By Plenary Sessions: Rene Kokk
Total Sessions: 110
Fully Profiled: 110
2025-10-14
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The politician demonstrates expertise regarding the regulation of platform services and the requirements for service provider cards, and is also well-acquainted with legislative procedures and the utilization of registry data. He/She disputes the ministry's assertions concerning the administrative burden of photographs, referencing existing registry data (ID card, passport). This expertise is further supported by referencing discussions held by the Economic Affairs Committee.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding planning procedures and public participation requirements, citing specific procedural details. They criticize the termination of the mandatory notification requirement in county and national newspapers, as well as the reduction of the advance notice period for local authority planning exhibitions from 14 days to just one day. The expert analysis focuses on how these procedural changes impact the long-term alteration of the living environment.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the field of state budget planning and execution, citing specific large figures (e.g., 2.27 billion euros and 584 million euros in capped funds) regarding budget transfers. He/She is also familiar with the role of institutions that provide economic forecasts (the Institute of Economic Research) and defends their independence against the minister's criticism.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the execution of large infrastructure projects (Rail Baltic), land ownership issues, and the technical challenges of land reclamation systems. He/She highlights specific consequences, such as the restriction of wildlife movement and problems concerning land that has not been acquired by the state.
2025-09-23
15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the organization and accessibility of administrative services, highlighting specific issues concerning the acceptance of cash payments and birth registration procedures at PPA service centers. They also point to previous service reductions (in the Transport Administration, postal services, and healthcare) as part of a negative trend.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of national defense, focusing on the cooperation between the Defence Forces (Kaitsevägi), the Defence League (Kaitseliit), and other state agencies (PPA, RMK), as well as the status of the equipment. They refer to the National Audit Office report to support their criticism, emphasizing the need to improve cooperation among the subordinate agencies.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates authority regarding the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, criticizing the work of the committees, the availability of materials, and the use of the 51-vote requirement. Additionally, they are knowledgeable about the analysis of economic policy impacts (such as the effect of the car tax on GDP and entrepreneurship), as well as environmental and fisheries problems (specifically, the explosive growth of the cormorant population and its impact on fish stocks).
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of public opinion polls, citing specific approval ratings (2–3% and below 10%). They address specific policies, such as the implementation of gender quotas for publicly traded and private companies, and the similarity of workforce resources within the security sector (police officers, rescue workers, and defense forces personnel).
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge regarding the management and supervision of PPA data, highlighting specific figures, such as over 400 officials with access rights and more than 4,500 queries monthly. He relies on PPA's internal analysis and clearly distinguishes between the system's theoretical description and the actual practice of officials when accessing data.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of strategic national defense issues, referencing the Ottawa Convention and emphasizing the importance of a military presence ("boots on the ground"). Furthermore, they are familiar with the regulation and oversight mechanisms for election financing (ERJK, National Audit Office), discussing both the cost and revenue aspects of advertising.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the transport and logistics sector, focusing on a specific regulatory issue—the allowance of larger and heavier truck combinations on Estonian roads. Also evident is an understanding of the need to boost productivity and competitiveness, linking these factors directly to the interests of farmers and foresters.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise on topics related to tax policy (specifically, the impact of income tax on the shadow economy and state revenues) and security (the tactical advantages and low cost of anti-personnel mines). He employs economic arguments against the mandatory biofuel component in aviation fuel, stressing that it would triple the cost of fuel and subsequently impact ticket prices. Furthermore, he references unemployment statistics (over 64,000 unemployed, the highest level in 12 years) and deficiencies in budget planning.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of national defense, naval operations, and command structures, referencing the views of the former Navy Commander and the role of the Chief of the General Staff of the Defense Forces. He employs terminology such as "escalation risk" and "control action," emphasizing an operational and security failure. Furthermore, he is familiar with media coverage and expert assessments concerning the level of Estonia's defense capabilities.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of public administration and tax policy. He clearly distinguishes essential public servants (police, rescuers) from administrative staff (white-collar workers, senior specialists). Furthermore, he analyzes the rhetoric surrounding tax increases, challenging the minister's claims that taxes are falling, while emphasizing the actual rise in the tax burden.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the fields of the labor market, migration policy, and security (KAPO threat assessments). They utilize data from Statistics Estonia concerning the highest unemployment rate of the last 12 years and emphasize the importance of innovation and automation in economic development. Issues related to the education system (vocational schools, lifelong learning) and emigration are also referenced.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of economics, emphasizing the critical role of energy prices in competitiveness, as well as EU financial mechanisms, specifically referencing Estonia becoming a net contributor. Specific terminology is employed, such as "CO2 allowance," "Natura 2000 site," and "key habitat" (VEP). Furthermore, the discussion delves into the specifics of landowner compensation and the administrative burden placed upon local municipalities.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the justice sector, addressing the administrative organization of courts, consolidation efforts, and the social impact of criteria for releasing prisoners. Furthermore, they hold a firm position on energy policy, emphasizing the importance of oil shale valorization, energy security, and ensuring reserve capacity while anticipating the introduction of nuclear energy.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates detailed knowledge of fuel and electricity excise duties, presenting precise figures (euros per 1000 liters/kg) and referencing specific sections of the draft legislation. Possesses strong competence regarding economic stimulus, border trade, and transport sector issues. Provides critical analysis concerning energy infrastructure decisions (the third Estonia-Latvia connection before Estlink 3) and the lack of accountability among relevant agencies.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Expert knowledge is clearly evident in the fields of local government financing (specifically, the upkeep of care homes) and regional policy. The knowledge is particularly thorough regarding the details of the reorganization of the Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School, including community opposition, infrastructure issues (the boiler house), and the nuances of student enrollment. A historical parallel is used, referencing the closure of the Transport Administration’s offices, to illustrate the resulting deterioration in service accessibility.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of energy policy (backup power solutions, cost-effectiveness, wind turbine figures) and environmental planning (special planning schemes, the lesser spotted eagle). Particular emphasis is placed on knowledge concerning the potential health impacts of wind turbines (infrasound, low-frequency noise, electromagnetic radiation) and the medical capacity required to identify them. The speaker demands that specific studies covering a radius of 15–20 kilometers be conducted.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates familiarity with the international critical arguments concerning e-voting, listing specific and recurring problems such as the lack of security and reliability, lack of transparency, and the digital divide.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the specifics of the motor vehicle tax, highlighting concrete methods of circumvention (e.g., installing a sink in an SUV to register it as a camper van) and various vehicle categories (N1, N1G). Reference is also made to constitutional aspects (Article 28 of the Constitution) and the differences in transport accessibility between urban and rural areas. It is emphasized that these problems were already known during the proceedings.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates knowledge of shortcomings in budget management, citing examples of the opaque use of hundreds of millions of euros and the inability of government members to finalize funding for the gas plant. It criticizes the weak analysis of transport policy, referencing a Ministry of Finance official's assertion that there are no significant differences in the availability of transport options between central Tallinn and rural regions. It utilizes specific financial figures concerning the impact of the car tax (an additional cost of 600–800 euros).
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge regarding the historical peculiarities of national defense and the administrative domain of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. They use concrete data (the years 1996–2005, 2000–2500 men) and technical terminology (reserve training exercises, rescue companies) to highlight the problem of failing to involve reservists. The expertise focuses precisely on the administrative gaps that have emerged between the ministries.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the details and economic consequences of the motor vehicle tax, highlighting specific examples of differences in tax amounts and car sales statistics in Estonia compared to Latvia and Lithuania. The impact of the tax on car repair shops, road safety, and forcing people into the grey zone is also analyzed. Knowledge is also demonstrated on the topic of transferred state budget funds (over a billion euros) and the unfunded budget lines of ministries.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge regarding the regional electricity market and transmission capacities. They refer to concrete infrastructure details, such as the condition of Estlink, the impact of the third Estonia-Latvia interconnection on the shifting of price differentials, and the capacity disparity along the Estonia-Latvia and Estonia-Finland routes.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
As a reserve officer himself, the speaker demonstrates competence regarding national defense and the remuneration of reservists. To substantiate the issue, the presentation utilizes data from the Statistics Estonia consumer price index (CPI) and a calculator, citing specific figures (e.g., the value of 1,000 euros in 2018 will be 1,472 euros in 2025). This clearly demonstrates a data-driven approach and a solid understanding of how economic indicators affect the defense sector.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates detailed awareness of specific political scandals (Eesti 200/Lehtme) and the proceedings of the Committee for the Supervision of Party Financing (ERJK). The expertise is focused on the practical consequences and implementation issues of the draft bill, requiring specific examples of how it would help investigate fraud schemes.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the problems concerning local government financing, citing specific court cases (Tartu) and previous cuts to extracurricular education. They are also familiar with the recipients of state funding for Russian-language media, naming specific media groups (Postimees Grupp, Põhjarannik). Their expertise centers on monitoring state-local funding relationships and issues related to media subsidies.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the principles of vaccine safety and the specifics of mRNA vaccines, inquiring about their movement and distribution within the body. He/She refers to scientific studies and the positions of scientists who have voiced criticism, emphasizing that the research was still in the experimental phase while the vaccines were in use.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the operational procedures of the Riigikogu, focusing on ministers’ accountability to the committees and the limited role of motions of no confidence as an oversight mechanism. He emphasizes the substance of the draft bill, which concerns ministers appearing before the committee regardless of their party affiliation.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy, particularly the financing of wind energy, and internal ministry documents (memos). They are knowledgeable about the ministry's structure (the Energy Department) and clearly distinguish between confidential economic indicators and the names of companies and officials that require public disclosure. They cite the process of drafting the forestry development plan as an example to justify the need for transparent stakeholder involvement.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in hunting and the regulation of large predator populations, using specific terminology such as "problem animal," "hunting certificate," and "hunting permit." He/She cites specific data regarding the optimal number of wolf packs (25) and the estimated actual number (39–40). This expertise is further supported by a reference to personal experience as Minister of the Environment during 2019–2020.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the details of the car tax and its implementation problems, highlighting specific examples (such as the 2016 Mercedes-Benz V-class) of radically different tax amounts applied to identical vehicles. The lack of logic in the taxation scheme is emphasized, and a detailed technical breakdown is demanded.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of constitutional law and citizenship policy, addressing the status of persons with undetermined citizenship and the possibility of their emergence even in the year 2025. They highlight that the state lacks a precise overview of the actual number of both dual citizens and stateless persons residing in Estonia.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the energy market, emphasizing the impact of transmission fees on the final price and inquiring about the investment climate. Awareness of digital policy and the value of data is also evident, with reference made to the 4 billion words in the Estonian language corpus and the "gold price" value of databases.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
They seem knowledgeable about immigration and visa regulation topics. They stress the need for quantitative statistics to understand the scale of residence permit misuse and the trend (rising or falling).
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the topic of social genders and the critical evaluation of scientific consensus. Their expertise lies in using historical examples (Seto language, lobotomy) to challenge the lasting validity of current scientific viewpoints and to urge caution.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in tax policy (VAT, excise duties, car tax) and budget oversight, criticizing the waste of hundreds of thousands of euros on analyses and 100 million euros lying dormant in the budget. Furthermore, the speaker possesses knowledge of energy policy, addressing oil shale energy, the register of bunkering operators, and direct line capability. Statistical data is utilized (e.g., the share of food in household expenses is 20–30%), as are international comparisons (EU and US VAT rates).
2025-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the mechanisms for drafting the state budget and identifying budgetary errors, utilizing specific financial data and references. The specialized focus is on fiscal oversight, citing, for instance, a double entry totaling 100.4 million euros discovered under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications' line item, as well as the budgetary issues concerning Rail Baltic.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the processes for managing and auditing state-owned enterprises, knowing the scope (20 vs 120+ pages) and timeline of the Nordica special inspection audit. They use technical terms such as "special audit" and refer to analogous risk cases (Port of Tallinn, Rail Baltic), emphasizing the systemic risks present among the 25 state commercial companies. This expertise is aimed at identifying management errors and financial risks.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state governance structures and legislative processes, utilizing terminology such as "intent to draft legislation" and "precedent." The professional focus is directed towards mechanisms of financial transparency and clarifying the respective roles of the Parliament (Riigikogu) and the Government.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of energy production planning, particularly regarding the construction of gas power plants and the comparison of fuel sources (oil shale, local gas). He emphasizes the vulnerability of the supply chain, citing specific risks such as cable damage and issues with maritime transport. He asks the minister to evaluate the capacity for supplying local raw materials on a ten-point scale, which indicates a desire for quantified analysis.
2024-12-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy (oil shale, wind turbines) and planning procedures (public involvement, 60 days), referencing specific European Union and national deadlines (2040, 2050). Particular emphasis is placed on the restriction of the public participation process and its effect on long-term planning documents. Questions are also raised concerning plans to relax environmental protection requirements within protected areas.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in international e-commerce (Temu, a Chinese online store) and the field of EU product requirements. The level of knowledge is particularly detailed regarding waste management and recycling procedures, specifically inquiring about the recyclable component, storage, and the associated costs.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise regarding the implementation mechanisms of the motor vehicle tax and the procedures for deregistering vehicles, including knowledge of the planned €800 environmental levy. Specific questions are raised concerning the duration of tax liability for stolen cars, referencing the procedures of the Transport Administration. Previous experience as Minister of the Environment is mentioned, lending authority to the subjects discussed.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
Demonstrates knowledge of social policy (benefits for large families, health insurance for stay-at-home mothers) and tax policy (VAT, excise duties, motor vehicle tax). The focus is on the direct negative impact of political decisions on families, specifically naming concrete legislative bills even without relying on technical data.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates practical expertise in the field of excise policy and border trade, citing a personal inspection trip to the Ikla border crossing and Latvia. He uses his experience as a former minister to challenge the opposing side's theoretical positions, focusing on the real-world impacts on smuggling and consumer purchasing behavior. He specifically asks how the excise tax increase affects Estonian statistics and public health if purchasing shifts to Latvia.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process, particularly concerning the work of committees and the documentation of legal expert opinions. Emphasis is placed on the availability of materials and the date the opinion was presented, which indicates detailed knowledge of the Riigikogu's operational procedures. Specific terminology is employed, such as "law firm opinion" and "was introduced and discussed in the committee."
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding climate history (a narrow data period) and CO2 emissions, as well as Estonian mineral resources (oil shale, phosphorite) and associated environmental hazards (groundwater contamination). Technical terms such as "we emit CO2" are employed, and specific production processes are referenced.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the mechanisms by which undefined citizenship arises and the associated demographic data (over 62,000 individuals). Particular concern is emphasized about how the number of gray passport holders might increase and what their actual ties are to other countries, referencing their freedom of movement both within the European Union and Russia. Specific questions are posed regarding the methods for the creation of new gray passports in 2024.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Data, technical terms, or statistical indicators are avoided, and subject-matter expertise is not demonstrated. The speaker focuses instead on listing the social and moral impact of political decisions.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the operational organization and procedures of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), particularly concerning the absence of presenters/rapporteurs and the taking of recesses. Furthermore, they are aware of the economic scope of the Rail Baltic project and the previous critical assessments issued by the National Audit Office (Riigikontroll). They are capable of differentiating between the importance of the project's transparency and its national defense aspect.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates thoroughness regarding the administrative and legal consequences of the car tax, specifically asking about the duration of the tax liability, the length of the police investigation, and the necessary documentation for a stolen vehicle. He emphasizes that the presenter, as the person championing this topic, should know these practical implementation details inside and out.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the nuances of the car tax, highlighting a specific inconsistency in the mechanism for refunding the registration fee when exporting older versus newer cars from Estonia. On the topic of education, he/she is knowledgeable about the budget size of Vana-Vigala school (approx. 1.6 million euros), its role in educating students with special educational needs (SEN), and previous attempts to close the school.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of regional policy, the impacts of closing educational institutions, and the transfer of financial burdens to local governments. They reference a specific call from the Rapla County Association of Local Authorities and the situation of the Vana-Vigala vocational school. The analysis focuses on the regional and financial consequences of state decisions.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the details of customs and tax legislation, knowing the precise fine rates (€3,200 vs. €100,000) and the issues surrounding the expansion of the powers of the Tax and Customs Board. He/She is also well-versed in the budget transparency debates, referencing the positions held by the Auditor General, the Chancellor of Justice, and the financier Aivar Sõerd. Furthermore, he/she stresses the importance of clearly distinguishing the operational domains of different institutions (police vs. customs).
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of legislation and procedural continuity, particularly in the field of economic regulations and administrative law. The speaker is familiar with both the impact of sustainability reporting on hundreds of businesses and the previous and proposed levels of specific fine amounts (e.g., 100,000 euros). The speaker is also interested in the historical procedural progression of draft legislation, inquiring about the rationale behind extending the right to wear uniforms/insignia.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the logistics of prison management and security, citing as an example the drop in security at Tartu Prison following the addition of a detention house and a sobering-up facility. He/She is also familiar with the details surrounding the closure of educational institutions, mentioning the renovation costs and the threat of demolition facing the Vana-Vigala Technology School. The first speaker focuses on the logistical details of international treaties and visitation rights.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in matters concerning the state budget and the administrative structure of ministries. They highlight specific examples of functional misalignment between ministries, such as the Ministry of Climate handling transport and the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (MKM) dealing with gender equality. Furthermore, they reference precise past budgetary errors, including a mistake amounting to 100.4 million euros on the MKM line in the 2023 budget.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the impact of fiscal policy and excise duties, focusing specifically on the shift of consumption to neighboring countries and the resulting loss of tax revenue. They emphasize the necessity of analyzing past experiences and the cross-border movement of trade, noting that the ministry has failed to draw adequate conclusions.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the administrative costs of the social sector and the expense of IT projects (SKAIS1 and SKAIS2), mentioning specific sums exceeding 14 million euros. They have a detailed insight into the price hikes for social and healthcare services, citing as an example the increase in the outpatient visit fee from 5 euros to 20. Furthermore, they are up-to-date on the committee discussions concerning the selection criteria for state officials.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The focus centers more on the procedural and moral aspects of the draft bill. Technical or statistical detail is absent, but sharp questions are being raised regarding the expediency of the proposed assessment mechanism (the role of the Social Insurance Board and the evaluation criteria).
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the social sector, highlighting the rising cost of special welfare services, the shortage of care nurses, and the low wage levels. They also use specific data regarding the labor market, mentioning the unemployment rate among Estonians (7.5% and higher) and referring to the immigration of tens of thousands of people.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in road construction and infrastructure financing, citing specific project initiation timelines and funding periods (2023–2027). They address the relationship between traffic safety and the aging vehicle fleet, and offer a comparison with Latvia’s ambitious infrastructure projects. Detailed questions are raised concerning the projected volumes and the percentage change in funding over the next decade.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in land reform, restrictions on property acquisition, and environmental policy, referencing their previous experience as the Minister of the Environment. They use detailed examples (e.g., Dutch land prices, B1 language level) and are familiar with neighboring countries' regulations concerning the alienation of land. They are capable of distinguishing between the necessity of reducing bureaucracy and undue haste in the construction of large infrastructure projects.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of defense industry financing and capability, citing a specific investment of 2.3 billion euros between 2022 and 2028. Secondly, he/she has a detailed overview of circular economy issues, such as tire shredding capacity, export, and the specific use of tire crumb in Enefit Power’s shale oil production. This expertise is confirmed by the requirement to obtain statistics on the movement of shredded tires over the last five years.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in agricultural policy and compensation for environmental damage, using specific financial data and technical terminology. They are aware of the previous maximum compensation amount (3,200 euros per enterprise) and the ministry's savings objective. Furthermore, they refer to a specific mitigation measure—deterrent hunting—and its insufficient scope.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The assessment is confined to issues of political procedure (the vote of no confidence), political ethics, and public image (optics). The speaker emphasizes the moral aspects of political conduct, using well-known sayings about the appearance of honesty and fairness. Specific policies, data, or technical terms are not utilized.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates expertise in traffic safety and socioeconomic impacts, highlighting the link between vehicle aging and more severe traffic accidents. He/She sharply criticizes the absence of a substantive impact analysis during the preparation of the draft legislation. Furthermore, he/she points out a specific infrastructure funding shortfall (4.4 billion euros) needed for road construction and maintenance.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in managing national finance and the economy, citing statements made by former finance ministers (Pentus-Rosimannus, Akkermann) concerning the soundness of public finances. Specific emphasis is placed on understanding the problems of demographic and economic drain, noting that business owners often leave quietly. The need for labor and associated replacement issues are also addressed.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state finance and budgetary processes, citing specific figures (2.2 billion in unspent funds, over 100 million on the line item for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, MKM) and criticizing the activity-based budget (TERE). Procedural errors by the Constitutional Committee were also highlighted concerning the President's note of infringement and the failure to substantively discuss the proposed amendments. Detailed criticism was presented regarding the budget's incomprehensibility to members of the Riigikogu (Parliament).
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
Expert knowledge is evident in the field of public finance and budgetary processes, particularly in the handling of the supplementary budget and the financial control of ministries. The speaker uses specific large sums of money (100.4 million) and refers to the work of the financial staff at the Ministry of Finance and the MKM.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the logistics of military training (engineer training equipment, mines, explosives) and the corruption issues surrounding international aid. He/She references studies conducted by Ukrainians themselves, which indicate that roughly one third of aid supplies are stolen, emphasizing the necessity of structural reforms.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding transport organization and regional differences, emphasizing the poor accessibility of public transport and the distance of services in rural areas. They use specific financial indicators when proposing alternative ways to cover budget deficits, referencing the cost of Rail Baltic (over 300 million) and the impact of abolishing the tax hump (500 million). Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with the claims made by ministry officials concerning the differences in transport organization between urban and rural areas.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of administrative management, the IT sector, and state investments, referencing data leaks, the m-State project, and the issue concerning the deputy secretary's conflict of interest. Specific financial figures are used, such as 700 million in lost investments and various amounts cited as the m-State's "tuition fee" (€800k, €200k, €360k).
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates competence in the financing of local authorities and land tax issues, recognizing the disproportionate relationship between the obligations imposed by the state on local governments and the corresponding funding. He/She also has knowledge of the working procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament) committees and emphasizes the need to involve specialized committees (e.g., the Rural Affairs Committee, the National Defense Committee) to assess aspects of food security. The speaker links food security with domestic production and people's purchasing power.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the goals of the European Union's environmental policy (30% protected area) and their implementation mechanisms. Specific terminology is employed, differentiating between protection percentages for terrestrial and marine areas and referencing EU-wide and Member State-specific obligations. The expertise focuses on clarifying regulatory details and their scope.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker exhibits deep expertise in the procedural and security facets of e-voting, drawing attention to specific problems like authentication standards (referencing notary practices) and the management of ID cards in nursing homes. Furthermore, they are cognizant of the Supreme Court’s earlier observations on e-voting and the representation of complainants in court.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The presenter demonstrates expertise in tax policy, particularly regarding banking sector profits and the impact of Euribor. Furthermore, the speaker is highly focused on the specifics of the Riigikogu's procedural rules, repeatedly demanding that the opposing party cite the specific legal norm used to consolidate the proposed amendments. The speaker disputes the government's economic rationale (the availability of capital for entrepreneurs), pointing to the absence of fact-based data.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the issues plaguing the state's IT developments, citing specific figures (800,000 euros spent as a "costly lesson" during m-government development) and failed systems (the examination information system). This expertise is evident in the demand for a precise determination of responsibility and expenditures, utilizing technical terminology ("information system," "m-state").
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Expertise is evident in legislative procedures, especially in the requirement for the VTK (Government Research Council of the Republic or impact assessment) and adherence to the practice of good law-making. He is also familiar with the details of tax policy (budget implementation) and the car tax discussions, highlighting the issue of involving representatives of large families.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of social security and public finance, utilizing terminology such as pension indexation and income tax exemption. Particular emphasis is placed on the necessity of auditing the expediency and necessity of NGO funding, with detailed questions being asked regarding the specific allocation of the funds.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financing mechanisms (state commission) for the agricultural sector and veterinary education, citing personal familiarity with the sector. They also possess knowledge of the budget limitations faced by ministries and universities, referencing their prior work experience at the Ministry of Rural Affairs and their tenure as Minister of the Environment. Furthermore, they are capable of posing specific questions concerning the consequences of reallocating internal budgetary resources.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Demonstrates profound expertise in road transport and infrastructure issues, drawing upon the Estonian Transport Administration's study (2022–2023). It utilizes specific data, such as the percentage of overweight bulk carriers (53%) and a projected annual reduction of 41 million kilometers. Furthermore, it highlights technical aspects, including bridge loading, the number of axles, and the gross weight of the cargo.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of IT management and cybersecurity, referencing specific incidents such as the loss of health data, the Apotheka incident, and the collapse of the examination system. They are also familiar with the problems facing the rural sector regarding database incompatibility and bureaucracy.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the Riigikogu's internal rules and procedures by posing a procedural question regarding the committee's report. Knowledge of the practical problems within the education system is also demonstrated, specifically mentioning the fatigue experienced by teachers and children, and the constant changes in class composition due to the integration of Ukrainian children.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in both tax policy (inflation, tax hikes) and regional policy, highlighting the significant disparities in transport management between urban and rural areas. He shows knowledge of how the proposed car tax would affect specific interest groups, such as hunters, farmers, and small business owners. Furthermore, he is well-versed in the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), criticizing the implementation of the 51-vote requirement.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in macroeconomic topics (inflation, wages, pensions) and tax policy (VAT, car tax, and the sugar tax). They stress the need for comprehensive data analysis, demanding a full accounting of the expenditures and revenues of the European countries used for comparison. This specialized knowledge is used to challenge the Prime Minister's statistical claims.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the procedural aspects of the Riigikogu, referencing the readings of draft legislation and the positions taken by the board. They are familiar with the historical details of expense reimbursements, such as the change in the car leasing allowance amount from 450 euros to 650 euros. Furthermore, they use Finland’s position on e-voting as comparative material.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of specific media sources and dates (Kuku Radio's "Hommikuraadio," March 14), where the situation involving the Prosecutor General and the minister was addressed. The analysis is aimed at monitoring the communication protocols between high-ranking officials and the subsequent public debate, focusing specifically on the ethical aspects of the telephone conversations.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of socio-economic issues, particularly regarding financial hardship, the underfunding of local municipalities, and the field of interest education (extracurricular activities). They cite specific data concerning the cost of the food basket (500–700 euros per month). Furthermore, they have a clear understanding of the continuity of national defense development plans over the last 30 years.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates competence in local government finance, pointing out specific expenditure areas such as the inadequate state funding for teacher salary hikes in kindergartens and extracurricular education. Reference is also made to concrete increases in costs (energy, transport) and taxes (VAT), which strain the budgets of local authorities.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of social policy and taxation, specifically referencing the reduction of family benefits and new taxes (car tax, sugar tax). Emphasis is placed primarily on the content of the government’s first draft bill and its impact on society. References to statistics or technical data are absent.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy and energy transition matters, focusing specifically on the timeline for integrating nuclear energy into the grid and the financing and continuation of maintaining oil shale reserves. Specific terminology is employed, such as "oil shale reserves" and "moving into the grid lines," which indicates detailed knowledge of how energy production is organized.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures (committee discussions, motions for rejection) and emphasizes the importance of proactive lawmaking. They use the issue of gun permits for individuals with Russian and Belarusian citizenship as a comparison, showing awareness of security concerns and the administrative burden placed on the police. They stress that it is wise to address problems before they escalate.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in social and infrastructure issues affecting rural areas, citing the closure of rural schools, the secondary school reform, and deficiencies within the public transport system. Furthermore, the speaker exhibits knowledge of legislative procedures, inquiring about the specifics of committee discussions and the proposals put forth by interest groups (VKG).
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of economics and agriculture, citing studies by the Estonian Institute of Economic Research that show a decline in Estonian domestic goods on the market. Specific terms are used, such as "capital availability," "bank tax," and reference is made to the slow response of the Rural Development Foundation (MES).
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the taxation of banking windfall profits and loan conditions, drawing specific comparisons with Lithuania (which recorded over 100 million in extraordinary revenue). He directly links financial policy to the financing and loan availability for industry, particularly the food sector and the green transition.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The assessment concerns the regulation of food products and the organization of the retail sector, focusing specifically on issues related to the labeling and differentiation of insect-based foods. It also demonstrates awareness and recognition of the role of Estonian agriculture in ensuring high-quality food. No data or statistics are used in the discussion.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise concerning the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property and its amendments, citing specific sections and current restrictions in Estonia. Statistical data is utilized to support their position, pointing out a 42.2% increase in property acquisition by Russian citizens when comparing 2021 and 2022. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about similar regulations in neighboring countries.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Awareness of labor market statistics is demonstrated, highlighting the specific figure of 55,892 unemployed individuals who are officially registered as such. The topic of government accountability and ministerial statements is also addressed, referencing questions raised by Tiit Riisalo and Siim Pohlak.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The expertise is evident regarding national strategic reserves and food security, demonstrating awareness of the establishment and operation of the Estonian Centre of Reserves. Knowledge of legislative procedures is also represented, referencing Justice Minister Kalle Laanet's previous statements and standard responses used when rejecting draft legislation. The speaker actively monitors media coverage concerning the reserves.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise both in the legislative procedures of the Riigikogu and in the details of excise policy. They specifically refer to the draft bill amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act, as well as specific-purpose fuel (shale oil heating oil). Consequently, the expertise focuses on procedural correctness and the specifics of tax policy.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of infrastructure construction and transport policy, highlighting the proportion of unacquired land for Rail Baltic and the project's financing sums (e.g., 190 million). They express concern about the collapse of the Estonian road construction sector and the resulting consequences (loss of know-how, higher prices charged by foreign companies). Furthermore, they emphasize the necessity of involving universities in analyzing renovation conditions and the technological solutions for Rail Baltic.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates competence in the field of tax legislation, presenting specific draft bills aimed at reducing the income tax rate for both natural and legal persons. Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament), demanding clarity regarding accountability and utilizing procedural tools, such as requesting additional time. This expertise has been applied in formulating proposals to ease the economic situation.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding procedural issues within the legal system and politically sensitive court cases, referencing specific examples such as the Kajar Lember and Port of Tallinn cases. He is also familiar with practical situations related to the Defense Forces and security, for instance, the recommendations given to conscripts. Furthermore, he is well-versed in the Ministry of Justice’s arguments concerning conflict of interest and the organization of oversight.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness in the field of social policy, referencing the previous draft bill to reduce child benefits and the resulting media coverage. The expertise lies in highlighting the severity of the social problem and connecting it to the government's inaction. Specific technical data or statistics are not utilized; rather, the emphasis is placed on a substantive understanding of the issue.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legislative procedure by inquiring about the timely submission of the draft bill in accordance with the rules. Furthermore, they possess detailed knowledge of the history of Estonian tax policy, specifically referencing the 2009 increase in VAT from 18% to 20%.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of tax policy (VAT rates 5%, 9%, 22%) and the technical aspects of climate policy, referencing carbon trading and the quota system. They directly link these mechanisms to industrial competitiveness, citing the departure of the metal industry from Europe as an example. Furthermore, they are familiar with previous legislative decisions, such as the taxation of CO2 from wood-fired boiler houses.