By Agendas: Andrei Korobeinik

Total Agendas: 86

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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The confrontation is intense and is aimed squarely at the government (the Government of the Republic) and the coalition (the Reform Party, Estonia 200), accusing them of failed economic policy and violating parliamentary rules of procedure. Criticism is particularly sharp regarding the Riigikogu Board (the Parliament’s management), who are accused of restricting the rights of the opposition and launching a "political steamroller" (for example, by prioritizing bills for the agenda based on party affiliation). The attacks are primarily procedural and political, leveling accusations of undemocratic behavior against their opponents.
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2025-06-18
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is accused of plunging the Estonian economy into its worst state and unfairly drafting the state budget, resulting in the rich benefiting while pensioners pay income tax. The criticism is both political (deepening inequality) and procedural (lack of transparency in state finances and evading questions). Compromise is ruled out, with calls not to support the supplementary budget and a proposal to do the exact opposite of the Reform Party's program in order to achieve success.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (645 SE) for the third reading amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income, the Income Tax Act, and declaring the Security Levy Act invalid.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is aimed at the Reform Party and personally Annely Akkermann, who is criticized for both policy (tax increases) and the presentation of the bill (as a victory). The criticism is intense and personal, directly linking the opponent's actions to unethical salary hikes at the expense of pensioners.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The objection is directed at the decision of the presiding officer, calling into question the legality of the right of reply granted to the representative of Eesti 200. The criticism is purely procedural, not politically substantive or personal.
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2025-06-17
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) - second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Strong opposition is aimed at the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who are being criticized for diminishing the role of parliament and for non-transparent lawmaking ("behind closed doors"). Personal accusations of incompetence regarding artificial intelligence and data protection issues are being leveled against the rapporteur, Maris Lauri. The criticism is both policy- and procedure-based, accusing the government of economic decline and disregard for the principles of the rule of law.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary conflict is with the Reform Party, which stands accused of causing the economic decline, political incompetence, and prioritizing the wealthy over the general public. The Social Democrats, meanwhile, face sharp criticism for political hypocrisy regarding the progressive income tax issue. This opposition is intense and uncompromising, fueled by the hope that the draft legislation will be scrapped should the coalition change.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (regulation of e-scooters and mopeds) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the Social Democrats faction, specifically faulting them for their absence during a crucial debate and questioning their support for the draft legislation. Furthermore, the incompetence of the Tallinn City Government (whose mayor is an SDE representative) is sharply criticized, with this failure being directly linked to the light personal mobility device problem.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The main criticism is directed at Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi and the Reform Party, who are accused of causing the economic downturn and prioritizing the wealthy. Criticism is also aimed at the Social Democrats and Eesti 200, who promised to optimize the state apparatus but have instead increased the number of officials. The attacks are intense, focusing on political failure and lack of transparency.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Eesti 200 government, along with Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is directly accused of destroying the economy and misleading the public regarding tax increases. The criticism is intense and encompasses both political (tax increases) and personal accusations (lying, lack of mandate). Compromise is ruled out, as the Centre Faction proposes to reject the draft bill.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding the construction of Via Baltica (no. 734)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main criticism is directed at the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kristen Michal, who are accused of abandoning project development and incorrectly setting budget priorities. The speaker also criticizes the narrative that "Vladimir Putin is setting the Estonian budget," arguing instead that these are the government's own choices. The opposition is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of damaging Estonia's defense capabilities and its economy.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who are accused of continuing the previous coalition’s (led by the Social Democrats) attacks against vulnerable groups. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, accusing them of dismantling the Estonian labor market and disregarding the popular mandate. The Social Democrats are sharply criticized for initiating the draft bill and discovering its flaws only at a very late stage.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary criticism is aimed at the Social Democratic Party (SDE), who stand accused of betraying their values, hypocrisy, and creating problems for Estonian society. The criticism is intense, encompassing both specific political decisions (the car tax, the pension tax) and accusations of outright lying. The opposition is absolute, expressed through repeated calls to terminate the legislative proceedings for the bill.
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2025-05-07
Coping

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary backlash is aimed at the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who are being criticized for their initiative to cut unemployment benefits. The criticism is political and centers on the idea that the ruling coalition does not represent the interests of the common person, but only looks after those sitting in the chamber.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Eesti 200 government. Criticism is intense, targeting both the delay of necessary measures and failures in economic policy, while accusing the government of incompetence. Particular criticism is leveled at the Reform Party for assuming the right to decide what is correct without a mandate from the electorate.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the government coalition, especially the Reform Party and the Social Democrats. The criticism is both political (the tax is unfair) and procedural (the coalition refused to allow the Centre Party's proposals to be voted upon). The speaker accuses the coalition of deceiving voters, arguing that the car tax was communicated as an environmental tax, even though its actual impact is negative.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is not personally criticizing anyone, but is interested in the motives behind the opposition (from the two committee members) and the presenter's personal viewpoint. The focus is on procedural clarity and demanding accountability, not a political attack.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the coalition parties: the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Eesti 200. Criticism is directed both at their policy choices (the car tax, tax hikes, and the ongoing recession) and at perceived political dishonesty (specifically, the Social Democrats voting with the Reform Party, and Eesti 200's loyalty pact). The intensity of the attacks is high, accusing the coalition of causing the decay of the Estonian economy and the growth of inequality.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Prime Minister. The Foreign Minister is being criticized for the lack of clarity in foreign policy and for labeling voters, which critics deem anti-democratic. There is strong support for the motion of no confidence against the Prime Minister, which is directed against the government's actions.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry regarding the deepening revenue gap among local governments (no. 675)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

A strong backlash is aimed at the Reform Party and the Prime Minister personally, calling into question their capacity to solve regional policy issues. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the conflict between maintaining free public transport in Tallinn and promoting regional development. Furthermore, there is an indirect reference to the validity of the Center Party's previous policies.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Bank Tax (no. 673)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and its leading politicians (Kallas, Michal, Ligi), who are accused of damaging the economy more severely than Russia’s war. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the government of blaming others ("Putin is raising taxes") and ignoring rational metrics.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding the mobile application eesti.ee (no 674)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The criticism targets the public sector's inefficient project management and results, particularly concerning the weak output of the Ukraine cooperation project (nearly a million euros). Although the formal inquiry is addressed to the minister, it is emphasized that the problem is systemic and related to a lack of accountability (the absence of a product owner). The intensity of the criticism is strong because the money spent and the results achieved are in stark contrast.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Insurance Act (504 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is being forcefully accused of driving Estonia into an economic recession and keeping the country stuck in that economic slump. Furthermore, critical questions are being directed at colleague Karmen regarding her logic concerning the usefulness of sick people attending work. The criticism is intense and centers on political failure and illogical assumptions.
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2025-01-15
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Government of the Republic of Estonia to allocate funds for co-financing Tallinna Hospital" (498 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary opponent is the governing coalition, especially the Reform Party, which is being accused of decades-long postponement of major projects. The criticism is intense and is aimed both at political inaction and a personalized attack (Kristen Michal). The opposition is strong, suspecting the coalition is unwilling to help Estonia recover from the economic recession.
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2024-12-12
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Government of the Republic (523 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is directed at the government and the coalition, who are being criticized for incompetence and destroying the economy. Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi is particularly heavily criticized for shifting the blame (specifically, blaming Putin for tax hikes). The criticism is intense and focuses on the government's poor economic performance and its avoidance of responsibility.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is directed at the Reform Party-led government and the coalition (including Annely Akkermann and Kristen Michal). The criticism is intense, focusing on the government's economic policy failures (recession, aggressive tax hikes) and unethical conduct (e.g., filling budget deficits under the guise of a security tax, and favoring banks). There is no apparent willingness to compromise; instead, the government's culpability is stressed, and voters are urged to punish the administration in the upcoming elections.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is the Reform Party, which is accused of incompetence that resulted in a half-a-billion-euro budget hole. The criticism is intense and covers both political substance (fiscal policy) as well as ethical conduct (deceiving the public under the guise of the tax name). Additionally, the chair of the session is criticized for violating impartiality.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution "Approval of the Consolidated Financial Report of the State for the 2023 Financial Year" (503 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at the policy of the government or the coalition regarding the ministers' increased budgetary decision-making authority and the lack of budget transparency. The speaker criticizes the stance of colleague Annely, which justifies ministers making independent decisions without the consent of the Riigikogu. The criticism is procedural and focuses on the reduction of parliamentary oversight.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Strong opposition is directed at the Minister of the Interior, who is being criticized for carrying over large sums of money within his area of responsibility and for avoiding the commission. The coalition is also criticized for passing the basic budget law, which grants ministers overly broad powers, and shock is being expressed over a colleague's vote.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is focused on the lack of clarity regarding the justifications for the draft bill's amendments and the opacity of the committee's working procedures. The criticism is both procedural and politically motivated, stemming from the suspicion that the changes were implemented to benefit a specific individual (Kasemets), rather than arising from a broad political necessity.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is primarily directed at the rapporteur's incompetence and their inability to answer the questions presented, especially regarding the justification for stripping Ukrainian citizens of their voting rights. The criticism is procedural, emphasizing that the respondent's attention drifted during the constitutional amendment process, which suggests the debate was disorganized and superficial.
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2024-11-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary criticism is directed at the Reform Party, which is directly accused of causing the economic recession while ignoring external factors such as the war in Ukraine. The critique is policy-based and intense, also highlighting the unfairness concerning doctors' salaries.
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2024-11-14
Second reading of the draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health service) (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The opposition is aimed at the governing coalition/majority that voted in favor of the controversial budget, which included cuts to mental health funding lines. The criticism is rooted in both policy and funding issues, highlighting the contradiction between their promises (improving services) and their actual actions (budget cuts).
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary criticism targets the actions of the presiding officer and the Riigikogu's procedural practices, which effectively block proposed amendments from reaching the floor for a vote. The criticism is procedural in nature, intended to force a change in the rules so that members of parliament can decide on the amendments themselves. Potential bias is also mentioned (a warmer feeling towards the Isamaa party), but this is primarily a rhetorical flourish used to underscore the procedural unfairness.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The criticism is aimed at coalition MPs, whose "lukewarm attitude" towards establishing an investigative committee is raising questions. The critique is procedural and concerns the avoidance of accountability, rather than being a direct political attack.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic's Government to lower the value-added tax on foodstuffs to 5 percent" (492 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Strong criticism is leveled against the coalition and the Reform Party, accusing them of driving the Estonian economy into a stalemate and protecting the interests of banks (with a specific reference to Jürgen Ligi). The criticism also targets former Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's stance—that stores are not lowering prices—labeling that position naive. The critique is fundamentally policy and procedure-based, alleging that the coalition is taking money at the expense of the poor.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry regarding the departure of state institutions from rural areas (no 653)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at the state institution or government that made the decision regarding the closure of the Lüganuse office. The criticism targets the lack of justification and transparency of the decision, not the individuals involved.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Narcotics (no 650)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the ineffectiveness of the government’s (the health minister’s) policy, given that the situation has not improved and Estonia remains among the world leaders. The dispute is policy-based, demanding explanations regarding the conclusions drawn from the state’s policy and its future plans.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main opponent is Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi and the ruling Reform Party. Criticism is aimed at the failure of economic results, implying the party lacks competence, given their long tenure in power. To dispute the opponent's positions, comparisons with other European countries are also drawn, and critical voices from within the Reform Party (Andrus Ansip) are quoted.
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2024-10-22
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Strong criticism was leveled against the Reform Party and the governing coalition, accusing them of causing the economic recession and taxing the poor. The Reform Party is criticized because the only promise they actually kept was not taxing the banks. Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi is also criticized for the lack of facts and for making claims based purely on gut feeling.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding the Care Reform (no 649)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed against the government's financial planning within the context of the care reform. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on inaccurate projections and inconsistencies in the accounting of the service budget surplus versus the reduction of pensions. The intensity of the attack is moderate, yet demanding.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main confrontation is with the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who are accused of taking money at the expense of the poor and poor governance. The criticism is both substantive (tax policy) and procedural (budget opacity and ministries' unwillingness to save). The confrontation is intense, as [the actor] proposes suspending the processing of the draft bill.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is in strong opposition to the government, criticizing the Reform Party’s economic policy and questioning the credibility of the Minister of Defence’s (Hanno Pevkur) claims regarding the allocation of taxpayer funds. The criticism targets both political narratives (such as "living in debt") and specific details of the legislation. Opponents are accused of blaming previous governments for the current economic crisis.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed at the actions of the government and its ministers, criticizing both the lack of transparency in the budget and the minister's unethical conduct in parliament. The criticism is intense, focusing on the contradictory nature of the minister's statements and the calling of a Member of Parliament's question "stupid." The attacks are both political (budget inaccuracies) and procedural/personal (the minister's integrity).
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The opposition targets the draft excise duty law proposed by the government, which is deemed harmful to the Estonian economy. Furthermore, procedural irregularities are being criticized, with demands for the minister's presence and a final statement to provide clarity. The criticism is both policy-based and procedural.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The main adversary is the government, specifically the Reform Party and ministers Jürgen Ligi and Kristen Michal. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of failed economic policy and "robbing" the less affluent. Compromise is ruled out, as the speaker vows not to support next year's budget.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the Reform Party's economic policy, which is considered the main cause of the state budget deficit. Specific ministers (the Minister of the Interior) have been criticized for carrying over unused salary funds, with accusations that they are creating the appearance of activity. The politician sharply refutes Jürgen Ligi's claims, correcting factual inaccuracies related to the implementation of the budget format during Taavi Rõivas's government.
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2024-10-07
An inquiry regarding internet services offered to people in Estonia (no. 646)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The primary opposition is aimed at the political explanation provided by the respondent (Liisa) concerning the high cost of the internet, an explanation deemed factually incorrect and without merit. The criticism is intense and centers on the inaccuracy of the data underpinning the policy.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are the governing coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, Estonia 200). The criticism is intense and multifaceted, focusing both on procedural deficiencies (the lack of debate concerning the car tax) and political choices (favoring the wealthy at the expense of social benefits). The coalition is accused of causing record inflation and creating a budget deficit.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income and amending other acts in consequence (463 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker raises doubts regarding the clarity of the information provided by the bill's proponents, citing an inconsistency between a previous response and the actual text of the draft legislation. This constitutes both substantive and procedural criticism, necessitating a precise explanation of the proposed tax treatment.
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2024-09-24
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act and the Tax Procedure Act (462 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The confrontation is aimed at the presenter of the draft bill (Jürgen), who is being criticized both for misrepresenting the content of the bill and for reading directly from the paper. The opposition is intense and focuses on policy (the change in tax rules) and procedural errors, accusing the presenter of ignoring reality.
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and government leaders Kaja Kallas and Kristen Michal, whose policies are being called the deliberate creation of a province. The criticism is intense and policy-based, accusing the coalition of causing economic recession and uncertainty, and squandering budget funds. There is no sign of a willingness to compromise; rather, they are promising to abolish the car tax in the future.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The opposition is directed at the bill's rapporteur, whose claims regarding LVL support are considered inaccurate or misleading. Furthermore, the governing coalition is indirectly criticized and accused of causing the economic crisis and implementing an improper redistribution policy. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary adversary is the ruling coalition, particularly the Reform Party, which stands accused of economic decline and management failures that have relegated the Estonian economy to the bottom of the European rankings. The criticism covers both policy issues (unequal taxation) and procedural matters (violating the deadline for the law to take effect). Compromise is out of the question, and the faction has filed a lawsuit and is also encouraging car owners to take legal action to protect their rights.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The criticism is directed at the factual inaccuracy of the claims made by the prime ministerial candidate, Kristen Michal, specifically where he attributed the proposal to forgo pension indexation to the opposition. The speaker’s objection lies in the misattribution of political positions, highlighting that the actual problem concerns the stance taken by the coalition partner (Eesti 200).
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2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Draft Law on the State Supplementary Budget for 2024 (Bill 456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is being blamed for the economic downturn and incompetence, along with the entire coalition for its deceptive security policy. Criticism is aimed both at the policies (cuts, tax reform) and the parliamentary procedure (specifically, the committee's decision regarding Isamaa’s proposals). Compromise is ruled out, as the Centre Faction believes the supplementary budget is irreparably flawed.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who are sharply criticized for political incompetence and breaking pre-election promises. The criticism is high-intensity and culminates in a call for the Reform Party to relinquish control of the country. Compromise is ruled out, as a proposal is being submitted to terminate the proceedings.
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The primary targets of criticism are the representatives of the coalition and the Social Democrats, who are accused of violating the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and employing the "steamroller" tactic. The criticism is intense and procedural, expressing hope for karmic retribution. Aivar Kokk was also criticized for presenting a totally false claim regarding international nuclear energy.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Draft Act on Credit Servicers and Credit Purchasers (376 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The main opposition is directed at the coalition, the government, and the Ministry of Finance, who are accused of incompetence and misplaced priorities. The criticism is both political (regarding the pension income tax) and procedural (concerning the delay of the credit register), and the opposition is intense. The speaker emphasizes that the Center Faction supports the draft bill, but not the current government.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The opposition is aimed at the governing coalition, which is being accused of ramming the law through using a "steamroller" tactic and ignoring substantive amendments. The criticism is intense and covers both the political substance (damaging the economy) and procedural violations. The Social Democrats are being criticized separately because they are not expected to vote against the measure. Furthermore, compromise is ruled out, as there are plans to take the matter to court.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the government as a whole, who are accused of incompetence in governing the country and causing the economic recession. The criticism is intense, focusing on political choices (cuts) and the government's inefficiency, with reference to Andrus Ansip's criticism directed at the government. A compromise is ruled out, as the supplementary budget cannot be supported under any circumstances.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main confrontation is directed at the governing coalition (Reform Party, Social Democrats, Estonia 200) and personally at Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. The criticism is both substantive (harmful tax policy) and procedural (unfair handling of amendments). The adversaries are accused of favoring the rich, destroying the country's economy, and having a flexible ideology (referring to former opponents of the car tax who are now voting in favor).
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2024-06-05
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Crypto-Asset Market (Bill 398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main confrontation is directed at the government and the coalition, who are criticized both for their policies (damaging the economy, delaying the construction of the eastern border) and for procedural violations. The intensity of the criticism is high, suggesting that the government’s decisions are so bizarre that they may have been made under coercion or threat.
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2024-06-04
Third reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The primary confrontation is aimed squarely at the ruling coalition, specifically the Reform Party, Eesti 200, and the Social Democrats. The criticism is intense and multi-layered, focusing both on policy decisions (tax hikes) and ethical issues (breaking campaign promises and continuous lying). The opposition remains resolute and rules out any compromise on the bill, accusing their opponents of defrauding pensioners.
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2024-06-03
Inquiry regarding the Directive on Platform Work (No. 629)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The primary criticism is aimed at the worldview of the minister and the Eesti 200 party, which stands accused of supporting modern slavery. The criticism is intense and centers on a political philosophy that favors "free choice" in the absence of social guarantees. The speaker expresses satisfaction that the Eesti 200 position was successfully "suppressed."
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology Tiit Riisalo and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who are accused of disinterest and making poor decisions. The criticism is aimed at political inaction, lack of transparency, and the minister's failure to implement his vision within the government. The opposition is intense and culminates in support for a vote of no confidence.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the coalition partners (including Eesti 200), who are sharply criticized for poor economic management and passively waiting for things to improve. The criticism is policy- and results-based, accusing them of being unable to lead the country and making incompetent cuts "based purely on Excel." The intensity of the attacks is high, suggesting that the government should step down if they are incapable of running the country.
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2024-05-30
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Crypto Asset Market (Bill 398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at the actions of the Reform Party-led government and its ministries, accusing them of creating bureaucracy and stifling the economy. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, particularly concerning the request for duplicate data and the restriction of economic freedom. The critic also references Margus Tsahkna regarding the government's discussions on banning duplicate data, pointing out a contradiction between the actual actions of the government and its ministries.
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2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Restore Support for Youth School Sports" (405 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is "The Government," which is being criticized for ignoring children's welfare. The criticism is policy-driven, calling into question the adequacy and effectiveness of the sugar tax as a health-improvement measure. The opposition is strong because the government's actions are deemed insufficient.
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2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the coalition, criticizing both their political method (the 'steamroller' approach) and the true objective of the tax (the sugar tax). The opposition is intense and politically motivated, focusing on the impractical implementation of the policy.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for the Implementation of the Digital Services Tax in Estonia" (408 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the government, who are sharply criticized for their unfair tax policy and the decline of the Estonian economy, which has relegated Estonia to last place in Europe. The criticism is both political (favoring the rich) and procedural, accusing the opponents of damaging the Riigikogu’s debate culture and failing to understand the substance of the draft legislation.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker clearly identifies themselves as a representative of the opposition and sharply criticizes the actions of the government or the majority in curtailing parliamentary democracy. The criticism is aimed at procedural injustice, specifically pointing to the bundling of amendments and the denial of an adjournment.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The primary resistance is aimed at the Reform Party-led coalition and their economic policies, which are widely viewed as profoundly unjust. The opposition figure (Jürgen Ligi) is being heavily criticized for his rhetoric and factual inaccuracies, and the government is also accused of seizing funds intended for the elderly. The criticism is intense, demanding that the coalition resign or refuse to support the proposed legislation.
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2024-05-08
First reading of the draft decision of the Riigikogu (403 OE) "Appointment of the Estonian Representative to the Control Committee of the Nordic Investment Bank"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker is in fierce opposition to the ruling coalition, accusing the Reform Party of incompetence and Eesti 200 of tanking the economy. Eesti 200 is also criticized for indecisiveness and inaction (they couldn't even find the 'on' switch). The Social Democrats are viewed as proponents of a pure PR strategy who have no intention of keeping their promises.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The standoff is directed against the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who stand accused of economic policy failure, breaking promises, and the unfair political choice to protect Scandinavian banks. The criticism is intense, arguing that the government should resign due to its failures, and specifically accusing Kallas of making a personal choice to protect the banks.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponents are the government, the minister, and the Reform Party, all of whom are being criticized for both their policies (tax distribution) and procedural violations. The criticism is specifically aimed at the minister's evasion of answering questions and the distortion of the session's content by the rapporteur of the Finance Committee (Jürgen Ligi). The opposition is intense and uncompromising, featuring calls for the government's resignation.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The criticism is indirect and targets the procedure used to prepare the draft bill, specifically questioning whether the commission held sufficient discussion regarding the adequacy of the remuneration. The objection is procedural and political, not personal.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding the conflict between the motor vehicle tax and the Constitution and European Union law (No. 623)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the Reform Party, criticizing both the management of the sitting and the tax hike policy. The criticism targets the political approach (specifically, the lack of inclusion) and the procedures. The speaker also speculates about internal tensions that have emerged within the Reform Party.
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2024-04-29
Interpellation regarding the incompatibility of the motor vehicle tax with European Union law (No. 622)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party and its prime minister, who are directly blamed for causing the economic recession and mismanaging the country. The criticism is intense, focusing on both policy and results, stressing that the Reform Party is incompetent in running the state and therefore constitutes a "common problem." No willingness to compromise has been expressed; instead, a change in policy is being demanded.
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2024-03-13
Rule of Law

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The criticism is aimed at those responsible for parliamentary procedures who refuse to provide substantive answers or ignore what is happening outside the chamber. The confrontation is procedural, challenging the assertion that the responses are not based on the internal rules and procedures.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government and the Reform Party, who are being criticized for poor economic management and for protecting the banking sector. The criticism is intense, accusing the Prime Minister of acting as an advocate for the banking sector and of distorting facts (e.g., regarding Italy and additional revenue). The speaker rejects the government's claims about the threat of retroactive taxation.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main adversaries have been clearly identified: Russia and Belarus, whose actions (the systematic deportation of children) are condemned as a clear war crime. The criticism is politically and morally intense and demands a collective and resolute condemnation of their actions.
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2024-02-19
Interpellation concerning Drug-Related Deaths (No. 496)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The confrontation is aimed at scrutinizing the credibility of the data and claims presented by the minister, especially concerning the rise in opioid deaths and the increase in mental health issues in the USA. The criticism is purely policy- and research-based, demanding that the ministry share the underlying studies supporting these claims.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts (termination of universal service and ensuring security of supply) (Bill 351 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker is clearly in opposition, criticizing Minister Kristen for failing to provide a substantive answer and for political inaction, which has resulted in financial damage to the less affluent. The core criticism targets the government's political prejudice, which prevents them from adopting sound proposals put forward by the opposition (the Center Faction).
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the Reform Party government and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, targeting both the economic policy and the procedural restrictions surrounding the bill's deliberation in the Finance Committee. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of overseeing the largest historical decline of the Estonian economy within the European Union. The opposition remains uncompromising, proposing that the draft bill be rejected.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is the current government, which faces sharp criticism for destroying the economy and concealing domestic political failures amid the war in Ukraine. This criticism targets both specific political decisions (such as closing consulates and increasing the number of civil servants) and general incompetence, which has been labeled a serious security risk. No willingness to compromise with the government is expressed; instead, there is a demand for a complete state reboot, starting from a blank slate.
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2024-02-05
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The criticism is directed at the government's actions (Kaja) concerning the legislative procedure, because the referenced impact assessment is absent from the draft bill. The objection is procedural and policy-based, not personal.
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