By Plenary Sessions: Rene Kokk
Total Sessions: 110
Fully Profiled: 110
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
There is no information regarding cooperation with other political parties. However, the politician acts as an advocate for the interests of the association of local governments and clients, whom the ministry has, in his estimation, ignored, demanding that their proposals be taken into account.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Data is scarce.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Insufficient data
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Insufficient data.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The style of cooperation is rigorous, focusing on improving the culture of debate in the Riigikogu to ensure that ministers answer the questions posed specifically and concretely. There is no information available regarding inter-party cooperation or willingness to compromise.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker clearly acts as a representative of the opposition (the EKRE faction), submitting inquiries on the faction's behalf. He demonstrates a conditional willingness to cooperate, offering the new coalition immediate support during the processing of the tax reduction bill, in order to accelerate the achievement of political objectives.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data. The speaker represents the group that submitted the motion of no confidence, but his/her cooperation style regarding compromises or bipartisan work is not described in the text.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Not enough data
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker calls upon all colleagues to support the national defense bill and asks that the ERJK reform bill be processed further and improved, rather than pushing it into the ditch. He/She refers to the cross-party consensus that there is a serious problem with the ERJK that needs solving.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker stressed EKRE's internal unity (citing, for example, their shared opposition to sustainability reports with Mart Maastik) and voiced support for the party's earlier proposals. He urged other factions to back EKRE's submitted bill on income tax reduction, arguing that this would move things "in the right direction." At the same time, he criticized the coalition for rejecting the opposition's sensible legislative drafts, which, in his view, demonstrates the government's unwillingness to cooperate.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
Insufficient dataset
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is formal, but substantively adversarial; the speaker addresses the minister politely ("Dear Minister"), but immediately poses sharp and corrective questions. There is no evidence of attempts to seek cross-party cooperation.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Insufficient data.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is no evidence of cooperation with intra-parliamentary factions or colleagues. Cooperation with interest groups is mentioned, such as highlighting the proposals put forward by the Private Forest Association regarding fair compensation for landowners.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demands political balance and fairness in the composition of administrative boards, stressing the necessity of including representatives from both the opposition and the coalition. A direct willingness to compromise or engage in cross-party cooperation is not apparent from the speeches; rather, the focus is on exposing the government’s unfair practices.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
While in opposition, [the party/group] is seeking support from others (e.g., Aivar), calling for the correction of past mistakes and urging a vote in favor of the bill. It refers to the previously successful cooperation during the EKRE, Center Party (Keskerakond), and Isamaa government when excise duties were lowered. Although critical of the current coalition, it offers its bill as "extending a helping hand" to improve the economic situation.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Data is scarce.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is no data available concerning cooperation, willingness to compromise, or bipartisan action. The speaker focuses on vigorously presenting their own positions and criticizing the opposing side.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is posing a direct question to another politician ("Lauri"), seeking clarification on the Center Party's stance. This action highlights the need to delineate political positions and demands clarity.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker recognizes the role of the Chancellor of Justice in highlighting flaws in legislation and references the work of other opposition politicians (Urmas Reinsalu) in analyzing state finances. There is no mention of a willingness to compromise with the ruling coalition, emphasizing instead the coalition's inability to take the opposition's proposals into account.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
While in opposition, it is emphasized that those currently in power refuse to listen to the opposition's proposals due to their arrogance. Efforts are being made to establish cooperation with Anti Allas, the representative of the Social Democrats, by calling on him and other Social Democrats to support the repeal of the car tax, in order to demonstrate good faith and progressive development.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The style of cooperation is open and solution-oriented, involving direct communication with the Minister of Defense and offering the opportunity to provide a follow-up answer later if an immediate response is not available. This demonstrates a readiness to work collaboratively with the executive branch to resolve a systemic problem and acquire the necessary information.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is rather oppositional, demanding that the government acknowledge its errors and implement corrective measures. The speaker sharply criticizes the fact that even the opposition's reasonable proposals are being ignored. Simultaneously, colleagues and citizens are encouraged to stand up for their rights, with the specific recommendation to challenge unfair legislation in court.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The style of cooperation is formal and interrogative, aimed at the presenter, from whom confirmation or discussion is sought regarding the proposed alternative solution. There is no information available concerning cross-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is open to cooperation and compromise, urging colleagues to allow the draft bill to proceed to the next reading so that the necessary amendments can be introduced. He positively references the reasonable proposals made by other colleagues (such as Varro Vooglaid and Leo Kunnas) regarding the coefficient and indexation. He expresses confidence in the National Defense Committee’s capacity to thoroughly discuss the bill.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
There is no information regarding any willingness to cooperate or compromise; the speeches are aimed at sharply challenging the policies of the minister and the government and holding them accountable.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Not enough data.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker supports cooperation within the framework of the investigative committee, stressing that this would provide an opportunity for explanations to all parties involved. This demonstrates a readiness for a formal parliamentary inquiry.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker emphasizes that obtaining information from ministers is "in the interest of us all," referring to the desire to find a solution that would ensure broad-based and constructive parliamentary oversight. He/She asks the opposing side for justifications, which indicates a wish to understand the underlying reasons for their opposition.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is not enough data. The speaker's activity is aimed at extracting information from the opposing side, and there are no indications of cooperation with colleagues or other political parties.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker is open to proposals throughout the legislative process of the bill, noting that the precise regulatory framework will be developed. He stresses the necessity of finding an optimal solution and trusts the legal compliance of individuals who possess a hunting license. Direct cooperation with other political forces was not mentioned, although reference was made to the Isamaa bill, the content of which has not yet been compared.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
There is insufficient data.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker supports internal opposition cooperation, citing Amendment Proposal No. 1, which was put forward by 23 Riigikogu members and offers an alternative solution. He expresses hope that the coalition will manage to support the opposition's reasonable proposals, even if doing so proves difficult for them.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Not enough data.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The cooperation style is institutional, involving communication with the Minister during a parliamentary session regarding a legislative bill. The speaker's role is that of an information requester and a clarification seeker.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker refers to collaboration with a colleague ("what Martin asked and what I also wanted to ask"), demonstrating shared interest and the coordination of questions on the given topic. There is absolutely no indication of a willingness to compromise with the minister; rather, it is an opposing position.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
Cooperation is being sought rhetorically with the Social Democrats, urging them to support the lowering of VAT on foodstuffs by citing their previous slogans. Support is also mentioned from the Estonian Chamber of Agriculture and Commerce, which has likewise demanded a reduction in VAT.
2025-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker concurs with the rapporteur on the necessity of reviewing the State Budget Framework Act, which signals a readiness to cooperate on this matter. However, there is no information available regarding broader cross-party cooperation.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker acknowledges the common ground (or agreement) with the Prime Minister regarding the disclosure of the audit, but immediately adopts a demanding and skeptical stance. He/She requests a written, statute-based explanation from the Minister of Infrastructure detailing why the immediate release of the information is precluded, which demonstrates a readiness to cooperate only under conditions of strict oversight.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker expresses the desire to achieve broad-based support (all deputies) regarding the draft bill concerning transparency, referencing an openness to finding consensus. At the same time, communication with the executive power is rather confrontational and demanding, emphasizing the Riigikogu’s position as the employer.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
No data available
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The data indicates formal communication with the minister in a question-and-answer format, which constitutes standard legislative interaction. There is no information regarding cooperation or willingness to compromise with other political actors.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker thanked the presenter (Mait Klaassen) for the presentation, but then focused on highlighting the shortcomings of the draft bill and demanding clear answers from the ministry. Data on the willingness to cooperate is missing; the focus is rather on criticism and demanding solutions.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
There is not enough data.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is purely confrontational; there is absolutely no indication of a willingness to compromise or a search for cross-party cooperation. The speaker expresses only a faint hope that the coalition members will change their position.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
At the end of the speech, the speaker directly addresses their colleague (Varro), seeking confirmation and discussion within the opposition. There is no information regarding cooperation with other parties or a willingness to compromise.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The cooperation style is pragmatic, focused on finding solutions to overcome procedural obstacles, such as suggesting taking a break and finding a substitute from the Constitutional Committee. He/She also points out the possibility that representatives from other factions (e.g., the Social Democrats) could deliver the report. However, he/she is critical of colleagues who fail to participate in the work.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demands public and clear answers for all Estonian people before they are ready to discuss the topic privately ("We can also talk about it in the hallway"). There is no information available regarding cross-party cooperation or willingness to compromise before achieving public clarity.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
There is insufficient information regarding cooperation with colleagues. The speaker demands that the government cooperate with regional stakeholders, requesting the Minister of Education and the Minister of Regional Affairs to participate in a meeting with representatives of Raplamaa local governments and schools, in order to find solutions.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker collaborates closely with local government structures, such as the Rapla County Association of Local Authorities and Märjamaa Municipality, to address the regional issue. He/She requires the ministers to be present and willing to find a solution through discussion, stressing the necessity of two ministers' involvement.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is acting on behalf of the opposition faction (EKRE), proposing that the bill be rejected. Although he cites the positions of other financial experts and institutions, there is no evidence of him seeking cooperation or compromise with other factions. The style adopted is rather confrontational and demanding.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Data is scarce.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is demanding that the minister ensure inclusion and cooperation with local residents of Tartu and the region's Members of Parliament (MPs), specifically to receive honest feedback regarding foreign inmates. This points to a desire to involve regional representatives and communities in the decision-making process. Information concerning any other cooperation is currently unavailable.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker expresses readiness to submit corrective proposals (with amendments) to fix the "stupidity" that found its way into the budget. This suggests cooperation with like-minded colleagues to eliminate the errors. There is no direct reference to cross-party cooperation.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Not enough data.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Not enough data
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The style of cooperation demonstrates clear coordination with the representatives of their faction (EKRE), referencing the joint submission of the motion to discontinue the draft legislation. Colleagues are urged to vote in favor of terminating the bill, appealing to their conscience.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker clearly supports the establishment of the special committee addressing the demographic crisis, deeming it "highly necessary." This suggests a willingness to cooperate on specific, crucial initiatives. Nevertheless, their overall attitude toward the government's activities remains highly critical.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Not enough data.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker is operating from the opposition, but is calling on the coalition to support the bill he initiated aimed at ensuring territorial sovereignty, stressing that this is a matter of shared security interest. He expresses his readiness to discuss proposals and amendments during the legislative process.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The style of cooperation is institutional, confined to submitting an interpellation and demanding positions and answers from the new climate minister. There is no data regarding inter-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
Data is scarce.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
There is absolutely no indication of cooperation or willingness to compromise; the focus is entirely on sharply criticizing the government's policy and promising its reversal.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
There is insufficient data regarding the willingness to cooperate, compromises, or cross-party action.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Insufficient data.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
Not enough data
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The style of cooperation is formal, focusing on the gathering of information and the minister's explanation of policy. There is no data concerning inter-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The collaborative style is aimed at recognizing the rapporteur (Varro) and obtaining information from him, which suggests cooperation with like-minded individuals. Towards institutions (VVK, the coalition), however, the style is uncompromising, demanding that they rectify long-standing systemic shortcomings.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker refers to EKRE's previous draft bill on the same subject, demonstrating intra-party cooperation on tax policy. During the procedural debate, it was stressed that the government's actions related to amendments submitted by various individuals (Rene Kokk, Leo Kunnas, Alar Laneman, Evelin Poolamets) and even the Isamaa party, pointing to a broad-based procedural conflict.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is too little data.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Not enough data
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Insufficient data.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Urges the Government of the Republic to initiate amendments to the Traffic Act and requests all 101 members of the Riigikogu to support the draft bill. It emphasizes the need to support the sector and ensure progress, noting that the issue has been known to the Transport Administration for decades.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker addresses the Vice-Chair to request mediation and assistance concerning the poor working climate within the committee, indicating a desire to resolve internal conflicts through institutional channels. Standard thanks are expressed for the colleague's (Jaak's) report.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker makes a direct appeal to the opposition party Isamaa, asking them to raise the national issue of scrapping the car tax during the Tallinn coalition negotiations. This demonstrates tactical openness to cooperating with other opposition forces in opposing the specific bill.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Not enough data
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker is largely oppositional, but attempts to garner support for their draft bill by addressing the Chairman and the Board (Presidium) of the Riigikogu directly. They reference prior quiet lobbying efforts by Reform Party members concerning car leasing, which demonstrates an awareness of behind-the-scenes communication. They stress that responsibility ought to be collectively shared and that consensus is achievable provided the proposals are reasonable.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
No data available.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
No data available. The speech is aimed at a direct confrontation with the Prime Minister, and contains no elements suggesting cooperation.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
No data available
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker is seeking confirmation and agreement from the rapporteur regarding the reasonableness and necessity of the draft bill, employing questions such as "do you agree" and "what do you think." This indicates a desire to achieve consensus and support for the legislative proposal currently under consideration.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The collaborative approach is focused on acquiring knowledge and confirming viewpoints from the industry representative (Sirje), with the goal of strengthening the critique against the government's policy.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is too little data.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrated openness to cooperation during the processing of the draft bill, noting that the initiators are not opposed to placing Belarus under restrictions, should such a proposal arise during the proceedings. At the same time, concern was expressed that the bill might be "killed" in the committees, suggesting potential difficulty in reaching consensus with the other parties.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
No data available
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The cooperative approach calls for substantive proceedings, citing the Justice Minister's previous stance that would support a thorough discussion of the opposition's bills. The speaker demands an end to political squabbling so that the important bill (food security) can move forward, thereby seeking pragmatic cooperation at the committee level.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is demanding better cooperation and transparency from the government, stressing the necessity of reasonably processing legislation put forward by the opposition as well. The current tone is rather demanding and critical, as the lack of collaboration is viewed as deliberate obstruction.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker does not refer to direct cooperation within the Riigikogu chamber, but instead focuses on criticizing the minister and the government. He proposes a pan-European agreement among heads of state to freeze the Rail Baltic project and redirect the funds toward national defense. He also emphasizes the necessity of involving universities and experts to analyze technological solutions.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The cooperation style is aimed at establishing a unified front within the opposition, noting the interest in the discussion shown only by EKRE and one social democrat. Although the speaker requests support for his draft legislation, he points to the coalition’s minimal interest, which restricts broad-based cooperation. He acknowledges the role of his colleague (Erkki Keldo), albeit in an ironic tone, for translating the minister's thoughts.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The cooperative approach demonstrates trust in the state bodies responsible for implementing the decision to relocate the monument, assuming they are capable of working out the logistics. It supports specific legislative solutions (such as supporting the draft bill) and actively participates in challenging the commission's positions.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker urges all members of the Riigikogu to support the present draft legislation and to jointly seek opportunities for resolving the issue. This signals a desire to find a solution through broad-based parliamentary cooperation, even in the face of government opposition.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
No data available
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data.