By Months: Õnne Pillak
Total Months: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
11.2025
6 Speeches
The legislative focus is procedural, centering on the management of the Riigikogu's agenda and the schedule of its sittings. The speaker is opposed to the proposal to change the placement of agenda item 19, thereby supporting the retention of the existing procedural schedule.
10.2025
14 Speeches
The primary legislative focus is the adoption of next year’s state budget, which includes increasing national defense spending and abolishing the tax kink. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of the budget, stressing that public sector salary increases will be achieved on the back of additional cuts (a total of 10% in cuts over three years).
09.2025
23 Speeches
The main legislative priorities include the state budget—dubbed the security and prosperity budget—and the continuation of the Rail Baltic project. The speaker is a strong proponent and presenter of the government's policy, emphasizing the sharp increase in defense spending and the abolition of the tax hump. He/She opposes the proposed amendments to the agenda project on behalf of the Reform Party.
06.2025
5 Speeches
The legislative focus is on reducing bureaucracy and changing regulations that hinder entrepreneurship, regarding which the government has already made 202 decisions. Additionally, expedited procedures are being supported so that crucial steps for entrepreneurs can be implemented faster, and the need to accelerate the construction of national highways is being emphasized.
05.2025
2 Speeches
The legislative focus is aimed at streamlining the legal framework, preventing it from being cluttered with unnecessary or duplicate bills. The speaker actively supports abolishing the mandatory requirement for sustainability reporting (making it voluntary) and backs postponing the reporting obligation for two years.
04.2025
1 Speeches
The legislative focus is currently directed toward supporting a specific bill slated for a vote, which aims to safeguard women and prevent discrimination. The speaker is a vocal proponent of this bill, emphasizing its importance as an indicator of society's value system.
03.2025
4 Speeches
The legislative focus is on procedural matters and the elections of the Riigikogu's governing bodies. The speaker is an active initiator of procedures, requesting votes on proposed amendments and calling for recesses on behalf of the parliamentary group. A significant priority is the election of the Deputy Speaker of the Riigikogu.
02.2025
4 Speeches
The main legislative focus is on energy, supporting the government's plan to diversify energy production and join the network of nuclear nations. The speaker confirms that crucial energy debates will soon reach the Riigikogu, where the parliamentary majority will be able to approve the decision. The speaker is a strong supporter and defender of the government’s energy agenda.