By Months: Maris Lauri
Total Months: 13
Fully Profiled: 13
10.2025
7 Speeches
In terms of cooperation, emphasis is placed on the need to deepen the partnership between universities and businesses in research and development (R&D) to bridge the gap between theory and practice. When activating the workforce, a significant role is seen for the community, family, and friends, who must provide emotional support, as official bodies cannot always guarantee a professional approach.
09.2025
19 Speeches
Emphasizes the need for comprehensive inter-institutional cooperation in combating financial crime (FI, Eesti Pank, the police, IT sector). In the work of the commission, [the entity/person] demonstrates a willingness to cooperate, citing consensus decisions regarding the non-adoption of the draft bill in its current form. Acknowledges that all interested parties, including the Financial Supervisory Authority (FI), must be involved in the new procedure.
06.2025
40 Speeches
The style of cooperation is consensual and inclusive, emphasizing that several committee decisions (e.g., amendments to Draft Bill 640 and the proceedings for Draft Bill 652) were adopted by consensus. It works closely with ministries and supervisory authorities (the Data Protection Inspectorate, the Financial Intelligence Unit) and consults widely with stakeholders (e.g., 18 stakeholders during the processing of the security tax law).
05.2025
6 Speeches
The commission's work reports highlight consensus decisions on procedural matters (such as appointing a representative and placing draft legislation on the agenda), suggesting smooth cooperation at the commission level. The political debate, however, underscores the government coalition's majority and ideological unity, indicating a limited willingness to make substantive compromises with the opposition regarding tax issues.
03.2025
2 Speeches
The style of cooperation is formal and respectful, addressing colleagues as "Head kolleegid" (Dear colleagues), but it is substantively demanding, urging them to make considered decisions. There are no references to seeking compromise or cross-party collaboration. He/She emphasizes waiting for the results of the work commissioned by the government from the security agencies.
01.2025
9 Speeches
The speaker emphasizes the need for a serious and substantive discussion regarding budget responsibility, but rejects the current draft bill as a foundation for cooperation. He/She points to the government's extensive preparatory work, which involves diverse stakeholders, indicating support for thorough, yet unhurried, future cooperation.
12.2024
29 Speeches
Within the coalition, the necessity of compromise is being emphasized during the drafting of the budget ("the three-party compromise"). Meetings have been held with interest groups (including trade unions and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry) to seek technical clarifications regarding the security tax bill. Substantive cooperation with the opposition is largely absent, save for rare exceptions (e.g., funding for the Estonian Book Year), and offers to cooperate on merging bills were rejected.
11.2024
14 Speeches
The speaker calls upon the opposition for substantive cooperation in amending the State Budget Framework Act in order to improve things. He is open to discussion regarding the future structure of the budget, but emphasizes that any changes must be thoroughly considered and technically viable. He notes that the current budget represents a compromise between the coalition partners.
10.2024
8 Speeches
Stresses the necessity of constructive cooperation within the Riigikogu and its committees, highlighting consensus-based decisions on procedural matters. Deems international teamwork with allies (the Baltic States, Scandinavia, Great Britain) crucial for security issues, underscoring the importance of unity.
09.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of cooperation, inclusion, and seeking compromises in order to keep society balanced and prevent internal fissures. He notes that procedural decisions within the Finance Committee were made by consensus, and that stakeholders' opinions were sought during the preparation of the draft legislation. He calls for restoring the Riigikogu's capacity for discussion.
06.2024
2 Speeches
Although the speaker is critical of irresponsibility, he expresses hope and the need to find consensus and responsibility within the Riigikogu and the government to resolve the budget crisis. On the topic of the financial system, he calls for constructive cooperation between relevant institutions, authorities, and the private sector to address long-stalled regulatory issues.
05.2024
12 Speeches
In managing the work of the commission, [he/she] emphasizes consensus, repeatedly noting that decisions were made by consensus (e.g., regarding the draft budget for constitutional institutions and the draft financial sector bill). In the legislative process, [he/she] is open to cooperation but demands accountability and swift action, especially when handling the supplementary budget.
04.2024
1 Speeches
The style of cooperation is institutional and consensus-based, emphasizing close collaboration with Ministry of Finance officials and financial supervision authorities. A strong consensus was reached within the Commission on procedural matters (8 votes in favor to 1 vote against).