By Agendas: Õnne Pillak

Total Agendas: 30

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2025-10-09
Discussion of the Crucial National Issue 'The Future of the Estonian Economy'

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

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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

Strong support for the government's 2026 state budget, whose main priorities are a sharp increase in national defense expenditure (at least 5% of GDP) and lowering the tax burden (abolishing the tax curve). The budget deficit (4.5%) is justified by the security situation and the need to enhance defense capabilities, citing the European Commission's flexible rules. The political framework is clearly value-based, emphasizing Estonia's freedom and independence.
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2025-09-25
Political statement by Prime Minister Kristen Michal regarding the transfer of the draft State Budget Act 2026

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political focus is heavily centered on national defense and stimulating the economy, labeling the budget the "budget of security and prosperity." The Prime Minister justifies the growing state budget deficit as the price of freedom, while simultaneously stressing the courage required to make necessary decisions and emphasizing a fact-based approach. The administration's stance is strongly results-oriented, focusing on record investments and reducing the tax burden.
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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 political position strongly supports the continuation of the Rail Baltic project, emphasizing its strategic importance for security, economic growth, and fulfilling European Union commitments. He/She stresses that terminating the project would result in significant legal and financial repercussions, including potential claims from the EU. His/Her focus remains on staying goal-oriented and ensuring the realistic completion of the project by 2030.
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2025-09-18
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The political focus is outcome-driven, centered on enhancing economic growth and improving the well-being of the populace. The speaker advocates for moderately active government intervention through the introduction of new measures designed to inject momentum into the economy.
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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 speaker strongly supports the exemplary condition of Estonia's national defense and the high defense readiness of the populace. The political focus is directed toward the operational side of national defense, specifically assessing the contribution and mutual cooperation of the Defense League (Kaitseliit) and the Women's Voluntary Defense Organization (Naiskodukaitse). This is a results-based approach that concentrates on the practical aspects of implementing the "Estonia 2035" strategy.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The political position is predominantly procedural and conservative, centered on strong opposition to most proposals aimed at changing the agenda of the Riigikogu session. The Reform Party faction stresses the clear and understandable stance that agenda items must remain in their originally assigned slots. The only substantive political issue supported was the reform of the management of the national healthcare reserve.
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2025-06-19
Draft law amending the Accounting Act (600 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The core political stance is strong support for reducing bureaucracy and repealing regulations, highlighting the 202 relevant decisions already made by the government. The focus is on effectiveness and the rapid modification of requirements that impede entrepreneurship. This is clearly a results-oriented position that emphasizes the sheer volume of work accomplished.
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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 speaker strongly advocates for the development of national infrastructure, stressing the vital importance of constructing four-lane highways for rural regions. This position focuses on policy implementation and effectiveness, requesting specific timelines for the highway projects along the Tallinn–Pärnu and Tartu routes. Infrastructure development is directly linked to guaranteeing freedom of movement and enterprise.
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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 speaker's main position is to support businesses through sensible decisions and prevent unnecessary cluttering of the legal framework. He supports the government's already proposed stance to make the sustainability report voluntary within the European Union, dismissing the opposition's identical draft bill as a needless political show. This position is strongly policy- and results-driven, defending the government's steps toward reducing bureaucracy.
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2025-04-23
Draft law (583 SE) for the second reading on accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and approval of amendment to Article 20(1) of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is strongly value-driven, focusing on eliminating discrimination against women and supporting the draft legislation as a mark of a mature democratic society. The speaker emphasizes the significant responsibility women bear in society and during times of crisis, and actively combats the minimization of women's role. The overall stance is firmly supportive and idealistic, linking the proposed law to societal development.
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2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus centers on the elections for the Riigikogu Board (Presidium) and the internal organization of the parliament. The speaker, acting on behalf of the Reform Party faction, puts forward Toomas Kivimägi as a candidate for Vice-Chairman, stressing his proven track record and professional work as the foundation for this support. This support is robust and is based entirely on an assessment of the candidate’s activities (performance-driven). Furthermore, respectful congratulations are extended to the presiding officer who has been re-elected to their post.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other related laws (sanctions violations) (441 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The parliamentary group is actively involved in the proceedings concerning the Act on Amendments to the Penal Code (441 SE), participating in its third reading. Their actions are procedural, focusing on exercising the group's rights prior to the vote in order to secure the final preparation time.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position relates to the proceedings concerning the draft act on amending the Constitution (536 SE), where the parliamentary group actively participates in the procedures for voting on amendments. The position is procedural, emphasizing the advancement of legislative work. The group acts cohesively, submitting a request on behalf of the faction.
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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 speaker strongly supports the government’s energy policy, which focuses on developing renewable and nuclear energy to ensure energy security and bring down the price of electricity. The political stance is fiercely protective of the Prime Minister, labeling the motion of no confidence as political theater and an attempt by the opposition to divert attention away from their own corruption scandals. The core framework is policy- and results-driven, emphasizing the improvement of economic growth and competitiveness.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is currently on social welfare issues, specifically the amount of the benefit provided to single pensioners. The speaker adopts a defensive stance, challenging previous claims regarding cuts to the benefit and stressing the necessity of presenting data concerning the actual increase in support. Their approach is results-oriented, seeking confirmation of the government's positive performance record.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance focuses on safeguarding family benefits and expanding earning opportunities for recipients of parental benefits amidst budget cuts. This position is aimed at clarifying the policy, stressing the inviolability of social support payments during the implementation of fiscal measures. The focus is clearly policy-driven and results-oriented.
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2024-09-26
Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's political statement regarding the submission of the draft law on the 2025 state budget.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus rests on two pillars: ensuring security and reforming state finances for the sake of long-term economic growth. The Prime Minister strongly supports increasing defense spending and pursuing a more balanced budgetary strategy that avoids high debt burdens and sudden, sharp tax increases. His approach is outcome-oriented, emphasizing the necessity of eliminating the budget deficit to establish stability.
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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

Political activity is directed toward managing the proceedings in the Riigikogu. The faction is actively dealing with the bill on the agenda, demanding that the proposal of the Isamaa faction be put to a vote. The position is procedural rather than substantive, emphasizing the need for both a vote and a recess.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is heavily directed toward ensuring the safety and well-being of children and youth, framed as a value-based structure that demands specific policy action. The speaker adopts a strong, supportive position regarding child protection, emphasizing the necessity of tackling issues related to both mental and physical security. The primary issues highlighted include the activities of youth gangs, school bullying, and the accessibility of support services.
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The speaker strongly supports the swift adoption of the motor vehicle tax bill, focusing specifically on the amendments returned by the President concerning the equal treatment of persons with disabilities. This position is policy-driven, emphasizing the necessity of making choices and targeting support towards vulnerable groups due to the country's complex economic situation. He/She stresses that the amendments concerning disabled persons are necessary and should not be trivialized.
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2024-06-06
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice to bring the Work Ability Allowance Act into compliance with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political position centers on the necessity of bringing the Work Ability Allowance Act into compliance with the Constitution regarding individuals who have received their final severance pay. The proponent strongly backs the Chancellor of Justice's proposal for resolving this discrepancy. The position is clearly procedural and policy-based, stressing that the immediate priority is amending the law, rather than defining a concrete solution at this stage.
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2024-06-04
Third reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The political position involves strong support for the government’s fiscal discipline and the necessity of streamlining public finances, even when this demands difficult choices. The speaker actively defends the pension policy, refuting the opposition's claims regarding cuts and emphasizing that these decisions are essential for restoring economic growth. Although the speaker acknowledges a personal reluctance concerning the freezing of the tax-exempt minimum for pensions, they deem it a necessary step. The framework of this position is strongly results-oriented and fiscally responsible.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Act Amending the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance is procedural, centered on advancing the work of the Social Affairs Committee concerning the amendments to the Child Protection Act. Emphasis was placed on the necessity of addressing the shortage and burnout among child protection workers, and securing sustainable funding for these services once the EU funds expire. Support for continuing the legislative process of the draft bill was consensual and focused on policy execution.
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2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The political position is strongly results-oriented, focusing on defending and highlighting the achievements of the government's social policy, particularly concerning pension increases, family benefits, and the care reform. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of supporting target groups at risk of poverty, such as pensioners and people with disabilities. The strategic framework is directed toward solving specific issues, for example, providing support to single parents and parents whose parental benefit period has concluded.
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2024-04-10
Second Reading of the Draft Act amending the Health Insurance Act and, in connection therewith, amending other Acts (Prevention of Incapacity for Work) (Bill 377 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The political position expresses strong support for Bill 377 SE, initiated by the Government of the Republic, which focuses on maintaining work capacity and improving social protection. This position is clearly policy and regulation-based, emphasizing the need to give employees the option to work while sick and to reduce the burden of patient co-payments. These changes are considered necessary and highly anticipated, for instance, by the Estonian Chamber of People with Disabilities. The aim of the bill is to improve the situation of those who are long-term ill and parents caring for sick children.
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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 primary political focus is increasing Estonia's birth rate, which is being addressed as a comprehensive issue requiring not only economic support but also a sense of security and certainty. The speaker strongly defends recent government decisions concerning family benefits, highlighting the progress that has been made and contrasting this with simplistic solutions. The political framework is heavily policy- and results-driven, concentrating on the legislative changes that have already been accomplished.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Health Insurance Act and Consequently Amendments to Other Acts (Prevention of Incapacity for Work) (Bill 377 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political focus centers on social and healthcare reform, specifically the prevention of work incapacity and the expansion of care benefits for older adults. Both speakers endorse the proposed amendments, recognizing their necessity, yet simultaneously highlighting the requirement for comprehensive, holistic solutions. The overall approach is highly policy- and solution-oriented, concentrating on strengthening the social safety net.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus, within the framework of the education reform, is on changing the start time of the school day, supporting a considered shift to a later hour (e.g., 9 AM). This position is motivated by concerns related to children's health and well-being, such as shortened sleep time and skipping breakfast. This is primarily a value-based and policy-directing issue centered on improving the daily routine of children.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the Riigikogu's statement regarding the return of children forcibly deported by Russia to Ukraine. This political position is value-based and humanitarian in focus, emphasizing the expectation of unanimous support for the declaration within the Riigikogu.
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