By Agendas: Mart Maastik

Total Agendas: 197

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2025-10-15
Guarantee

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's planned new loan guarantee program in the energy sector, as this would lead to inefficient developments at the taxpayer's expense. Also criticized are the expediency and cost of the studies commissioned by the Ministry of Climate.
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2025-10-15
Finance

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The legislative focus centers on the oversight of government activities and the critique of financial policy before parliament. The priority is the transparency of public procurements and the assessment of the justification of expenditures.
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2025-10-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Transport Act (725 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus centers on the draft Public Transport Act (Bill 725 SE). The speaker is a critical opponent of certain provisions within the bill and is leading the effort to introduce significant amendments. The primary priority is establishing the right of local governments to oversee transactions involving platform service providers. The Isamaa party has pledged to submit corresponding amendments.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is directed toward reforming the healthcare system and creating a new action plan to solve the problem of specialist waiting lists. The speaker is the initiator, demanding a change to the system itself, rather than just adding more resources.
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2025-10-08
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary legislative focus is the draft State Budget Law for 2026 (737 SE) and the associated tax policy. The speaker is a fierce opponent of the bill, concentrating on the budget deficit and tax matters, particularly the abolition of the linear income tax exemption.
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2025-10-08
Budget and Tax Policy

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The legislative focus is on the critical assessment of the national budget and tax policy. The speaker opposes the current fiscal plan, demanding explanations from the government regarding the budget deficit and spending growth.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the draft State Budget Act for 2026 (Bill 737 SE). The speaker is acting in opposition, highlighting the bill's deficiencies and previous controversial tax proposals.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, seeking clarification on the complex distinctions it contains and demanding the complete repeal of the tax.
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2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on the draft resolution of the Riigikogu (650 OE), which addresses either abandoning the implementation of the Rail Baltic project or restructuring its financing. The speaker supports this initiative, urging the government to make final and economically responsible decisions under pressure from the parliament. The priority is clarifying the contractual obligations and funding arrangements.
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2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the draft Act Amending the Waste Act (676 SE), where the speaker is taking the role of a critical opponent. Clarification is specifically sought regarding the bureaucracy and additional costs that would be generated by the mandatory battery passport requirement and the expansion of the collection network. The overarching goal is to ensure the implementation of the draft legislation is less burdensome for both businesses and consumers.
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2025-09-17
Tax Festival Continues

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The primary legislative focus is opposition and repeal, specifically the complete abolition of the car tax. A further priority has been blocking the adoption of harmful and excessively expensive energy projects (offshore wind farms), a fight he/she has waged for years in the Economic Affairs Committee.
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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.

The primary legislative focus is on the more detailed regulation of the e-voting system to mitigate security risks, directly citing OSCE recommendations. The speaker is a proponent of the initiative, calling for the improvement and supplementation of the existing regulation.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on scrutinizing the minister's activities and raising questions related to a motion of no confidence. Emphasis is placed on the legislative framework governing the determination of performance bonuses, noting that the law permits compensation ranging from one to four months' salary.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is directed toward requiring specific investments and actions from the Ministry of Defence to expedite the acquisition of counter-unmanned aerial vehicle capabilities. The priority is the targeted reorganization of the defense budget to address identified security gaps.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is currently aimed at repealing the car tax, amending the Code of Civil Procedure (specifically, enabling the submission of applications for the reopening of proceedings), and reducing bureaucracy. The speaker is taking the role of the initiator, having submitted a draft bill for the amendment of the Code of Civil Procedure, alongside interpellations concerning telecommunications, energy policy, and sustainability reports.
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2025-06-18
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The legislative focus is currently aimed at critically evaluating existing energy policy decisions and major infrastructure projects (such as the special planning for the Saaremaa connection). The speaker opposes the government's plans and is demanding clarification regarding both the costs and the necessity of these measures, particularly concerning the regulations governing the renewable energy charge and the congestion fee.
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2025-06-18
Consequences of Government Policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's tax bills (car tax) and large subsidies (offshore wind farms). The speaker acts as a critic and opponent of the government's initiatives, demanding explanations regarding their origin.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the draft amendment to the Waste Act (Bill 657 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill, centering their criticism on the mandatory separate collection requirements and the associated logistical and financial burdens. The objective is to demonstrate that the solutions proposed in the draft are both unrealistic and inefficient.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Accounting Act (600 SE) - second reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Accounting Act (600 SE), which seeks to postpone the sustainability reporting obligation. The speaker is a supporter of the Isamaa proposal, which achieved initial success in the form of a postponement, and hopes that Europe will eventually recognize the need to abolish the regulation.
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2025-06-12
Bill for Amending the Liquid Fuel Act (622 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to Bill 622 SE (the Draft Act amending the Liquid Fuel Act), which addresses the mandatory biofuel additive for aviation fuel. He is a strong opponent of the bill and suggests we begin thinking economically and rationally.
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2025-06-12
Continuation of the second reading of the bill (541 SE) amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Bill 541 SE (Act amending the Planning Act and other acts), which aims to accelerate the deployment of onshore wind farms. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, proposing, on behalf of the Isamaa Party, that the second reading be suspended.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft supplementary budget for 2025 (Bill 651 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, proposing that it be rejected outright. Their priority is the genuine reduction of state administrative costs, not merely cosmetic adjustments.
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2025-06-11
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is the second reading of the Draft Act Amending the Competition Act (609 SE). The presenter will act as a critical interrogator, concentrating on whether the amendments submitted by the Bar Association ultimately resulted in a compromise.
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2025-06-11
Internal security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The legislative focus is on clarifying the legal gaps and implementation issues within existing international agreements. The priority is specifying the responsibility for the serving of prison sentences and judicial jurisdiction on Estonian territory, in order to avoid ambiguity regarding the applicability of Estonian laws and associated costs.
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2025-06-04
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate a bill amending the Traffic Act, which grants local governments the right to restrict or prohibit the use of rental electric scooters and mopeds" (618 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on making a proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate a draft amendment to the Traffic Act. The speaker is the initiator, whose aim is to grant local governments the right to restrict or prohibit the use of rented light personal transporters within their territory, rather than establishing new national prohibitions.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

Focuses on the issues of waste reform (opposition to the current plan), subsidies for the renovation of apartment buildings (removal of mandatory clauses), and the underfunding of roads. It opposes draft legislation that includes economically unjustified mandatory requirements that increase costs.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is directed toward the detailed scrutiny and opposition of the State 2025 Supplementary Budget Act draft (651 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of the bill, demanding explanations, particularly regarding the increase in personnel costs and the absence of savings.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the government's proposed tax increase bills. The Speaker is operating within the opposition, raising critical questions concerning taxation and the future pension system (specifically in the context of the draft law establishing a Tax Truce).
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Accounting Act for reducing bureaucracy (600 SE) - first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Accounting Act (600 SE), which aims to reduce bureaucracy and postpone the obligation for sustainability reporting. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of the bill, emphasizing its earlier introduction and striving to secure its adoption in the first reading.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary legislative priority is the opposition to and rejection of the draft Act amending the Liquid Fuel Act (Bill 622 SE). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill and proposes that Parliament reject it.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the adoption of a new, competitive energy policy development plan that would address both climate and economic conditions. The speaker is critical of the existing legislative direction (the development plan for a climate-resilient economy) and demands a strategic initiative to create a comprehensive program.
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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 main legislative priority is to initiate and support the draft bill (601 OE) aimed at repealing the mandatory requirement for sustainability reports, having personally proposed this motion in the committee. It also mentions the submission of similar draft bills concerning light personal vehicles in Tallinn and other local municipalities.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at opposing the implementation plans of the Minister of Education and Research's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035". The priority is to prevent the decline of vocational schools, the abolition of tuition-free specialties, and the forced merger of schools with gymnasiums.
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2025-05-15
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances supporting the plan to build offshore wind farms" (586 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed towards initiating Riigikogu Draft Resolution (586 DR) for the establishment of an investigative committee. The objective is to achieve a long-term legislative change that would preclude the executive power from making decisions on major investments without guiding directives from the Riigikogu.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on Bill 612 SE (the Draft Act amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Assets Act), the first reading of which the speaker will be participating in. The priority is to modify the compensation mechanisms to ensure private owners receive fair compensation for restrictions imposed by the state. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill in its current form.
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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 legislative focus is on the draft law for the General Part of the Environmental Code (611 SE), where the speaker concentrates on its practical implications for agriculture. He supports the bill conditionally, demanding that a subsidies policy be created to ensure its successful implementation.
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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 main legislative focus is opposing the draft amendment to the Securities Market Act (588 SE), which concerns the introduction of gender quotas on the boards of listed companies. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, considering it foolish and not conducive to the country's development.
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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

The main legislative focus is supporting draft Bill (619 OE), which seeks to obtain an exemption from the European Commission for energy production companies regarding the mandatory purchase of CO2 quotas. The speaker is a strong supporter of this initiative and views it as the absolute minimum required to step off "the speeding train that is heading toward the abyss."
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2025-05-14
Close and sheep

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The legislative focus is currently directed at opposing the Minister of Education's regulation regarding the start time for lessons. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this administrative change, criticizing it for being pointless and generating unnecessary bureaucracy.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft amendment to the Electricity Market Act (Bill 555 SE), which involves establishing a fee for island operation to procure 1000 MW of controllable reserve capacity. More broadly, criticism is directed at the government’s long-term energy plan and the associated subsidy mechanisms, which are leading to the phasing out of oil shale energy.
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2025-05-07
Ferry connections to the major islands

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is currently directed toward overseeing infrastructure procurement and and regulation, specifically accelerating the process of ordering a fifth ferry to prevent the existing fleet from becoming obsolete. There is also a requirement to discuss raising ticket prices with local municipalities, which signals an intent to regulate the service's pricing.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward administrative reform and cutting red tape, measures deemed essential for maintaining the nation's economic viability. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the prevailing strategic direction, particularly concerning energy policy.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the draft Act amending the Organization of the Energy Sector Act (574 SE), the purpose of which is to bring renewable energy targets back from 100% to a realistic level (at least 42% of the total final energy consumption). The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of this amendment, seeking to rectify an error stemming from previous coalition agreements. He/She emphasizes the need to ensure sufficient dispatchable energy.
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2025-04-16
Draft Land Tax Act (582 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Land Tax Act (582 SE). The speaker is a critical opponent of the provision within it that mandates raising the land tax by 10% every year. He is asking for clarification regarding the justification for adding this specific clause.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Isamaa faction's draft resolution (575 OE), which requires the government to prepare a concrete action plan for developing electricity generation capacities and power grids. Priorities include setting targets for dispatchable capacity, establishing a strategic reserve, analyzing investment costs, and urgently reviewing the 100% renewable energy target mandated by the current Organization of the Energy Sector Act.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding energy supply reliability (no. 717)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed toward the necessity of creating a realistic energy economy development plan (EMAK), which is currently lacking. The speaker is critical of the government's plans to subsidize onshore wind farms through competitive bidding and to continue the extremely costly special planning for the fourth Latvian interconnection via Saaremaa.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on energy sector regulations and the necessity of state support mechanisms (reverse tendering). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the current policy, questioning the legitimacy of the government's actions, which suggests a keen interest in budgetary and energy legislation.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (566 SE), which concerns the bank tax and the taxation of windfall profits. The speaker supports the proposal, emphasizing that the draft act provides a necessary instrument for regulating economic cycles. The priority is to ensure that the tax revenue is directed into the state treasury.
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2025-04-09
Government decisions

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is aimed at overseeing government decisions and ensuring adherence to parliamentary procedural rules (including answering questions and utilizing the Varia procedure). The priority is holding the government and state-owned companies accountable when planning large energy projects, demanding specific and justified answers.
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2025-04-09
Varia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is currently directed at terminating the government's special national planning projects (Latvia's fourth connection via Saaremaa), the cost of which is estimated at least 1.5 million euros. The speaker is clearly opposed to the current planning activities and demands their termination, acting in direct conflict with the government's priorities.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus centers on the rejection of Draft Bill 588 SE (the Draft Act amending the Securities Market Act), which concerns the transposition of the gender quotas directive. The speaker is an active opponent, having submitted an official proposal for rejection on behalf of the Isamaa parliamentary faction.
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2025-03-26
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is centered on the oversight of government activities and administrative reforms. The priority is ensuring the structural coherence of the ministries and controlling expenditures. Furthermore, accountability is being demanded concerning specific scandals (Lehtme).
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the Draft Act on Amendments to the Electricity Market Act (568 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, arguing that it contains subsidy schemes which, in their view, distort the market and increase consumer prices. The objective is to prevent the introduction of support schemes that are both ideological and economically detrimental.
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2025-03-19
Government austerity plan

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on scrutinizing the government's administrative decisions and budget execution, and monitoring the actual impact of the government's austerity plan. The speaker is acting as a budget overseer, not an initiator of new legislation.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus centers on the Prime Minister's report regarding the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035," but the speaker fails to address the strategy's actual content. Legislative priorities are missing; the emphasis is instead placed on the government's political accountability and the formation of coalitions.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is supporting the formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica's activities. The speaker also advocates for the idea of establishing a permanent committee that would systematically deal with unreasonable decisions and squandering committed by governments.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Hunting Act (567 SE). The speaker's role is that of an interrogator, who wishes to ensure that the bill accounts for all significant pests, including the squirrels mentioned in the press.
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2025-02-26
Confusing energy policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The legislative focus centers on the strategy for establishing national special plans and energy infrastructure (wind farms, connections). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the government's current solutions, calling for the utilization of existing state lands and plans.
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2025-02-26
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the government’s energy infrastructure projects (offshore wind farms and submarine cables) while simultaneously promoting alternative, significantly cheaper grid developments (such as the land connection with Latvia and the Hiiumaa 110 kV line). The speaker operates both as an objector and as the initiator of these alternative solutions.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on amending the constitution (Bill 536 SE) to grant the right to vote exclusively to Estonian citizens. The speaker is a strong proponent of this amendment, seeing it as a simple and well-articulated way to ensure the continuation of statehood. He/She notes that local government elections also indirectly influence the national decision-making process, such as the election of the president.
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2025-02-20
Discussion of the nationally important issue "Plan for the Future of Sport: How to Bring Medals and Get Children Moving"

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is aimed at restoring stability to sports funding, requiring the reinstatement of a fixed percentage of the gambling tax to support Olympic preparation. The main priority is preventing cuts to coaches' salaries and benefits, and repealing tax laws that worsen the financial situation of families.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Defence Forces Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (strengthening maritime security) - first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (565 SE) for strengthening maritime security, which involves amending the Defence Forces Organization Act. The speaker's role is to ensure that the implementation of the law has been calculated beforehand and that resources have been planned.
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2025-02-19
Energy price

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus centers on opposing the government’s energy investments and tax policy, particularly the proposed car tax and social spending cuts. The speaker serves as a strong opponent to these costly infrastructure and taxation schemes, stressing the need to prioritize cheaper onshore wind farms instead.
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2025-02-19
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary legislative focus is the lack of proceedings in the Riigikogu regarding the energy policy development plan (the Energy Sector Development Plan). The speaker criticizes the government’s decision to subsidize offshore wind farms without proper parliamentary debate, thereby acting contrary to established government decisions.
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2025-02-19
Western values

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on government oversight and questioning the prime minister as part of parliamentary scrutiny. There is no information available regarding specific bills, proposed amendments, or legislative priorities.
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2025-02-19
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the rapid realization of construction permits (2.5 TWh) and detailed plans (4.5 TWh) for existing onshore wind farms. The speaker opposes expensive offshore wind farm projects that require the establishment of new high-voltage lines.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on overseeing the government's energy policy and demanding answers to questions within the framework of an inquiry. Specific bills or legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
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2025-02-17
Investigation into the failure of the education agreement (no 704)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on scrutinizing the government's activities and analyzing the reasons for the failure of the Education Pact—a crucial national agreement—as part of the interpellation. The speaker opposes the adoption of the agreement without concrete financial guarantees.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs (no 684)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward challenging a specific administrative decision (the merging of schools) via an interpellation. The speaker acts as an opponent, demanding explanations and justifications from the minister regarding the objectives of the planned activity.
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2025-02-13
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (544 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting

Even though the speech was delivered during the first reading of the draft Act amending the Local Government Council Election Act (544 SE), its content focuses entirely on issues related to energy policy and infrastructure development. No specific legislative priorities or bills are mentioned.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Legislative attention is centered on the critical review and opposition to the government's energy policy and major infrastructure investments (such as offshore wind farms and nuclear power plants). The objective is to halt or reassess costly, subsidy-dependent projects whose necessity remains questionable.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is aimed at questioning the contribution of the existing foreign policy and demanding influence over the European Union's leadership to change policy. Specific domestic legislative priorities are not mentioned.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Bank Tax (no. 673)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on scrutinizing and challenging the regulations concerning the taxation of the banking sector (extraordinary additional tax, income tax) within the framework of the formal inquiry (interpellation). The speaker acts as a critic of the policy and demands explanations.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is supporting the alignment of the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution, following the proposal put forth by the Chancellor of Justice. The broader priority, however, involves a comprehensive national-level review of the methodology and rationale underpinning renewable energy subsidies, aimed at preventing future economic issues.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward revising the content of education and curricula, requiring mandatory textbooks and a politically consensual agreement regarding the content of teaching materials. The goal is to prevent ideological indoctrination in schools.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the debate regarding the Bill on the Repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (538 SE), during which the speaker acts as a strong opponent of the current tax law. The priority is the annulment of the tax law or highlighting its shortcomings.
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2025-01-22
The negative impacts of wind turbines

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on criticizing existing planning processes (e.g., special planning for the construction of high-voltage lines) and demanding their cessation. The objective is to obstruct the realization of a specific offshore wind farm project by demanding that the government address sensible issues.
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2025-01-22
Foolishness

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

There is no legislative focus; the speaker is concentrating instead on the accountability of the executive branch and analyzing the consequences of past decisions (specifically the Nordica loan). The overall objective is to scrutinize the government's activities and the quality of its financial management.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on Riigikogu draft bill 540 OE (ammunition procurement) and the recent enactment of the security tax legislation. The speaker acts as a critical interrogator, questioning the connection between the adopted taxes and defense expenditures, and demanding clarification from the government.
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2025-01-20
Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on guaranteeing stable support for large families and addressing the demographic crisis using state mechanisms, which requires active input from members of the Riigikogu. Furthermore, the necessity of regulating school education and the role models presented by state media is stressed, aiming to uphold the traditional value framework.
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2025-01-14
Draft law amending the Act of the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the draft act amending the Chancellor of Justice Act and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE). The politician is acting as a critical supporter, demanding that the law be expanded and clarified to address issues of accountability and investigation concerning high-ranking officials.
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2024-12-19
Santa Claus

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on reforming tax policy, specifically demanding a halt to tax increases and the establishment of tax stability (or "tax peace"). Securing the energy future and encouraging families to return are also priorities. The politician positions himself as the proponent of these demands for the new year, stressing the importance of the "long-term plan."
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2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Bill 541 SE, which deals with accelerating the deployment of renewable energy, specifically by shortening environmental impact studies by 60 days. The speaker is an active opponent, proposing on behalf of the Isamaa party that the bill be rejected, emphasizing that rushing this process will lead to negative consequences.
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2024-12-18
Opportunities to save in the state budget

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus centers on disputing the budgetary rationale and practical necessity of the government's administrative plan (the creation of four special representative zones). The speaker is critical of the initiative involving the establishment of new job positions intended to promote entrepreneurship. No specific legislative bills or amendments are mentioned.
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2024-12-17
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Accounting Act (516 SE), where the priorities include raising the thresholds for mandatory audits and avoiding bureaucracy related to sustainability reporting. The speaker opposes the bill, arguing that it does not meet the expectations of entrepreneurs and contains unreasonable provisions. On behalf of Isamaa, he/she proposes not to support the bill.
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2024-12-12
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Government of the Republic (523 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the transparency aspects of the Draft Act amending the Government of the Republic Act (523 SE) (ministers' representation expenses versus Riigikogu expense reimbursements). The speaker supports forwarding the bill to the second reading but uses this as a platform to emphasize the need for better management quality and accountability in state-owned enterprises.
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2024-12-12
Draft law amending the Act on Conformity Assessment of Products (533 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the Draft Act Amending the Product Conformity Act (533 SE). The speaker is taking on the role of a critical interrogator, aiming to ensure that the Act establishes clear requirements concerning the legal form, pecuniary liability, and accessibility of the responsible party.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on challenging Bill 516 SE (the Law amending the Accounting Act) and interrupting its second reading. The objective is to achieve a significant increase in audit thresholds (50% or a compromise of 25% + 20%) in order to exempt approximately 1,000 companies from the mandatory audit obligation.
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2024-12-11
Confusing substitution activity

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The focus is on critically evaluating the government's actions and decisions (negotiations, tax policy) and raising questions, demanding explanations regarding why the Ericsson investment fell through and why potential incentives were not offered. Specific legislative bills are not mentioned.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the proposed amendments to the Status of Members of the Riigikogu Act (Bill 528 SE). The speaker is putting forward radical proposals regarding the evaluation and disciplining of parliament members. They are critical of the current draft bill and aim to broaden its regulatory scope by adding competence assessments and introducing penalties for absences.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Waste Act (Bill 461 SE), during the second reading of which the speaker is participating as a critic and questioner. The aim is to improve the quality of the bill and prevent situations where the law legitimizes the unjust seizure or transfer of property.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on the critical assessment of government plans and policy (phosphorite mining) in the form of a formal inquiry. There is no information regarding the initiation, support, or submission of amendments for specific draft laws.
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2024-12-09
Inquiries Regarding Estonia's Conduct at the United Nations General Assembly (no. 663)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on the oversight of government activities and raising the question of foreign policy principles in the Riigikogu (Interpellation). Specific bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned.
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2024-12-09
Request for Information Regarding the Government Commission's Activities on Population Policy (No. 661)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The emphasis is placed on crediting Isamaa with past legislative successes (like the increase in family benefits) while simultaneously criticizing the current government's budget priorities. The aim is to influence state spending and the overall political direction, rather than to introduce new pieces of legislation.
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2024-12-04
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is on holding the government accountable for ensuring national defense and security, demanding the acknowledgment of serious problems (monitoring, ammunition procurement). The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's plan to establish offshore wind farms, which require additional resources from the Defense Forces and pose health risks.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on continuing the second reading of the draft Act amending the Child Protection Act and other Acts (Bill 427 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer of the bill, focusing on ensuring the availability of data and the functioning of registers so that the law is effective in practice.
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2024-12-02
Inquiry Regarding the Decline in Estonian Industrial Production (No. 658)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Focuses on inquiries concerning the economy and energy and the criticism of political decisions. It emphasizes the need to regulate Euribor profits and direct state investments into infrastructure, while criticizing the financing of Rail Baltic at the expense of CO2 quotas.
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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 legislative focus is on opposing the current climate regulation and the CO2 quota system, as it renders Estonia uncompetitive. Emphasis is placed on the need to legislate adaptation measures (e.g., preparation for floods) and halt green projects that damage the economy.
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2024-11-21
Second reading of the bill amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the bill amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is on the draft legislation amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE), specifically the financial justification for deferring the so-called 'tax hump.' The speaker is critical of both the timing and the economic basis of the bill.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is opposing the draft bill (505 SE) that seeks to amend the Government of the Republic Act. The speaker is a strong opponent of this bill, specifically highlighting its illogical administrative changes and the elimination of qualification requirements. The objective is either to reject the bill outright or to compel the coalition to adopt a more rational approach.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE), which concerns suffrage. The speaker acts as a critic and opponent, questioning the strategy for adopting the bill and advocating for a stricter solution based on citizenship.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is on the draft Act on Amendments to the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE), which concerns suffrage in local government elections. The speaker opposes the coalition's draft bill and actively supports the opposition's alternative proposal to restrict voting rights exclusively to citizens.
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2024-11-19
Third reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in consequence thereof (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Land Administration).

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on opposing the amendments that have been grafted onto the draft bill (457 SE) concerning the reorganization of the Land Board. Attention is primarily centered on the annulment of provisions within the Planning Act related to ministerial oversight and the mandatory obligation for public consultation.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry regarding tax changes (no. 657)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on opposing the tax changes proposed or already implemented by the government (including the packaging tax and the waste fee) and the transport regulations. The speaker is strongly opposed to these initiatives and demands clarity regarding their implementation.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on criticizing existing regulations (such as the ban on stopping in the transport sector) and major projects (Nordica, Auvere), and demanding their termination or reorganization. Emphasis is placed on the need to consider proposals from businesses that are not financially burdensome to the state, and the adoption of laws without considering reasonable arguments is criticized.
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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 legislative focus is currently on challenging the 2025 state budget draft (513 SE) and changing its structure (the activity-based budget), with the aim of reverting to the previous cost-based format. Another priority is halting costly renewable energy and infrastructure projects (such as the Saaremaa power line) that are damaging the Estonian economy.
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2024-11-13
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

There is no legislative focus; the work involves the correct application and interpretation of existing procedural rules during the session.
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2024-11-12
Second reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in connection therewith (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Cadastre Enterprise)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft bill concerning the reorganization of the Land Board (457 SE), with the speaker acting as an active opponent. The speaker criticizes the logical flaws of the bill and proposes an alternative solution: placing land, spatial planning, and geology under the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture. The ultimate goal is to send the draft legislation back to the committee.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act (Bill 459 SE) supplementing the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilization. The speaker is challenging the restrictive provisions of the bill, focusing on the regulation of exceptional cases (rape) within the context of state funding.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Legislative scrutiny is centered on opposing Draft Bill 453 SE (amendment to the Holidays and Anniversaries Act) or questioning its utility. He/She is skeptical about adding new public holidays, taking into account the country's tax burden and the workload of its citizens.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed at the procedure for processing the draft Act on the Repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) in the committee. The speaker is a critic and a procedural observer, emphasizing the need to discuss important aspects before decisions are made.
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2024-11-06
Security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is directed at reviewing and suspending existing government development plans (offshore wind farms) and associated infrastructure projects (power lines). The speaker is taking on the role of an opponent, demanding a policy shift for the sake of security and the economy.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The immediate legislative focus is the opposition to the motor vehicle tax and the debate surrounding Bill 488 SE, which seeks its repeal. More broadly, attention is centered on legislation related to infrastructure funding and tax policies that affect the quality of life in rural areas.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

Legislative focus is centered on reducing bureaucracy and the critical assessment of transposing European Union directives. The speaker is calling on the government for concrete examples of the promised 25% reduction in bureaucracy within ELAK, and opposes the implementation of costly energy projects (offshore wind farms).
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2024-11-04
Draft law amending the Maritime Safety Act (526 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is on supporting the draft Maritime Safety Act (526 SE), which he/she considers very sensible. Another important priority is reviewing the issue of alcohol excise duty to prevent the recurrence of past mistakes and economic damage.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry regarding the departure of state institutions from rural areas (no 653)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The address focuses on the government's responsibility for regional policy and administrative decisions, which has been presented in the form of an interpellation, demanding changes to existing policies. There is no information regarding the initiation or support of specific draft legislation.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure Implementation Act and the Enforcement Proceedings Implementation Act (439 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The main legislative priority is the amendment of the Act Implementing the Code of Civil Procedure and the Code of Enforcement Procedure (Bill 439 SE). The aim is to grant retroactive effect to the expansion of the grounds for judicial review in cases initiated before 2006, provided new circumstances have emerged. The politician is the initiator of the draft bill and emphasizes that the amendment will not create a significant additional burden for the courts.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on the critical analysis of and opposition to the unclear temporary provisions within the Draft Act on Amendments to the Imprisonment Act (506 SE). The speaker is a detailed critic of the draft's text, demanding clarity and a long-term strategy concerning the management of short-term detentions in prisons.
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2024-10-16
Ferry ticket price increase

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is currently centered on the terms of the upcoming ferry tender and the draft legislation from the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture concerning the introduction of local taxes. The speaker aims to initiate a political change whereby the carrier's profit would be distributed among the local municipalities served by the ferry traffic.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at opposing the draft act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 510 SE). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill, questioning its social and economic rationale.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (509 SE) amending the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act. The speaker acts as an opponent of the bill, using the reading as a platform to question the bill's economic foundations and the government's justifications.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft legislation (Bill 507 SE) amending the Family Benefits Act and other related acts. The objective is to safeguard the continued availability of parental benefits and health insurance coverage for mothers of large families, and to prevent cost-cutting measures that negatively impact children.
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2024-10-09
Constant reorganizations

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Legislative focus is currently directed toward administrative reforms and the structure of government agencies (the creation and merging of ministries). The speaker is acting as an opponent to these recent structural changes, demanding an evaluation of their rationale and the costs imposed on the state treasury.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Bill 359 SE, which addresses the accelerated establishment of renewable energy projects and the easing of environmental impact assessments. While there is a demand for reducing bureaucracy in minor issues, major strategic decisions require the existence of a comprehensive, well-considered energy sector development plan before any legislative amendments are made.
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2024-09-18
Economic Competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The primary legislative focus centers on opposing the government-initiated law to eliminate the tax bulge. The speaker's stance is clearly one of opposition, criticizing the law for its negative effect on economic competitiveness.
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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.

The primary focus is on clarifying strategic solutions related to border agreements and border management (the Saatse Boot), which are broadly linked to the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035." Potential infrastructure projects, such as bridge construction, are also considered interesting solutions.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary legislative focus is opposing the draft motor vehicle tax bill (364 UA). He demands taking out a national defense loan amounting to 1.6 billion euros and advocates for cutting state management costs. He sharply criticizes the absence of an energy sector development plan and the associated ill-conceived investments (offshore wind farms).
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The focus is directed at challenging the government’s proposed budget and tax policy, particularly regarding the connection between tax hikes and bonds intended for national defense. Also a priority is demanding transparency in the financing of major infrastructure projects (Rail Baltic, offshore wind farms), which necessitates legislative oversight. The speaker is acting as an opponent of the proposed financial strategy.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is on opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) and ensuring its complete rejection. The speaker is an active opponent who questions the appropriateness of debating the law.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The focus is on the legislative procedure, specifically the voting on amendments within the framework of the second reading of the State 2024 Supplementary Budget Bill (456 SE). The necessity of voting on the amendments is emphasized, and reference is made to the second item currently under consideration.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 437 SE (the Draft Act amending the Land Tax Act), which the speaker considers detrimental. He/She has also taken part in discussions regarding the implementation of crisis preparedness standards for food businesses, specifically criticizing the lack of government support provided for meeting these standards.
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Riigikogu Decision 431 OE and submitting corresponding amendments, particularly concerning the modification of the bill's title. The speaker is an active opponent who is demanding that the decision be postponed until the necessary due diligence regarding energy supply security and associated costs has been completed.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (429 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on amendments to the Traffic Act and the Police and Border Guard Act (Bill 429 SE). The speaker opposes a specific provision (the ban on stopping/parking on the sidewalk) and stresses the necessity of adopting laws that are genuinely enforceable, thereby positioning themselves as an opponent rather than a proposer.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is centered on blocking the adoption of the car tax bill and critically assessing the Riigikogu declaration (concerning the crisis in Georgia). The speaker is operating as a fierce opponent of the initiated bills and statements.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act bill (364 SE) during its second reading. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, focusing on highlighting its shortcomings and offering alternative budget cuts, such as revoking the Reform Party's election promise.
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2024-06-05
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing the introduction of the car tax, which is currently being debated in the Riigikogu. Criticism is also being leveled at the recently adopted law that abolished the income tax exemption for the average pension. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the government's tax laws.
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2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is directed toward the procedural rules governing government activity, particularly concerning the planning and financing of state visits. The objective is to clarify which rules apply to the Prime Minister’s official duties and the covering of associated expenses.
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2024-06-05
Tax policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on resisting the government's tax policy and budget cuts, especially regarding measures that affect pensioners' income tax and social spending. The speaker is an opposition critic who is calling into question the justification for these cuts.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the opposition to the speed at which the draft bill (431 OE) supporting the adoption of nuclear energy is being processed. The speaker demands that the development of the legislation be halted until both the energy needs and the actual cost of the projects have been clearly established. He is a critical opponent regarding both the tempo and the substance of the bill’s proceedings.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the Draft Act Amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE) and clarifying its provisions. The politician is a strong opponent of the bill, concentrating on its financial impact on local governments (LGUs) and seeking to clarify the mandatory nature of the tax increase rate (10–100%).
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2024-05-29
Public Finance Decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The legislative focus is aimed at preventing the adoption of the car tax and criticizing the government for prolonging the approval of the negative supplementary budget. A key priority is also ensuring fair compensation for landowners for environmental protection restrictions, to be delivered either through legislation or the budget.
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2024-05-28
Third reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (acceleration of the deployment of renewable energy) (Bill 308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing Bill 308 SE (Accelerating the Deployment of Renewable Energy), particularly concerning the fast-tracking of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for offshore wind farms. The speaker proposes not supporting the bill during its third reading, arguing that it fails to guarantee quality and does not address the wider issue of bureaucracy.
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2024-05-15
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy) (308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Legislative attention is currently focused on opposing Bill 308 SE, which aims to accelerate the permitting procedure for offshore wind farms by consolidating three separate permits. There is a demand for a more thorough study, and emphasis is placed on the necessity of factoring in the projects' decommissioning costs (in comparison to nuclear power plants), a step that has been omitted for offshore wind farms.
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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 focus is on the planning and fulfillment of environmental requirements for major infrastructure projects (such as establishing electricity connections) implemented by the ministry. The speaker acts as an auditor of the ministry's activities, demanding explanations regarding the environmental impact of planning decisions.
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2024-05-15
Land Cadastre

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is on administrative and executive activities and the functioning of existing systems (cadastre), rather than initiating new legislation. The priority is improving government operations, demanding accountability, and creating mechanisms for damage compensation.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on the bill they themselves initiated concerning the restriction of voting rights, a bill which the Cultural Affairs Committee did not support. The speaker is acting as both the initiator and a proponent, demanding a clear position from the government.
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2024-05-13
Inquiry Regarding the Alleged Vandalism of Andrei Shumakov's Car (No. 630)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on holding government members accountable and verifying their claims within the framework of the interpellation. Specific legislative priorities or bills are not mentioned.
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the interpellation and the challenging of the government's policy regarding the voting rights of Russian citizens. The speaker is a critical challenger of the policy, demanding clarity regarding the government's "red line," while referencing the Riigikogu's previous decision concerning the Moscow Patriarchate.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Bill 257 SE, which has been dubbed the "informers' law." The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, criticizing both its substance and the procedural inefficiency that results from bundling three amendments together.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is centered on regulating the banking sector and controlling windfall profits, ensuring the process is managed more sensibly. The speaker is an active participant in the debate surrounding the solidarity tax bill, backing regulatory intervention aimed at preventing the undue favoring of any single business sector.
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2024-04-18
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Submit to the Riigikogu an Action Plan for the Development of Electricity Generation Capacities and Electricity Networks to Ensure Energy Security in Estonia" (383 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is the initiation of Riigikogu Draft Resolution (383 OE), which requires the Government of the Republic to submit a detailed action plan for the development of electricity generation capacities and grids by July 1, 2024. The speaker is the driver and presenter of this initiative.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 344 SE, which concerns amending the Riigikogu Election Act to permit mobile voting (m-voting). The speaker is firmly opposed, demanding that the bill be rejected and defeated due to a lack of security, while also emphasizing that e-voting procedures generally require improved security controls.
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2024-04-16
Third reading of the Draft Act amending the Act on Precious Metal Products, the State Fees Act, and the Equipment Safety Act (363 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at the draft amendment (363 SE) to the Precious Metal Products Act, the State Fees Act, and the Equipment Safety Act, a bill which the speaker opposes. The priority is highlighting the deficiencies of the draft, specifically those concerning consumer protection and ensuring the authenticity of products.
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2024-04-16
Third Reading of the Draft Act (351 SE) concerning the Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other Acts (Termination of Universal Service and Ensuring Security of Supply)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the Act Amending the Electricity Market Act (351 SE). The speaker is an active opponent of the bill in its current form (the termination of UT) and the initiator of amendments that would have made the universal service more consumer-friendly.
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (371 OE) "On the Formation of the Riigikogu Special Committee of Inquiry to Investigate the Circumstances of Business Activities Related to Russia Originating from Estonia During the War in Ukraine"

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee, whose task is to examine the legality of business activities and submit proposals for amendments to legislation and administrative practices. The objective is to prevent future illegal business activities that support Russia's war and to provide the government with recommendations for policy development.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Competition Act and the Amendment of Other Associated Acts (384 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on the critical analysis and opposition to the Draft Act on Amendments to the Competition Act (384 SE). The speaker is taking the opposing stance, emphasizing the bill's shortcomings, particularly concerning the proposed changes to the role of the administrative court and the restriction of appeal possibilities.
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2024-04-10
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts (Termination of universal service and ensuring security of supply) (Bill 351 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on amendments to the Electricity Market Act, particularly concerning the reform of the universal service and guaranteeing security of supply. The speaker is the proponent of detailed amendments aimed at improving the service through a transition to hourly pricing and the establishment of a price ceiling, but remains a strong opponent of the draft bill's primary goal: the termination of the universal service.
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2024-04-10
Mass labor immigration

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the immigration quota and the proposed increase (to 1,300 people). The speaker is acting as an opponent of the policy, demanding explanations and justifications from the minister regarding the need to modify the quota.
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2024-04-10
The right to vote

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on initiating changes to suffrage and reviewing the related security procedures. The speaker is demanding accountability and transparency from the government regarding the security analysis, which serves as the prerequisite for political decisions concerning the withdrawal of voting rights.
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2024-04-09
First Reading of the Draft Law on Debt Collectors and Debt Purchasers (376 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Draft Law on Credit Collectors and Credit Buyers (Bill 376 SE), regarding which the speaker is a critical questioner. The speaker challenges the expediency of creating a national credit register and links the necessity of the bill to the government’s broader tax increase policies.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on critically evaluating the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035." The speaker, acting as a critical watchdog, questions the legislative effectiveness of the government's economic policy—specifically the tax hikes—in stimulating the economy.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the incitement of hatred towards families with children (No. 612)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The address relates to an interpellation regarding the incitement of hatred, but the legislative focus is rather on political communication and the shifting of values. Direct draft legislation or amendments are not mentioned; instead, reference is made to the limited effect of family and child benefits on boosting the birth rate.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Need to Support Large Families (No. 339)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the interpellation regarding the need to support large families (No. 339). The speaker is an active initiator and proponent of this issue.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on the Riigikogu's draft resolution (280 OE), which addresses the enhancement of service supervision over the Prosecutor's Office. The speaker is a staunch proponent of this measure and demands that the opposition clarify their resistance to strengthening control over this state institution.
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2024-04-02
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the proceedings of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Food Act (378 SE). The Rapporteur's role is to verify the procedural correctness of the bill's preparation and the engagement of stakeholders.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the supervision of government activity through parliamentary inquiry, concentrating specifically on the transparency of immigration quotas and the associated costs. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of making adaptation programs and language instruction mandatory for immigrants in order to prevent internal security issues. Reference is also made to the issue of family benefits as a priority measure for increasing the birth rate.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the opposition to the reduction of family benefits, serving as a strong opponent to the government’s political decision within the context of the interpellation (No. 561). They are demanding an alternative plan to prevent the fading away of the nation-state.
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2024-03-20
Suffrage

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The legislative focus is entirely directed towards amending the constitution to strip third-country nationals of their voting rights. The speaker is demanding a fast-tracked plan that would reach the Riigikogu floor and be adopted with 81 votes.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the government's planned legislative initiatives (the sugar tax) and budget decisions affecting social benefits. The speaker acts as a critical evaluator of government policy, particularly concerning social expenditures.
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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is aimed at oversight and seeking accountability (through formal inquiry), in order to clarify the justification and standards governing the actions of law enforcement agencies.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is heavily directed toward the bill (283 OE) aimed at increasing the birth rate of the Estonian population. The speaker strongly supports this initiative and calls on the government to take specific steps to rectify the catastrophic situation regarding the birth rate.
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2024-03-13
Independence of the Prosecution

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The speaker is focusing on the need for review and oversight of the work of existing legal structures (the Prosecutor's Office), rather than initiating specific new legislative bills. The priority is improving the operational organization of law enforcement agencies and preventing political interference.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the constitutional obligation to ensure the survival of the nation, asking the government for specific directions and goals. This constitutes a formal parliamentary inquiry, not the initiation or support of a specific bill.
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2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supervising the financing of nationally important cultural structures and ensuring the integrity of budget processes. The speaker acts as the submitter of the inquiry, concentrating on the expedient use of budgetary resources and guaranteeing the completion of projects.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the debate surrounding the draft Energy Management Organization Act (Bill 356 SE), where the speaker is taking a stand against the support and subsidizing of expensive and failed energy policies.
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2024-03-05
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Recall of a member of the Supervisory Board of the State Forest Management Centre and appointment of a new member" (386 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu Draft Resolution (386 DR), which concerns the recall and appointment of a member of the RMK Council. The speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer of the draft resolution’s motives during the First Reading.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on creating an alternative financial mechanism that would channel the extraordinary income generated by Euribor from banks to the Bank of Estonia. The speaker is acting as the initiator, proposing a specific systemic solution, and opposes the car tax planned by the government.
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2024-02-22
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing Bill 287 SE, which concerns amendments to the Local Government Election Act. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, casting doubt on its democratic legitimacy and its potential impact on the system of electors.
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2024-02-21
Large families

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is aimed at opposing the government’s recent decisions regarding the cancellation of benefits for large families and the cessation of support for extracurricular activities. The primary priority is to ensure special care for large families, consistent with the constitution, and to restore these benefits. Furthermore, it emphasizes the significance of Articles 1 and 28 of the constitution in guaranteeing national independence and social protection.
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2024-02-21
The voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative priority is the revocation of the franchise for citizens of third countries, particularly those from aggressor states. The speaker calls for a willingness to amend the Constitution to achieve this objective, positioning himself as the initiator and proponent of this change.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on initiating a nationally significant discussion concerning the economic recession, signaling a desire to enact major political changes. Specifically, there is support for modifying tax policy—for instance, reducing the Value Added Tax (VAT)—to mitigate the economic downturn.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Precious Metal Products, the State Fees Act, and the Equipment Safety Act (363 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the draft bill (363 SE) proposing amendments to the Law on Precious Metal Products. The speaker is acting as an opponent, stressing the necessity of improving consumer protection through proposed amendments and preventing the adoption of the bill in its current unrefined state.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts (termination of universal service and ensuring security of supply) (Bill 351 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the draft act (351 SE) on amending the Electricity Market Act and other acts. The speaker opposes the bill regarding the termination of the universal service and proposes, on behalf of the Isamaa Party, not to terminate the service, but rather to supplement and refine it.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative priority is the motor vehicle tax bill (364 SE). One speaker will be in the role of the bill’s defender and explainer, while the other will serve as the critic and questioner, seeking amendments regarding the taxation of classic/vintage vehicles to encourage them to remain in Estonia.
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2024-02-14
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on holding the executive branch accountable for failing to resolve key issues (migration quotas, salary increases). Specific legislative initiatives or draft bills are not mentioned.
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2024-02-14
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill and the critical analysis of its provisions. The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft, calling into question its ability to meet climate goals and solve the problems facing rural areas.
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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 focus is on the discussion of issues of national importance, the strategic direction of foreign policy, and its oversight. Information regarding the initiation or support of specific legislative bills is lacking.
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2024-02-07
Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is clearly centered on opposing and criticizing the proposed car tax bill. The speaker is actively working against the draft legislation, highlighting its deficiencies regarding both environmental objectives and regional policy.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on regulating the foreign labor quota, where the speaker is a strong opponent of multiplying the quota. This concerns an interpellation that calls into question the government's planned policy change.
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2024-02-05
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on the opposition to the government's proposed tax increases, specifically targeting the abolition of the reduced VAT rate for accommodation services and the proposed car tax bill. This opposition stresses the critical need for thorough analysis before any laws are adopted, citing the negative repercussions experienced after the increase in alcohol excise duty.
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2024-01-24
Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently aimed at improving the law-making procedure and defining the role of the opposition within it. The priority is to ensure that bills introduced by the opposition, specifically those designed to enhance legislation, are not automatically rejected.
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (345 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 345 SE), where the speaker is a strong proponent of a specific amendment (per diem allowances). The objective is to finalize "one part" of the legislation to assist road carriers, contrasting this with a complex approach that impedes quick solutions.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation regarding the Development Plan for the Environmental Sector 2030 (No. 492)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the feasibility of the Environmental Sector Development Plan 2030, regarding which an official inquiry was submitted. The speaker is acting as a critic and questioner of the plan, emphasizing infrastructure deficiencies that are hindering the implementation of the proposals.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Regarding the Electricity Supply of Saaremaa (No. 68)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed towards the government's action plan, demanding concrete steps to ensure the security of electricity supply during extreme weather conditions and requiring clarification regarding the plan for the construction of the 330 kV line. A significant priority is the allocation of CO2 quota revenue towards the improvement of local networks, citing the European Union requirement that at least half of the funds must be channeled into the green transition.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the construction of a nuclear power plant (No. 41)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on national energy policy and the legislative process related to the establishment of a nuclear power plant, including participation in the interpellation (No. 41) concerning the government’s action plan.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the proceedings surrounding the Draft Act on Amendments to the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE). Proponents strongly support sending the bill for a subsequent reading, criticizing the committee's decision to terminate the proceedings after the first reading. The priority remains the swift resolution of existing bottlenecks.
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