By Months: Lauri Laats
Total Months: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
12.2024
105 Speeches
Regular late addresses in the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) during December (02, 04, 09, 10, 11, 12.12.2024). We formulate opinions within the framework of interpellations and draft legislation; they submit diverse interpellations (tax changes, youth social media, Tartu Agro, the local government revenue gap) and initiate bills in cooperation within the Riigikogu. This presents an image of an active participant with clear deadlines and planned amendments.
11.2024
114 Speeches
Participation at a high level of activity in the November discussions: frequently takes the floor between November 4 and 14, submits interpellations, demands the formation of an investigative committee for Rail Baltic, debates the budget and tax policy, and tables numerous amendments. Regularly mentions cooperation and joint decisions, including those with the Baltic states, and is prepared to organize night sessions and recesses to ensure the quality of legislative drafting. Issues concerning regional development and the budget consistently feature in his/her addresses.
10.2024
72 Speeches
Demonstrates a high level of activity and continuous participation—including daily or consecutive speeches in October 2024; appears extensively in various interpellations and explanations, and takes part in numerous discussions close to the faction and the coalition. Consistent appeals to conscience and addresses directed at the Presidium and the session chair, as well as criticism regarding the procedures for handling draft legislation.
09.2024
45 Speeches
Appears to be a very active Riigikogu member, having spoken on multiple days (09.10–09.26) and been involved in various discussions, including interpellations, coordination with interest groups, and the handling of draft legislation. The necessity of involving consultation with interest groups has been repeatedly emphasized, and the communication methods of the ministries and the government have been criticized. The texts follow a layered sequence: criticism of the adoption of draft legislation, expansion of the debate, and the necessity for both timely and substantive depth.
07.2024
4 Speeches
Three presentations were given on the same day for comments (July 15, 2024); detailing travel and observation visits across various regions (South Estonia, Pärnu, the islands); emphasizing active participation in the proceedings and the readiness to submit further amendments.
06.2024
45 Speeches
The entity/individual repeatedly submits requests related to motions and voting, including demands for a ten-minute or reflection break before the vote, the expansion of meetings and discussion, and the inclusion of cooperation. This primarily occurred in June 2024, specifically on the 5th–12th and 19th. [The entity/individual] emphasizes criticism of the explanatory memoranda accompanying the draft legislation, the involvement of colleagues, and the necessity of engaging diplomats, experts, and allies during the legislative process.
05.2024
46 Speeches
The discussion is intensive and periodic: it is contained in several speeches from May 2–29, 2024, with the majority of initial proposals distributed between faction presentations and voting negotiations. There are proposals for temporary measures (bank tax), pauses (recommendations for recesses), and discussions both in the Riigikogu hall and at the committee level. Reference is also made to recent foreign relations topics and government intentions.
04.2024
18 Speeches
Regular speeches were delivered over a two-week period in April 2024, addressing a variety of topics (universal service, sports and healthcare policy, e- and m-elections, taxes). The frequency of appearances is high, often focused during parliamentary debate—asking questions of ministers, referencing the positions of colleagues, and managing discussions based on their office work. Specific examples are used, and extensive reference is made to previous debates and interpellations.
03.2024
16 Speeches
Regular participation in the Riigikogu in March 2024, appearing in several speeches and interpellations; utilizing calls for demonstrations and public appeals (e.g., issuing a call for a demonstration); emphasizing cooperation and open discussion regarding various proposals.
02.2024
10 Speeches
Attended consecutive sittings from February 5–14, 2024; submits interpellations to the Prime Minister and the coalition; stresses the necessity of impact assessments and prompt decision-making. Repeatedly adopts a protesting and questioning approach, referencing media publications (e.g., Eesti Päevaleht) to illustrate specific incidents. The work style is demonstrative, topical, and focused on addressing questions.
01.2024
6 Speeches
An active participant in parliament, submitting interpellations and questions to ministers; appearances took place between January 15 and January 18, 2024, with an emphasis on questions concerning the government's plans and draft legislation. They repeatedly use the structured question format and incorporate expressions of gratitude into the official protocols.