By Agendas: Maris Lauri

Total Agendas: 36

Fully Profiled: 36

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2025-10-13

First Reading of the Draft Legislation (736 SE) on the Amendment of the State Budget Act and the Act Amending the State Budget Act

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Not enough data.

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2025-10-09

Discussion of the Crucial National Issue 'The Future of the Estonian Economy'

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on national economic development, but the concentration of economic activity around Tallinn is acknowledged as an "economic truth." The speaker stresses that entrepreneurship must develop throughout Estonia, citing Pärnu, Narva, Võru, and Saarde municipality as examples, and that the centers (Tallinn, Tartu) should foster development in their respective regions.

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2025-09-17

Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing and the Act on International Sanctions (640 UA), which was not announced by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

Not enough data

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2025-09-16

The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

There is too little data.

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2025-09-11

The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The focus is primarily on the Estonian financial system and its development, as well as cooperation in banking supervision at the European level. There is no regional or local focus.

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2025-06-18

Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on the sharing of credit information (652 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data

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2025-06-17

Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) - second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is primarily at the national and international levels, addressing the streamlining of the Estonian legal framework and the prevention of international crime (money laundering, sanctions violations). He/She highlights the importance of international cooperation and warns against the risks stemming from ineffective anti-money laundering efforts, citing the Danske Bank case and the experience of our southern neighbor regarding restrictions on dollar transactions as examples.

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2025-06-11

Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data

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2025-06-10

The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The focus is strictly on the national level, dealing with legislative amendments currently before the Riigikogu pertaining to the system of court organization and the administration of justice.

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2025-05-20

Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing nationwide tax policy and the need to fund national security.

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2025-05-20

Draft law amending the Law on Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (640 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Data is missing. The focus is on national legislation in the area of preventing money laundering and terrorist financing.

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2025-05-15

Draft law on harmonizing the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (580 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2025-05-08

Draft Law on Declaring the Security Tax Act Invalid (595 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data

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2025-03-20

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on international and national security issues, specifically concentrating on the border between Estonia and the Russian Federation, and drawing comparisons with the experiences of neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland) regarding hybrid attacks. The closure of the border is viewed as sending a message to Russia.

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2025-01-16

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (520 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-12-17

Draft law on aligning the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data.

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2024-12-11

Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the national level (Estonian economy, security) and international topics (supporting Ukraine, risk assessments regarding the eastern neighbor, EU funds). The speaker stresses the need to ensure fair competition both within Estonia and internationally. Specific local or regional issues are absent.

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2024-12-04

Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on the national level (state budget, security spending) and the international context (NATO, the war in Ukraine, European procurements). There is a complete lack of any reference to specific local or regional issues in Estonia.

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2024-11-13

Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is entirely on the national level, addressing the state budget, security, and economic growth. The international context (war nearby) is mentioned, which affects decision-making. There is absolutely no reference to specific regions, local projects, or constituency interests.

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2024-11-13

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

None. The focus is exclusively on state budget policy, amendments to the basic budget law, and central government financial management.

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2024-11-06

Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing the preparation of the state budget mandated by the constitution and strategic governance. Major nationwide projects are mentioned, such as Rail Baltic, the funding of the Health Insurance Fund, and the transition to Estonian-language education, requiring their clear budgetary reporting.

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2024-10-23

A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-10-16

Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the national level (Estonian security, Estonian residents, and businesses), as well as international cooperation and security. The speaker highlights the need to resist the disinformation and provocation coming from Russia and other "axis of evil" countries, drawing on the experience gained at the IPU assembly. Local or regional topics are absent.

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2024-10-16

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data

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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 focus is at the national level, addressing the responsibility of the Riigikogu and the value-based direction of the Estonian state. Specific regional topics are absent.

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2024-09-11

Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Financial Supervision Authority Act and Other Acts (422 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

There is no regional focus; the emphasis is placed on transposing international (European Union) requirements into Estonian law and on the national regulation of the financial sector.

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2024-06-13

Financial Supervision Authority 2023 Annual Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The focus is on the national financial system and regulations, referencing, for comparison, other Eurozone countries where similar regulation is in effect. Specific local or regional topics are absent.

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2024-06-10

First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the national level, addressing the financial status of the Estonian state, ministerial expenditures, and the decisions made by the Riigikogu. Internationally, reference is made to a negative example from an EU country where pensions were cut and taxes were raised. Local or regional topics are absent.

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2024-05-30

Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly national and international, concentrating on the balance of Estonia's state budget and comparisons with other European countries (Greece, Sweden, Finland). Local or regional issues are absent.

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2024-05-30

Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Crypto Asset Market (Bill 398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strongly on the national level (Estonian financial sector, RAB, Financial Supervision Authority) as well as the international level, referencing EU directives and regulations. Estonia's negative experience in the development of the virtual services market is mentioned, and the global context is referenced (55% of the world's service providers in 2021). Specific local or regional projects are not addressed.

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2024-05-16

Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The focus is strongly national (covering the productivity of the Estonian economy, public finances, and Estonian businesses). The text emphasizes the necessity of defending Estonian interests both within the European Union and globally. There are no references to specific local regions or electoral districts.

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2024-05-16

First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Financial Supervision Authority Act and Other Acts (422 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

No data available.

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2024-05-15

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is not enough data.

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2024-05-08

The 2024 Report by the Minister of Finance on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" (including an overview of public service development trends in 2022 and 2023)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is strictly on the national level, covering the state budget, taxation, and the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035". Regional or local issues are not discussed.

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2024-05-08

Second reading of the Draft Act amending the State Budget Act (391 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.

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2024-04-09

First Reading of the Crypto-Asset Market Act Bill (398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is divided between the domestic level (Estonian business law, corporate law) and the international/supranational level (implementation of European Union regulations). Emphasis is placed on the need to bring the Estonian regulatory framework into compliance with European-level regulations.

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