By Agendas: Mart Maastik

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2025-10-15
Guarantee

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus is on national energy policy and managing the state budget, using an international comparison (Sweden). Large energy projects such as offshore wind farms, storage facilities, and a nuclear power plant are mentioned, but there is no specific local or regional emphasis.
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2025-10-15
Finance

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus is on the national level, criticizing the actions of the Ministry of Climate and the state's financial policy. Although researchers from the University of Tartu are mentioned as the study's conductors, this does not indicate a regional interest.
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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 focus is on the interaction between the local and national levels, emphasizing the need to address the requirements of local authorities (the Association of Estonian Cities and Rural Municipalities). In particular, emphasis is placed on the capacity of local government law enforcement units to perform oversight functions concerning platform service providers.
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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 focus is on national social and health policy, particularly the availability of specialist medical care, without any specific regional emphasis.
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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 focus is exclusively at the national level, covering the state budget, the deficit, and nationwide tax changes.
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2025-10-08
Budget and Tax Policy

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus is entirely national, addressing the state budget, tax policy, and the management of expenditures and staffing for ministries (such as the Ministry of Climate).
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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 focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the draft state budget bill and its impact on the entire country's finances.
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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 strong regional focus is on rural areas, emphasizing the necessity of cars and the greater financial difficulties of the residents. The speaker stresses that the tax makes transporting children to school and ensuring their education difficult specifically in these regions.
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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 regional focus is directed toward the joint activities of the Baltic States and their relationship with the European Union. It is emphasized that the three Baltic States must jointly resolve the project's financing and contractual matters to ensure the project's viability or termination. The international focus rests on the EU as both a financier and a collective body of decision-makers.
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2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation (the draft amendment to the Waste Act) and its impact on Estonian businesses and consumers. There are no references to specific local, regional, or international topics, except for general import requirements.
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2025-09-17
Tax Festival Continues

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on national matters, such as tax policy, public finance, economic stability, and nationwide energy investments. There are no specific regional or local interests.
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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 focus is at the national level (the Estonian e-voting system) and on international comparison (references to other countries and OSCE recommendations). There is no emphasis placed on specific local or regional Estonian issues.
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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

There is insufficient data. The focus is on the financial management of the Health Insurance Fund at the national level.
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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 regional focus is clearly directed towards the security of the eastern border and its current situation. The speaker highlights specific issues in the border area (such as digging ditches in the mud and the accidental dropping of drones into Estonia).
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The regional focus is clearly directed at rural areas, highlighting the negative impact of the car tax on families with children due to the sparse or non-existent public transport network. Furthermore, the availability of high-quality telecommunication services throughout Estonia is stressed, referencing the state's investments in the fiber optic backbone network.
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2025-06-18
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The regional focus is directed towards energy connections between Estonia and Latvia, as well as the Saaremaa area, where an offshore wind farm is being developed and an extremely costly 330-kilovolt power line is being planned. The activities of the international joint venture Elwind are emphasized.
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2025-06-18
Consequences of Government Policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on national issues, covering nationwide taxes and major state subsidies, such as offshore wind farms. There is no specific regional emphasis.
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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 regional focus is on the practices of local municipalities, citing Saaremaa as an example to demonstrate how the current system (mandatory waste transport fees) renders the minister's claims unrealistic. Additionally, an international comparison from England is used to call into question the effectiveness of source separation.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Accounting Act (600 SE) - second reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on protecting Estonian companies from excessive international bureaucracy, citing the experience of an Estonian timber company as an example. Mentioned are European regulations, the loan conditions of European banks, and supply chain problems in distant countries such as Bangladesh.
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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 focus is on global competition and the impact of European Union regulations on the Estonian economy and aviation sector. He provides examples from Istanbul, China, and Air Baltic, emphasizing the international context and Estonia's loss of competitiveness.
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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 focus is primarily on national competitiveness and the international context, warning that Estonia is guaranteed to remain one of the most expensive electricity producers in Europe and the world for decades to come. A local topic is also mentioned (kindergarten fees in Tallinn and Estonia), but this is discussed within the context of state finances.
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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 focus is primarily national (state administrative costs, demographics, economic policy). It is emphasized that the car tax particularly affects families with more children living in rural areas. International examples (Swedish prisons, Western European immigration) are used as a cautionary context.
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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

Insufficient data
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2025-06-11
Internal security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The focus is on national domestic security and the enforcement of Estonian laws within Estonian territory, particularly in prisons. The subject is a specific international agreement with Sweden concerning prisoners and legal responsibility, which gives the matter an international dimension but centers on protecting the interests of the Estonian state.
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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 regional focus is aimed at Estonia’s major cities and the problems faced by local municipalities struggling with the excessive number of rental light mobility devices. The objective of the draft legislation is to grant local governments the authority to regulate the situation within their territory based on community needs.
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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

The discussion focuses on Estonia's national infrastructure (roads, Tallinn Airport) and the apartment building renovation program, which has a widespread impact on the country's housing stock. It utilizes examples from the Baltic states (such as Latvia's airBaltic) and Europe (England) to place Estonian problems in a broader context and compare potential solutions.
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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

Insufficient data
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is at the national level, addressing general tax policy and its impact on Estonia's future pensioners.
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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.

Attention is paid to national legislation and its impact on Estonian businesses, as well as European Union level regulations and efforts to amend them. There is no regional focus.
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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 focus is both international and national, covering the directly applicable regulations of the European Union and Estonia's competitiveness in the global market. Separate emphasis is placed on the competitive advantage gained by aircraft arriving from China that refuel using additive-free fuel.
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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 focus is placed on the strategic planning of energy policy and development plans at the national level (within the framework of "Estonia 2035"). Specific regional or local projects are only mentioned as illustrative examples (such as wind farms), rather than being the main focus.
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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 focus is on international (European Union regulations, export to Great Britain) and national issues (the competitiveness of Estonian business). It uses examples from Estonian forestry, laminated timber production, and PRIA applications, which indicate regional economic activity.
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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 regional focus is very strong and narrowly aimed at Hiiumaa. Emphasis is placed on how education policy directly impacts local institutions (the Hiiumaa Vocational School, Suuremõisa Manor) and the local economy. The objective is to safeguard regional educational centers against centralization efforts directed toward the mainland.
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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 regional focus is tied to the specific locations for establishing offshore wind farms, specifically mentioning the ongoing special planning processes for the Gulf of Riga and Saaremaa. The overall focus, however, remains on national energy security and the utilization of public funds.
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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 focus is on general national laws that affect private property and business operations in Estonia, without mentioning any specific regional emphasis. The primary concern affects all landowners and entrepreneurs who are impacted by state restrictions.
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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 focus is strongly regional, protecting Saaremaa's reputation and honor, and utilizing the specific features of Saaremaa agriculture (large cows, a thousand animals, deep bedding) as the foundation for a political argument.
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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 focus is on national topics (Estonian listed companies, the sustainability and demographic growth of the nation-state) as well as international ideological influence. The speaker sharply criticizes the political ideology and "absurdity" coming from "the West."
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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 focus is on national economic competitiveness and criticism of European Union policy that affects Estonia as a whole. Regionally, mention is made of Rail Baltic, which is financed by CO2 funds, and the expensive ongoing special plans in Saaremaa and the Gulf of Riga for establishing transmission lines for offshore wind farms.
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2025-05-14
Close and sheep

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The regional focus is extremely strong, highlighting Saaremaa, which is home to the sheep farming area and the local sheep association. The criticism regarding the education regulation specifically targets the transport reorganization costs and logistical issues that arise for rural areas.
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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 focus is on national energy policy, but specific regional projects are mentioned, such as the energy storage facility in Paldiski. Special emphasis is placed on ensuring the supply of the major islands via the alternative electricity grid connection route (Haapsalu, Hiiumaa, Leisi), offering a cheaper solution compared to the connection routed through Saaremaa.
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2025-05-07
Ferry connections to the major islands

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on the issues faced by residents and visitors of the major islands (Saaremaa, Hiiumaa). The objective is to ensure that life continues on the islands and to prevent their economic demise due to poor connectivity and high prices.
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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 focus is strictly national, addressing the implementation of Estonia’s long-term strategy "Eesti 2035," demographic trends, and the sustainability of maintaining the state. Specific regional projects or interests are not mentioned.
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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 focus is primarily on national economic competitiveness and international comparisons (the USA, China, the EU, and the Nordic countries). Regionally, they highlighted the Saaremaa offshore wind farm project as a negative example, criticizing the necessary deforestation for the high-voltage power lines. They also mentioned the opposition of Hiiumaa and Saaremaa residents to the offshore wind parks.
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2025-04-16
Draft Land Tax Act (582 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on local governments and their financial autonomy, especially concerning nationally imposed tax restrictions and obligations. It is emphasized that the law's original objective was to increase the revenue base of the local governments.
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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

A strong regional focus is currently on Saaremaa, where there is sharp criticism of the expensive and environmentally destructive 330 kV power line projects associated with the development of oversized offshore wind farms. Local resident opposition is highlighted, and the exorbitant price tag for the Saaremaa connection (1.3–2 billion) is contrasted with the much more reasonable cost of a direct connection (200–300 million). This regional concern is directly linked to the broader national issues of energy supply security and expenditure.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding energy supply reliability (no. 717)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is directed at Estonia’s national energy system, but Saaremaa is specifically emphasized due to the planned offshore wind farms and the extremely expensive construction of the fourth connection to Latvia. The speaker criticizes the spoiling of Saaremaa’s natural environment and the planning of this overly costly connection, which is solely tied to the wind farms proposed for the west coast.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national energy policy and the development of onshore wind farms across Estonia as a whole. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
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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 focus is on international economic matters (European Central Bank, Euribor) and national issues (state treasury, controlling inflation). There is no specific emphasis on local or regional topics.
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2025-04-09
Government decisions

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is strongly directed towards the West Estonian islands, particularly solving the energy problems of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa. The speaker contrasts the islands' local needs (a 110 kV cable) with the expensive international connection to Latvia, which does not effectively solve the islands' problems.
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2025-04-09
Varia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is on an infrastructure project concerning Saaremaa—the fourth Estonia-Latvia energy interconnection, which is planned to run through Saaremaa. This is a specific national project that impacts the local area.
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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 focus is on national and international issues, highlighting the overall economic downturn in Estonia and the prioritization of national defense in the context of the war. Regional or local topics are not covered.
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2025-03-26
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on national administration and policy. Regarding environmental issues, the importance of the local environment is stressed, contrasting this with Estonia's limited capacity to alter the global climate, which points to a practical and domestic priority.
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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 focus is on national energy policy and security, but specific regional projects are mentioned critically. Specifically highlighted is the offshore wind farm planned for Saaremaa, whose capacity repeatedly exceeds Estonia's consumption capacity, as well as the billions in costs associated with the related grid connections (the fourth Estonia-Latvia connection).
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2025-03-19
Government austerity plan

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is entirely on the national and administrative level, addressing the reorganization and budgets of agencies under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Climate (KIK, the Environmental Board). References to specific regional projects or communities are absent.
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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 data is insufficient. A general agricultural analogy is utilized, but there is a lack of focus on specific regional or local problems.
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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 focus is on major national and international projects linked to state-owned enterprises (Nordica, as well as Eesti Energia's projects in Utah and Jordan). Regionally, Saaremaa is mentioned in connection with the planned construction of an expensive electricity connection towards Latvia, with criticism directed at its necessity and overall cost.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, addressing the control of wildlife populations and associated damage within Estonia (our country). No specific local regions or projects are mentioned.
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2025-02-26
Confusing energy policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is placed on domestic energy projects and regional sites, specifically mentioning the Saaremaa connection to Latvia and particular onshore wind farm regions such as Lavassaare and Sopi-Tootsi. A strong emphasis is also placed on the optimal use of state-owned lands across Estonia.
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2025-02-26
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The regional focus is heavily centered on resolving the electricity grid issues in Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, offering concrete alternative solutions (e.g., the Hiiumaa-Leisi line). Furthermore, the importance of establishing a fourth land connection between Estonia and Latvia is highlighted, contrasting this approach with the costly submarine cable project.
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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 focus is clearly on the national level, addressing issues concerning the persistence of Estonian statehood and nationhood, with reference to the preamble of the constitution. International comparisons are utilized, citing Sweden as a cautionary example, as well as the citizens of aggressor states.
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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 focus is primarily national, addressing sports policy, the tax system, and defense capability within the context of all of Estonia. The potential for entrepreneurs to support healthy behavior in their local area is mentioned, but specific regional projects or a detailed local focus are absent.
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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

A strong regional focus is directed towards Western Estonia and the Gulf of Riga area, emphasizing the need to protect the marine parks planned for the Saaremaa coast and Livonia. Specific regional energy facilities are central to the analysis.
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2025-02-19
Energy price

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national energy consumption and security of supply, but regional infrastructure projects are specifically mentioned. Reference is made to the establishment of offshore wind farms near Saaremaa and in the Gulf of Riga, as well as the routes for connections to Latvia.
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2025-02-19
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national issues, especially the state budget, tax policy, and energy production strategy. Offshore wind farms are mentioned, which indicates a broader national energy investment, rather than a specific regional project.
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2025-02-19
Western values

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, specifically on the government's actions and accountability regarding overall price setting and economic logic. There are no references to specific regional or local issues.
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2025-02-19
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The regional focus centers on energy projects, highlighting the cost of the Saaremaa (1.5 billion) and Gulf of Riga (1.3–2 billion) connections. This links the national energy strategy directly to specific regional infrastructure costs.
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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 regional focus is clearly linked to the plans for establishing the Saaremaa wind industry park. The specific regional project is examined within the context of national energy policy and economic impact.
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2025-02-17
Investigation into the failure of the education agreement (no 704)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

There is a strong regional focus on the Saaremaa Municipal Council, which serves as the primary empirical example explaining why the education pact was not adopted at the local level. Emphasis is placed on the heavy workload and lack of resources faced by local governments (LG).
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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 regional focus is highlighted due to the locations of the schools being merged, which are situated across four different counties. The speaker stresses this broad regional scope to illustrate the complexity and inherent unfeasibility of the administrative management required.
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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

The focus is on national energy policy and infrastructure development (e.g., a nuclear power plant). Specific regional or local issues are absent.
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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

The regional focus concerns Saaremaa, referencing the estimated cost (approximately 2 billion euros) of constructing a necessary new high-capacity power line there in connection with the development of offshore wind farms.
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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 clearly international and supranational, concentrating specifically on the energy policy and economic sustainability of the European Union as a whole. Estonia is mentioned in the context of how EU policy impacts the country's foreign policy and overall economic well-being.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Bank Tax (no. 673)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national economic situation, highlighting the decline of the Estonian economy. An international comparison is drawn with Lithuania to emphasize Lithuania's economic growth and thereby criticize domestic tax policy.
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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 focus is on the national level (the Estonian constitution, energy management, the Iru power plant) and the international level (a critique of European Union objectives). Specific Estonian regions are not emphasized, but examples from England are used for comparing waste management practices.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is primarily on the national level (the Estonian state) and the international level (ideological trends in Western Europe, the USA, Sweden, and the WHO). A specific regional example highlighted is the problems associated with teaching history in Narva and in Russian-language 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.

Insufficient data.
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2025-01-22
The negative impacts of wind turbines

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

There is a strong focus on the offshore wind farm project located near Saaremaa. Emphasis is placed on the direct threat to coastal residents, as the wind turbines are situated just ten kilometers from the shoreline.
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2025-01-22
Foolishness

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is national, addressing government-level decisions and the national airline Nordica. The reference to the Tallinn bridge club is a rhetorical device, not a regional policy focus.
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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 focus is strictly national, concentrating on the financing of national defense, the needs of the Defense Forces, and the nationwide tax burden (the "security tax"). Regional or local topics are not addressed.
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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 focus is entirely at the national level (the survival of the Estonian people, the sustainability of the state) and at the cultural level (European and Western multiculturalism). There are no references to specific regions, local projects, or regional industries.
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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 focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the transparency and accountability of the central government and the justice system (the Riigikogu, the Prosecutor's Office, and the courts).
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2024-12-19
Santa Claus

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main emphasis is on national topics (taxes, energy). Regionally, the focus is on bringing Estonian families back from Finland so that they can establish a home in Estonia and "forge a new Estonian generation."
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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 regional focus is heavily centered on Saaremaa, highlighting how the 330 kV power lines required to connect offshore wind farms will scar the island across a distance of 140 kilometers and necessitate extensive clear-cutting of forest. The issue is also being raised as to why the concerns of Harjumaa residents regarding the cost of cabling are being taken into account, while Saaremaa's concerns are being completely disregarded.
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2024-12-18
Opportunities to save in the state budget

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker highlights the salary of the special representative for Ida-Viru County as an example, indicating an awareness of regional administrative costs. Nevertheless, the overall focus is on the national administrative plan to divide Estonia into four special zones.
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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 focus is on national legislation and the overall situation facing Estonian businesses. The broader economic context is mentioned (taxes, war, neighbors), but there is no specific regional emphasis.
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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 focus is clearly on the national level, covering the management of the government and Parliament (Riigikogu), the operations of state-owned enterprises (Eesti Energia, Nordica), and nationwide energy policy (wind farms). Local or regional topics are not addressed.
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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 focus is on national legislation that regulates the liability of online stores operating in Estonia. The international context is used as a negative example (e.g., availability in Indonesia or the complexity faced by airlines), which Estonian regulation must avoid.
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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 focus is on the national economic environment and the regulations that impact all Estonian businesses. A specific example cited is agricultural enterprises whose asset values exceed established thresholds purely due to inflation, even though their actual economic activity remains unchanged.
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2024-12-11
Confusing substitution activity

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The focus is clearly national, concentrating on Estonia's economic environment, industry, and state social sectors (education, public transport). Specific regional projects or communities are not mentioned; the emphasis is on the country's competitiveness as a whole.
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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 focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing issues concerning the internal organization of the Riigikogu and the status of its members.
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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 focus is on general issues concerning property protection and landowners' rights, using examples related to field roads and pastures. There is no specific regional or local focus.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on national environmental policy and the protection of mineral resources (groundwater), which is a nationwide issue. There is no information available regarding the specific emphasis placed on particular regions or local projects.
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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 clearly on international issues, including US policy, the Israel/Gaza conflict, and Estonia's conduct at the UN General Assembly. There is no reference to local or domestic topics.
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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 focus is exclusively on national socio-political issues and state budget priorities, with no references to specific regions or local problems.
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2024-12-04
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is at the national level, centering on issues of Estonian national defense and major infrastructure projects, such as the construction of offshore wind farms in Estonia. There is no specific local or international focus.
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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

There is not enough data. The focus is on national legislation and general institutions (registers, archives, kindergartens).
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2024-12-02
Inquiry Regarding the Decline in Estonian Industrial Production (No. 658)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

A strong regional focus on Saaremaa, using the offshore wind farm planned for the Saaremaa coast and the associated infrastructure costs as the primary example of the government's failures. It also mentions the concerns of local residents regarding nature and health.
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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 focus is on the competitiveness of the Estonian economy and the global climate impact. Specifically, the planned offshore wind farm near Saaremaa is being cited as a negative example, highlighting the resulting deforestation (120,000 solid cubic meters of timber) and damage to the coastline.
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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 focus is exclusively at the national level and on macroeconomic topics, with no references to specific regions or local projects.
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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 focus is entirely on the national level, dealing with the structure of ministries, the qualifications required for the Secretary of State, and public finance. There are no specific regional or local issues addressed.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is on the national level (the preamble of the Estonian Constitution and suffrage) and international comparison. Sweden's immigration problems are mentioned as a cautionary example, along with the historical context concerning the presence of the Russian military in Estonia in the 1990s.
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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 focus is at the national level, addressing the reorganization of central government agencies and the national planning act. The special plans and comprehensive plans of local governments are mentioned, but the emphasis is on the ministry's supervisory role.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry regarding tax changes (no. 657)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is on national issues, such as tax policy and nationwide transportation regulations. Specific regional interests or projects are not addressed in the speeches.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The regional focus is on Saaremaa, where the planning of power lines associated with offshore wind farms is being criticized. He/She warns that this will pollute the environment and destroy Saaremaa's reputation as an island known for its pristine nature.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is on the national economic situation and a regional comparison with the Baltic states. Specifically, the discussion addresses the west coast of Saaremaa, criticizing the negative impact of the offshore wind farm and the associated, extremely expensive power line on the local nature and the recreation and tourism environment.
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2024-11-13
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly institutional and state-level, centering on the parliament's internal rules and the conducting of its sessions.
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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 focus is on the national administrative structure and the management of resources (phosphorite, oil shale) in Estonia. The regional focus is replaced by an international comparison using the example of Sweden, which is employed to illustrate the consequences of ghettoization and migration policy.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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

The focus is at the national level, addressing Estonia's tax burden and the broader well-being of Estonians. An international comparison with Iceland is utilized, but there is no specific emphasis on concrete local regions.
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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

There is insufficient data.
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2024-11-06
Security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The strong regional focus is directed at Western Estonia, particularly the offshore wind farms planned for Saaremaa and Hiiumaa. Emphasis is placed on the local impact, including the security of radar stations and the extensive logging (thousands of hectares) required on Saaremaa for the construction of the 330 kV power line.
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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 regional focus is very strong, concentrating on the problems of rural life and the negative impact of government policy on rural areas. Emphasis is placed on the closing of schools and the importance of ferry connections, contrasting this with the centralization of life and government offices in major cities. The viability of rural life is a central theme for the speaker.
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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

The focus is on the national economic situation and the impact of European Union policy (the transposition of directives) on Estonia. The international context is also mentioned, specifically referencing Sweden's decision regarding offshore wind farms based on defense considerations.
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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 focus is on cross-border economic activity, specifically mentioning border trade and Finnish tourists, which indicates concern for the tourism sector and the economies of border regions. This highlights the impact of international trade and tourism on the state's coffers.
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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 focus is strongly regional and centered on the islands, highlighting the specific problems of Hiiumaa and Saaremaa (Kuressaare) as concrete examples. It is emphasized that consolidating services into major centers ignores the needs of residents in peripheral areas, the long distances involved (250–400 km), and the scarcity of local jobs.
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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

Not enough data.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is connected to the temporary utilization of two specific state prisons (Tartu Prison and Viru Prison) for the placement of individuals taken into custody for sobering up, as well as other detained persons. The focus is institutional and state-level.
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2024-10-16
Ferry ticket price increase

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The regional focus is extremely strong, centering on Estonia’s major islands and the high cost of living faced by their residents. Emphasis is placed on the concerns of local municipalities and tourism businesses, using the Saaremaa rally as a case study, and demanding that profits be channeled specifically to the local governments that connect these regions.
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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

A strong regional focus is placed on rural areas and their residents, particularly concerning transportation needs and the lack of public transport. Saaremaa is highlighted as a specific example where the increase in fuel excise duty and the car tax directly impact families' ability to take their children to school and extracurricular activities.
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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 focus is on national economic and social issues (the Estonian economy, demographic growth), but international comparisons are utilized. Emphasis is placed on the economic situation of immediate neighbors who also border Russia, highlighting the specific characteristics of the Estonian economy and the government's responsibility.
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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

Even though the focus remains on national sustainability, specific problems facing rural areas are being brought to light. Particular attention is drawn to the lack of public transport in the countryside and the negative effect the car tax has on mothers of large families who live there and are forced to take on the role of a taxi driver.
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2024-10-09
Constant reorganizations

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the restructuring of central government ministries and their administrative remits. Regional or local focus is absent from the speeches.
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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

A strong regional focus is placed on Saaremaa and Muhumaa, highlighting the local public interest in nature conservation. Critics argue that the new infrastructure (the 330 kV line) is aimed at export (via Sõrve to Latvia) and fails to resolve the internal electricity grid issues faced by Saaremaa residents. The text also mentions 80,000 property owners who would be affected by compulsory acquisition.
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2024-09-18
Economic Competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is entirely on the national level, addressing Estonia's economic competitiveness and tax laws. Specific regional topics are not addressed.
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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 focus is on a highly specific regional border issue—the Saatse Boot—which involves national security and international relations with Russia. The emphasis lies on resolving this particular geographical chokepoint.
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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 speaker strongly emphasized the problems facing rural areas, noting that they live in the countryside themselves. They used the personal example of their spouse, who drives 100 km daily, to illustrate the impact of the car tax and inadequate public transport. They also mentioned Saaremaa, referring to it as "sheep country," and stressed that life is being made completely impossible for people living in rural locations.
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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 on large national infrastructure projects, such as Rail Baltic and offshore wind farms, which have extensive national and regional (Baltic) implications. Attention is primarily directed at the financial burden and financing of these projects.
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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 focus is exclusively on national tax policy and the socioeconomic impacts that affect the entire population. There is no specific regional emphasis.
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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

Insufficient information
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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.

There is a strong regional focus on Saaremaa and its rural areas, given that the speaker has worked on the Saaremaa Municipal Council for 15 years. It is stressed that raising the land tax is especially devastating for rural regions, since agriculture is one of the few economic activities available there. A specific issue is also brought up regarding Saaremaa hemp growers who are depleting the soil.
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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 focus is on Estonia's national energy policy and major investments (offshore wind farms near Saaremaa). At the same time, the international context is strongly emphasized, highlighting the plans of neighboring countries (Finland, Lithuania) to significantly multiply their renewable energy production, which effectively rules out any possibility of selling Estonian overcapacity.
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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 focus is on national legislation regulating traffic and logistics within cities and local municipalities, specifically addressing the need for constructing parking bays. No specific regional focus has been highlighted.
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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 regional focus is clearly aimed at the economic interests of residents in Estonian rural areas, who will be severely impacted by the car tax. Simultaneously, an international topic (the crisis of democracy in Georgia) is also discussed, but this is primarily utilized to amplify domestic criticism.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus is placed on rural areas, where the car tax creates significant problems due to the lack of public transportation and challenging road conditions. It is stressed that people in the countryside require large vehicles not for showing off, but purely out of practical necessity. Kihnu island is specifically highlighted as an example.
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2024-06-05
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is heavily directed towards residents of rural areas, emphasizing that the car tax will hit them hardest because they lack public transport and require larger vehicles. This stands in contrast to the minister's alleged focus on people living in Tallinn and Harju County who earn above-average salaries.
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2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on international relations and the role of the Estonian Prime Minister on the international stage (the Bilderberg Group), as well as the utilization of state finances. Regional or local focus is absent, except for references to the Lions Club as a general example.
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2024-06-05
Tax policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely on national issues: the state budget, defense spending, and social spending. Regional or local topics are not covered.
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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 regional focus is indirect, referencing the planning of offshore wind farms and the development of the electricity grid on Saaremaa. However, the primary emphasis is still on the national energy strategy and the associated costs.
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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 politician is focusing on national legislation that impacts local government, citing examples from Saaremaa and Võru. The mention of Saaremaa suggests a possible regional link, stressing that the local council decides on the land tax there.
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2024-05-29
Public Finance Decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is primarily national (government decisions, state budget) and international (European Parliament elections). A regional dimension manifests itself in the reference to the expansion of the Nursipalu training area and the general concern over the rights of landowners who have gathered to protest.
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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

There is a strong regional focus on Saaremaa, where the speaker highlights the Saare Coastal People's Society and the concerns of the coastal residents. Specifically, emphasis is placed on issues related to the planned offshore wind farm and the low-frequency noise it will generate, which threatens the physical viability of residing in these coastal areas.
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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

There is a strong regional focus on Saaremaa and Muhu, highlighting the issues associated with the offshore wind farm planned for Saaremaa’s immediate vicinity (10 km from the coast). Emphasis is placed on the negative impact that the construction of a new electricity grid (from Estonia to Latvia) will have on the forests of Saaremaa and Muhu, as well as on 80,000 property owners.
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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

A strong regional focus, concentrating on specific geographical regions and projects: the Saaremaa offshore wind farm, and the Estonia-Latvia electricity interconnection running through Muhumaa and Saaremaa. Emphasis is placed on the impact on the local environment (forests) during the construction of extensive infrastructure.
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2024-05-15
Land Cadastre

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

Although the subject matter (the cadastre) is national, the speaker demonstrates regional sensitivity by complimenting the Prime Minister on his knowledge of the Saaremaa dialect. Nevertheless, the direct political focus remains on national administrative capacity and the economy.
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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 focus remains solely on national issues, particularly Estonia's national sovereignty and security. Regional or local topics are not mentioned in the speeches.
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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 the national level, dealing with questions of internal security and the political narrative concerning members of the Riigikogu and ministers. The foreign policy aspect (Russian special services) is analyzed through the prism of domestic political debate.
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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 focus is on national security and its impact on local government elections across Estonia. International topics are also being addressed in relation to Russia's war against Ukraine and 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 focus is at the national level, addressing the transposition of European Union law in Estonia and its impact on Estonian businesses.
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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.

Regional focus is absent; the emphasis is placed on national economic policy (real estate, banking) and pan-European regulations (Euribor). The discussion concerns widespread economic and social consequences in Estonia (loss of property).
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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 focus is clearly at the national level, addressing Estonia's energy security and security of supply as a whole. The international dimension is also mentioned in the context of establishing cross-border electricity connections and the need to amend European Union legislation.
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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 focus is on national electoral legislation and international comparison, citing examples of technology security risks (China/Huawei) and electoral practices in other countries. It is emphasized that other countries consider security paramount, which is why they do not implement mobile voting (m-voting).
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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 regional focus is exemplified by the case of the Võrumaa market, highlighting the sales opportunities for products made by local artisans. This raises concerns about how the law might impact local commerce and craftspeople.
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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 regional focus is tied to the Narva Power Plants and their production cost, which is proposed as the basis for calculating the price of the universal service. This links the national energy policy to a specific Estonian production capacity and location.
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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 regional focus is directed at Ida-Virumaa, mentioning the NPM Silmet factory, which received funding, and the company Aquaphor, located in Narva. However, the overall focus remains on international trade relations and the shaping of European Union policy.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 regional focus is tied to the Narva Power Plants (Enefit Power), where the generation cost of its three most efficient blocks is utilized as the price ceiling for the universal service. This links the national energy policy directly to a specific regional generation unit and its efficiency.
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2024-04-10
Mass labor immigration

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national policy (Estonian demography, the labor market, immigration quotas) and international relations (the EU, the USA, third countries). Specific regional issues will not be addressed.
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2024-04-10
The right to vote

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and the international level, addressing the rights of Russian and Belarusian citizens in Estonia. There is no reference to a specific local or regional focus.
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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 focus is entirely on national economic and legislative issues, such as the establishment of credit registries, tax hike policies, and their impact on the nationwide lending market.
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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 strictly on national issues, addressing the country's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035," the general economic recession, and the government's tax policy.
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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 focus is on national family policy and international examples (reference to the former Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs/President). Regional or local emphasis is lacking.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Need to Support Large Families (No. 339)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is purely on national and demographic issues, emphasizing the halting of the nation's decline. There is no regional or local emphasis.
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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 focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the oversight of central government structures (the Prosecutor's Office) and the handling of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu.
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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 focus is on national-level food legislation and the broad industry. There is no reference to specific regional projects or communities.
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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 focus is primarily on national and international issues, especially the preservation of the Estonian nation-state and European Union directives. Swedish social problems (ghettoization, exploding bombs) are used as a cautionary example. The risk of segregation in major cities is also mentioned.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing the prevention of the decline of the Estonian nation-state and nationwide family policy. Regional or local topics are not covered.
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2024-03-20
Suffrage

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The focus is on national legislation and international security, citing the war in Europe and the proximity of the aggressor state. There is no concentration on specific local or regional issues.
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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 national political measures concerning public health and social benefits, without specific regional emphasis.
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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 focus is on national issues, addressing the activities of law enforcement agencies in Estonia and high-profile state cases.
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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 focus is strictly national, centering on the birth rate of the Estonian people and the threat of extinction. Regional or international topics are not addressed.
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2024-03-13
Independence of the Prosecution

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely national, concentrating on the activities of the central government and law enforcement bodies (the Ministry of Justice, the Prosecutor's Office) and their mutual relationships.
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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 clearly at the national level, addressing the preservation of the Estonian nation and state, and constitutional obligations.
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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 focus is clearly on the national level, addressing the financing of cultural buildings of national significance and the management of the state budget (RES). There is no reference to a specific region or local project.
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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 focus is on broad European Union and national energy policy (the biofuel saga in the EU, the subsidization of offshore wind farms). A specific local or regional emphasis has not been presented.
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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 focus is at the national level, addressing the management and political appointments of the State Forest Management Centre (RMK). There is no regional emphasis.
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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 focus is on national financial issues (the Bank of Estonia, national defense, teachers' salaries) and the pan-European banking instrument (Euribor). Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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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 regional focus is illustrated by the example of Saaremaa, where political parties have been observed utilizing electoral alliances. The primary issue, however, remains national legislation concerning the local government level.
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2024-02-21
Large families

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly national (the preservation of the Estonian nation) and international (the supremacy of EU laws, the Swedish example concerning the migration crisis). Local or regional topics are absent.
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2024-02-21
The voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, addressing issues of voting rights and security that pertain to citizens of third countries and aggressor states. There are no references to specific local or regional topics within Estonia.
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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

One presenter is focusing attention on the border region of Southern Estonia, examining the direct impact of Latvia's VAT reduction on food sales turnover in that area. This demonstrates an interest in cross-border trade and regional economic effects.
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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 focus is on national regulations and consumer protection standards, and a regional focus is lacking.
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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 focus is on national energy policy and international competitiveness, emphasizing the need to create a level playing field with other European countries in the common market. Neighboring countries' support mechanisms for reducing energy prices are mentioned. There is no specific regional or local focus.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The strong regional focus is directed towards sparsely settled areas and the circumstances of residents in rural regions. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of guaranteeing residents basic services (electricity), irrespective of whether their place of residence is urban or rural.
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2024-02-14
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national issues, such as migration quotas and public sector salaries (teachers, rescuers), which are of nationwide importance.
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2024-02-14
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily placed on rural areas, emphasizing that the vehicle tax creates additional difficulties for rural residents due to school closures and the necessity of transportation. It is stressed that the logistical problems of rural life are worsening, which impacts the transportation of children to school and extracurricular activities.
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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 clearly international, centering on the strategic relationship between Estonia and the United States, and the impact of U.S. domestic politics on Estonian security. Additionally, Finland (Sanna Marin) is cited as a diplomatic point of reference.
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2024-02-07
Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily regional, highlighting how the new tax burdens residents in rural and peripheral areas. A specific example cited is Saaremaa (far from Kuressaare), where owning multiple cars is essential for transporting children to school and extracurricular activities.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly on national and identity-based issues (the demographic crisis, quotas, the preservation of the nation). There is no mention of specific regional or local problems.
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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 focus is heavily regional, stressing the detrimental impact of tax hikes on peripheral regions and local municipalities. Saaremaa serves as the prime example, where specific tourism data, the rise in ferry ticket prices, and the logistical challenges faced by tourism operators working in remote areas are all highlighted.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is on national policy that impacts international competitiveness, emphasizing the need to harmonize conditions with neighboring countries and strengthen our position in the regional market. Emphasis is placed on the standing of Estonian businesses relative to foreign countries.
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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

The focus is clearly national, addressing Estonia's economic and demographic situation and the impact of government policy on the entire country. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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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 focus is on national infrastructure (the electricity grid) and general environmental policy issues. There is no reference to a specific regional industry or community.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Regarding the Electricity Supply of Saaremaa (No. 68)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on the electricity supply issues in Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, as well as the recent power outage on the Juminda peninsula. Emphasis is placed on the condition of local grids and the daily hardships faced by residents in these areas, citing the limited capacity of the Hiiumaa solar park as an example.
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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 main emphasis is on international cooperation (Finland), national energy security, and strategy. The focus is on solutions that cross national borders (import via cable).
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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

One speaker mentioned the example of the Saaremaa Parish Council, drawing parallels with the procedural standoff in the Riigikogu, which indicates an awareness of Saaremaa local politics. The remaining focus is on national legislation.
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