By Agendas: Siim Pohlak

Total Agendas: 112

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2025-09-22
Inquiry regarding a naval operation (no. 784) that failed and ended with the risk of military confrontation.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker is strongly opposed to tax hikes (car tax, VAT), arguing that they will deepen the economic recession, increase unemployment, and damage the business environment. They advocate for shifting the tax burden onto financial capital, demanding the taxation of major banks' extraordinary profits. To finance national defense investments, a targeted issuance of government bonds is preferred over a cascade of tax increases, emphasizing the necessity of tax stability.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-05-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Economic views are strongly focused on tax reduction (lowering the VAT rate from 22% to 20%) to stimulate the economy, mitigate inflation, and boost purchasing power. Tax hikes are opposed, with the argument that they damage entrepreneurship, decrease competitiveness, and ultimately result in lower tax revenues in the long term. A fairer tax system is supported, given that value-added tax disproportionately burdens lower-income individuals.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Economic viewpoints are opposed to the mass importation of cheap labor, which is considered a damaging experiment for the Estonian economy. Emphasis is placed on the need to solve real problems, rather than engaging in trials that repeat the mistakes of Western Europe.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The prevailing economic views favor merit-based hiring and are strongly opposed to regulation, particularly concerning gender quotas. Concern is voiced that the regulatory burden is expanding beyond publicly traded companies to encompass standard private limited companies (LLCs) and joint-stock companies (JSCs). There is support for natural market processes and opposition to government interference in corporate governance decisions.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act (594 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic policy is heavily focused on lowering taxes, specifically bringing fuel excise duties down to zero, with the aim of achieving fuel prices below one euro. The objective is to favor entrepreneurship and stimulate economic growth, as high excise taxes are viewed as an impediment.
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic perspective strongly opposes tax increases, stressing that high VAT and labor taxes are the primary drivers of inflation and rising business costs in Estonia. They advocate for a more competitive market and sharply criticize the concentration and constriction of the market.
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are critical of the financial consequences of the green transition, which have led to instability and energy poverty. Doubts are being raised about the profitability of wind energy producers and the fair operation of the stock market, citing a contradiction with conventional business logic.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

No data available.
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2025-04-17
Draft Law Amending the Value Added Tax Act (593 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

It focuses on tax policy, emphasizing the need to find solutions regarding the issue of VAT on foodstuffs. This indicates concern about the impact of this tax on consumers or the food sector.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Economic viewpoints support the strategic redirection of investments—billions, specifically—away from wind energy subsidies and toward domestic oil shale and improved technologies. The objective is to achieve lower prices and support the interests of Estonian companies by prioritizing domestic production.
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2025-04-16
Social law

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Economic perspectives emphasize the need for state support and tax incentives for large families, contrasting this with burdensome taxes imposed by the government (such as the car tax). The criticism highlights favoritism shown to business circles ("wind farm entrepreneurs") at the expense of social justice, demanding state intervention to improve the economic situation of families.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The speaker supports large national investments (2.5–3 billion euros), but demands that these funds be channeled into dispatchable capacities that ensure stability. He criticizes the current support scheme, which, in his estimation, leads to inefficient expenditure and continuously high electricity prices. Preference is given to investments that guarantee constant and stable electricity production.
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2025-03-20
Draft law (583 SE) for the first reading regarding 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, paragraph 1, of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views emphasize that the governing bodies of companies should be appointed solely on the basis of competence. The speaker is strongly opposed to any regulation that would mandate the implementation of identity-based quotas in the name of advancing the economy, viewing this as a threat to economic efficiency.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The economic views expressed are strongly pro-business, emphasizing that high energy prices represent the biggest bottleneck facing the economy. The speaker argues that cheap electricity would enable manufacturing companies to pay their employees higher wages, as they would have more disposable income left over. He criticizes the government's economic policy, calling it destructive to entrepreneurship.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is too little data.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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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

Economic outlooks stress the importance of a competitive business environment, where the price of electricity must remain low (4–5 cents/kWh). The speaker is advocating for the interests of businesses, warning that high energy prices (40–50 cents/kWh) will worsen the overall state of the economy and force companies to shut down.
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2025-02-12
The situation in the country

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Economic views emphasize the urgent need to control the price of electricity to ensure the viability of Estonian businesses and the general public's ability to cope. There is a critical stance toward expensive (€2.5 billion) and irrational large-scale projects, stressing that investment money ultimately comes "out of someone's pocket." Stability and cost control are prioritized.
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2025-01-29
Subsistence Benefit

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal discipline and the necessity of controlling state expenditures, particularly in the area of social benefits. Concerns are voiced that a large amount of money is being spent on aiding refugees without adequate oversight, indicating a desire to prevent the misuse of public funds.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

Economic views are strongly free-market and pro-tax cuts, emphasizing that lowering taxes benefits the consumer. They oppose state intervention and economic models reliant on subsidies, preferring instead to create an economic environment where people can thrive without government aid. Current government policies are viewed as driving businesses into bankruptcy.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The economic views are strongly market-oriented: they support lowering taxes and stimulating entrepreneurship to achieve economic growth. They are convinced that tax hikes reduce the amount of money circulating in the economy, thereby harming competitiveness and the capacity for investment. They demand that state expenditures be brought under control and cut, rather than taking money out of the pockets of car owners.
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2025-01-22
Value-Added Tax on Foodstuffs

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The speaker strongly supports lowering taxes, particularly reducing the VAT on foodstuffs to 5%, in order to alleviate the public's problems with rising prices. Concern is expressed over the increasing cost of essential goods (food, energy, vehicle ownership), which is attributed to the actions of the government.
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2025-01-15
Electricity supply

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The speaker is concerned about the dysfunctional electricity exchange and the resulting extremely high prices. Immediate measures and intervention are being demanded from the government to control market prices, prioritizing consumer protection over market self-regulation in a crisis situation.
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2025-01-13
Inquiry regarding the court budget reduction plan (no. 669)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are critical of the current government's fiscal policy, opposing both tax hikes and sweeping cuts. Particular emphasis is placed on the opposition to cutting the courts' budget, and questions are being asked about the origin of the mandate for these cuts.
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2025-01-13
Request for information regarding the restoration and resilience plan and the use of oil shale (no. 668)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly focused on protecting and promoting domestic industry (the oil shale sector). The speaker opposes raising the tax burden in the oil shale sector, arguing that it reduces the competitiveness of companies and the attractiveness of investments. He supports directing funds toward researching and making oil shale cleaner, and directly links current policy to the economic recession.
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2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker expresses skepticism regarding the economic arguments the government might use to justify building wind farms nearby, pointing specifically to a minister's hint that "money will come and everything will be great." The priority is the residents' well-being, health, and preventing technical disturbances, rather than prioritizing economic gain.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker is strongly opposed to tax increases, arguing that they make life more difficult and expensive for the majority. They support plugging the budget deficit by cutting government expenditures, bureaucracy, and corruption, rather than by raising family benefits or increasing taxes. They favor policies that support economic growth and the survival of businesses.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The economic platform is strongly opposed to tax increases, stressing that new taxes will ruin the already declining economy and the business sector. The speaker defends entrepreneurs and working people, accusing the government of excessive bureaucracy and taking on commitments it cannot afford. They advocate for a people-centric economic policy—one that does not tax people into poverty—and stand against nearly 20 proposed tax hikes.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

No data available
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2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker is adamantly opposed to regulations, arguing that climate restrictions and limitations have a "crippling" negative impact on the Estonian economy. They favor freedom of economic activity, given that Estonia’s contribution to global CO2 is, in their assessment, negligible. The speaker criticizes regulations that damage the economy without creating a proportional environmental benefit.
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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

Information regarding economic positions (taxes, regulation, trade) is not apparent from the speeches.
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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

Not enough data.
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2024-11-12
Second reading of the bill (457 SE) amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts in connection therewith (restructuring the State Real Estate Enterprise into the State Real Estate and Cadastre Enterprise)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Supports strict fiscal discipline and sharply criticizes government spending on administrative restructuring, demanding the precise disclosure of costs. It considers official promises of reduced operational costs within five to six years implausible due to inflation, hinting that cost reduction would require massive layoffs.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives focus on the balance between domestic consumption and the loss of workdays. The speaker investigates whether adding public holidays is a measure that tends to curb economic growth or one that stimulates domestic consumption (through shopping and cafes). He emphasizes the clear definition of the economic consequences of the policy.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The economic perspective supports the suspension or withdrawal of Rail Baltic funding until the circumstances are clear, citing the need to avoid spending money on a project that is deemed to have failed. Furthermore, concern is expressed that the project is being continued solely in anticipation of personal gain.
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic's Government to lower the value-added tax on foodstuffs to 5 percent" (492 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

We don't have enough information. While there is an ongoing debate about lowering the VAT on foodstuffs (492 OE), the speaker does not express a stance on tax policy or economic growth.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are firmly opposed to tax increases, stressing that the car tax raises business costs, restricts investment, and damages the competitiveness of the Estonian economy. Budgetary problems should be solved by reducing bureaucracy and fighting corruption, rather than by introducing additional taxes. It is emphasized that tax increases are cooling down the Estonian economy, which has already been in decline for the third consecutive year.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

There is too little data.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Economic views are strongly supportive of entrepreneurship and opposed to tax hikes, warning against the negative consequences of a rapid succession of tax increases. The necessity of considering input from entrepreneurs is stressed in order to avoid economic blunders and halt the closure of companies. The preference is for policies that promote economic growth and avoid regulation.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives suggest an expectation that the government should be capable of directing and influencing the economy, particularly concerning issues vital to consumers, such as electricity prices. The speaker criticizes the government's passivity in managing the economic environment, clearly favoring more active intervention on behalf of consumers.
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2024-10-22
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives advocate for state intervention through taxation to collect the banking sector's extraordinary profits and supplement the national budget. Fiscal benefit is prioritized over the interests of the banking sector, emphasizing that the tax does not necessarily have to worsen lending conditions.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding Tax Increases (No. 647)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases, emphasizing the need to protect the business environment and prevent bankruptcies, especially among small and medium-sized enterprises. Fiscal discipline is supported, and previous wasteful spending is criticized. To fund national defense investments, targeted government bonds are preferred over a cascade of tax increases.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The economic platform focuses on shifting the tax burden onto large corporations and banks, specifically calling for a windfall profit tax on revenues generated by the rise in Euribor. The speaker is against tax hikes on essential commodities (food, electricity, fuel) and opposes increasing the bureaucratic load on small businesses. The current fiscal policy is viewed as detrimental to purchasing power and undermining investment confidence.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives emphasize the financial hardship faced by Estonian people and businesses, running counter to the government's optimistic economic overview. The speaker is concerned about the business environment and demands proof that the economic situation is genuinely improving.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

No data available.
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2024-09-16
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (321 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

There is not enough data.
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2024-09-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

No direct economic views (taxation, regulations) are presented, but there is criticism of policies that forcibly direct mothers into the workforce ("mothers to the collective farm"). This suggests a preference for supporting families in a way that does not require maximum state labor force participation.
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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.

Economic views are highly critical of the government's fiscal and social policies, which have resulted in a quarter of the population having to borrow money just to cover daily expenses. The position emphasizes the necessity of better safeguarding people's financial security and criticizes the government's failure to ensure it.
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2024-09-11
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Family Benefits Act (329 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

A concern is expressed regarding the fiscal impact of social spending, particularly when benefits are deemed "excessively large." This indicates a cautious attitude toward the generous distribution of social benefits, which could lead to negative consequences.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-09-11
Government economic policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases, deeming them ineffective and detrimental to resolving the economic crisis. Instead, they advocate for the opposite approach: freezing or lowering taxes, or shifting the tax burden onto the financial sector to stimulate economic growth.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

Insufficient data
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes, stressing that you don't tax your way to wealth and that resources and reserves are depleted. They support promoting domestic entrepreneurship, reducing bureaucracy, and fighting corruption to ensure economic growth. Government spending on bureaucracy is considered excessive and a threat to the nation's finances.
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2024-06-10
Interpellation regarding the non-taxation of banks' extraordinary profits (No. 615)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic views support the redistribution of the tax burden, demanding the taxation of large banks' extraordinary profits to alleviate the burden on private individuals. The speaker opposes increases in broad-based consumption taxes (VAT on food) and vehicle taxation, emphasizing the need to support borrowers and improve purchasing power.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The politician is strongly opposed to tax hikes, arguing that they (including the car tax, excise duties, and state fees) will drive the economy into a slump and increase unemployment. He advocates for alternative taxation methods, such as a solidarity tax on banks and taxing international internet giants, in order to protect domestic capital.
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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.

Insufficient data.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (395 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic not to Recognize the Results of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data.
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

Economic perspectives highlight the vitality of small businesses and stress the need for active government intervention to support them, rather than simply relying on forecasts. There is criticism directed at the political uncertainty and the 'hysterical atmosphere' that impedes economic growth. The speaker strongly advocates for the interests of the business community, particularly SMEs.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for the Implementation of the Digital Services Tax in Estonia" (408 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives emphasize the necessity of taxing large global corporations that funnel untaxed profits out of Estonia. There is strong opposition to implementing increases in excise duties, VAT, and other tax hikes that place a burden on local residents. Furthermore, the prioritization of domestic entrepreneurship and its protection from state tax pressure are advocated.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

A tax cut (specifically, VAT on fruits and vegetables) is supported as an essential measure to bolster domestic production and consumers. There is strong opposition to the government's tax hikes, which have resulted in the depletion of people's savings and increased debt burdens. The necessity of easing the financial burden on households is emphasized.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic views are strongly state-centric and protectionist, requiring that strategic mineral resources and energy production remain under state ownership. The objective is to ensure that economic revenue serves the Estonian state and its people, rather than flowing out of Estonia through private capital.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-05-08
The political situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The prevailing economic views are firmly opposed to tax hikes, particularly when these increases are intended to plug budget deficits while simultaneously eliminating the tax bracket that benefits high earners (those making 4000+ euros). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of shielding the purchasing power of the middle class (earning 2000–3000 euros) from the government’s aggressive tax spree. The proposed car tax, soda tax, and increases in state fees are criticized as unjust measures.
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2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Lack of data
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2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives are tied to government spending, specifically supporting concrete budgetary appropriations necessary for the continued operation of foreign missions. This stance signals support for funding governmental functions even when carried out overseas.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes, especially given the current economic climate, arguing that this protects both businesses and consumers. They consider the logic of taxing harmful goods dangerous and an endless revenue stream, which inevitably leads to over-regulation and the restriction of personal freedom.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

These economic views emphasize social protection and oppose policies that would lead to a decline in the financial well-being of pensioners and large families. The speaker supports maintaining current benefits and rejects measures that would force people to sell their assets just to cover their living costs.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The economic views expressed are strongly opposed to tax increases, including criticism of state fees, excise duties, and the elimination of the tax bracket. They demand cost cutting and criticize the allocation of money toward raising officials' salaries and supporting ideological NGOs. Emphasis is placed on the need to protect domestic small businesses and address the tax-free repatriation of profits by foreign large capital.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding the conflict between the motor vehicle tax and the Constitution and European Union law (No. 623)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Opposes the introduction of new taxes and the raising of excise duties, viewing this as an unfair burden on vehicle owners that also increases the costs associated with spare parts. It advocates for fiscal transparency, demanding that tax revenue (excise duty) be allocated to its originally promised purpose (road repair).
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

No data available.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2024-04-10
State Budget Revenues and Expenditures

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

Strongly supports fiscal discipline and covering the deficit through expenditure cuts, rather than by introducing new taxes. It opposes the abolition of the tax hump as an unnecessary and costly measure during a deficit.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning interference in the internal affairs of Hungary (No. 570)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2024-03-20
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The economic platform focuses on cutting politicians' costs and ensuring more responsible use of public funds, particularly during an economic crisis. He/She criticizes government policies that exacerbate poverty (such as cuts affecting pensioners) while simultaneously favoring high-income earners (through the abolition of the progressive tax bracket).
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Data is scarce.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the VAT Rate on Cancer Medicines" (277 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic considerations advocate for a targeted tax cut (reducing VAT on cancer medications to 5%) and state intervention via the establishment of support mechanisms. The objective is to utilize fiscal policy both to address a social issue and to enhance the availability of pharmaceuticals.
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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 to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

Economic views are strongly geared towards lowering taxes during the crisis, particularly on essential goods, in order to mitigate inflation and help businesses stay afloat. This position advocates for cutting state budget expenditures on unnecessary projects and reducing bureaucracy to find the necessary budgetary coverage for the tax reduction. Furthermore, the current policy is criticized for unfairly favoring the wealthier population and large foreign corporations.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 289 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

Lack of data
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2024-03-11
Interpellation Concerning the Negative Impacts of the Motor Vehicle Tax on Families with Children (No. 602)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker emphasizes the need for precise budgetary calculations and explores the possibility of targeted tax incentives. He/She asks what the cost to the state budget would be if families with four or more children were exempted from the car tax, stressing the importance of targeted tax relief.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Strong economic opposition is focused on tax hikes and the rising cost of living associated with climate measures. Climate policy is viewed as a direct economic burden that yields no substantial benefit.
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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

Economic perspectives address the impact of the budget crisis on educational institutions, emphasizing that local authorities are being forced to close school levels due to insufficient state support. This points to the position that the state should ensure adequate funding to maintain these educational institutions.
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2024-03-04
Inquiry regarding the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life (No. 268)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Lack of data
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax (No. 610)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly opposed to taxes and fees that make ownership (e.g., vehicles) too expensive and restrictive. The priority is maintaining people's purchasing power and the freedom of ownership, while criticizing the government's "consume, and if you can't afford to pay, then don't consume" mentality.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the rise in the cost of living in Estonia (No. 599)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives are firmly opposed to tax hikes, arguing that such measures allegedly stifle domestic consumption and negatively impact the overall business climate. Emphasis is placed on concerns regarding the drop in purchasing power and industrial production, signaling worries about economic growth and the welfare of the populace.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The text supports the redistribution of the tax burden, calling for the taxation of banks and large capital to ease the financial load on small businesses and individuals. It deems the current income tax system unfair because it fosters a competitive advantage for large corporations and encourages market monopolization. The necessity of protecting national capital and small entrepreneurship is highlighted.
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2024-02-22
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives emphasize the necessity of protecting municipal assets and regulating their sale, specifically opposing the actions of businessmen who acquire property for ridiculously low prices. This stance advocates for stricter fiscal discipline and greater transparency in the economic transactions undertaken by the local government.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives are heavily geared toward easing the tax burden, specifically by demanding a reduction in VAT on food items to boost people's purchasing power and mitigate unfair taxation. The speaker stresses the importance of considering consumer welfare and wage levels when formulating tax policy.
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2024-02-21
Second reading of the Draft Act on the Approval of Amendments to Article 1 and Article 12, Subsection 1, of the Agreement Establishing the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (Bill 352 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives stress the necessity of channeling state funds toward supporting domestic financial institutions and safeguarding internal stability. Criticism is expressed regarding spending directed overseas when domestic economic assistance is insufficient.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes, especially those affecting ordinary people who are being impoverished by these increases. They support taxing the extraordinary profits of the banking sector, particularly foreign major banks, in order to fund the budget. The Reform Party is criticized for creating a massive budget deficit.
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2024-02-14
Privatization of enterprises

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The economic perspective expresses strong caution regarding the privatization of nationally critical infrastructure. The primary concern is the potential increase in consumer costs (specifically network tariffs and service fees), which indicates a clear preference for consumer protection and price stability maintained through state control.
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2024-02-14
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The economic platform focuses on reducing the tax burden on consumers (including opposition to the car tax) and taxing large profits, particularly the interest earnings of major foreign banks. We emphasize fiscal fairness and criticize government decisions that create long-term deficits for the state budget (such as accelerated dividend payouts). Financial relief for the people of Estonia is prioritized over the interests of big capital.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker supports redistributing the tax burden by heavily taxing under-taxed foreign large capital, aiming to revitalize the Estonian economy and boost domestic investment. He criticizes the current system where the bulk of the tax burden falls on labor taxes while capital remains untaxed. He supports the liberalization of the second pension pillar, viewing it as the correct decision that helped people protect their savings from inflation.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Tax Act (Bill 202 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The economic perspective supports lowering excise duties, specifically the reduction of the excise duty on light heating oil. This signals a favorable approach to targeted tax relief and the reduction of the economic burden.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 123 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic views are leaning toward lowering taxes, supporting a reduction in the fuel excise tax. This points to a desire to lessen the national tax burden for consumers and businesses.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the taxation of the populace through inflation (No. 317)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker is vehemently opposed to tax hikes, particularly during the period of economic recovery, arguing that they would fuel inflation and cool down the economy. He advocates for supporting businesses by creating a two-year buffer to allow them to recover from the crisis, prioritizing stability and recovery over the immediate boosting of budget revenue.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker is strongly opposed to tax hikes, especially when they are cumulative and unjust, and criticizes the government for severely overtaxing its citizens. They advocate for an equitable tax system and express concern about the financial burden placed on the individual, both before and during the process of car ownership.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on the budgetary accountability of major infrastructure projects and the need to fulfill costly obligations undertaken toward the European Union. It is emphasized that the completion of the four-lane construction of Via Baltica is necessary to avoid future fines and compliance orders.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation regarding the Development Plan for the Environmental Sector 2030 (No. 492)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives are linked to the need for infrastructure planning and investment to ensure a smooth technological transition (EVs). The necessity of state intervention and modeling is emphasized to prevent future costs arising from an inadequate network.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2024-01-17
Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (211 SE), First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Although the subject is the amendment of the Income Tax Act, pointing toward a fiscal policy focus, the speech fails to present any detailed stance on taxation, expenditures, or economic growth. Insufficient data.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (109 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The economic views clearly favor reducing the tax burden, stressing the principle that the state cannot tax itself into prosperity. The objective is to change the income tax rate, which signals a desire to stimulate economic growth through reduced taxation.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is no data regarding taxes, expenditures, or economic growth positions. The topic under discussion concerns the logistical security of trade and consumer protection when handling packages.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal responsibility and strict cost control concerning major national projects, expressing strong opposition to the uncontrolled cost overruns associated with Rail Baltic. There is visible concern that the costs of RB are hindering the development of other crucial infrastructure projects (Via Baltica), pointing to the necessity of establishing cost-effective priorities.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic perspectives indirectly touch upon the priorities of social benefits and state spending, specifically criticizing the sharp reduction in support for large families. This suggests an endorsement of social measures designed to boost the birth rate.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
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