By Agendas: Leo Kunnas

Total Agendas: 67

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2025-09-24

First reading of the draft resolution (705 OE) of the Riigikogu, "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia's international obligations in a North Atlantic Treaty Organization or member state, European Union, or United Nations-led international military operation involving the initial contribution thereto."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data.

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2025-09-15

An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.

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2025-09-10

First reading of the draft law on civil crisis and state defense

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data

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2025-09-09

The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data

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2025-09-04

Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main social and security issue is the restriction of voting rights in local elections for citizens of a state recognized as a terrorist regime by the Riigikogu. This stance sets security and national defense as a priority over civil rights.

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2025-06-16

Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and other laws (662 SE) - first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on the protection and security of the population during an emergency, which is addressed within the context of infrastructure and legislation. Social issues are only considered through the prism of security and preparedness.

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2025-06-04

Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The text addresses social issues through the lens of security, emphasizing the need to protect civilians from scatterable mines deployed by the Russian side that are spreading into rear areas. It also stresses the safety of soldiers, prioritizing factory-made mines over improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to minimize casualties.

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2025-06-02

An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of scientific study and the quality of university education (no. 764)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Among the social topics, we will address the intersection of higher education and immigration, focusing on the working rights of foreign students and their equal treatment compared to Estonian students. Particular emphasis is placed on regulating student status.

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2025-05-22

Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data

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2025-05-19

Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient Data

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2025-03-26

Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The discussion addresses a social and security-related issue concerning the rights and obligations of non-citizens and holders of the grey passport regarding national defense. The focus is on their strictly limited status as individuals liable for defense service (conscription), emphasizing that they can only serve as supporting members of the Kaitseliit (Estonian Defence League).

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2025-03-19

Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data

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2025-03-17

An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of science (no. 716)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker addresses social issues within the context of education and language policy. The speaker calls into question the widespread use of English-language instruction in Estonian higher education institutions, thereby indirectly defending the national educational space and its quality.

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2025-03-17

An inquiry regarding the shrinking scope of Estonian language usage (no. 711)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary social issue revolves around immigration and linguistic integration. The speaker views the high volume of immigrants (speakers of Russian, English, and other languages) as a threat to the state's social capacity to successfully integrate them. This stance is strongly opposed to increasing immigration quotas, stressing the necessity of protecting the nation's capacity for integration.

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2025-02-17

Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2025-01-30

Draft law amending § 5 of the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (530 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.

The main social question is the loyalty of Russian citizens and stateless persons to the Estonian state, which is strictly addressed within the context of security and comprehensive national defense. He emphasizes that a lack of loyalty creates a potential threat, as these individuals could be involved in anti-Estonian activities. He wishes that the restriction on voting rights would ideally extend to stateless persons as well.

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2025-01-21

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data

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2025-01-20

Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary social issue is demography and population decline, which is being treated as an extremely alarming "catastrophe." This issue is linked to the promotion of family values and having large families.

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2024-12-09

Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.

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2024-12-04

The second reading of the draft resolution (479 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia’s international obligations in a North Atlantic Treaty Organization or member state, European Union, or United Nations-led international military operation, upon its initial contribution"

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.

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2024-11-13

Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The most pressing social issue is considered to be improving the demographic situation and tackling the falling birth rate, which, in the speaker's estimation, is even more important than national security. The budget is sharply criticized because it neither reflects nor addresses this problem at all.

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2024-11-13

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

Among the social issues mentioned is the readiness of the populace to participate in defense activities, but this is treated purely as a statistical metric in the context of national defense. Other social topics, such as education or immigration, are not addressed in the speech.

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2024-11-11

Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary social issue is abortion, concerning which a firm opposing stance is adopted, defining the act as murder. This position is justified using moral values and scientific arguments regarding the individuality of life starting from the moment of conception.

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2024-11-06

First reading of the draft resolution (479 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the international obligations of the Republic of Estonia in a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation or member state, European Union, or United Nations-led international military operation involving the first contribution thereto."

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.

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2024-10-21

Inquiry regarding the provision of international protection to Ukrainian male citizens who are mobilization-eligible.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The social issue under discussion concerns the status of Ukrainian citizens of mobilization age in Estonia and other foreign countries. This topic is strictly addressed within the context of security and military necessity, aimed at ensuring Ukraine's capacity to wage total war.

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2024-10-21

Inquiry Regarding the Confiscation of the Estonian Soldier Memorial (no 642)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Social topics include historical memory and national identity, emphasizing the need to expand state commemoration. The aim is to guarantee a dignified place for the memory of Estonians who fought against the Red Army in the Second World War, which is crucial for the integrity of the national narrative.

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2024-10-16

Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

No data available

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2024-09-24

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Funded Pensions Act and Other Acts (464 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.

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2024-09-18

Second Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (426 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Social issues are addressed within the context of security and the provision of vital services, stressing the necessity of maintaining general practitioner services and the availability of food and medicine during times of crisis and war. The focus remains on the continuity of societal functioning and meeting the essential needs of the population.

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2024-09-16

2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The topic being addressed concerns social issues within the context of security and law enforcement, focusing on enhancing the state's capability through the creation of the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) crisis reserve.

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2024-09-11

Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

There is not enough data.

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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.

Among social issues, only civil protection and internal security are addressed, both of which are linked to ensuring the safety of citizens. Other socio-political topics are absent from the speeches.

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2024-06-10

Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the Defense Forces' wartime engineer capabilities, informed by the experiences of the current stage of the Russia-Ukraine War (No. 607)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The only social issue concerning an international convention is the consideration of denouncing the Ottawa Convention, which bans anti-personnel mines. This question has been raised purely in the context of national defense and the effectiveness of defensive structures, rather than from a socio-ethical or humanitarian perspective.

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2024-06-04

First Reading of the Bill for the Act Amending the Emergency Situation Act and Related Acts (426 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The aspect of societal security related to ensuring the functioning of a vital service (National Broadcasting) during an emergency situation is addressed. Traditional social topics are absent.

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2024-06-04

First reading of the Draft Resolution (331 OE) of the Riigikogu titled: "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Obligate All Reservists to Permanently Keep Firearms at Home Along with a Considerable Quantity of Ammunition, and to Provide Reservists with Financial Assistance for This Purpose If Necessary"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

Regarding social issues, there is a strong emphasis on the need for more thorough background checks, which would cover mental health, criminal history, and loyalty to the constitutional order. This places the availability of weapons within a context of strict security and trustworthiness.

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2024-06-03

First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The speaker is actively involved in social issues, stressing the protection of minors from exposure to pornography. There is strong support, and the solution proposed involves effective, restrictive measures borrowed from the field of security policy.

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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.

Insufficient data.

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2024-05-27

Interpellation concerning the need for prenatal protection of the right to life of children (No. 554)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

Among social issues, the protection of the right to life and legal personhood for unborn children has been highlighted. The speaker employs a moral and historical framework to stress the extreme importance of this issue and the danger inherent in denying these rights.

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2024-05-16

Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

Insufficient data

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2024-05-09

First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Security Institutions Act (330 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

Among social issues, the balance between security and citizen background checks is addressed, highlighting the necessity for stricter and more comprehensive vetting. This is particularly crucial for members of the Defence League and reservists who keep weapons at home, ensuring that these arms do not fall into the hands of a hostile agency. The security aspect outweighs personal liberty in this regard, serving to prevent internal conflicts.

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2024-05-06

A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The primary social theme revolves around education, with a focus on preserving the rural school network and addressing its future prospects. This underscores the need for regional equity in educational access.

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2024-05-02

First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary social issue concerns the relationship between the state and religious organizations in a secular country, emphasizing the need to avoid labeling entire faiths due to extremism. The question of the allegiance of Orthodox congregations is addressed as a significant social and security-related topic, the ideal resolution for which should originate from the church itself.

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2024-04-17

Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary social issue is the security of democratic processes and voter identification. He/She supports identity verification based on facial recognition to ensure the integrity of the election and prevent voter fraud.

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2024-04-16

The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2024-04-16

Third reading of the Draft Act amending the Act on Precious Metal Products, the State Fees Act, and the Equipment Safety Act (363 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-04-10

Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Defence League Act and the Amendment of Other Acts Related Thereto (Bill 335 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2024-04-03

Second Reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-04-03

First Reading of the Draft Resolution (274 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare and Restore a Militarized Border Guard as a Separate Agency"

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Regarding social issues, the speaker focuses on internal security and the role of the police in a crisis, emphasizing the necessity of preparing the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) to fulfill roles during armed internal conflict and wartime. He/She refers to the "green men" as a threat that the police should address.

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2024-04-02

Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The social focus is on historical justice and memory, demanding the removal of symbols of individuals associated with Soviet repressions (deportation). The emphasis is on historical responsibility and moral values.

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2024-04-01

Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary social issue is immigration, which is viewed as a security threat due to the rapid growth of the Muslim community and the potential emergence of radical Islam. The emphasis is strongly placed on national security and threat mitigation.

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2024-03-13

First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

It does not address traditional social issues. The only related topic is civil defense (part of internal security), where the government is required to provide clear strategies and answers regarding the number of people to be evacuated and the number of available shelters.

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2024-03-06

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary social issue revolves around immigration and the state's capacity to integrate (or permanently settle) the foreign-origin population. This discussion is framed strictly within the context of demographic quotas and historical burden, emphasizing the necessity of limiting immigration to what the country can actually handle.

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2024-03-04

Interpellation concerning the introduction of the vehicle tax (No. 304)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Instead of social issues, the speaker focuses on ensuring national security and public order, emphasizing the operational capacity of the Rescue Board and the Police and Border Guard Board.

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2024-02-07

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (264 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

Not enough data

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2024-02-07

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (182 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

There is not enough data.

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2024-01-25

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-01-24

First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 186 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2024-01-24

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (129 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.

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2024-01-17

First Reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (254 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-01-17

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Income Tax Act (200 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient information

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2024-01-17

Draft Act Amending the Income Tax Act (195 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2024-01-17

First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (178 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2024-01-15

Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The discussion of social problems centers on immigration and the related capacity for integration. The speaker emphasizes that the concentration of new communities makes integration more difficult, highlighting a long-term social and cultural challenge.

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