By Plenary Sessions: Leo Kunnas
Total Sessions: 6
Fully Profiled: 6
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political focus is on the nation's security of supply, particularly ensuring food reserves. It strongly supports the logical and legally mandated distribution of functions, favoring the responsibility of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (MKM), given that the Centre of Reserves is already under their jurisdiction. Concern is expressed regarding the slow pace of the Government Office in handling the draft legislation, which has been pending for two years.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political position centers on specific, narrow fiscal policy measures, such as lowering the excise tax on heavy fuel oil and increasing the tax-exempt limit for employee travel compensation. These stances are policy-focused and directed toward providing concrete economic relief. The overall direction is either reducing the tax burden or raising the tax-free thresholds.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political focus is on tax policy, with clear support for reducing the income tax rates for both individuals and legal entities. This position is presented purely through describing the content of the draft legislation, specifically mentioning concrete rates (e.g., 18% and 18.3%).
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The most prominent topic is national defense and the rapid enhancement of indirect fire capability, which is deemed critically insufficient in the context of the current war. The politician demands immediate decisions from the government regarding the acquisition of new artillery and mortar systems, as well as a further increase in defense spending above 3.2% of GDP. Furthermore, he expresses concern about the volume of migration and Estonia's capacity to successfully integrate newcomers. The political framework is strongly policy- and results-driven, focusing on specific military needs and established timelines.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political focus is centered on opposing the government’s proposed VAT hike, which is deemed ineffective given the current economic downturn. The speaker’s stance is strongly policy- and results-driven, emphasizing the negative impact of the tax increase on turnover and revenue collection. This position clearly advocates for a tax reduction, proposing alternative rates (17.5% and 19.5%).
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The most crucial issue is the proper handling of national defense matters in the Riigikogu (Parliament), particularly those concerning defense-related properties. The political approach emphasizes procedural precision and the inclusion of relevant bodies, specifically the National Defense Committee, when debating defense-related topics. The overall position is moderate, focusing on adherence to the policy framework and procedural requirements.