By Plenary Sessions: Õnne Pillak
Total Sessions: 29
Fully Profiled: 29
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
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2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates authority in the field of national finance and budgetary policy by utilizing specific deficit and cut percentages, as well as concrete financial metrics (e.g., 5.2%, 4.5%, and €1.4 billion in cuts). Particular emphasis is placed on the speaker's knowledge regarding defense expenditures (exceeding €10 billion over a four-year period) and the impact of the tax burden. Details concerning the effects of pension indexation and the elimination of the tax hump are also provided.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of national defense financing and macroeconomics, utilizing specific figures and percentages (e.g., defense expenditures exceeding 50% of GDP, 10 billion euros over a four-year period). He/She relies on the Bank of Estonia's economic forecast to substantiate positive trends (economic growth, wage increases, decreasing unemployment).
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The analysis has focused on the details of the Rail Baltic project, presenting data regarding financing, the pace of construction, and the land acquisition strategy. It utilizes specific economic indicators, such as the projected 661 million euros in tax revenue and 31.8 thousand man-years of jobs created. The findings stem from close communication with representatives of the Ministry of Climate and Rail Baltic Estonia OÜ during committee discussions.
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker expresses interest in macroeconomic policy and state intervention measures, seeking advice on actions that promote economic growth. No specific data, statistics, or technical terminology is provided; instead, the focus is on obtaining strategic political counsel.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of national defense, focusing on specific voluntary structures such as the Defence League (Kaitseliit) and the Women’s Voluntary Defence Organization (Naiskodukaitse). Relevant terminology is employed, such as "will to defend" and "enhancing defense capability," which indicates an awareness of the defense structure and the organizations' roles. The expertise is specifically aimed at evaluating the contribution of volunteers and their mutual cooperation.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates competence in the organization of work and agenda management of the Riigikogu, frequently offering procedural clarifications. Their substantive expertise is evident in the healthcare sector, where they submitted a draft bill on behalf of the Social Affairs Committee to amend the formation and management of the state healthcare reserve.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrated expertise in regulatory reforms and reducing bureaucracy, citing the specific number of 202 government decisions. Separate emphasis was placed on their knowledge of sustainability reporting, mentioning its two-year postponement and the stance taken at the European level regarding its voluntary nature.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding national highway infrastructure, focusing on specific projects such as the Tallinn–Pärnu and Tallinn–Tartu highways. He uses the technical term "four-lane road" and asks detailed questions about the project timelines, which suggests a thorough engagement with the practical aspects of the subject.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of European Union level regulations and Estonian legislative procedures, focusing on sustainability reporting requirements. He/She is up-to-date with the schedule for the government's positions (the position was sent out at the beginning of the month) and knows that discussions regarding mandatory versus voluntary implementation are already underway at the European level. He/She also refers to specific government decisions (108 decisions) aimed at stimulating the economy.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of social issues, particularly regarding women's discrimination and the social burden they carry. They highlight specific examples of intimate partner violence and the situation of single parents, defining the latter precisely (only one parent is listed on the child's birth certificate).
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in evaluating the Riigikogu's internal rules and management skills, highlighting the candidate's professionalism, focus on solutions, and ability to take all MPs into account. The expertise is primarily directed toward assessing the quality and procedures of parliamentary work.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
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2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The highest level of expertise is evident in the field of energy policy and economics, where emphasis is placed on export capacity, competition, and the technical necessity of diversifying energy sources. Detailed arguments are presented concerning the inefficiency and environmental damage caused by oil shale, noting its toxic effect on the soil and groundwater of Ida-Virumaa. Knowledge of the decision-making process is also demonstrated, referencing 18 government discussions regarding the future of energy.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financial changes affecting social welfare benefits, particularly the support payment for single-living pensioners. They are demanding specific data concerning the increase in the allowance to avoid confusion during the discussion. The expertise is aimed at clarifying social expenditures and their historical dynamics.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of social policy, specifically focusing on child allowances and the parental benefit system. Precise terminology such as "cuts," "child benefits," and "parental benefit" is used, which indicates a detailed grasp of social security mechanisms. This expertise is further evidenced by the ability to pose clarifying questions regarding complex social entitlements.
2024-09-26
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of public finance and defense expenditures, presenting precise figures (e.g., 6.35 billion for defense spending and 1.6 billion for the procurement of ammunition). He/She relies on economic forecasts, citing the Bank of Estonia, which projects 2% economic growth for the next year. The expertise is also evident in the details regarding investment sources (CO2 quotas) and cost-saving mechanisms (10% across ministries).
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
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2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the social sector, particularly concerning issues affecting children and youth (bullying, access to support services, and developmental challenges). This knowledge stems from their work on the Social Commission, where they have developed solutions aimed at improving the lives of families with children. Their expertise is further supported by the use of specific examples (such as assaults on Tallinn streets and school bullying).
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise in the social sector, particularly concerning benefits and compensation for assistive devices for people with disabilities. Precise numerical data is presented regarding the increase in allowances (e.g., the allowance for children with severe disabilities rising from 161 euros to 180 euros) and one-off relief measures. Complex choices are explained (tax exemption versus broad-based support), and inter-ministerial cooperation is referenced.
2024-06-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the work procedures of the Social Affairs Committee and the handling of the Chancellor of Justice's proposals within the Riigikogu. This specialized knowledge relates to the Work Ability Allowance Act and issues of constitutional conformity, highlighting the procedural details and the institutions involved.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the social and financial sectors, presenting precise statistical data regarding pension increases and the size of the average pension (e.g., 17%, 10%, 774 euros, forecast 826 euros). He/She is well acquainted with the rationale behind the income tax-free minimum and its freezing, justifying these decisions based on economic necessity. He/She uses facts to refute the opposition's claims.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of child protection and social services, particularly concerning alternative care and the organization of professional staff. They possess knowledge of funding mechanisms (including EU funds and the state budget) and official oversight procedures. Specific technical solutions are cited, such as the development of STAR and other registries to improve information exchange.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of social policy, particularly regarding the details of family benefits, pensions, and the care reform. Specific financial figures are cited (e.g., a €222 pension increase, €60 million allocated for the care reform) along with the precise effective dates of the legislation (July 2024). This knowledge encompasses support for children and families, as well as services for the elderly and people with disabilities (availability of assistive devices, rehabilitation services).
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates thorough expertise regarding the amendments to the Health Insurance and Social Tax Acts, detailing both the content of the draft bill and the opinions of various stakeholders. He explains technical aspects, such as the expansion of the social tax benefit and the reduction of the patient co-payment burden for pharmaceuticals. This expertise is also evident in the reasoned justifications provided for why certain proposals (e.g., the possibility of earlier employment) were rejected (citing the need for medical resources).
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in social policy and the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), serving as a representative of the Social Affairs Committee. They utilize specific terminology and data (e.g., sickness care benefit based on actual income, a fertility rate of 1.4) and reference detailed legislative amendments (such as extending the care benefit to 60 days). Furthermore, the speaker highlights the global trend of low birth rates, citing examples from Latvia, Italy, and Japan.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of social insurance and healthcare management, detailing the conditions for the use of the partial work disability certificate and its financing aspects. Particular attention is paid to cooperation issues between general practitioners and occupational health physicians, questions of competence, and the specific rules governing the remuneration of e-consultations. This expertise also encompasses the post-analysis of implemented measures and the planning for the utilization of EU structural funds.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding trends in children's behavioral habits and sleep duration, referencing a review by the National Institute for Health Development (TAI). The expertise involves interpreting health data within the social and education fields, highlighting the trend of shortening sleep duration and the decrease in the number of children eating breakfast.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of humanitarian aid logistics, inquiring about specific tools and resources that would assist in the repatriation of Ukrainian children. The emphasis is placed on state support mechanisms for NGOs and the enhancement of existing solutions (e.g., interviewing children who have been successfully recovered).