "foot the bill for someone else's business."
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2024-03-20
Environmental Friendliness and Taxes

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The speaker clearly advocates for the strict observance of environmental regulations, heavily stressing the necessity of fair competition within the biofuel market sector. They support greater public oversight and transparency, calling for the disclosure of biofuel blending mandates. Furthermore, the speaker sharply criticizes the passivity of state regulatory bodies and demands immediate intervention in the investigation of potential breaches.
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2024-03-20
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The speaker takes a clear stance against the income tax reform, arguing that cancelling the reform—which costs half a billion—would solve half the problems. This position is strongly motivated by economic policy considerations and is aimed at criticizing specific political decisions.
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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 speaker takes a strong supportive position regarding the improvement of teachers' working conditions, underscoring the Isamaa party's leadership role in the field of education. He/She advocates for a greater role for the state in education, positively referencing state-run high schools and free higher education. The speaker criticizes the current coalition, claiming that they fail to appreciate previous positive achievements.
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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

The speaker adopts a fiercely critical stance on the current government's tax increases, asserting that these hikes have pushed 75% of the population into poverty. He heavily emphasizes individual responsibility for health, yet simultaneously calls for the state to invest more in infrastructure that supports healthcare. He supports conditional higher education, specifically requiring doctors trained at the state's expense to work within Estonia.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports Estonia's energy independence and the production of dispatchable electricity, particularly highlighting the use of wood pellet dust in oil shale boilers as a rapidly deployable solution. He/She sharply criticizes the operations and infrastructure management of Elering, demanding greater focus on implementing practical energy solutions. The speaker advocates for diverse methods of energy production, including combining wind and solar power.
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2024-03-06
Spreading misinformation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The speaker takes a clear stance on energy matters, strongly backing the production of pellets and the modernization of the Narva power plants as a practical green solution. He stresses the urgent need for swift action to avert an electricity crisis this winter, and demands concrete steps from the government to oversee the operations of Elering.
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2024-03-06
Availability of electricity

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The speaker adopts a clearly critical stance regarding Elering’s operations, accusing the company of profiting from electrical cable faults. He strongly supports Estonian energy independence and the development of dispatchable electricity, offering concrete solutions such as converting the Narva oil shale boilers to run on pellet dust. This position is heavily economically motivated, focusing on reducing costs for both consumers and businesses.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The commentator adopts a clearly critical position regarding the government's energy policy, accusing previous ministers of making poor decisions. They strongly support the continued use of biogas in public transport after 2030 and the conversion of oil shale boilers to pulverized pellet fuel. The author demands improvements in Elering's management and strongly criticizes the handling of the long-term repair of the Estlink cable.
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2024-03-05
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Recall of a member of the Supervisory Board of the State Forest Management Centre and appointment of a new member" (386 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker takes a clear opposition stance regarding the government's economic policy, strongly criticizing the Reform Party's decisions in the energy sector (including delays to the LNG terminal and the opening of the high-voltage line) and the recent tax increases. They emphasize the importance of business experience in political decision-making and oppose the introduction of the progressive income tax step (or "income tax hump") in 2025, which they estimate will result in a half-billion-euro fiscal loss for the state budget.
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (345 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is taking a clearly supportive stance on amending the Income Tax Act, strongly stressing the necessity of increasing the tax-free daily allowance for international road transport drivers to 75 euros per day. The core argument centers on the principle of ensuring equal treatment for Estonian businesses compared to those in neighboring countries, specifically Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland. The speaker sharply criticizes the government’s economic policy, pointing out that the Estonian economy has been in decline for eight consecutive quarters and accusing the government of squandering 2 billion euros due to poor decision-making.
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Medicines Act (Bill 162 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports voluntary vaccination and opposes banning the sale of COVID-19 vaccines in Estonia. His position is that the state should not restrict people's right to choose regarding the vaccination of themselves and their families, emphasizing personal liberty and the right to choose in healthcare matters.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Regarding the Electricity Supply of Saaremaa (No. 68)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker clearly takes a position in favor of improving the electricity supply infrastructure, strongly stressing the necessity of expanding power line corridors and finding alternatives to oil shale energy. He actively supports the use of pellets at the Narva power plants after 2027, arguing that this approach is economically comparable to oil shale. He sharply criticizes Elering's past decisions, labeling them "stupid" and blaming them for the loss of a billion euros.
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2024-01-10
The economic situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker is clearly taking a stand against the Prime Minister, accusing him of spreading lies in Parliament. The core argument focuses on the LNG terminal issue, stressing that it was a private company's project, not a state initiative.
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2024-01-08
Interpellation concerning the rise in costs (No. 354)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Articulates strong opposition to the government's tax hikes, emphasizing that the total tax revenue is approaching half a million euros. He sharply criticizes the government's economic policy, asserting that the tax increases will push the economy into an even deeper crisis. The speaker also supports the financial standing of local governments and demands supplementary state budget funding for the education sector.
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2024-01-08
Interpellation concerning the impact of the Green Transition on the administrative area of the ministry under your leadership (No. 341)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker strongly advocates for the preservation of oil shale power and opposes a sudden energy transition. He criticizes the government’s decision to cease subsidies for biogas buses starting in 2030, as well as the planned closure of oil shale electricity production by 2027. He stresses the importance of energy security and calls for a pragmatic approach to developing renewables, insisting that viable alternatives must be fully operational before the use of fossil fuels is discontinued.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Threat to the Independence of Press Publications (No. 345)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker takes a clear stance on the fairness of media funding, criticizing the government's policy which allocates a million euros to support only three major media groups. He/She demands equal treatment for all newspapers, including regional papers. This position is clearly oppositional regarding the government's decisions.
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