By Plenary Sessions: Tiit Maran

Total Sessions: 52

Fully Profiled: 52

2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill concerning the development of renewable energy production in mining areas. The speaker is a critical opponent of the bill in its current form, demanding a thorough revision and the inclusion of detailed analyses before the second reading. The aim is to ensure that the legislation properly addresses climate and biodiversity aspects.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The legislative focus is currently directed toward ensuring the regulatory compliance of major infrastructure projects, particularly regarding adherence to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) procedures and nature conservation laws. The speaker is monitoring the situation to ensure that the government properly addresses environmental assets and potential mitigation areas during the course of road construction.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is the Climate Act, the drafting delays and the weakening of its substance are sharply criticized by the speaker. He demands that the legislation ensure both climate change mitigation and the preparation of the populace, and that forest protection (including nesting peace) be guaranteed everywhere, in line with court decisions.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is centered on the opposition to the rejection of a specific draft bill concerning the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the rejection decision, demanding clarifications regarding the committee's ruling.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on demanding clarity regarding the implementation mechanism (criteria for selecting prisoners) of the existing policy or agreement. The speaker is acting more as an auditor and interrogator, demanding information about which types of sentences/convicts are being transferred to Estonia and in which specific cases Estonia has the right to refuse.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
It focuses on the protection of existing nature conservation regulations and the oversight of government institutions (the State Chancellery) when concluding contracts. It acts in the role of a controller, demanding explanations as to why an analysis aimed at reducing bureaucracy regarding the designation of forests as protected areas was commissioned.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The primary focus is on the mandate, rules of procedure, and transparency issues concerning the Government-established Council of Entrepreneurs, demanding regulations to prevent conflicts of interest. Criticism is also leveled at the termination of strategic state governance documents (such as the forest development plan) and the halting of environmental policy.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The legislative focus is directed towards ensuring the substance of the decisions made by Riigikogu committees and guaranteeing the oversight of ministerial activities. The priority is finding a sustainable funding model for the Suuremõisa Vocational School, which was a promise made by the Culture Committee.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The focus is more on defining the foundations of the policy and initiating a substantive debate (regarding the content of "good education"), rather than on presenting specific legislative bills or amendments. The objective is to establish a consensus-based understanding of societal priorities.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is on demanding the correct implementation of existing laws (the Planning Act) by the government. Emphasis is placed on the importance of court decisions in overturning government decisions, which points toward the supervision of legal compliance rather than the initiation of new legislation.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus addresses the necessary legal framework required for the readiness of the nuclear power plant and the establishment of the operating entity. The speaker is interested in the relationship between the regulatory framework and the state's financial obligations.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is on demanding progress regarding the Climate Act and the re-initiation of the amendment to the Local Government Organization Act (the 'Vicious Dogs' bill), as it had previously stalled. The speaker is acting as the proponent, submitting interpellations and demanding clarity from the government concerning the content and schedule of the draft legislation.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the operational capacity of the state system and the effectiveness of implementing action plans in combating fraud. Specific legislative bills or amendments are not mentioned; instead, attention is directed toward the deficiencies within existing systems.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the budget (specifically, opposing cuts to the funding of the Environmental Board), the organization of research and development (ensuring academic freedom and expanding the definition of 'national sciences' to include environmental studies), and labor law. He/She is critical of the legislative procedure used for enacting laws when they are passed using strong-arm tactics and ignore the interests of employees.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The legislative focus is aimed at demanding a government action plan to end the desecration of sacred sites and guarantee their preservation. The speaker calls for concrete steps and political will to protect cultural heritage, citing the necessity of halting the expanding logging operations.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is currently centered on supporting a specific piece of legislation designed to curb monopolistic interests and ensure broad public benefit. Primary emphasis is placed on the speed of the law's enactment and the efficiency of the process, specifically to prevent it from becoming bogged down in protracted, multi-level judicial proceedings.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is currently on challenging environmental regulations, particularly the effort to enshrine the 30% protected area goal in law without adequate debate. The speaker stresses the necessity of using the existing, though unapproved, Environmental Sector Development Plan (KEVAD) as the basis for balanced development.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The legislative focus is aimed at challenging environmental laws and forestry regulations (particularly the 70:30 ratio), given that these provisions could create intractable situations regarding changes in land use. A significant priority is also improving the legal framework and transparency surrounding the establishment of governing councils, specifically to preclude conflicts of interest.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is on the correct implementation of Natura 2000 assessments and demanding the immediate approval of the Environmental Sector Development Plan (KEVAD). Clarity is also demanded regarding the further development of the Forestry Development Plan and the Forest and Nature Conservation Act, while criticizing the inclusion of specific percentages in the law as "absurd activity."
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on amendments to the Nature Conservation Act, particularly those related to the Natura assessment (610 SE) and later modifications. He/She stands as a critical opponent of these draft laws, demanding that the proceedings be halted, arguing that they neither resolve the issue of compensating landowners nor repeal the right of civil society to initiate the creation of protected areas. Furthermore, he/she criticizes provisions that grant the Environmental Board overly broad discretionary power in determining compensation zones.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the proposed legal amendments that would reduce the benefits provided to students by the Unemployment Insurance Fund (Töötukassa). The speaker calls for the creation of a new, separate support solution for young people to prevent them from being forced into a difficult predicament.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is amending the Hunting Act to resolve the wolf crisis and regulate the tracking of wounded game animals across hunting district boundaries. The speaker served as the rapporteur for the lead committee and personally introduced two amendments regarding hunting safety and the humane dispatch of animals injured on roads, which were ultimately deferred as subjects requiring further analysis.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed at opposing amendments to competition law because they are inadequate for combating economic crime and ultimately harm consumers. Another priority is influencing the drafting of the state budget to secure better ferry subsidies for rural areas (such as Hiiumaa) and to develop the regional railway network.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is reducing the workload of the Environmental Board and protecting groundwater (regulation of boreholes/wells). The speaker is in a supporting role but emphasizes their contribution to introducing the prohibition of a dangerous drilling method into the draft bill, which demonstrates an active role in shaping the content of the law.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the broader environmental policy framework and administrative issues, such as the potential abolition of the Environmental Board. The speaker is strongly opposed to these administrative changes, demanding clarity regarding the state's environmental policy.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is the deliberation of Draft Bill 567 amending the Hunting Act, which concerns the culling of nuisance individuals in cases where property damage occurs. The speaker is currently working on the procedural summary for rejecting the bill, but simultaneously supports the necessity of finding a solution regarding the possibility of culling individuals when damage is inflicted, referencing Draft Bill 553 and the large carnivore cooperation council.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the amendment to the Waste Management Act, which the speaker considers sensible. The main activity involves determining the broader financial impacts and political conflicts arising from the legislation, particularly concerning nuclear waste management.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the swift adoption of the proposed bill amending the law, the purpose of which is to grant local authorities the power to address irresponsible dog ownership. The speaker is a strong proponent and champion of this amendment, emphasizing the urgent need for its passage.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main legislative focus is on the Climate Law, regarding which the speaker is demanding substantive preparation and opposing a rushed procedure. The need is emphasized to ensure that the content of the law is as good and reasonable as possible before its adoption. The discussion of the nuclear topic was highlighted as a previous example.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is to support a draft bill that would allow rapid intervention concerning the problem of nuisance individuals without requiring a court decision, thus preventing a situation where hunting is suspended. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill and a representative of the steering committee, noting that broader amendments to the Nature Conservation Act and the Hunting Act are anticipated in a later phase.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus centers on supporting amendments to the Waste Act and the Packaging Act, specifically aimed at transposing relevant EU law and reducing overall waste generation. Furthermore, the allocation of responsibilities between the Environmental Board and local municipalities regarding the reduction of bureaucracy and the protection of groundwater is a crucial consideration.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on procedural justice within parliament (the opportunity for rapporteurs to respond to accusations) and the transparency surrounding the development of laws related to new climate measures. Substantively, the priority is preparing the country to manage the outcomes of climate change (adaptation).
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The primary focus is on implementing European Union policy in Estonia, particularly concerning strengthening defense capabilities and fostering economic development. Emphasis is also placed on the necessity of updating legislation related to the environment, biodiversity, and global warming, ensuring these factors are fully integrated into economic development planning.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Legislative attention is centered on the planned law regulating the activities of the church branch associated with Russia. The speaker is a strong proponent of the law and is focusing on the specific steps that will follow its adoption, requesting an overview of the implementation measures.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the reorganization of ministerial jurisdictions, where the speaker opposes the removal of planning functions from the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture. The priority is achieving clarity regarding the responsibility for the planning and development of green corridors.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on a detailed analysis of the draft bill addressing the establishment of renewable energy and nature conservation. The speaker serves as a critical scrutinizer of the bill, highlighting the necessity of rectifying discrepancies in the regulation of biological kingdoms (plants, animals, fungi).
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the quality of legislation and procedural compliance, particularly regarding bills related to climate and the environment. The priority is to ensure that conceptual changes undergo the proper preparatory intent phase.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The primary focus is on the draft decision concerning the preparations for the deployment of nuclear energy, the reading of which is requested to be suspended. Repeatedly raises procedural questions regarding the operational procedures of the Environment Committee, especially concerning the disregard of the conditional amendment proposal bearing 19 signatures.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on the administration of state institutions and the approval of the composition of their councils, ensuring the propriety of the procedure and consensus-based decision-making. The priority is the swift and consensual submission of draft legislation for the final vote in the plenary session.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is the motor vehicle tax, which the speaker critically opposes if it does not serve environmental goals. He/She urgently demands that the government actively develop regional and mobility policies in order to provide alternatives to private car use. He/She views the motor vehicle tax as a necessary "nudge" tool toward sustainability.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on challenging the decision to grant authorization for the introduction of nuclear energy, deeming the move premature. The priority is to require the completion of the strategic documents that form the basis of the legislation (the energy sector development plan) before any specific laws are drafted.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the critical assessment of the Climate-Resilient Economy Act and challenging its narrow focus. Other important topics include the regulation of fast-growing timber plantations, the re-evaluation of land improvement principles, and the substantive implementation of nature conservation regimes (e.g., defining 30% of areas as strictly protected).
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the quality and objectivity of the information underlying the national energy strategy. The speaker's priority is to ensure a rational decision-making process before major energy projects are enacted, thereby avoiding political choices driven by emotion.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary focus is on funding education and science, specifically supporting the advancement of the research level at the Estonian University of Life Sciences and increasing veterinary training. Concrete proposals involve allocating additional state budget resources and establishing a paid study option to resolve the current shortage of veterinarians.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the quality of planning and evaluation of government economic strategies, particularly when accounting for environmental impact. The speaker acts as an overseer, demanding thorough consideration of environmental effects when ambitious plans are being drawn up.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on amending the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act for the purpose of national defense. The speaker is acting as a critical reviewer of the draft legislation, questioning both the scope of the bill and the justification for using emergency proceedings. He/She supports the necessary changes but opposes rushing through the process by including other, unrelated topics.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on amending the Ambient Air Protection Act to ensure legal clarity regarding noise limit values and target values. The speaker is a strong proponent of the draft bill, stressing the necessity of taking municipal feedback into account in order to achieve a highly implementable legal amendment.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on amendments to the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act. The speaker supports filling legal gaps related to national defense but opposes rushing the regulation concerning replacement lands. They prefer that the amendments be processed within the framework of a standard legislative package or through existing planning procedures.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main legislative focus is the draft bill of the Energy Sector Organization Act, where the speaker is conducting a detailed review. The speaker is acting as the proposer of amendments to the draft bill, drawing attention to an inconsistency within environmental protection regulations.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed at the regulation of foodstuffs, specifically addressing the need for separate regulatory treatment of insect protein flour. The speaker is largely an objector, demanding justifications and data to warrant this regulatory distinction.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the technical details of environmental policy and their corresponding impact, particularly concerning the regulation of aircraft fuel additives. The speaker is operating in the capacity of a detail-oriented reviewer, demanding the complete disclosure of the facts underpinning the policy.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main legislative focus is Draft Law 346 amending the Water Act, which the speaker strongly supports. The objective is to ensure the reuse of used water in economic processes, thereby reducing the dual burden placed on the environment and on clean water resources.