By Plenary Sessions: Aivar Kokk
Total Sessions: 4
Fully Profiled: 4
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
It advocates for a lower tax burden, criticizing the nearly €2 billion increase in the tax burden, which is killing the economy and entrepreneurship. It supports retaining the 22% income tax rate, preferring even a 20% rate, and demands clarity on how the RES deficit will be covered. Furthermore, it calls for strict fiscal discipline and transparency in the distribution of state investments and subsidies (SmartCap, defense industry fund).
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker is vehemently opposed to tax increases (VAT, income tax, excise duties, motor vehicle tax), arguing that they strip money from individuals and businesses and stifle economic growth. They advocate for fiscal transparency and demand a detailed breakdown of revenue distribution. The budget itself is criticized as a "debt repayment hump" that primarily benefits high-earners, while those with lower incomes gain virtually nothing.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
They advocate for strict fiscal discipline and cost reduction during difficult times, standing against high levels of debt. They support cuts to the expenditure side of the state budget, while demanding information regarding potential redundancies or the scaling back of specific sectors.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Vehemently opposed to taxes, criticizing government policies that take billions of euros out of the pockets of individuals and businesses. It advocates for fiscal responsibility and criticizes government waste (specifically, unspent budget funds). It opposes the income tax exemption granted to high earners, which was paid for by subsequent tax increases.