By Plenary Sessions: Rene Kokk
Total Sessions: 110
Fully Profiled: 110
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is on amending the draft regulation concerning platform services. The politician is a strong opponent of the bill in its current form and, on behalf of EKRE, is proposing an amendment to retain photographs on service provider cards and grant local governments the right to conduct oversight.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently centered on resisting amendments to the Planning Act related to simplified planning procedures. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the draft bill, specifically targeting provisions that decrease the mandatory notification requirements and shorten the preliminary information period allotted for local government planning.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on overseeing the government's activities and demanding improvements in the quality of budget execution. The primary priority is reducing the volume of budget funds carried forward by ministries, which indicates poor planning, and requiring better planning for the 2026 budget.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is aimed at ensuring parliamentary accountability, strongly urging a return to the establishment of the Rail Baltic investigative committee in the Riigikogu. He/She is a supporter of the initiative but critical of its failure.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the Act amending the State Fees Act and the draft bill concerning the reduction of locations for birth registration. The speaker is acting as a critic and opponent of the draft bills, asking the minister for solutions to alleviate the problems in rural areas.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus centers on scrutinizing the activities of the Minister of Defence and assessing national defense capabilities, relying on the State Audit Office's report. The speaker is critically opposed to the current state of defense sector management and demands improved resource allocation.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is directed at controlling government activity (interpellations regarding the car tax and cormorants) and initiating tax reduction. He is in the role of initiator, submitting a draft bill to amend the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act and the Value-Added Tax Act.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is focusing on opposing the legislation initiated by the coalition, specifically the reduction of child benefits—which was the coalition’s very first bill—and the introduction of gender quotas.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the effectiveness of existing oversight mechanisms and holding officials accountable for their use of data. The speaker operates primarily in an oversight role, demanding accountability and the remediation of systemic shortcomings.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on two crucial bills: enabling the use of anti-personnel mines for national defense, which he supports as a necessary tool, and the reform of the ERJK (Supervisory Committee on Party Financing), which aims to transfer oversight functions to the National Audit Office. He is a strong proponent of both bills and advocates for their swift progression through the legislative process.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently aimed at amending transport regulations to permit larger and heavier truck combinations on Estonian roads. The speaker is demanding that the government take concrete steps to deliver on the promise included in the coalition agreement to boost the competitiveness of these sectors.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is on initiating changes to tax policy (Draft Law 597 amending the Income Tax Act, lowering the income tax rate to 20%) and supporting draft legislation that strengthens security (withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention). He/She is an active opponent of adopting European Union regulations that increase the burden on businesses, such as sustainability reporting and the mandatory biocomponent requirement for aviation fuel. He/She submitted a proposal for the rejection of the latter draft.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The focus is on overseeing the executive branch and demanding accountability regarding the security incident. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned; this involves a member of the Riigikogu scrutinizing the government's activities during the information session.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on administrative reform and opposing tax policy. The speaker is a strong opponent of the current tax hikes and demands the implementation of measures to reduce the number of civil servants in order to lessen the administrative burden.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
It focuses on opposing the government’s labor and migration policies, demanding a shift in direction. It calls for legislative amendments that would support the technical and innovative development of businesses and create better retraining opportunities for the domestic workforce.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on environmental and climate policy bills concerning Natura sites and CO2 regulation. The speaker opposes these drafts, arguing that they increase bureaucracy (specifically the burden on local municipalities) and fail to guarantee fair compensation for landowners when restrictions are imposed. Legislative hypocrisy regarding gender quotas is also criticized.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on contesting government-initiated bills, particularly regarding changes to the administrative organization of the courts and penal policy. The speaker supports the value addition (or processing) of oil shale and proposes holding a national referendum on the production of oil shale electricity, suggesting this vote should be combined with snap elections.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main priority is initiating and supporting Bill 594 (the reduction of excise duties and VAT on fuels and electricity), with the aim of lowering the rates to the minimum permitted by the EU. [There is a] critical stance regarding the enactment of Rail Baltic and the car tax, highlighting their negative consequences and the resulting revenue shortfall. It calls for requesting derogations from the European Union to support the Estonian economy.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on opposing existing government decisions and reforms—specifically, social welfare funding and the reorganization of the Vigala school—and conducting a substantive review of these measures. The speaker acts as an adversary to these decisions, demanding the minister demonstrate the political will necessary to halt or improve the processes. No specific initiated bills are mentioned.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Legislative focus is currently directed at improving energy policy and planning procedures. A key priority is the requirement that thorough and adequate health and environmental studies must be conducted before the construction of wind farms, and the national medical sector must ensure it has the capacity to identify potential damages.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the termination of the e-voting system in Estonia, which would require amending the relevant legislation to ensure security and public confidence.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act, as it constitutes "a massive legislative blunder" from a legal drafting perspective. The speaker is a fierce opponent of the adopted law and advises people to file suit in court to address any potential legal violations.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main focus is on the bill to repeal the motor vehicle tax law, a measure for which the speaker is a strong supporter and advocate. Criticism is directed at the government for pushing through bills that are unprepared and lack the necessary groundwork, and the necessity of processing legislation until it is legally sound is emphasized.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the implementation of national defense policy and addressing administrative gaps in the organization of reserve training exercises. The speaker is acting as the proponent, highlighting a problem that requires resolution to integrate previously served servicemen into national defense.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 592), a measure the speaker wholeheartedly supports. Criticism centers on the law's fundamentally flawed design and procedural defects, which prompted the Chancellor of Justice to appeal to the Riigikogu (Parliament) to rectify the error concerning the taxation of stolen or destroyed vehicles.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on energy policy and the development of national infrastructure. The speaker proposes a specific solution (building additional Estlinks) for changing the existing policy, thereby acting as the initiator.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative focus is the bill concerning the indexing and increase of reservists' pay. The speaker is a strong supporter and procedural advocate of the bill, demanding its advancement to the next reading in order to make the necessary amendments and mandate annual indexing.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker is a critical opponent of the specific bill, demanding clarification regarding its practical impact on the investigation of political fraud cases and the modification of ERJK procedures. The objective is to use legislation to ensure the accountability of politicians and their potential withdrawal from the Riigikogu.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on opposing government policy and demanding increased funding for local governments, as the state has consistently stripped them of resources. They are also demanding a review of education and environmental policies to halt the closure of schools and cuts to environmental education.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Supporting the establishment of an investigative commission to examine the potential risks associated with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines is the main legislative priority. The speaker is a strong proponent and initiator of this measure.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The legislative focus is on a draft law concerning the obligation of ministers to appear before the committee and provide necessary information. The speaker is a strong proponent of this amendment, viewing it as a crucial oversight instrument that would prevent the creation of a "stalemate" (or deadlock).
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on parliamentary oversight and guaranteeing the transparency of government operations. The priority is the public disclosure of the names of officials and companies to prevent conflicts of interest, rather than initiating new legislation. The speaker utilizes Riigikogu procedures (specifically, repeating questions) to carry out this oversight.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is the amendment of the Hunting Act (Draft Bill 567). This amendment aims to grant individuals holding a hunting license the right to cull problem animals—those that damage property or endanger life—without needing a separate hunting permit. The speaker initiated this draft bill and is a strong proponent of it. He also drew attention to the damage cormorants are causing to the fishing industry as another significant issue requiring regulatory action.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The legislative focus is currently on the criticism of the car tax (a new burden) and resolving the confusion surrounding its implementation. Clarifications are being demanded regarding the logic of the taxation and the number of ongoing disputes, which suggests a desire to either amend or repeal the existing law.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on Bill 536 for the amendment of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia, the objective of which is to regulate the right to vote in local government elections. The speaker opposes the current wording of the bill but actively supports Amendment Proposal No. 1, which would restrict suffrage solely to Estonian citizens.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the oversight of government activities and demanding accountability. The primary demand is the initiation of supervisory proceedings against Minister Pakosta concerning the plan to transfer state data free of charge. New legislative bills are not mentioned.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on a draft bill addressing the reduction of misuse concerning residence permits and visas. The speaker's role is that of a data inquirer, tasked with assessing the bill's necessity and its influence on statistical trends.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker's focus is on political criticism and unanswered practical questions, rather than specific legislative priorities or bills.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on tax relief (reducing VAT on foodstuffs to 5%) and opposing new taxes (such as the proposed car tax). Additionally, work is underway on energy-related regulations, including the register for bunkerers and the island operation draft bill, while emphasizing the need not to shut down oil shale energy production before new solutions are fully developed.
2025-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative focus is on supporting the amendment of the State Budget Base Act and rejecting the activity-based budget system. The speaker opposes the committee's decision to reject the bill, thereby supporting the bill's continued processing.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The focus is on exercising parliamentary oversight and scrutinizing the government's activities through Question Time and committees. The speaker demands the disclosure of existing audit reports and the initiation of new special audits in other state-owned enterprises in order to improve their management.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at supporting a draft bill that increases the transparency of expenses incurred by top officials. Furthermore, the Government is required to provide concrete legislative plans and drafting intentions to rectify the identified fundamental problem in the legislation.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the government's planned investments and the direction of energy policy, rather than specific legislative bills. The speaker stresses the necessity of investing in maintaining the capacity of the oil shale energy sector.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the strong opposition to the draft bill concerning the acceleration of wind farm establishment and the modification of public involvement procedures. The speaker criticizes the bill as a tool intended to steamroll the public and merely rush through the mandatory consultation process as a necessary formality.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the details of implementing the specific draft bill, particularly concerning the procedures for handling and recycling of goods. The speaker is acting as an inquirer, demanding a clear plan for how the law will actually function in practice and what the associated costs are.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax and improving the related draft bill concerning the deletion of 'phantom vehicles' from the register. Priorities include establishing clear rules for terminating the tax liability on stolen cars and reducing the unreasonable 800-euro environmental fee. It is recommended that the processing of the draft bill be discussed calmly and that the necessary amendments be introduced.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on opposing the government's draft legislation, particularly concerning the reduction of benefits for large families and proposed tax hikes (including the car tax). The speaker stands in opposition to the government-prepared amendments, arguing that they undermine the financial security and confidence of families.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the specific bill concerning the increase in alcohol excise tax. The speaker is an active opponent who questions the bill's actual impact and results, drawing on their previous experience as a proponent of lowering excise duties.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward oversight, ensuring that all expert opinions cited in the preparation of legislation are duly documented, presented to the committee, and made available to members of the Riigikogu. Priority is given to adhering to procedural standards and ensuring the free movement of information within the parliament.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is the opposition to a draft bill concerning the constitutional enshrinement of voting rights for individuals with undetermined citizenship. The speaker is a staunch opponent and initiates a debate through questioning, while simultaneously emphasizing the principle of quality in legislation: "if you are going to do something, do it well."
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on opposing government bills, particularly those related to cutting child benefits and introducing the car tax. Furthermore, it emphasizes moral opposition to the proposed legislation that would grant pedophiles the right to work with children, thereby positioning itself as a fierce adversary of the government's legislative agenda.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is supporting the establishment of an investigative committee to monitor the Rail Baltic project and improving the procedural work of the Riigikogu. Emphasis is placed on the need to ensure the proper functioning of the committees and the submission of reports.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the motor vehicle tax bill and thoroughly scrutinizing its implementation details. The speaker acts as a strong opponent of the bill, demanding clarity regarding tax liability and the actions of relevant agencies in the event of theft.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker's focus is on opposing existing government initiatives (the car tax) and administrative decisions (school closures). They primarily act as an opponent, demanding a reversal of the policy and the finding of solutions for preserving regional educational institutions.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on influencing the government's executive decisions (school closure plans) and holding ministers accountable during the plenary session. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned; the aim is to achieve a change in the decision through political pressure.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The primary focus is the rejection of Draft Law 515 on the Customs Act, opposing the granting of special powers to the MTA and the disproportionate increase in penalty rates. Another key priority is increasing budget transparency and ensuring its alignment with the constitutional framework, based on the positions of the Chancellor of Justice and the Auditor General.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward the critical scrutiny of government bills concerning business regulations (sustainability reporting), administrative law (extending the right to register entries to the Tax and Customs Board), and penal policy (raising fine rates). The speaker acts as a detailed interrogator of these drafts, seeking clarification regarding both their economic impacts and their procedural consistency.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on opposing the government's initiative to bring foreign prisoners into Estonia, and we are absolutely against it. The first speaker will concentrate on the logistical aspects of international treaties and social rights (visitation rights). Also in focus are the policy concerning the closure of educational institutions and the change in function of the prison complex.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed toward the processing and amendment of the state budget. The speaker intends to submit amendments aimed at correcting administrative and financial inconsistencies written into the budget. The goal is to improve the budget structure and prevent waste.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The main legislative focus is on opposing the draft law regarding excise duty increases and demanding adequate economic analyses from the Ministry of Finance. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, as he believes it will cause a loss of tax revenue.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on amendments to social security and healthcare legislation concerning benefits and service fees, as well as the work of the commission that discussed the selection criteria for civil servants. The speaker is a strong opponent of these changes and policy directions, demanding the IT system be implemented to accelerate procedures.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on suspending the proceedings of a specific bill (which relates to assessing the right of convicted pedophiles to work with children). The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill and is demanding the immediate termination of its second reading.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker strongly supports the establishment of a special committee to address the demographic crisis, viewing it as a highly necessary initiative. Furthermore, there is a call for political solutions to ensure care workers are fairly compensated and to mitigate the rising costs of these services.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on controlling the government's actions through parliamentary inquiries, demanding clear plans and financing for the construction of four-lane main highways for the period 2023–2027 and the subsequent ten years. The aim is to compel the government to recognize road construction as a priority.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The main legislative priority is the amendment to the Act on the Restriction of Acquisition of Immovable Property (Draft Law 321), the purpose of which is to restrict the acquisition of agricultural and forest land by foreigners through language and residency requirements. He is also critical of draft laws that would excessively ease the conditions for establishing wind farms in Natura and nature conservation areas.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is on the government's strategic plans and the implementation of policy, particularly in the fields of defense capability and the circular economy. The speaker calls for a statistical overview and explanations regarding the action plans, acting more as a supervisor and initiator of information than as a proposer of legislation.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on processing the existing inquiry and holding the government accountable regarding the termination of compensation for damage caused by geese. The objective is to compel the minister to provide answers and assess the evolving situation, in order to find a solution for mitigating farmers' losses.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The focus is directed toward the stability of the executive branch and political accountability within the context of the motion of no confidence. Legislative priorities or specific bills are not addressed.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill and demanding the termination of its proceedings. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the draft, emphasizing its insufficient analysis and the negative consequences for road safety and rural life.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
There is insufficient information regarding specific legislative priorities, draft bills, or proposed amendments.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill and demanding its rejection. Criticism is also directed at procedural shortcomings, particularly the lack of substantive discussion of the proposed amendments and the resulting constitutional infringement.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on processing the supplementary budget and verifying its financial accuracy. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, demanding assurance that the current draft does not contain errors similar to those found in previous budgets.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Not enough data
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is opposing the car tax bill and proposing alternative budgetary measures. Alternative priorities include halting the construction of Rail Baltic, abolishing the tax hump, and introducing a bank tax. Ensuring the procedural correctness of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) is also an important focus.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The primary focus is on holding the executive branch accountable, stressing that the minister’s actions provide ample grounds for filing a motion of no confidence.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on opposing draft legislation related to the financing of local governments and preventing any increase in the land tax. Furthermore, procedural correctness in lawmaking is emphasized, requiring that food security aspects be discussed and that the opinions of other committees be sought before any bill is adopted.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on specifying the details of environmental policy implementation, particularly concerning the impact of the EU's 30% protected area target on Estonia's terrestrial and marine areas. The speaker's role is to clarify the scope of this policy and highlight potential regulatory issues.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on improving e-voting legislation and security protocols, demanding the removal of existing vulnerabilities and the establishment of clear authentication standards. The speaker is a strong advocate for reform and a vocal opponent of the current system, stressing the necessity of addressing the Supreme Court's observations.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The main legislative priorities concern the taxation of the banking sector and adherence to the procedural rules of the Riigikogu. The speaker opposes the government’s procedural maneuver (the bundling of amendments) and demands its retraction, while simultaneously being an advocate for the bank tax bill.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
There is too little data.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward procedural issues, strongly demanding adherence to good legislative practice and the preparation of the RIA (Regulatory Impact Assessment). The speaker is a strong opponent of the tax law currently being debated, as it is being processed in haste and in violation of procedural rules.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is on demanding audits of existing policies and expenditures and criticizing the government's socio-political choices. Specific new bills are not mentioned; instead, a review of existing funding principles is demanded.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on increasing the state commission and funding for veterinary education to address the sector's critical needs. The speaker acts as both a critic and an interrogator, emphasizing the necessity of political solutions that require the government to secure the necessary funding.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative priority is the initiation of a draft resolution by the Riigikogu, the purpose of which is to oblige the Government of the Republic to initiate amendments to the Traffic Act to allow for longer and heavier loads. The aim is to take the first steps toward supporting the sector and improving its competitiveness.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is directed at demanding specific steps and plans from the government aimed at enhancing data security and reducing bureaucracy, which points to the need for administrative or regulatory changes.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is aimed at improving the internal procedures of the Riigikogu (specifically, the working climate of the committee) and amending education policy. The speaker acts more as a critic and a proponent of alternative solutions, specifically recommending the organization of Ukrainian-language education.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on opposing the motor vehicle tax bill, a measure that EKRE is unequivocally against. The speaker is a vocal opponent of the draft legislation and stresses that the procedure being used is flawed, arguing that the coalition is incorrectly applying the requirement for 51 parliamentary votes.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on tax policy, with strong opposition to both implemented and proposed tax hikes (the car tax, sugar tax, and VAT). Furthermore, legislative decisions that have worsened the situation for local governments and schools are also facing criticism.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main legislative priorities are the abolition of e-voting and the reform or elimination of the expense compensation system for members of the Riigikogu. The speaker positions themselves as the initiator and supporter of these reforms, demanding that the draft bills be allowed to proceed through the legislative process rather than being immediately rejected.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
Supports the bill under discussion, which would help people experiencing financial hardship (implicitly linked to lowering the VAT). Furthermore, the focus is on assessing and ensuring the continuous implementation of national defense development plans.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently aimed at reforming the government's funding policy and requiring that local municipalities be allocated the necessary financial resources for their operations. Specific draft legislation is not being cited; instead, there is a demand for a political plan that would put an end to imposing unfunded mandates on local governments.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the bills initiated by the government, particularly the reduction of family benefits, which happened to be the government’s very first piece of legislation. We are also opposing new tax laws, such as the car tax, the sugar tax, and the taxation of pensioners. The speaker positions themselves as a critic of the government’s legislative actions.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on the procedure for legalizing nuclear energy, specifically addressing when the Riigikogu (Parliament) can begin debating the viability of this energy source. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring the continuation of oil shale energy production through appropriate legislative and financial decisions.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on a bill concerning the prohibition of wearing garments that restrict women's rights, which the speaker deems highly reasonable. They are an active proponent and criticize the coalition's decision to refuse to process the bill, demanding a substantive discussion.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently directed towards criticizing existing reforms (such as the school network and the car tax) and demanding greater transparency in the handling of draft legislation. Specifically, there is a desire to know the proposals put forward by specific interest groups (VKG) concerning the bill discussed in the committee.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary legislative priority is supporting the bill currently under consideration, which aims to improve market access for domestic producers and assist the agricultural sector. The speaker is an active and staunch supporter of this bill.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Legislative focus is directed toward establishing a bank tax and debating the taxation of banks' windfall profits. The speaker is critical of the government's inaction regarding this fiscal policy issue, which impacts the credit market.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on better labeling of insect-based food and distinguishing it from other goods in retail trade. The speaker is an active driver of the debate and expresses preemptive opposition to any draft legislation that might make eating insects mandatory.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The main legislative focus is the initiation and support of Bill 284 (the Draft Act amending the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property). The purpose of the bill is to establish additional restrictions on the acquisition of real estate for citizens of Russia and associated legal entities.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is on the government's action plans and demanding accountability (what the government undertakes), rather than initiating or supporting specific bills. An answer is demanded regarding how the government intends to solve the unemployment problem.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward the substantive processing and advancement of the opposition's draft bill aimed at ensuring food security. Furthermore, improving legislative procedures is a priority in order to prevent the political rejection of opposition bills by the government.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Tax Law, specifically aiming to reduce the excise duty rate applicable to shale oil heating fuel. The speaker is an active proponent and presenter of this draft legislation, and is asking for your support. A secondary focus involves improving legislative procedures to guarantee the fair consideration of bills proposed by the opposition.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is centered on opposing government policy, particularly regarding the Rail Baltic project and the proposed car tax. The main political proposal is to freeze the construction of Rail Baltic for a period of five to seven years. Consequently, the funds currently allocated (approximately 190–300 million annually) should be redirected towards pan-European national defense and the development of infrastructure.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on amending the Income Tax Act, the goal of which is to reduce both the personal income tax rate to 18.4% and the corporate income tax rate. The speaker is an active initiator and presenter of these economy-supporting bills (including Bill 201) to the plenary session of the Riigikogu.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward supporting the draft decision regarding the relocation of a specific monument. Furthermore, significant emphasis is placed on reforming the structure of the legal system and procedural practices, particularly concerning oversight and conflicts of interest.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on supporting the current bill, which aims to find a solution through amendments to improve the financial well-being of families. The speaker is taking on the role of a supporter, attempting to find alternative solutions should the government fail to act.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the procedural correctness of the specific bill, questioning whether it reached the chamber on time according to the rules. The speaker acts as a critical scrutinizer of the bill's proceedings, emphasizing strict adherence to procedural rules.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on challenging existing tax policy decisions (raising the VAT on the press from 5% to 9%) and previous climate policy decisions (taxing the CO2 emissions of wood-fired boiler houses). He/She is acting against these measures, demanding a policy reassessment and the drawing of conclusions.