By Plenary Sessions: Lauri Laats
Total Sessions: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The accompanying document addresses the risks of desynchronization from the Russian frequency system, notwithstanding the energy security framework. It outlines specific technical solutions (such as offline payment and payment terminals functioning without connectivity) and emphasizes the need for state regulatory mechanisms. It also refers to illustrative economic and tax data (including bank profits and matters related to registration and vehicle taxation) and specifically cites numerical elements to substantiate its argument regarding changes in the payment and tax environment. The issues highlighted prominently demonstrate the financing and resource allocation strategy and the evaluation of tax incentives' impact on the economy.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates knowledge of the context surrounding workforce registration, language requirements, and the Aliens Act, referring to the table in the explanatory memorandum and topics discussed by the committee. Emphasis is placed on data utilization and the nuances of operating within a legislative framework. This creates the impression that the topics are understood and that necessary clarifications are being sought.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
An understanding of IT sector pricing and public procurement issues is emerging: there is mention of App Store/Android ratings, the question of public procurement costs, and an 800,000 euro project. The terms 'public procurement,' 'price,' and 'on the market' are utilized, and the necessity of collecting and analyzing user feedback is emphasized.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
It utilizes specific data and references: €236 million in tax revenue, €99 million from the motor vehicle tax, and €137 million from registration fees. It references EU legislation and specific situations, such as the Nordica scandal. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of consumption taxes within the Estonian and European contexts and explains the impact of the tax amendments on economic activity.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Shows knowledge of public finance mechanisms, referencing KredEx, Nordica, and 1.5 million euros, and using dates and media publications (Eesti Ekspress) as evidence. It raises analysis-driven questions concerning the transparency of loan decisions.
2025-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on the lack of transparency in the structure of the state budget, providing examples (like the 100 million designated for gas power plants) and emphasizing the confusion among the ministries. They use finance and budget terminology while stressing the necessity of improving the implementation process.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The authors of the speeches demonstrate a strong command of the links between healthcare funding and the economy: they highlight the number of sick days and the scale of cases (3.4 million sick days annually, 417,000 cases), as well as the economic impact (2–3% of GDP, €800 million to €1.2 billion in indirect costs). The discussions cover changes to sickness benefits, the division of burdens between the employer and the state, and the evaluation of utility through investment (the figure for additional costs is €49.3 million). Specific data-driven considerations are presented, focusing on the coherence between healthcare financing and the economy.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Demonstrates knowledge of the budget procedure and the importance of transparency; mentions 100 million for the construction of gas power plants and refers to relevant statements by Lauri Läänemets and the Ministry of Finance that may call the budget plan into question. Focuses on the use of facts and logical arguments.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The representative highlights the close connection between energy and the economy, covering topics such as oil shale utilization, energy security, CO2 capture and gas power plants, ENMAK forecasts, and the 2028–2040 period. Specific figures are referenced (e.g., 11.5 million in additional revenue from notary fees, a 30% increase) alongside technical concepts (dispatchable capacity, CO2 capture). The discussion of energy policy topics is both example-driven and based on in-depth research.