By Plenary Sessions: Lauri Laats

Total Sessions: 12

Fully Profiled: 12

2024-09-26
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
His economic views are fiscally cautious and pro-redistributive: he supports a progressive income tax and a bank tax, and opposes any sharp rise in consumption taxes. He emphasizes that raising taxes primarily impacts those in poverty and low-income earners, which signals a deepening of social inequality. He also discusses the potential increase in social tax and the temporary status of the security tax, expressing concern over the permanence of tax changes and their effect on economic growth. Furthermore, he points out budget deficiencies that could place a burden on both individuals and the business environment.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The priorities for the economy are affordable electricity, developing domestic production, and mitigating global supply chain disruptions. He/She refuses to allow continued growth in dependency on China and stresses that the effectiveness of the green transition must be economically sensible and serve the interests of national employment and consumers. He/She recommends sensible subsidies in food and tax policy (such as lowering VAT on food) and increasing social expenditures to cushion the impact of inflation.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Insufficient data
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
A positive and growth-oriented view of the defense industry; it emphasizes the necessity of expanding operations based on forecasts of economic indicators (turnover, markets, volumes).
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
In the economic context, emphasis is placed on the recession, the need to capture new markets, and the importance of economic diplomacy. Practices that fail to support the development of exports or economic ties are criticized, and the reduction of embassy staff in China is cited as an example of resource scarcity. He/She emphasizes the need for a visible and effective economic policy within foreign affairs.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Support is given to family policy and the continuation of child benefits. Emphasis is placed on the importance of stable economic policy and promoting family formation through the measures outlined in the draft legislation. Precise financial data or specific numerical details are lacking, but the overall position leans toward a supportive direction via state spending aimed at bolstering families.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Focusing on economic factors, he emphasizes the price of electricity for consumers, the utilization of state and residents' funds, and the increasing burden of grid fees. He is skeptical of grants and state subsidies, arguing that the offshore wind project requires massive investments that will ultimately be paid for by the end consumer. He recommends an alternative: developing onshore wind and solar parks, which are more economically viable.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Economic growth and inflation are central concerns; he is critical of tax increases and prioritizes the stability of the economic environment and the protection of purchasing power. He emphasizes that the tax burden must not be excessive, and warned that impulsive tax hikes could trigger an economic recession. He highlights the need to maintain social solidarity and not eliminate the tax curve/hump, which, in his estimation, would be a mistake.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
Criticizes fiscal policy and tax increases, representing a desire to prevent the general tax burden from being shifted onto people's pockets. It opposes the bank tax, arguing that the need to raise revenue should not fall on the shoulders of the average person (it offers alternatives that would not strain specific sectors). It is stated that economic policy should focus on the livelihood and security of the populace, rather than easily expanding taxation.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus of economic interests is to maximize economic activity and investments, reduce the regulatory burden, and avoid a situation where insurance and risks become intolerable. The financial impact (potential savings or loss) is assessed, and emphasis is placed on the unforeseen impact on entrepreneurship, employment, and tax and budgetary operations. Preference is given to structural solutions and those that are reasonable for businesses within the regulatory framework.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
Supports cooperation with the private sector (bus services) and discussion regarding financial aid for people at the border; emphasizes the need to coordinate and find financial solutions to improve the situation. Due to the lack of specific descriptions of tax or economic policy, it remains general.
2024-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
It supports the objective of economic stimulation through the idea of a four-day work week, demonstrating a positive stance regarding the impact of working hours on the economy.