By Plenary Sessions: Kalle Laanet

Total Sessions: 10

Fully Profiled: 10

2025-05-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is centered on enhancing the clarity of legal statutes, particularly concerning the interpretation of the anti-corruption law regarding the definition of an affiliated person. Furthermore, he/she is seeking a reform of criminal procedure so that the right to appeal rests with the Prosecutor's Office collegially, rather than being exercised by the individual prosecutor solely.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is on amending the Law on Identity Documents and related acts. The speaker, acting as a representative of the leading committee, is the initiator and supporter of these amendments, focusing on the technical streamlining of the law, specifying the authorization norms for data registers, and ensuring compliance with international law (the EU return certificate). The goal is to bring the draft bill to the final vote on June 4th.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on Draft Bills 572 and 548, which concern the invalidation of digital identity documents and the streamlining of the migration procedure. Kalle Laanet is the representative of the leading committee responsible for processing these bills in the Riigikogu. The objective was to expedite the entry into force of Draft Bill 548 by May 1st in order to resolve the practical problem related to the inability to issue identity documents.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is directed toward the process of establishing the Riigikogu investigative committee and the objective of identifying legislative loopholes that enable such situations. The goal is to improve laws and the division of responsibilities to prevent similar nationally critical issues in the future. Kalle Laanet was appointed as the representative of the lead committee for the handling of the draft bill.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on supporting a maritime security bill designed to enhance capabilities and situational awareness both above and below the water. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, emphasizing that it is a necessary step toward a better-protected maritime domain. The subsequent step envisioned is the modernization of the naval fleet.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the rejection of the draft bill concerning the shifting of public holidays, due to the lack of a comprehensive impact assessment. The committee chairman’s proposal to wait for a thorough study is supported, allowing the entire system of holidays and special dates to be reviewed at once.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on procedures for ensuring oversight and accountability, while opposing a specific draft bill (the formation of an investigative committee). The speaker prefers using existing special committees and the interpellation format to scrutinize Rail Baltic, thereby avoiding duplication. He supports the consensus proposal to add the bill to the plenary session agenda.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The focus is on addressing the urgent needs (1.6 billion euros) for national defense funding, which necessitates the development of budgetary and legislative measures. The speaker is acting as a proponent, emphasizing the need for swift action.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The main legislative priority is a thorough overhaul of the Code of Criminal Procedure, which dates back to 2004, and the creation of a new code. The first proposals from the expert panel are expected to reach the Riigikogu in the near future. Furthermore, legislators are tasked with removing legal sophistry and confusing legal norms from the legislation—norms that allow for dual interpretation.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is supporting and processing the Chancellor of Justice's proposal concerning the regulation of banks refusing to open accounts. The individual acts as a proponent of the initiative and the committee's rapporteur, thereby facilitating the proposal's subsequent handling.