By Agendas: Heljo Pikhof

Total Agendas: 44

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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the transfer of Swedish criminals to Estonia (No. 803)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The query was filed in collaboration with seven Social Democrats, suggesting internal cooperation within the faction. There is no indication of a willingness to compromise or engage in cross-party cooperation on the issue at hand; instead, the focus is on highlighting disagreement with the government's policy.
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2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The style of cooperation is formal and institutional, manifested in the question directed to the minister. The approach is demanding, focusing on securing concrete solutions and timetables from the government.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding educational inequality (no. 795)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker refers to cooperation within their political group ("We have submitted an inquiry to you"), which demonstrates internal cohesion in raising the topic. There is no information regarding cross-party cooperation or a readiness to compromise with the government.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding the amendment of the Public Libraries Act (No 808)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The style of collaboration is open and constructive, beginning with thanks for the presentation and moving on to asking clarifying questions. The objective is to obtain information regarding the implementation plan, which suggests a willingness to support the draft bill, provided the details are satisfactory.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (636 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker emphasizes the cross-party support, noting that the idea of an additional day off has been backed not only by the Social Democrats but also by the Centre Party and EKRE. This points to a desire to form a broad-based coalition in support of the social bill. Furthermore, reference is made to the previously supportive position taken by an analyst from the Ministry of Finance, which demonstrates a readiness to rely on the expert opinions of civil servants.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker references previous cooperation with doctors and experts in addressing bioethics topics, which demonstrates a readiness to involve specialists. In the current context, this constitutes a direct demand for the minister to tackle the issue more vigorously.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker primarily operates as a representative of the Social Democratic faction, but actively seeks support from other political parties, noting that the bills concerning the abolition of both public holidays and kindergarten fees have garnered support among other parties as well. He/She emphasizes the unanimous decisions made by the committees (for example, the date for the discussion of the Employment Contracts Act) and strives to protect these decisions from alterations by the management board.
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2025-06-18
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The first speech supports the task assigned to the Government of the Republic to develop an action plan, indicating a willingness to cooperate in policy formation. There is no information regarding inter-party cooperation or a readiness to compromise. The second speech is directed toward challenging the opposing side's viewpoints.
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2025-06-18
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker indicated an openness to broader cooperation, expressing confidence that, besides the Social Democrats, the idea of free kindergarten would also be supported by "a whole host of other parties here in the Riigikogu chamber." This demonstrates a readiness to rally support for the Social Democrats' amendment proposal.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There are no direct references to cooperation or a willingness to compromise, but the speaker attempts to establish common ground with the minister regarding the seriousness of the issue ("I think you agree with me"). The style is rather interrogative and demands solutions.
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2025-06-18
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on the sharing of credit information (652 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker references successful collaboration within the Legal Affairs Committee in 2022, noting that a consensus was reached on the necessity of state oversight for debt collection firms. This demonstrates the willingness and capacity to achieve cross-party agreement on regulatory matters.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speeches focus exclusively on opposition and criticism; there is no data concerning cooperation, compromises, or bipartisan activity.
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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 speaker is representing the platform stance and proposed amendment put forth by the Social Democrats, and urges all members of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) to support it. While direct cooperation with other parties regarding this specific draft bill is not mentioned, there is an expectation that the leading government party (the Reform Party) will extend this principle to the national level.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

There is too little data.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation appears to be open to seeking solutions, raising the question of the balance between national and local level regulation. There are no references to collaboration with specific factions or individuals.
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2025-05-21
Forestry

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The address was delivered as a direct challenge to the government, demanding that they take action to improve the situation. There were no references to cooperation with other political parties or colleagues.
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

There is insufficient data regarding cooperation readiness or inter-party action.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Not enough data
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2025-05-19
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Data is scarce.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding the Coping of Pensioners (No. 726)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2025-03-19
State Defence

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

There is too little data.
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2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate with the academic community by citing and supporting the positions of several universities and academies. He emphasizes the need to involve stakeholders between the first and second readings to improve and clarify the draft bill, which points to an openness to compromise based on expert input.
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2025-02-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to carry out an analysis of the impact of young people’s social media use" (550 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

In the committee, a consensus was reached regarding placing the draft bill on the plenary agenda and appointing a representative for the lead committee. Members with varying viewpoints participated in the discussion, but there was agreement on procedural matters. Liina Kersna supported the ministry’s direction to prepare recommendations for schools on regulating smart solutions.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Adult Education Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (465 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker urges all members of the Riigikogu to support the bill, stressing its importance for the country's development, which indicates a desire for broad consensus. Specific cooperation partners or willingness to compromise were not mentioned.
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2024-12-04
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other related laws (establishing the obligation to attend school) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is supportive and inclusive, emphasizing collaboration with vocational schools in the development of new curricula. Political support is clearly articulated on behalf of their faction (the Social Democrats), which points to the existence of support within the coalition.
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2024-11-21
Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other laws accordingly (establishing compulsory schooling) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrated extensive cooperation by involving several organizations from the education sector in the preparation of the draft bill (e.g., EHL, ELVL, ÕÜK, the Association of School Psychologists). This cooperation involved collecting feedback and discussing their concerns during committee sessions, although the content of the bill largely remained in its original form. The committee submitted five amendments to the draft bill.
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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

Shows readiness for cooperation and for noting the convergence of positions, expressing one hundred percent agreement with Varro Vooglaid concerning the analysis of security risks, and also noting Mr. Seeder's consent on the same matter.
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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

Insufficient data
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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

No data available.
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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 speaker is taking part in an official dialogue with the Minister of the Interior, raising a question about the plans to implement a national standard. This signals a willingness to communicate with the executive power to find political solutions and standardize requirements.
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2024-06-13
First Reading of the Draft Bill (447 SE) for the Act on the Amendment of the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and Related Acts (Establishment of Study Obligation)

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

Cooperation is evident between ministry officials and the minister when clarifying the details of the draft legislation. Furthermore, cooperation is cited with vocational schools regarding the development of new curricula, and with other ministries concerning the creation of support measures. The committee's decisions regarding the handling of the draft bill were adopted by consensus, which points to a procedural willingness to cooperate.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The style of cooperation is consensual and substantive, emphasizing that the commission’s decisions were adopted by consensus. It liaises closely with government agencies and experts (TTJA, Ministry of Social Affairs) to find legal solutions. It expresses a willingness to discuss any topics that the commission members deem necessary.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The Speaker, representing the Social Democrats, stresses the party's ongoing commitment to specific objectives (such as equalizing teachers' salaries), highlighting internal political cooperation. Communication with the Minister and the Ministry remains courteous, as they request comments and explanations concerning incoming correspondence and the specific provisions of the draft legislation, signaling a clear readiness for dialogue.
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2024-05-07
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker stresses the necessity of cooperation between the Government of the Republic and the City of Tallinn in order to find a solution to the premises issue. The importance of international cooperation (joint productions) in the cultural sector is also highlighted, as this is currently the most widespread form of collaboration among Western opera houses.
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2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The cooperative style is generally appreciative, and the Minister is especially thanked for establishing good relations with the Riigikogu Culture Committee. Hope is expressed that the major plans and undertakings that have been initiated will reach the final stretch, indicating a readiness to support ongoing projects.
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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 Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The committee reached consensus on procedural decisions (sending the draft bill to the plenary session), but the substantive discussion is marked by strong ideological opposition. One speaker expressed hope that the EKRE faction would withdraw its 200 amendments, suggesting a lack of cooperation in the handling of the bill.
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2024-03-20
Third Reading of the Draft Act (338 SE) on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and systemic, emphasizing the need for unified support from the Minister of Culture, the Riigikogu Culture Committee, and the Council of the Cultural Endowment for financing the ERR building. The Riigikogu Culture Committee played a crucial role in initiating the draft bill, which demonstrates cooperation at the committee level.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Estonian Public Broadcasting Act (165 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker stresses the consensus-based decisions made by the committee regarding procedural matters, even though the decision to reject the draft bill itself was not entirely unanimous (8 in favor, 2 against, 1 abstention). The argumentation relies on close cooperation with and the adoption of positions from the Ministry of Culture, which is deemed the expert on this subject.
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2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The text emphasizes cooperation within the Culture Committee, referring to the process of handling the draft bill as a "joint decision" and noting Tõnis Lukas's involvement in the committee. The involvement of stakeholders and the consideration of their feedback are also crucial; this process led to clarifications being issued concerning the autonomy of the endowments and the definition of the legal concepts used. An additional clause in the draft bill mandates the Culture Committee's approval when decisions are made regarding the funding of a new project.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Language Act (161 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The committee held a cross-party discussion (referencing Pikhof, Helme, Kivi, Kersna, Lukas). Although the motion to reject the draft bill did not achieve consensus, agreement was reached regarding placing the bill on the agenda and appointing a representative for the lead committee.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is highly collaborative, stressing the necessity of achieving both societal and community consensus before implementing reforms ("Measure nine times, cut once"). They rely heavily on the analyses provided by the Foresight Centre (Arenguseire Keskus) and champion close cooperation among local municipalities when establishing shared schools and community houses.
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