By Agendas: Hanah Lahe

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2025-09-04

Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker demonstrates a strong capacity for collaboration by presenting a draft bill initiated by 46 members of the Riigikogu. This points to the establishment of broad-based support for the legislative initiative among colleagues.

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2025-06-19

Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2025-06-16

Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and based on open dialogue, which is confirmed by the commission's unanimous decision to proceed with the draft bill. Emphasis is placed on the excellent cooperation with ministry experts, who provided "good and comprehensive answers."

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2025-06-12

Draft law amending the General Part of the Environmental Code Act and other laws (611 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and inclusive, stressing that all the commission's amendments were adopted "fully and consensually." Collaboration also took place with stakeholders, including the Estonian Chamber of Agriculture and Commerce, the Estonian Association of Circular Economy Enterprises, and the Ministry of Climate.

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2025-05-21

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate proceedings in the European Union to invalidate the obligation to prepare sustainability reports" (601 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The third speaker pointed to the cooperation and shared understanding within the European Union Affairs Committee, asserting that the committee minutes are indeed read. While the overall tone in the parliamentary chamber tends to be adversarial (with questions directed at the proposer), it nonetheless demonstrates an awareness of the cross-party work being done in the committees.

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2025-05-15

Draft law amending the general part of the Environmental Code Act and other laws (611 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The working style is consensual and collegial, stressing that the committee proposed concluding the first reading through consensus. The speaker also neutrally conveys the remark made by a colleague (Andres Metsoja) concerning the project-based nature of the draft bill.

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2025-05-14

Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The collaborative style is supportive and inquisitive, aimed at the presenter to clarify the details of the draft bill and the concerns of the opponents. The speaker is seeking alternatives to quotas, which signals an openness to various solutions for achieving the goal. Direct references to cross-party cooperation are absent.

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2025-05-14

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic's Government to submit an application to the European Commission for the exemption of energy production companies from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas" (619 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Cooperation clearly takes place at the expert level between the coalition and the Ministry of Climate, whose professional responses and assessments are endorsed. A proposal was made in the committee to unanimously move the draft bill to a final vote, but there was no substantive collaboration with the initiators of the bill. In the international context, the necessity of reaching consensus with other countries is stressed in order to make joint appeals at the EU level.

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2025-05-08

Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data

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2025-04-15

The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The cooperation style is open and supportive, confirming the success of the point (language learning apps) made in the minister's previous response. The speaker poses a question aimed at finding new shared opportunities and achieving success for Estonia as a whole.

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2025-04-09

The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.

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2025-03-24

Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

Not enough data

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2024-12-05

Draft law amending the Waste Act and the Packaging Act (430 SE) – second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The collaborative approach is open and inclusive, emphasizing work with the Ministry of Climate and stakeholders, whose proposals formed the basis for drafting the amendments. A willingness to compromise was noted, with some provisions being set aside for further discussion next year as part of the waste reform package. The commission decided to support all proposed amendments, which indicates a strong internal consensus.

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2024-11-21

Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker thanked the experts and colleagues for the substantive discussion, emphasizing the need for a thorough parliamentary debate before the bill is addressed. At the same time, they are prepared to sharply criticize colleagues who do not share a science-based approach, indicating a readiness to cooperate only with progressive and science-respecting forces.

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2024-10-08

Draft Law Amending the Hunting Act (444 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is consensus-based, emphasizing that the Environmental Committee proposed to reject the draft bill by consensus. This cooperation also involves engaging ministry experts (Advisor of the Biodiversity Protection Department of the Ministry of Climate) to obtain necessary input and expertise.

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2024-09-17

Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly stresses the necessity of cooperation that transcends political ideology, urging all political forces to work together to tackle the climate crisis. Respectful debate is championed as a wise method for reaching sound decisions.

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2024-09-16

2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

No data available.

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2024-09-11

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Waste Act (430 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is open and consensus-based, emphasizing successful collaboration with the Minister and experts at the Ministry of Climate. The speaker notes that the commission members received comprehensive answers to their questions, which suggests a willingness to address concerns and reach compromises.

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2024-05-30

First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the European Parliament Election Act (lowering the voting and candidacy age) (414 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker emphasizes wide-ranging cooperation, thanking all colleagues who signed the initiative to launch the draft bill, as well as the Estonian Youth Council for their input. He/She notes an openness to substantive discussion and believes that lowering the voting and candidacy age would actually benefit all political parties and ideologies.

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2024-05-15

The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker expresses a willingness to find common ground on climate and environmental policy with all political parties, including EKRE. Cooperation is being offered, along with a readiness to explain the genuine causes of climate change, stressing that a shared interest in preserving clean nature should serve as the foundation for this work.

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2024-03-06

Third Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Water Act (346 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker addressed colleagues with a request to support the draft bill, which indicates a willingness to cooperate in the legislative process. However, specific references to cross-party cooperation or compromises were not presented.

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2024-03-05

2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker references the coalition agreement, demonstrating awareness of broader political consensus and utilizing these agreements in their argumentation. There is no information regarding an offer of direct cooperation; this constitutes the submission of an official inquiry.

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2024-02-21

Second Reading of the Bill amending the Water Act (346 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker stressed the importance of constructive cooperation between the officials of the Ministry of Climate and the Environment Committee during the drafting of the technical legislative amendments. Decisions within the committee were reached by consensus, which signals a successful absence of disagreements and a unified approach regarding the bill's further processing.

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2024-02-13

Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly underscores the necessity of international cooperation, citing the Paris Climate Agreement as a model that encompasses nearly every country in the world. Domestically, he or she is participating in the parliamentary debate by submitting a formal question to the minister, which signals a readiness for dialogue with the executive branch.

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2024-02-08

First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is insufficient data.

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2024-01-25

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Subsurface Resources Act (121 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The cooperation model is institutional, involving the inclusion of ministry experts (Reeli Sildnik, Advisor to the Ministry of Climate) and the authorization of a representative (Evelin Poolamets). A strong cross-party consensus was achieved in the committee (with 5 votes in favor and 1 against) to reject the draft bill.

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2024-01-25

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (160 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is institutional, reflecting the majority position of the Environment Committee (5 in favor, 1 against) on not supporting the draft legislation. The speaker emphasizes that decisions should be made collectively, relying on science, which indicates a desire to achieve a science-based consensus. They cooperate with experts from the ministries during committee sessions.

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2024-01-16

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Water Act (346 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker emphasizes collaboration, highlighting the consensus decision reached by the members of the Environment Committee during the processing of the draft legislation. He/She also noted the cooperation with representatives of the Ministry of Climate (the Minister, the Deputy Secretary General, the Head of Department, and advisors), who introduced the draft bill to the committee.

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