By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov
Total Sessions: 99
Fully Profiled: 99
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is currently centered on the necessity of reforming the tax system, particularly the potential reduction of the Value Added Tax (VAT). Ensuring the adequacy of social benefits—specifically the subsistence allowance—is also a priority. The speaker supports these initiatives but remains a critic of the government’s overall policy, and is seeking information regarding potential further measures of leverage.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward assessing the impact of the measures (relief) and critically analyzing tax laws (motor vehicle tax). He/She is requesting information on whether alternatives to the rejected measure were discussed in the commission.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed towards modifying tax policy, especially the possibility of reducing VAT on food, in order to mitigate the impact of rising prices. The speaker is acting as the initiator, proposing a solution and inquiring about its budgetary impact.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative priorities include rejecting the government's proposed tax legislation (such as the car tax) and increasing social welfare benefits (like the school meal subsidy) to match actual costs. Furthermore, they oppose the decision regarding the transfer of foreign prisoners to Estonia and demand that it be rejected.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Focuses on security and defense legislation, supporting the draft bill for a public warning system and the mandate for international military operations. It emphasizes the swift adoption of legislation during a crisis situation but demands a thorough analysis. It actively participates in committee work and the shaping of the legislative process.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
It focuses on the function of holding the government accountable in parliament, utilizing the information session to keep the government's economic policy under control. The legislative focus is directed towards the oversight and critical assessment of government activities.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
It focuses on legal system reform, amending the Bailiffs' Act, and strengthening environmental protection. It calls for legislative changes that would ensure better protection for vulnerable groups and increase the role of local government in addressing environmental issues. It supports imposing stricter requirements on companies participating in public procurement.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
It focuses on the protection of constitutional principles and the maintenance of inter-institutional balance. It is actively involved in amending the Emergency Situation Act and regulating school catering. It emphasizes the practical application aspects of laws and demands realistic solutions for fulfilling bureaucratic obligations.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
It focuses on the legislation regarding local government, education, and cultural policy. It calls for the development of a long-term strategy for raising the salaries of cultural workers and the reorganization of the school meal system. It actively participates in policy-making discussions and presents concrete proposals.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the analysis of crisis law legislation, emphasizing the need for a unified legal framework while cautioning against practical implementation issues. It supports the liberalization of youth labor law through the relevant draft bill. Furthermore, it addresses the regulation of home loans in connection with supporting young families.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
It focuses on budget and tax legislation, demanding clarification from the government regarding the utilization of the budget surplus and overall tax policy. Specific questions are raised concerning potential amendments to VAT regulations. The legislative focus is clearly geared toward economic and fiscal policy.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
It demands accountability and follow-up monitoring from the government regarding implemented measures, especially concerning programs aimed at integrating youth into the labor market. The focus is on evaluating the effectiveness of existing policy measures. It is not submitting specific legislative bills, but rather demanding transparency and accountability.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Focuses on issues concerning the parliament's rules of procedure and internal organization. Supports draft legislation submitted by the Centre Party faction and shows interest in streamlining parliamentary work processes.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Actively supports anti-fraud legislation and demands stronger parliamentary intervention in cases of sluggish governance. Criticizes the committees' decisions to reject important bills. Emphasizes the need to provide the government with specific deadlines and guidelines.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Focuses on immigration policy issues, particularly the regulation of the labor quota. Takes an oppositional stance, questioning the government's decisions during the information session. There is insufficient data regarding the initiation of specific legislative bills or amendments.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker is focusing on legislation concerning crisis management, particularly the EE-ALARM system and civil protection. He/She also addresses waste management regulations, posing specific questions regarding the division of responsibility between housing associations and local municipalities. His/Her approach is critically analytical, aiming to identify practical deficiencies in the existing laws.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It focuses primarily on opposition activities, proposing the rejection of draft legislation. It addresses amendments to tax laws, changes to the Employment Contracts Act, and issues concerning religious freedom. The emphasis is placed on blocking government initiatives and offering alternatives.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
There is insufficient data to assess the legislative priorities.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Focuses on draft legislation concerning excise duties and the powers of local governments. Shows interest in the practical effects of legislative changes, especially on economic indicators such as inflation.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
It focuses on reforming education policy and addressing labor market policy issues. It seeks answers regarding specific policy changes, especially the prioritization of vocational education and applied higher education. The restructuring of systems is the central focus.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Focuses on budgetary and financial matters, questioning ministers regarding specific draft bills. It actively addresses energy policy issues, referencing the national energy sector development plan. The focus is on municipal funding, particularly public transport and extracurricular education. It does not demonstrate the initiation of legislation, but rather the scrutiny and criticism of government policy.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is participating in the energy policy debate in the Riigikogu, posing questions to the minister regarding the use of oil shale. Specific legislative initiatives or priorities are not mentioned.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
It emphasizes the importance of legality in state security activities, specifically inquiring about the legal grounds for the operations. It demonstrates interest in adherence to the principles of the rule of law within the defense policy sector.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It focuses on issues of taxation and fiscal policy, particularly criticizing the government's policy of tax hikes. It demands clarification regarding the link between defense spending and the tax increases, and accuses the government of breaking its promises by making temporary taxes permanent.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
It focuses on infrastructure policy and agricultural development. It raises questions regarding government measures and future plans, but specific legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses on education policy issues, particularly the regulations governing the recognition of specialist qualifications. It seeks solutions to the conflict between current requirements and practical possibilities.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
It focuses on opposing the Churches and Congregations Act, emphasizing its unconstitutionality. It supports using existing legislation to combat anti-state activity, arguing that a separate law is unnecessary. It also criticizes the potential reform of religious holidays.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
Due to the lack of data, it is impossible to draw conclusions regarding legislative priorities.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on scrutinizing government policy and demanding alternatives. Regarding energy policy, they call for a referendum as a tool for democratic decision-making. In education financing, they advocate for the retention of basic state funding. The approach is one of oversight and scrutiny rather than legislative initiative, centering on government accountability.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
It demands specific legislative changes: the automatic indexing of the subsistence benefit to the cost of living index, the digitalization of benefit applications, and the reinstatement of the benefit for single pensioners living alone. It focuses on reforming the social protection system and requires a clear action plan from the government regarding social affairs.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on enhancing the efficiency of supervision systems and improving inter-institutional coordination. The approach advocates for systemic reform, rather than the initiation of specific legislative changes.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on issues concerning social policy and economic legislation. Actively involved in discussions surrounding the unemployment insurance reform, the cybersecurity act, and the electricity market law. Poses detailed questions regarding the impact of legislation and demands precise explanations concerning costs and potential savings. Stresses the necessity of comprehensive impact assessments before any laws are adopted.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on tax policy, particularly the regulation of value-added tax (VAT) on foodstuffs. It puts forward a specific political proposal for VAT reduction, drawing on the experiences of other countries. It also shows interest in legislative measures designed to support the agricultural sector.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data regarding specific legislative priorities.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the legislative aspects of regional policy and social issues, seeking specific plans and measures from the ministers. It supports regional investments and the development of transport connections. Furthermore, it calls for faster decisions rather than prolonged analyses, and the implementation of practical solutions to address the problems faced by local governments and citizens.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses on energy policy issues, particularly the regulation and planning of wind farms. It seeks clarity regarding the rationale behind the current policy and potential alternatives.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on amending the Emergency Situation Act, specifically concerning the regulation of vital services and cybersecurity requirements. It supports increasing legislative clarity and the public's right to understand who is accountable for what. It criticizes the handling of the Reservists' Compensation Act.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker is focusing on issues of citizen protection and local governance, demanding concrete answers and solutions to infrastructure problems. The approach taken is primarily centered on fulfilling a control and oversight function.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on electoral legislation and the security of democratic processes, emphasizing the need for an oversight committee to ensure the reliability of e-elections.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The text focuses on the regulation of Value Added Tax (VAT) and proposed changes concerning food items. It compares Estonia's approach to the practices in other European countries and criticizes the government's readiness to comply with certain European directives, while ignoring those that would actually benefit the Estonian people.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on the practical application of education legislation, specifically concerning the transition periods for qualification and language proficiency requirements. It highlights contradictions within the legislation and calls for clarification regarding the implementation mechanisms.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It focuses on demanding government accountability and the clarification of specific policy measures. It asks precise questions regarding the financing of the defense industry and support for the fisheries sector, demonstrating an interest in overseeing the executive branch. It emphasizes the measurability of results and timelines.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on opposing the proposed voting rights bill, arguing that it violates constitutional principles. It questions the priorities of the legislature, asserting that national defense and the economy should be more important than restricting the franchise. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to the constitution in the lawmaking process.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
Not enough data
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
Based on the limited data, it is not possible to draw conclusions regarding legislative priorities.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the draft bill concerning the indexation of compensation for reservists and the reform of the pension system for active servicemen. It stresses the importance of the legislative process and the Riigikogu's role in making decisions, rather than simply awaiting government promises. Interest is shown in proposing amendments between the first and second readings.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is on scrutinizing government policy through questions posed during Question Time. Specific bills or proposed amendments are not mentioned. The emphasis lies more on holding the government accountable and critically evaluating policy decisions than on the legislative process.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Due to insufficient data, it is not possible to assess the speaker's legislative priorities.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The speaker is actively participating in the parliament's information session, focusing on foreign policy and security issues. The approach is supervisory, demanding explanations from the government regarding future strategies.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on tax policy issues concerning current government actions and anticipated future changes. There is specific interest in the abolition of the tax bracket distortion (the "tax hump") and its subsequent impact, indicating a clear priority within the domain of fiscal policy.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Supports the establishment of an investigative commission as a legislative tool for resolving problems within the aviation sector. It focuses on the oversight function and the evaluation of the performance of state projects.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It focuses on the oversight of energy policy and investments, questioning the minister about the 2.6 billion investment. Interest is shown in the transparency of lawmaking and the control over the use of public funds, but specific legislative initiatives are not mentioned.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on opposition activities against the constitutional amendment bill, highlighting the dangers inherent in its swift adoption. It criticizes the changing of election rules right before an election. The legislative priority is the protection of constitutional rights and the preservation of the democratic process.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker focuses on the funding policy for sports facilities, highlighting existing measures and advocating for their expansion. They show interest in specific financing schemes and emphasize the need for their sustainability.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker actively supports Bill 565, which likely concerns issues of energy security or the protection of maritime areas. He/She engages heavily in the discussions of the legislative process, offering both substantive criticism and constructive proposals. His/Her key legislative focus is directed toward strengthening national security and protecting minority rights.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
It focuses on reforming the pension system for military personnel and amending tax legislation. It primarily acts as a questioner and an issue-raiser, demanding specific answers and action plans from the government. It consistently monitors the progress of legislative changes.
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on budgetary and tax legislation, particularly the issue of the bank tax. It operates primarily in the role of a critic and proposer of alternatives, rather than as the initiator of specific legislative bills. It stresses the necessity of reforming the current tax policy.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Supports the updating of the Law on Owning and Raising Dogs (KOKS), referring to it as a "very good bill" and noting that it "has been long overdue for renewal." The focus is on resolving practical implementation issues within the legislation.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the importance of parliamentary oversight and debates when making major national decisions. It emphasizes the Riigikogu's role in deliberating significant investment decisions, thereby demonstrating a commitment to strengthening the legislative branch.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
Based on the data, it is not possible to precisely define the legislative priorities.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Focuses on security and cybersecurity issues, specifically examining application security and fraud prevention measures. Shows interest in oversight and control mechanisms.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
There is not enough data.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
It is impossible to assess the legislative focus based on the limited data.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses on the development of healthcare infrastructure and issues concerning the social protection of employees. It supports the Tallinn Hospital project as a significant legislative initiative. It is interested in changes that would improve employees' ability to take sick leave without suffering financial loss.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Based on the available data, there is not enough information.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on energy and regional policy issues, raising questions about government decisions in those areas. Specific legislative initiatives are not mentioned, but it shows interest in policy shaping in these fields.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
It focuses on the oversight of government decisions and demanding clarifications. It submits written inquiries regarding the financing of crisis management. It supports initiating a public survey concerning the Estonia Theatre issue, which demonstrates an interest in the democratization of decision-making processes. The focus is more on the oversight function than on initiating legislation.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Focuses on improving budget transparency and control. Supports legislative initiatives that would increase government accountability regarding representation expenses. Shows interest in refining public sector cost control mechanisms.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on the budget law and its implications, expressing clear opposition to its adoption. It also mentions upcoming inquiries regarding security matters related to the sale of Operail. The legislative focus is shifting toward critical analysis and oversight.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker is focusing on improving the organization of the Riigikogu's work, particularly addressing issues concerning members' attendance and their engagement in the proceedings. They are keen on ensuring the efficiency of the legislative process.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
It focuses on the oversight function, posing questions to ministers regarding mining regulation and foreign policy. It demonstrates interest in both environmental legislation and refugee policy. Specific legislative initiatives are not reflected in these speeches.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on taxation and excise duty legislation, raising critical questions regarding the increases in excise duties on alcohol, tobacco, and fuel. It mentions the Center Party's alternative tax proposals and criticizes the amendments to land tax legislation. It demands that the government adopt better laws and conduct a more comprehensive impact analysis.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
There is not enough data.
2024-12-02
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
It focuses on tax and budget issues, as well as infrastructure financing. It primarily adopts the role of a critical interrogator, challenging the government on its policy decisions, particularly concerning excise duties and the funding of road construction.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker focused specifically on the bill restricting voting rights, criticizing its urgent processing without any thorough analysis. He/She stressed that nobody knows the true impact the bill will have on security or democracy, and demanded more comprehensive consideration before its adoption.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
Focuses on social policy issues, especially improving benefit systems. Calls for the implementation of a targeted benefits scheme to assist the most vulnerable families. Takes a critical stance regarding the cutting of existing benefits.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
Focuses on improving the processes of engagement and consultation in lawmaking. It criticizes the education agreement as a document lacking substance and demands that the legislative process genuinely take into account the viewpoints of interest groups.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the VAT reduction bill for the catering sector, emphasizing its repeated failure to pass in parliament. There is also interest in the work of the Rail Baltic investigative committee and its potential alternative solutions. Specific questions are posed regarding the practical consequences of legislative initiatives, showing a clear interest in the effectiveness of policy measures.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the bills extending foreign missions, which are strongly supported. Regarding the infrastructure tax, it adopts an oppositional stance but offers constructive amendments aimed at improving the legislation. Both issues touch upon crucial areas of national policy.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
Focuses on the practical application of education legislation, particularly the aspects concerning the transition to Estonian-language instruction. Also interested in teacher qualification requirements, the mechanisms for meeting them, and the organization of vocational education.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Focuses on the implementation of EU policy and the improvement of administrative procedures. Raises the issue of making subsidies for the renovation of apartment buildings more effective. Stresses the need to simplify access to EU support funds and reduce the reporting burden. Shows interest in finding practical solutions for overcoming bureaucratic hurdles.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
It directly asks whether, and which, drug control laws should be amended. The focus is on finding legislative solutions to resolve the drug problem. It demonstrates an interest in modifying specific legal acts to improve the situation.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Focuses on regulating the legislation concerning caregiver allowance and the obligations of local authorities. It asks specific questions regarding legal regulations, including the rules for amending statutes and the mechanisms for community engagement.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker focuses on budgetary policy, particularly issues concerning the funding of pensioners' associations. He/She proposes establishing a separate budget line for financing ongoing costs, which demonstrates a concrete legislative initiative. The focus is on amending and supplementing existing policies, rather than creating new legislation.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
It focuses on transport and infrastructure policy, submitting questions to the government concerning Rail Baltic, Via Baltica, and gravel roads. It fulfills the parliamentary oversight function, demanding clarification regarding the government's plans and activities. The focus is on practical policymaking within the infrastructure sector.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on legislation concerning the administrative burden and financing of local governments. He examines the bill's approval process and the mechanism for receiving feedback from local governments, and also inquires about the possibilities of state support to cover the increasing costs faced by local municipalities. He shows interest in changes to the tax system that could improve the financial situation of local governments.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on foreign policy and diplomacy issues, particularly the activities of Estonian diplomatic missions abroad. It actively participates in parliamentary debates, raising questions about government decisions and demanding explanations regarding the rationale behind political choices.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on issues of budgetary policy and social benefits. Actively participates in committee work, asking specific questions regarding the size of the school meal subsidy. Demonstrates interest in finding alternatives to the current policy, inquiring about potential compromise solutions.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Focuses on the specifics of the Essential Services Act, particularly the frequency of risk analysis and the mechanisms for inter-agency coordination. Demonstrates interest in the practical application of the legislation by inquiring about specific areas of responsibility and coordination procedures.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Due to the lack of data, it is impossible to draw conclusions regarding legislative priorities.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Focuses on budget legislation and its legal basis, specifically questioning the conformity of the proposed activity-based budget with legal requirements. It also demonstrates an interest in strengthening parliamentary oversight.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Based on the data, there is not enough information.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The Speaker is addressing issues related to the implementation of the education reform and is proposing changes to the organization of language proficiency assessment. He seeks to increase the authority of local governments and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for teachers taking up positions.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker focuses on the government's oversight function, posing questions regarding the minister's actions and policy. The focus is on issues of national budget policy and transport policy, thereby fulfilling the supervisory role characteristic of a Member of Parliament.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker focused on car tax regulations and issues concerning local government financing. They inquired whether the reinstatement of the tax system had been discussed in the committees and if the Ministry of Social Affairs regulations were already being drafted. They emphasized the need for less bureaucratic solutions.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Not enough data.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The data is insufficient. Taking the oath does not reveal legislative priorities or specific initiatives.