By Agendas: Rene Kokk

Total Agendas: 160

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2025-10-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Transport Act (725 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on national legislation, but with a strong regional emphasis on supporting the expansion of the role and oversight powers of local authorities (the Association of Estonian Cities and Municipalities). The necessity is stressed to grant local government law enforcement units the right to exercise control over platform service providers.
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2025-10-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is directed toward both the national (nationwide publications) and local levels (local government planning documents), emphasizing the necessity of informing neighboring municipalities. The specific reference to wind turbine discussions highlights a connection to local quality of life issues and the concern that people have not received the necessary information.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Data is missing. The focus is exclusively on national fiscal policy, budget execution, and the activities of the ministries.
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2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is heavily regional and local, concentrating on Estonian landowners and specific issues related to the route's construction (drainage/land improvement, and the movement of wildlife). It is stressed that these unresolved problems disproportionately burden the local residents.
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2025-09-23
Draft law amending the Act on Population Status Proceedings, the Population Register Act, and the State Duty Act (687 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The speaker focuses heavily on regional issues, stressing the difficulties faced by rural residents due to the centralization of services. Specifically highlighted is the lack of cash payment options at PPA service centers in rural areas, which forces people to drive to ATMs.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level (Estonian national defense and the capabilities of the Defense League) and the international level (supporting Ukraine and its impact on Estonian resources). Specific local or regional Estonian topics are not addressed.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker specifically addresses residents of rural and sparsely populated areas, highlighting the negative impact the car tax will have on their financial stability and access to essential services (such as medical care and commuting). The fisheries sector and concerns about fish stocks in Estonia are also a topic of focus.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus addresses the security issue in Southern Estonia, where the speaker criticizes the minister's proposal to bring convicts into the area when police officers are actually needed. This emphasizes the priority of local security needs.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the supervision of the database and its use by the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA), which operates at the national level. There is no regional or local focus.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on the national level, concentrating on the protection of Estonian national defense and statehood. Regional or local topics are absent.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The focus is on national infrastructure policy (Estonian roads) and its impact on specific economic sectors such as logistics, agriculture, and forestry. Emphasis is placed on the need to improve Estonia's competitiveness relative to neighboring countries that are already using similar solutions.
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2025-05-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

There is no regional focus; the discussion centers on national tax policy and its overall impact on Estonian households.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (597 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary focus is on Estonia's national economic interests and the ability of the Estonian people to make ends meet. The international focus is utilized to criticize the government's failure to defend Estonian interests within the European Union (for example, the requirement for a biocomponent in aviation fuel), which makes living in peripheral areas of Estonia expensive. Border trade and the movement of capital to neighboring countries are also mentioned.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

A strong regional focus is placed on the specific characteristics of Estonia as a peripheral region of the European Union, emphasizing that long flight distances make the impact of regulation significantly greater and more costly for Estonian travelers. The speaker demands that the Estonian state should stand up for itself in Europe and seek derogations, given that the requirements are more tolerable in Central Europe than on the periphery.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is clearly on national security and international treaties (the Ottawa Convention), while addressing the defense capability of Estonia as a small state. The example of Ukraine is also mentioned to justify the use of anti-personnel mines for defense.
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2025-05-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate proceedings in the European Union to invalidate the obligation to prepare sustainability reports" (601 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is directed at the national level, emphasizing the negative impact of EU regulations on Estonian businesses. Regional or local focus is not mentioned.
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2025-05-21
State Defence Readiness

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The focus is clearly on national security (Estonia's capabilities and airspace) and the international context (the tanker, the risk of escalation, Russian aircraft). Polish media is also mentioned as the primary source of information, which underscores the international dimension.
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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 focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the number of civil servants, the administrative burden, and the nationwide tax burden.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is clearly national (Estonian economy, Estonian workforce, Estonian competitiveness), stressing the need to bring back those who have emigrated from Estonia. A strong international comparison is utilized, pointing to Sweden as a negative example concerning migration problems. Specific origin countries for foreign labor, namely Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan, are also mentioned.
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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 focus is national, but it heavily underscores the capacity and funding issues faced by local governments (LGs), problems which impact daily life "everywhere across Estonia." Furthermore, the necessity of having competent officials at the LG level is highlighted.
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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 focus is on national legislation (Natura sites) and its impact on private property. There is no specific regional focus, although the Rail Baltic project cited as an example is a nationwide infrastructure project.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic's Government to submit an application to the European Commission for the exemption of energy production companies from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas" (619 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the competitiveness of the Estonian economy) and the international level (European Union regulations). Specific local or regional priorities are absent.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning the appointment of members of the Estonian National Broadcasting Council from recognised experts in the field of activity of the Estonian National Broadcasting. (643 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national energy security and adding value to the national wealth (oil shale). Specific regional projects or local communities are not emphasized, even though the topic is related to the oil shale sector.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act (594 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

A strong focus on curbing cross-border trade, primarily with Latvia and Lithuania, and improving regional balance. It emphasizes that lowering fuel costs is particularly crucial for residents of rural areas and small settlements who rely on personal transportation. The text also mentions a personal residence in Rapla.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is national, focusing on the development of Estonia's energy sector (wind and solar energy) and the disconnection of the Estonian electricity system from the Russian system.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily regional, centering specifically on the future of the Vana-Vigala School of Technology and Service and the Kehtna Vocational Education Center. It is stressed that the school's closure will negatively affect the viability of the Märjamaa municipality and the local community, citing as examples the deterioration of local shops and bus services.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is very strong, emphasizing the need to decentralize the workload of state institutions away from Tallinn. The objective is to move jobs out and revitalize life in smaller regional growth centers. This is directly linked to the formation of Estonia's regional policy.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is clearly directed at the problems faced by local governments and their relationship with the state. It is emphasized that the state has shifted responsibility onto local governments, significantly complicating their situation. Reference is made to the position of the Association of Cities and Municipalities.
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The strong regional focus is centered on the role and rights of local municipalities to oppose national wind farm projects. Specifically, the Rapla council's decision and the termination of the special planning for the Karitsa wind farm are cited as a positive example.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (Estonia's e-voting policy) and includes an international comparison, referencing the practices of large countries that do not utilize e-voting.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is heavily on regional inequality, highlighting the vast difference in transport accessibility between urban environments and sparsely populated areas (i.e., rural regions). A comparison is drawn between the situation in central Tallinn and that of smaller settlements (such as Rapla, Türi, Põlva, and Põltsamaa). It is argued that the legislation has placed rural residents in a significantly more difficult position.
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2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, concentrating on the overall analytical capacity of the Estonian state and the national policy for planning wind farms. Specific regions or local communities are not singled out.
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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 regional focus is clearly on rural areas and their inhabitants (rural residents), emphasizing the need to replace gravel roads with paved roads so that people can live outside of major population centers as well. He/She highlights that the car tax is particularly burdensome for rural residents, and specifically mentions the difficulties faced by residents of Võrumaa regarding the car tax.
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2025-04-09
Money transfers to Estonian defense industry companies under the slogan "Assistance to Ukraine."

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly national, addressing the structure of Estonia's national defense and the broader involvement of reservists.
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2025-04-08
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The strong regional focus is aimed at rural and sparsely populated areas where a car is an essential necessity for daily life, given the lack of alternative transport options (Bolt, buses, taxis). It is stressed that this tax will hit rural residents particularly hard, leading to criticism of officials who simply do not understand life outside of central Tallinn.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national legislation and finance, with reference made to European Union directives. There is no regional focus.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The regional focus is heavily centered on the international energy market, emphasizing the strategic importance of the interconnections (Estlinks) between Estonia, Finland, and Latvia. The objective is to secure cheaper electricity for Estonia by leveraging the potential of the Finnish market.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is primarily domestic (Riigikogu, the Estonian people), concentrating on Estonian internal political integrity. The international dimension (Slava Ukraini, Ukraine) is highlighted only in connection with a fraud scheme perpetrated in Estonia.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing international topics such as the transfer of foreign prisoners to Estonia and the need for foreign labor. Specific local or regional projects are not mentioned.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding Maarjamaa United School (No. 710)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national education and environmental policy decisions; there are no references to specific regions or local projects.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, addressing state budgetary funding and its impact on Estonia's Russian-speaking citizenry. Põhjarannik is mentioned, which indirectly points to attention being paid to the Ida-Viru County region and its Russian-speaking readers.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is centered on the national issue of local government financing, highlighting their inability to carry out the tasks assigned to them. A regional emphasis emerges with the mention of Tartu and other municipalities that have taken the state to court, underscoring the severe predicament faced by local authorities.
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2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is solely on the national level, addressing the draft resolution of the Riigikogu and the comprehensive public health issue.
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2025-03-12
Draft law amending the Rules of Procedure Act of the Riigikogu (552 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

There is too little data.
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2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national energy policy and the activities of the Ministry of Climate; there is no reference to specific regions, local projects, or international issues.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the residents and entrepreneurs in rural areas (sheep farmers, beekeepers) who suffer economic damage from large predators. The Estonian border with Russia is also mentioned as a factor influencing animal population dynamics, stressing that Estonia does not need to be the country that raises all of Europe's bears.
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2025-02-26
Automaks

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is national, addressing the nationwide tax burden and the confusion that affects private individuals and businesses throughout the country. Separate regional or local issues are not being emphasized.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and elections for local government councils) and at the international level (citizens of aggressor states). There are no specific regional or local problems.
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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 focus is national, covering Estonian energy policy, the management of national databases, and issues related to the state-owned company (Nordica). There are no references to specific regional or local projects.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation (amendments to the Aliens Act) and international migration. There is no reference whatsoever to local or regional issues.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national education issues and societal values; regional or local emphasis is absent.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – first reading

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

The emphasis, influenced by national legislation, is placed on the local level (Local Authorities/LGUs) and their planning documents. A specific example highlighted is Lasnamäe's potential as an energy cooperative, which demonstrates a focus on local communities and urban areas.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - First Reading

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

The focus is on national energy security and infrastructure (oil shale energy, disconnection from the Russian grid). There are no references to specific regions.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Maritime Safety Act and other laws (549 SE) – first reading

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

The focus is on national regulation and maritime safety, which broadly affects the Estonian maritime sector, but a specific regional emphasis has not been specified.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

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

The focus is at the national level, emphasizing the ability of Estonian people to cope and the need to support domestic food industries and farmers. The international focus emerges when comparing the tax policies and social benefits of EU countries with Estonia, stressing that Estonian social benefits are in a completely different league than those offered in Germany. Goods imported at dumping prices are also mentioned.
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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 focus is on national tax policy and its social impact on voters, particularly seniors, without any specific regional or local focus.
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2025-01-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (520 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing the fundamentals of the State Budget Act and the activities of central government ministries (MKM, Ministry of Finance). Rail Baltic is mentioned, but only in the context of errors in the national budget.
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2025-01-15
Nordica Special Audit Final Report

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, addressing the management and financial discipline of Estonian state-owned companies (Nordica, Port of Tallinn, ERR). The international context related to Rail Baltica and investigations in other Baltic states is also mentioned, but this primarily serves the purpose of emphasizing domestic Estonian risks.
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2025-01-14
Draft law amending the Act of the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There isn't enough data.
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2025-01-13
Request for information regarding the restoration and resilience plan and the use of oil shale (no. 668)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national energy security and the utilization of local raw materials on a national scale, emphasizing Estonia's capability for domestic gas production. Specific regions or local projects are not highlighted, even though Estonian local raw material is the topic.
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2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national energy policy and amendments to the planning law that impact the construction of wind farms. Emphasis is placed on the reduction of local residents' involvement and the disregard of their interests, but no specific region or local project is mentioned.
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2024-12-12
Draft law amending the Act on Conformity Assessment of Products (533 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on international trade and the impact of European Union regulations on Estonian consumers and the national logistics system. Issues related to cross-border e-commerce that affect goods arriving in Estonia will be addressed. Specific local or regional projects are not emphasized.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

There is a strong regional focus on rural areas, stressing that the car tax will specifically harm residents there, as they lack the alternative mobility options available in cities (taxis, buses, trams). This underscores concerns about regional inequality regarding transportation accessibility.
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2024-12-09
Request for Information Regarding the Government Commission's Activities on Population Policy (No. 661)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on national issues, such as population policy, nationwide tax hikes, and social security schemes. There are no specific regional references.
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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 regional focus is clearly on cross-border issues, particularly trade between Estonia and Latvia and the operations of the Ikla border crossing. Emphasis is placed on how national excise duty changes affect border trade and channel money into Latvia.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The emphasis is placed on Estonia's domestic resources and environmental risks, particularly concerning the oil shale chemical industry and phosphorite mining, which directly affect the quality of Estonian groundwater. S1 uses a broader, international geographical context (Sahara, Siberia) to support the arguments.
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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 focus is on the national level (amendment of the Estonian Constitution) and international linkages (the connections of persons with undetermined citizenship to Russia and the EU). Specific local or regional Estonian problems are not receiving attention.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is purely on national issues concerning the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia, citizenship policy, and suffrage.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, addressing nationwide social and economic policies that affect all residents (such as the car tax, school closures, and child benefits). Specific regional interests or projects are not mentioned.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the oversight of Rail Baltic as a nationwide infrastructure project and related governance issues. There is no regional or local focus present in the speeches.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic's Government to lower the value-added tax on foodstuffs to 5 percent" (492 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is national, targeting all Estonian car owners and families affected by the tax. There are no references to specific regional industries or communities.
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2024-11-06
Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School Closure

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily regional, centered on preserving the Vana-Vigala school in Rapla County, which underscores the importance of a regional viewpoint. It is emphasized that the state needs to look at regional aspects comprehensively rather than shifting costs and problems onto local governments.
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2024-11-06
Taxation of Energy and Vehicles

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the taxation of Estonian vehicles and the overall situation of the vehicle fleet in Estonia. Specific regional industries or communities are not mentioned.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry regarding the departure of state institutions from rural areas (no 653)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is very strongly regional, treating the closure of Vana-Vigala school as a critical regional issue for Rapla County and Märjamaa Municipality. It is emphasized that state decisions must take regional consequences into account.
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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 focus is entirely on national legislative procedures, budget deliberation, and the constitutional framework. Regional or international topics are not covered.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national internal security policy, but the topics addressed (LGU voting rights, the Bronze Soldier) are directly linked to the local level and centers of regional influence operations. No specific region is emphasized, but the topics directly concern Estonian local governments.
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2024-10-23
Draft law amending the Customs Act (515 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national legislation and the jurisdiction and mandates of state institutions (the Tax and Customs Board, the Estonian Academy of Security Sciences). Regional or international focus is absent from the speech.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Customs Act (515 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on state-level administrative matters and legislation concerning the Tax and Customs Board and the Estonian Academy of Security Sciences. There is no regional or local focus present in the speeches.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is placed on the national level (Estonian entrepreneurs) and the international level (the European Commission), addressing broad-based regulation. There is no specific emphasis on local regions.
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2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus is placed on the city of Tartu and its prison, where issues concerning local residents' satisfaction, the creation of 400 jobs, and security are being addressed. Furthermore, the plan to close the Vana-Vigala technology school is highlighted as an example of the government's unreasonable asset management.
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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 regional focus is indirect, referencing the closure of schools as a contrast against the backdrop of national budget waste and the existence of money sitting idle, without any corresponding activities. The Rail Baltic project is also mentioned, which falls under the illogical administrative area of the Ministry of Climate.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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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 focus is on national tax policy and its negative impact on the Estonian economy, particularly the shift of commerce to neighboring countries. Specific local or regional projects are not mentioned.
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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 focus is clearly national, addressing the governance of the Estonian state and the decisions made by high-ranking state officials.
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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 focus is national, covering nationwide social benefits, healthcare service fees, and central IT systems (SKAIS). Specific local or regional topics are not addressed.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

No data available
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2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is strictly on national issues, addressing Estonia’s demographic crisis, immigration, and unemployment among Estonians.
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2024-10-09
Draft law (496 SE) for amending the Social Welfare Act and the Act Regulating the Provision of Health Care Services (regarding the provision of independent nursing care in 24-hour special care services) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

There is a lack of regional focus, with attention directed instead toward the national social welfare system and workforce problems across the entire sector.
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2024-10-07
Inquiry regarding road construction and four-lane roads (no 408)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is nationwide, highlighting the necessity of ensuring mobility to every single point in Estonia to support entrepreneurship and the economic lifeblood across the entire country. Reference is also made to Latvia's ambitious infrastructure plans (reaching any point from Riga within two hours) as a model.
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2024-09-16
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (321 SE)

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

The focus is primarily on the national level (Estonian land, food security) and the international level, comparing Estonia’s situation with the regulations in neighboring countries (Finland, Latvia, Lithuania). Special emphasis is placed on the security threat posed by being a neighbor to Russia and Belarus.
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2024-09-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE)

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

The focus is at the national level (Estonian families and the development of the state), but an international comparison with Finland is also introduced. Finland is presented as a positive example of a country where legal certainty is guaranteed and where young people are massively considering relocating.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

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

The focus is on the national policy regarding symbolism, citing the Lihula and Defence Forces Cemetery as examples. Attention is also drawn to the removal of symbols within the territories of local governments throughout Estonia, demonstrating awareness of local actions.
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2024-09-11
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Waste Act (430 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is on Estonia's domestic waste management capacity and industry, particularly concerning shredding capacity and the consumption of tire granulate. A significant portion of the questions addresses the international dimension, namely Estonia's position as a site for recycling used tires from other countries.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, centering on Estonia's national defense capability and the retention of capital within the Estonian economy. Specific local or international regions are not mentioned.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation regarding the state's plan to end compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese (No. 582)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is directed at the agricultural sector and farmers, indicating concern for rural areas and local industries that are directly affected by the damage caused by geese. National policy, which has a direct regional impact, is being addressed.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

Not enough data
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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 speech focuses heavily on rural areas and sparsely populated regions, contrasting them sharply with large cities and densely populated areas. It is stressed that people living in the countryside—farmers, small business owners, and hunters—require larger vehicles and will bear the tax burden disproportionately. The speaker validates their position by citing personal experience of rural living.
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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 focus is clearly national, addressing the general state of the Estonian economy and finance, as well as the outflow of people and businesses from Estonia. There are no references to specific local regions or international relations.
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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 regional focus is clearly on rural residents, stressing that the car tax places particular pressure on those living outside major centers and cities, as transportation options are more limited there. This links tax policy directly to the issue of access to state services.
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2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Draft Law on the State Supplementary Budget for 2024 (Bill 456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2024-06-10
Inquiry regarding Ukraine's Accession to the European Union (No. 613)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly international, addressing aid to Ukraine and associated corruption issues within the European Union context. International financial transactions and real estate purchases in Spain are also mentioned, highlighting the necessity of controlling cross-border financial flows.
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2024-06-10
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the Defense Forces' wartime engineer capabilities, informed by the experiences of the current stage of the Russia-Ukraine War (No. 607)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level on ensuring defense capability and training, which is linked to the international context (drawing on the experience of the Russia-Ukraine war). There is no specific regional emphasis within Estonia.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus is placed on the issues facing rural areas, highlighting the essential nature of owning a car and the necessity of multiple vehicles due to poor public transportation and the lack of access to state services. The ministry is criticized for its inability to recognize the differences in transport management between urban and rural settings.
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the Estonian national economic and IT administrative sectors. The international aspect is also mentioned, highlighting the loss of a 700 million euro investment to Latvia as a negative example.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on domestic food production and maintaining it, which indicates a strong national economic interest. Specific regions or local projects are not mentioned; the emphasis is rather on national food security.
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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 focus is on the financial relationship between the state and local governments (LGs), and the balance between LG autonomy and their responsibilities. There is no emphasis on specific geographical regions, industries, or local projects; rather, local governments are discussed in general terms.
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2024-05-15
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (Estonia's land and marine territory) and international obligations (European Union targets). Local or regional focus is not mentioned.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly on national issues concerning the organization of elections and the activities of government agencies, without any specific regional emphasis. Problems with voting in retirement and nursing homes are mentioned, which is a procedural, not a regional, matter.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

Not enough data
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

Lack of data
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is strictly on national issues, addressing IT projects falling under the central government's jurisdiction and the responsibility of the ministry. There is no regional or international focus.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Not enough data.
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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 focus is on national social and fiscal issues, addressing the pension system and the funding of non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Estonia.
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2024-04-11
Discussion of the Crucial National Issue: "How to Ensure the Future of Veterinary Medicine"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (national mandate and funding), and more broadly on the agricultural sector and the field of veterinary medicine. Specific regional projects or areas are not mentioned; the topic concerns a nationwide labor issue.
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the language policy of ministries and other government agencies, as well as the dissemination of official information at the state level.
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Amendments to the Traffic Act with the Aim of Permitting Longer and Higher Gross Mass Vehicles in Traffic, Thereby Increasing the Efficiency of Road Transport" (Bill 278 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national road transport infrastructure and economic competitiveness, specifically concentrating on the main trunk roads (Tallinn–Narva, Tallinn–Tartu, Tallinn–Pärnu–Ikla, and the Paldiski route). To evaluate international competitiveness, the practices of neighboring countries (Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany) are used for comparison.
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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

The speaker points out specific issues within the rural sector, namely those concerning database incompatibility and increasing bureaucracy. This underscores a focus on regional economic matters and the administrative burden they face.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national education policy and the international topic concerning the education of Ukrainian war refugees in Estonia. Local or regional Estonian issues are absent.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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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

A strong regional focus is placed on rural areas and their living environment, highlighting the lack of public transport, taxis, and ride-sharing services compared to urban centers (Tallinn, Tartu, Pärnu). Special attention is also drawn to the needs of hunters and farmers operating in rural areas, for whom a car is a necessary work tool, not a luxury.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, but emphasis is placed on the negative impact of government policy on local municipalities and the state of schools. Specific regions are not named; instead, the situation of local governments is addressed generally.
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2024-03-20
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

A regional focus is lacking, but the argument regarding members of the Riigikogu commuting from afar is addressed, dismissing it with reference to the apartment allowance. The focus is placed on national legislation and the internal organization of the parliament.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary focus is on the national level (institutions of the Republic of Estonia, Riigikogu legislation) and international comparison (Finnish electoral practices). Specific local or regional issues are absent.
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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on national institutions (the Minister, the Prosecutor General, KaPo) and national media outlets (Kuku Radio). There is no reference to any specific regional interest.
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2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is solely on the national level, centering on the defense of the Estonian state and comprehensive national defense development plans.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is at the national level (the people of Estonia), but strong emphasis is placed on the financial situation of local municipalities. Particular attention is drawn to the inability of these local governments to support extracurricular education, which points to concerns regarding the overall quality of local services.
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2024-03-13
Local Government Funding Reform

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is squarely on local and municipal level issues, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the school network and primary services. The nationwide impact of state policy (e.g., housing refugees, salary increases) on local budgets is addressed, which leads to the contraction of services across the board.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the situation of Estonian families and the mass exodus from the country. Specific regional projects or communities are not mentioned.
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2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, covering the future of Estonia's energy sector, the integration of nuclear energy into the national grid, and the management of oil shale reserves.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law Enforcement Act (163 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly at the national level, addressing the security of Estonia's cultural space and national legislation. References to individuals holding Russian and Belarusian citizenship are provided as examples of national security and public order issues.
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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 focus is indirectly regional, as emphasis is placed on the contribution of the Viru Keemia Group (VKG), indicating the interests of Ida-Viru County and the oil shale industry within the framework of the Energy Sector Act.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The regional focus is extremely strong, concentrating on rural areas, the people who live there, and local municipalities. The speaker stresses that services are increasingly shifting towards major centers and demands measures that would allow people to continue living in the countryside and access education locally.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is clearly directed at domestic production and the Estonian internal market, emphasizing the necessity of supporting Estonian products and, particularly, the agricultural sector which is currently facing difficult circumstances. The objective is to ensure greater market access for domestic production.
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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 focus is on Estonia's national economic and financial conditions, particularly the availability of loans to entrepreneurs. The neighboring country, Lithuania, is used as a key point of comparison to highlight the success of alternative policies and demonstrate the Estonian government's inaction.
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2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The emphasis is clearly at the national level, highlighting and thanking Estonian farmers for their work in ensuring high-quality food. The focus is on the domestic food supply and food quality.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the domestic economic environment and the finances of the Estonian people, contrasting this with the broader European context (specifically, the highest loan interest rates in Europe). Emphasis is placed on the importance of domestic savings and loan associations (credit unions) in the context of Estonian leadership and local capital.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill Amending the Act on the Restriction of Acquisition of Immovable Property (284 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main focus is on national security and the international context stemming from Russia's aggression in Ukraine. Existing restrictions in certain regions of Estonia (the islands, Ida-Viru County, Tartu County, Põlva County, Võru County) are also mentioned, as well as similar regulations implemented by neighboring countries.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing nationwide labor market data and the government's immigration policy. There are no specific regional interests.
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2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is strictly on national topics, centering on the operations of the Estonian Centre for State Reserves, the status of state reserves, and ensuring food security nationwide.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (255 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation (excise duties), but emphasizing the reduction of the excise duty rate for a specific product—shale oil fuel—indirectly points to the interests of the oil shale industry and the regions associated with it.
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2024-01-24
Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, dealing with the problems of the Estonian vehicle fleet and traffic safety in their entirety. Specific regional or local interests are not highlighted, although references to the users of inexpensive cars point to a broad social problem.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national infrastructure and international cooperation (a pan-European agreement regarding the suspension of the RB project). Special attention is also paid to the future maintenance obligations of local governments (municipalities) associated with the RB project, without sufficient funding being guaranteed to cover them.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on major national projects (Rail Baltic) and EU directives being implemented at the national level (mandatory renovation, restrictions on stove heating). International examples concerning railway technology are also referenced to highlight the potentially outdated nature of the choices being made in Estonia.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (201 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is insufficient data.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (249 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national-level economic policy and amendments to the tax law that concern all legal entities. There are no specific regional or local interests.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (187 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing personal income tax, which impacts all citizens nationwide.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is national, centered on the operations of the Estonian legal system and the Prosecutor's Office. Tallinn and Tartu are mentioned solely as an example of how judges and prosecutors organize their work, intended to support the argument concerning the feasibility of supervision.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing issues of public space and national security related to the monument's location.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (184 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on national legislation and tax policy (VAT); there is no regional or local focus.
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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 focus is on international (European CO2 quotas) and national issues, assessing the impact of the green transition on Estonian industry and comparing Estonia with neighboring countries. Specifically, the disappearance of the metal industry from Europe is mentioned.
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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 focus is on national tax policy and Estonian press freedom. Regional or local topics are absent.
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