By Months: Rene Kokk
Total Months: 19
Fully Profiled: 19
10.2025
7 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the preparation and execution of the state budget, citing specific figures (2.27 billion euros for activities and 584 million in capped funds). He/She is an authority on budget transfers and economic forecasts, able to differentiate between transfers of activities and transfers of capped funds. Furthermore, he/she demonstrates knowledge of the role of the Institute of Economic Research and defends its independence.
09.2025
9 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense matters, particularly concerning the equipment and cooperation of the Defense League, citing the National Audit Office report and the relationship dynamics between the Defense Forces and the ministry. Furthermore, they are well-versed in administrative issues, such as the State Fees Act, the absence of cash payment options at the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA), and the land acquisition problems associated with Rail Baltic (specifically, the destruction of land improvement systems).
06.2025
10 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of logistics (weight restrictions for truck convoys), national defense (the Ottawa Convention), and data oversight. Particular emphasis is placed on the analysis of justifications used for accessing Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) camera data, citing over 4,500 queries and issues concerning officials' access. Furthermore, knowledge regarding the operational problems of the Political Financing Surveillance Committee (ERJK) is highlighted.
05.2025
55 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy, discussing in detail the rates of fuel excise duties and their impact on cross-border trade and the shadow economy. Furthermore, they are familiar with regional policy (LGU financing, the school network) and energy issues (CO2 quotas, the biofuel mandate, Estlink 3). This competence is supported by the use of specific figures and historical examples (e.g., the under-collection of the car tax and budget errors totaling 100 million euros).
04.2025
44 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in criticizing budget and tax policy, citing specific figures (over a billion euros in unused funds) and technical flaws in the car tax (e.g., N1 versus N1G categories). They are also knowledgeable about issues concerning the mobilization of national defense reservists (specifically, former conscripts from rescue companies) and the health impacts of wind turbines (infrasound, low-frequency noise). Furthermore, the speaker utilizes economic data, such as the drop in car sales by over 56%.
03.2025
17 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of parliamentary procedures (interpellations, committee work, processing legislation) and economic statistics, utilizing data from the Statistical Office regarding the consumer price index (the value of 1,000 euros in 2018 is 1,472 euros today). The professional focus also includes national defense (the history and indexation of reservists' compensation) and the fisheries sector (the impact of cormorants on fish stocks).
02.2025
26 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in hunting and the regulation of large predator populations, citing optimal litter sizes and previous ministerial experience. He is well-versed in the details of energy policy (14.9 cents/kWh and transmission fees) as well as the inconsistent calculations of the car tax, demanding clarification regarding the logic of the tax system. Furthermore, he emphasizes the value of databases and the risks associated with careless sharing.
01.2025
18 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a profound understanding of the flaws in the state budget and fiscal management, highlighting specific examples (the double counting of 100 million euros under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications line item). Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with the audit details and management issues of state-owned enterprises (Nordica), as well as the technical aspects of energy policy (oil shale, isolated grid operation, direct lines). He/She draws comparisons with the tax systems of other countries (the EU, Florida) and refers to the positions held by the Estonian Chamber of Agriculture and Commerce.
12.2024
15 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the practical implications and implementation details of tax policy (excise duties, car tax), highlighting issues such as the rise of smuggling and the complexity of removing stolen vehicles from the register. He/She is meticulous when questioning legislative procedures and transparency requirements, demanding the public disclosure of law firm opinions. Furthermore, he/she is familiar with the handling of goods that do not comply with EU product requirements and with amendments to the Planning Act.
11.2024
18 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a detailed understanding of the technical nuances of the vehicle tax, particularly concerning the mechanism for refunding the registration fee and the procedures for handling stolen cars. They also possess knowledge of education policy, specifically the needs of SEN (Special Educational Needs) students and the role of regional schools. Regarding climate issues, the speaker introduces historical comparisons (Sahara, Siberia) to critique the narrow timeframe of the data (1850–2020).
10.2024
24 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financing of road infrastructure and social sector IT systems (SKAIS), highlighting specific monetary figures and procedural issues. Furthermore, they are well-versed in the historical consequences of excise policy, warning against consumption shifting to neighboring countries. In their arguments, they utilize concrete data (e.g., 7.5% unemployment among Estonians, SKAIS costs of 14 million) and reference the actions of previous governments.
09.2024
14 Speeches
Demonstrates a profound understanding of agricultural and environmental policy, highlighting the scale of goose damage and the tire shredding capabilities in Estonia. Possesses detailed knowledge of real estate acquisition regulations, referencing a specific draft bill (321) and demanding proficiency in the state language (B1 level) along with a residency restriction. Uses examples of European land prices for comparison (the Netherlands, Finland) and discusses the structural problems within bureaucracy and government agencies (the Ministry of Climate).
07.2024
11 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state budget and finance, criticizing the failure of TERE’s activity-based budget and referencing specific unspent sums (over 2.2 billion and over 100 million on the MKM line). Additionally, knowledge regarding procedural shortcomings in legislation and the resulting consequences for road safety (an aging vehicle fleet, uninsured vehicles) was highlighted.
06.2024
9 Speeches
Demonstrates expertise regarding the state budget and public finance, highlighting specific figures (e.g., 500 million saved by abolishing the tax hump, 300+ million in Rail Baltic expenditures) and criticizing the 100.4 million error found in the previous budget. Defense capabilities are also a focus, with questions raised about the sufficiency of training resources (mines, explosives). Furthermore, emphasis is placed on issues that have occurred within the purview of government agencies, such as data leaks and conflicts of interest.
05.2024
11 Speeches
Expertise is evident in legislative procedures (VTK, the bundling of amendments) and in matters concerning e-government development and accountability, citing the non-functioning examination information system as an example. Knowledge is also demonstrated regarding the specifics of tax policy (bank tax, land tax) and environmental protection (the definition of a 30% protected area). The speaker repeatedly refers to good legislative practice and the Supreme Court's observations concerning e-elections.
04.2024
14 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of transport and logistics, citing studies by the Transport Administration (2022–2023) and technical details concerning the mass of road trains, overloading, and road load. They also possess knowledge of specific issues within the agricultural sector, such as the shortage of veterinarians and bureaucracy within IT systems. Furthermore, they are aware of concerns related to cybersecurity and data leaks.
03.2024
18 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financing and expenditures of local governments (teachers' salaries, energy costs) and school network reform. They are also well-versed in the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, criticizing the coalition's tactics for rejecting draft legislation and utilizing the 51-vote requirement. Furthermore, knowledge is demonstrated concerning energy issues (nuclear energy, oil shale reserves) and the continuity of national defense development plans.
02.2024
15 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process and the application of economic data, citing specific unemployment figures (55,892) and the 42.2% growth in real estate acquisition by Russian citizens. They are also familiar with the regulations of neighboring countries (Lithuania), bringing up, for instance, the revenue from the Lithuanian bank tax, which exceeded 100 million euros. Furthermore, they demonstrate knowledge of the organization of work and procedural rules governing Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) committees.
01.2024
26 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy—including VAT rates and excise duties—as well as legislative procedures, referencing prior amendments and committee work. The criticism regarding infrastructure construction and Rail Baltic is particularly in-depth, highlighting issues related to land acquisition, technology, and the destruction of the relevant sector. Furthermore, the speaker's knowledge of legal proceedings and the organization of supervision by the Prosecutor's Office is emphasized.