By Plenary Sessions: Aivar Kokk
Total Sessions: 72
Fully Profiled: 72
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main legislative priority is amending the State Budget Act to make the budget more readable by itemizing expenditures (labor costs, economic support, social benefits, etc.) and revoking the minister's right to reallocate funds at their own discretion. He/She actively opposes the government's supplementary budget and tax increase bills, submitting amendments on behalf of the Isamaa Party.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is opposing the state budget bill and submitting a motion for its rejection on behalf of the Isamaa Party. He stresses the need for improved budget transparency to allow for the introduction of substantive amendments concerning the revenue side.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on controlling the execution of the state budget and managing expenditures, requiring information regarding the government's austerity measures.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The main priority is the repeal of the motor vehicle tax and the correction of errors in the draft bill concerning the income tax exemption for children. [The subject] is critical of the quality of the draft legislation and promises to also cancel the increase in the taxation of residential land.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on economic and infrastructure legislation, particularly the Atmospheric Air Protection Act and the Communications Act. It proposes halting the legislative process for draft bills that negatively impact the business environment. Furthermore, it calls for a more comprehensive analysis of draft legislation and the inclusion of business stakeholders' opinions in the lawmaking process.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
An active submitter of legislative initiatives, focusing on tax reform and increasing budgetary transparency. Consistently presents bills aimed at repealing the car tax, reforming the land tax, and amending the State Budget Act. Demands compliance with procedural requirements and the alignment of laws with the Constitution. Emphasizes the need to strengthen the Riigikogu’s role in budgetary oversight.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The subject actively initiates legislative proposals, particularly aimed at repealing the motor vehicle tax and regulating the license plate recognition system. As a participant in the work of the Finance Committee, their focus is on budgetary and tax legislation. They promise that should Isamaa form a coalition, the immediate priority would be the abolition of the motor vehicle tax, demonstrating a clear legislative focus.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
It focuses on the waste reform, treating it as the primary legislative priority that needs to be blocked. A specific proposal is put forward to reject the bill during the first reading. It criticizes the technical aspects of the law: the required number of containers, the organization of procurement processes, and the role of local municipalities. Furthermore, it highlights the flaws in the legislative process and the inadequate impact assessment.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the draft bill to repeal excise duty hikes and the issue of ending daylight saving time. It stresses the Riigikogu’s role in making decisions as opposed to simply following the advice of civil servants. It also references earlier legislation initiated by the Isamaa party, such as free higher education, support for large families, and teachers’ salaries.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
He/She presents a concrete four-point proposal: repealing the VAT hike, repealing the income tax increase, eliminating the income tax concession for high-wage earners, and abolishing the imposition of corporate profit tax. He/She stresses the speed and effectiveness of legislative work, citing decisions made within two weeks in 2020. Furthermore, he/she criticizes the quality of the government's draft legislation and the unsuccessful development of the SKAIS systems.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
It focuses on tax legislation, referencing specific draft bills and their first readings. It criticizes the conversion of temporary taxes into permanent ones and demands clarity regarding future tax amendments. It closely monitors developments in the legislative process.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on financial services regulatory legislation, asking detailed questions regarding banks, payment institutions, and e-money institutions. It actively engages in the analysis of tax legislation, particularly changes related to income tax and pension pillars. It also shows interest in anti-money laundering (AML) regulation and its impact on private individuals.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on amending the State Budget Act to bring it into compliance with the Constitution, requiring a more detailed breakdown of expenditures by program. It criticizes energy legislation, particularly the treatment of small consumers (private residences, apartment associations/HOAs). Furthermore, it stresses the necessity of reducing bureaucracy and protecting property owners' rights within environmental regulation.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on repealing amendments to the Land Tax Act, for which it has submitted the corresponding Isamaa draft bill. It actively addresses issues concerning the regulation of e-cigarettes. Regarding energy legislation, it criticizes current decisions and offers alternatives. It stresses the necessity of conducting a more thorough analysis of laws before their adoption, aiming to prevent situations where even the drafters fail to understand the content of the legislation.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Focuses on budget and tax policy, particularly the reform of the income tax system and the preservation of family benefits. They are active in the Finance Committee and systematically address issues concerning the state's fiscal priorities.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
They are presenting a specific draft bill to repeal the car tax, effective retroactively from January 1st. They are actively engaged in budget and tax legislation, serving on the Finance Committee. They criticize the government's legislative initiatives and demand a more thorough analysis of the laws' potential effects before their adoption.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The text refers to a bill currently under deliberation in the Riigikogu concerning payments for frequency maintenance (50 million euros starting next year). It focuses on energy legislation and the regulation of state-owned enterprises, although specific legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
2025-02-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses on issues of regional policy, energy, and public transport. It demands clear legislative solutions for defining the future of schools and specifying the mandates of regional leaders. It supports strengthening the county level within the state administrative system.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Focuses on energy policy issues, particularly the promotion of biomass-based energy production in oil shale boilers. Demonstrates interest in specific technical solutions, such as the 50% utilization of biomass in Auvere. The focus is on the legislative aspects of energy security and independence.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker is concentrating on the oversight function, utilizing the Q&A session to hold the government accountable. They are demanding explanations regarding the activities of state-owned enterprises and the implementation of sanctions policy. The focus is specifically on the scrutiny function, rather than initiating new legislation.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker's central legislative priority is the repeal of the motor vehicle tax — he has submitted a corresponding bill and is actively gathering support. He is actively involved in legislation concerning finance and taxation, participates in the work of the Finance Committee, and submits questions to ministers. The speaker is also a critic of energy legislation, particularly concerning the regulation of the electricity market.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on tax legislation and state budget matters, positioning himself as the primary critic of the motor vehicle tax law. He is demanding tighter regulation of the powers granted to ministers and the requirement that draft regulations be included alongside the main bills. Furthermore, he is addressing the law concerning the implementation of the European Union's agricultural policy, criticizing its lack of clarity and the excessive authority it grants to ministers.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the internal affairs of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), specifically the regulation of expense allowances and budget transparency. It supports the draft legislation aimed at reducing these allowances but calls for a more comprehensive approach. It stresses the necessity of clarifying how the funds saved will be utilized.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on budgetary legislation and the work of the Finance Committee. He/She calls for clearer structuring of budget lines and the strengthening of Parliament's role in the budgetary process. His/Her legislative focus is aimed at improving the transparency and control of the budget process.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on opposing tax legislation, with the promise to abolish the car tax as the first step upon taking office. [The speaker/party] criticizes the "security tax" omnibus bill, arguing that it breaks the spring promise not to introduce any more omnibus legislation. They also mention previous experience rewriting laws in the Economic Affairs Committee, citing the Uber regulation as an example.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
It focuses on social benefits legislation, mentioning specific measures such as the allowance for single-living pensioners, support for large families, and child allowance rates. It positions itself as a defender of previous positive legislation and an opponent of the current budget cuts.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on issues concerning tax legislation and budgetary policy, posing detailed questions regarding the Excise Duty Act and the security tax. Actively engages in the analysis of the Kindergarten Act, criticizing its impact on parents. Makes proposals to suspend the proceedings for draft legislation.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker focuses on issues concerning the oversight of state-owned enterprises and the reform of the energy sector. They call for concrete steps at the board level and support the enforcement of legislation regarding public procurement. Their focus is more on the control function than on initiating new laws.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on budget and social policy bills, particularly changes to the tax system and the reduction of social benefits. Actively participates in debates on education legislation, emphasizing the accessibility of vocational and higher education. Proposes the rejection of bills and consistently votes against coalition initiatives.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The speaker focuses on budget oversight and demands that should Rail Baltic costs be exceeded, the project must return to the Riigikogu for re-ratification. He emphasizes the importance of adhering to state budget procedures and calls for clear allocations specifically for Rail Baltic.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
Focuses intensely on amendments to the State Budget Act and improving budget transparency. Supports the principles of activity-based budgeting but demands its better implementation. Submits specific amendment proposals and requires more detailed reporting from ministries. Criticizes the amendments to the State Budget Act that grant ministers too much freedom in reallocating funds.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
It focuses on energy policy issues, particularly renewable energy targets for 2030 and the need for dispatchable energy. It demands specific answers from the government regarding the direction of energy policy and the management of state-owned enterprises. It emphasizes the need for political decisions to ensure energy security.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative priority is the repeal of the motor vehicle tax, for which Isamaa has already submitted a specific draft bill. It criticizes the car tax and land tax legislation, calling them "the year's negative proposals." The focus is on analyzing the budget law and addressing taxation issues. It calls upon Riigikogu members to support Isamaa's bill.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on repealing the motor vehicle tax bill, which he views as a prime example of the government's failed policy. He criticizes the bill, noting that while it supposedly supports public transport, it simultaneously slashes funding for public transport. He supports infrastructure projects (like Rail Baltic and road development) but insists on keeping costs strictly controlled and ensuring realistic planning.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on the discussion of the State Budget Act and the improvement of parliamentary procedures. He proposes a specific format for the minister's report during the second reading and calls for greater clarity in the overall budget process. The legislative focus is procedural, aimed at streamlining parliamentary operations and increasing transparency.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
It focuses on budget and tax legislation, submitting specific draft bills aimed at improving the transparency of the state budget. It proposes the rejection of certain bills and demands amendments to existing laws to mandate that ministries disclose detailed information regarding investments. It stresses the importance of quality and transparency in the legislative process.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker focuses on energy policy issues, particularly the need for dispatchable electricity generation and the organization of public procurements. They raise specific political questions regarding government decisions and request that these topics be addressed at the government level, showing an active interest in shaping energy legislation and policy.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on the analysis and opposition of budget and tax legislation. It proposes rejecting the amendments to the Income Tax Act during the first reading. It emphasizes the quality of lawmaking, criticizing the drafting of bills where the explanatory memorandum does not correspond to the actual content of the law. It commits to submitting amendments during the committee's work.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on analyzing and criticizing specific legislative bills, particularly those related to the social sector and administrative reform. It demands more detailed explanations regarding proposed legislative changes and their potential impact. It stresses the significance of budgetary considerations within the legislation, requiring clarity on the sources of funding. It operates primarily as a critical analyst rather than an initiator.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on a draft law concerning the expansion of the Health Board's mandate. He/She is demanding legislative amendments that would ensure the mandatory organization of public procurement and the preservation of competition in the provision of healthcare services.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
It focuses on pension reform, regulations concerning business accounts, and VAT issues. It operates primarily as a critical observer, questioning the rationale and impact of government proposals rather than initiating legislative proposals itself.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Focuses on the procedural organization of the Riigikogu and the functioning of parliamentary democracy. It emphasizes the need to guarantee the opposition's rights and opportunities for participation in the legislative process.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The focus is on opposition to the motor vehicle tax law, criticizing its impact on the most vulnerable. It actively engages with amendments to tax legislation, especially regulations concerning income tax and land tax. It emphasizes the necessity of reversing decisions that are detrimental to families and the economy.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker focuses on budget and tax legislation, especially the financing of defense expenditures and income tax regulation. They operate more in the role of a questioner and critic, rather than as an initiator of legislative initiatives, at least based on the speeches provided.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Focuses on activities opposing the motor vehicle tax bill, demanding its complete rejection. Actively engages in the analysis of tax legislation, including proposed amendments to the Land Tax Act. Emphasizes the necessity of heeding the president's views on legislative matters.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
The speaker is heavily focused on land tax legislation and local government reforms. They were actively involved in the passing of the 2013 law granting tax exemption for residential land and are now fighting to protect it. The legislative focus is clearly in the field of taxation and local governance, emphasizing the need to protect existing tax benefits and the autonomy of local municipalities.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
An active opponent of the motor vehicle tax and land tax legislation, proposing the termination of the proceedings. He focuses on energy legislation, maintaining a critical stance regarding the development of nuclear energy in Estonia. He emphasizes the quality of lawmaking and demands more thorough analysis before making important decisions.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on tax legislation, submitting amendments to the land tax and car tax bills. They demand the withdrawal of the bills and actively participate in voting processes. The main focus is opposing tax legislation and offering alternatives.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Focuses intensively on analyzing and opposing Draft Land Tax Act 437. Makes a concrete proposal to reject the bill during its first reading. References previous legislative work related to establishing the tax exemption for land under one's home in 2013. Demands the precise reading and understanding of legislative texts.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is on preserving the income tax exemption for pensioners and opposing tax hikes. It mentions specific upcoming legislative proposals, such as the car tax, and points to tax increases that have already been passed. It demands the government recall the bill.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker proposes specific legislative solutions: the conversion of oil shale boilers to pellets, the involvement of the environmental committee in energy analysis, the transfer of the 300-megawatt gas turbine to Eesti Energia, and the use of biogas during peak loads. He/She calls for thorough analyses before making decisions.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
It focuses on the regulation of taxation and transport enterprises, particularly in the area of platform services. It monitors the transposition of EU directives and their impact on the Estonian legal order. It raises questions regarding ministerial responsibility and oversight in the implementation of legislation.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on banking legislation and the regulation of financial services, seeking solutions to the problem of account closure and the protection of customer rights.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is focused on opposing Bill 416, which seeks to amend the Income Tax Act, and proposes that it be rejected during the first reading. He is also monitoring the progress of the car tax bill and criticizing its continued retention within the Finance Committee. His role is clearly oppositional and obstructive toward legislative initiatives.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on energy policy legislation, specifically mentioning the termination of wind farm subsidy schemes in 2017. There is expressed interest in concrete legislative amendments that would enable a more flexible energy policy. Furthermore, it stresses the necessity of clear legal frameworks within the energy sector.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker focuses on the Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, analyzing in detail the mandates of the Republic's Electoral Committee and the technical aspects of electronic voting. He/She makes specific proposals for supplementing the Act, including restrictions on changing e-votes and the extension of control periods.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The focus is on two specific legislative matters: the introduction of the sugar tax starting in 2026 and limiting the voting rights of non-citizens in local elections. It calls for a swift decision on the suffrage issue (before Midsummer Day) and requires clarification regarding the budgetary implications of the sugar tax. It demonstrates a detailed understanding of legislative processes and their consequences.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is insufficient data.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Focuses on budget and tax policy issues, particularly the monitoring of the biofuel blending obligation fulfillment and the optimization of public sector spending. It calls for better oversight of state institutions' activities and transparency in decision-making processes.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Focuses on improving the regulation of credit and financial services, emphasizing the necessity of a balanced approach between creditors and debtors. It supports the adoption of European Union directives but opposes further tightening of regulations. It actively addresses regulatory issues concerning debt collection services and cryptocurrency within the Finance Committee.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily on opposition to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act, including the submission of amendments and formal protests. They also address state budget matters and tax reforms. Furthermore, they actively participate in discussions regarding the Ionization Act, posing specific questions about how the law will be practically implemented.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on analyzing the draft bill concerning noise reduction, specifically by asking clarifying questions regarding the 300-meter restriction and its practical implications. It emphasizes the necessity of improving the draft bill and ensuring its more thorough review within the committee. Furthermore, interest is shown in transport and planning legislation, particularly concerning the balancing of development between rural areas and cities.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The focus is on the supervisory function, achieved by questioning ministers regarding the implementation of specific legislation. It supports stricter regulation of biofuel additives and calls for ensuring greater transparency. Furthermore, it monitors the necessity of legislative amendments within the energy sector and stresses the critical importance of proper adherence to legal statutes.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is heavily placed on education and healthcare policy, specifically highlighting the free higher education and state gymnasium system initiated by the Isamaa party. Concrete proposals are put forward, such as implementing a mandatory work period for doctors in Estonia after they receive free education. There is also an expressed interest in fiscal policy, particularly concerning the financing of education and healthcare.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
It focuses on energy legislation and supports a draft bill that provides various options for electricity generation. It emphasizes the need to discuss the use of pellet dust in oil shale boilers as a legislative alternative. It calls for clear conditions regarding the support and taxation of various energy production methods.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
Focuses on issues of energy legislation and regulation, especially concerning Elering's responsibilities and the fulfillment of its obligations. It raises questions regarding the direction of the state's energy policy, including finding alternatives to oil shale energy. It calls for a clearer regulatory framework for defining the accountability of energy companies.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The discussion focuses on the Energy Act, questioning the commission’s decisions and the justifications provided for them. It criticizes the substance of the law, especially the handling of biofuels. Clarification is demanded regarding the impact of these legislative decisions on the Estonian energy sector and taxpayers.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
It focuses on energy and economic legislation, criticizing the adoption of the car tax law and subsequent tax increases. It supports the preservation of existing oil shale boilers and their reconfiguration for the use of pellet dust. It emphasizes the necessity of discussing the topic of nuclear energy and the construction of a "small nuclear power plant." Furthermore, it opposes the government's energy policy changes that mandate the closure of oil shale units in 2027.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on improving regulations within the transport sector, specifically raising the tax-exempt limit for the daily allowance (per diem) of international road carriers to 75 euros per day. It emphasizes the necessity of transposing the directives of the European Union Mobility Package, a task that has remained uncompleted in Estonia for two years. Furthermore, it supports legislative amendments designed to enhance the competitiveness of Estonian businesses relative to neighboring countries.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
It focuses on regulations within the energy sector and the financing of infrastructure. It makes concrete proposals for expanding utility corridor easements (or rights-of-way) and compensating landowners. It emphasizes the need to change the current system regarding both grid tariffs and the utilization of resources in electricity generation. The focus is clearly on energy legislation and its reform.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Due to the lack of data, it is not possible to provide sufficient information regarding the legislative focus.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
It focuses on energy policy legislation, particularly the regulation of oil shale electricity and biogas. It addresses issues related to local government financing and taxation reforms. Furthermore, it demands prior impact assessments when adopting laws and criticizes rushed decision-making that fails to consider the consequences.