By Agendas: Siim Pohlak

Total Agendas: 112

Fully Profiled: 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

The focus is at the national level, covering government activities, public trust among the Estonian people, and naval operations related to state security. There is no mention of a specific regional or local focus.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is clearly on the national level, addressing the Estonian economy, tax burden, and the business environment more broadly. The international context is utilized to provide examples (like the Lithuanian model for bank taxation) and to position Estonia's economic recession within European rankings. Specific local or regional topics are not covered.
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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

The speaker cites the Viljandi Folk Festival as an example, which demonstrates an awareness of regional cultural events and their significance. This regional focus is used to illustrate the broader legislative implications.
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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.

The focus is on the national economy and international comparisons, particularly concerning neighboring countries (Latvia, Finland, Sweden) that have lowered taxes to stimulate economic growth. Concern is highlighted regarding Estonia potentially becoming the most expensive country in the Baltic Sea region, citing cross-border shopping in Latvia and Finland as a prime example.
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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.

The focus is on the Estonian national level (the Estonian economy, competitiveness) and international comparison, using examples from Western Europe and Malmö as a cautionary tale.
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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 focus is on national legislation and corporate governance, broadly impacting the Estonian economic environment. The railway sector is mentioned as an example, but there is no specific regional or local emphasis.
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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

The focus is on the national level (Estonian enterprise, road maintenance) and the international level (European Union excise duty rates and applying for a derogation). The aim is to improve the Estonian business environment through lower fuel prices.
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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 focus is at the national level (Estonian prices, Estonian taxes, Estonian market) and in the context of the European Union (directive, common market). Specific local or regional problems are not mentioned.
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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

A strong regional focus is placed on local communities and their dissatisfaction, highlighting the Kose municipal council's decision to say "no" to special wind energy planning. Emphasis is placed on protecting local autonomy and resisting the imposition of centralized energy decisions.
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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

The focus is on Estonia's national security issues, particularly concerning e-voting and the potential for interference by a hostile state. The situation is also analyzed within a broader international context, referencing other developed countries that have abandoned e-voting.
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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

There is not enough data.
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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

The focus is at the national level, emphasizing the interests of the Estonian people and businesses. Regionally, the emphasis is placed on establishing decentralized electricity generation via a network of combined heat and power (CHP) plants throughout Estonia, specifically noting the creation of these plants in various settlements.
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2025-04-16
Social law

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is at the national level (the Estonian people and large families), coupled with international comparisons with European countries, in order to justify sociopolitical demands. There is a lack of specific attention paid to local or regional problems within Estonia.
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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 regional focus is on distributed energy generation throughout Estonia, providing local municipalities with the opportunity to modernize heating systems using combined heat and power (CHP) plants. Emphasis is also placed on modernizing the oil shale energy sector, signaling attention to traditional industrial regions. Furthermore, distributed solutions are deemed crucial for security considerations.
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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

The focus is on promoting the Estonian economy and expressing concern that Estonia might implement policies similar to those adopted by other international, "progressive countries."
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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

The focus is on the national and international levels, addressing the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation, as well as border policy.
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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 focus is national, centering on the general issues facing the Estonian economy and business sector, as well as the national immigration quota. Specific regional projects or communities are not mentioned.
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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

The focus is on Estonia's national birth rate problem, but in the search for solutions, attention is being paid to international examples. Specifically, Hungary is highlighted as a European country that has achieved demographic success.
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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

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the political organization of Estonian territory and the Estonian nation, as well as citizens' rights within a national context.
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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 focus is clearly nationwide, addressing the impact of electricity prices on the entire Estonian economy, its people, and businesses. Specific regional topics or local projects are not mentioned.
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2025-02-12
The situation in the country

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly national, emphasizing the impact of the electricity price on the livelihood of Estonian people and on Estonian business as a whole. Specific regional projects or communities are not mentioned.
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2025-01-29
Subsistence Benefit

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the national social support system, but the context includes an international dimension, referring to the movement of temporary protection beneficiaries between Finland and Sweden. There is no specific Estonian regional focus.
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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.

The focus is on the national economic environment, specifically the issues of unemployment and bankruptcies in Estonia. Furthermore, international comparisons are drawn with the VAT practices on foodstuffs in other European countries (Germany, Spain).
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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 focus is clearly on the national level, addressing the broader issues concerning the Estonian economy and the livelihood of its people. The international context is also mentioned, highlighting the tax reduction trends in Europe and America aimed at stimulating the economy.
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2025-01-22
Value-Added Tax on Foodstuffs

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, addressing the livelihood challenges and tax burden faced by Estonian residents. International comparison is also used to highlight Estonia's unjust position among European countries that have the highest VAT rates on food products.
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2025-01-15
Electricity supply

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is clearly national, addressing the security of the electricity grid and the price of electricity across the whole of Estonia, which affects every Estonian person. The necessity of disconnecting from the Russian system is mentioned, which gives the issue an international security dimension.
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2025-01-13
Inquiry regarding the court budget reduction plan (no. 669)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, addressing the government's fiscal policy, tax hikes, and budget reductions for the court system. There are no specific regional or local issues being discussed.
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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

The focus is at the national level (Estonian economy, energy security), but the emphasis on preserving and researching oil shale energy indirectly highlights the importance of the industry in Ida-Virumaa. The European context is also mentioned, citing the bankruptcies of renewable energy producers to support the utilization of domestic raw materials.
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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 focus is clearly regional, highlighting a specific case in Kose Parish, where the state intends to designate an area near a large local settlement for the placement of wind turbines. The speaker represents the concerns of the residents in their immediate community and asks how local people can halt the process.
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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 focus is on national economic problems and the overall well-being of the Estonian people. International issues are also mentioned, specifically concerning the hundreds of millions of euros being sent abroad and the immigrants who are burdening the state's systems.
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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 focus is primarily on the national level (the Estonian economy, the state budget) and international comparisons (comparing Estonia to Denmark and the rest of Europe). Specific local regions or industries are not given attention, with the exception of a general reference to Estonian businesses.
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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

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing legislation concerning the rights of Estonian children. There is no regional focus.
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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 focus is on the Estonian national level, emphasizing that the impact of Estonian economic activity on the global climate is negligible. Concurrently, attention is drawn to the enormous negative effect of regulations on the Estonian economy and legal framework. Regional or local focus is not highlighted; instead, the concentration remains strictly on national policy.
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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

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing the amendment of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and citizenship issues that affect the country's political self-determination.
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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

The focus is split between national priorities (the Estonian economy and livelihood) and international examples. It uses Western European countries (Sweden, Germany, France) as cautionary examples of failed segregation prevention policies.
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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

The focus is at the national level, addressing the impact of the bill on the entire country's economy and domestic consumption. Specific regional interests are absent.
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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 focus is on the international infrastructure project Rail Baltic, which encompasses Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Particular attention is drawn to the unresolved status of the financing for the section between Pärnu and Riga, which highlights a crucial regional connection.
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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

The Tallinn region is mentioned only in relation to the location of the Vice-Chairman, which is relevant in the context of convening the electronic meeting. There is no political or economic regional focus.
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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

The regional focus is strongly aimed at rural areas and rural residents, emphasizing that a car is an essential tool for survival and social participation in these regions. The government is being accused of totally lacking any understanding of how life works in the countryside.
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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

The focus is on the international and national levels, addressing the implementation of European Union policy in Estonia. Special emphasis is placed on border control with neighboring countries (Latvia, Finland), and several Central and Western European countries (Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Hungary) are cited as examples.
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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

The focus is national in scope, covering the general situation of the Estonian economy, the business environment, and national tax policy. Specific regional projects or communities are not mentioned.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is directed toward a specific local event: the Lihula monument incident. This regional issue has been elevated to the national level, where it is being treated as a matter of abuse of power and internal security.
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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

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economic environment) and the global level (climate regulations); there are no references to specific regions or local issues.
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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

The regional focus is international, utilizing Lithuania as a benchmark for the successful implementation of the banking levy. The discussion centers on matters concerning the Estonian national budget and the banking sector.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding Tax Increases (No. 647)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on broad national economic issues impacting Estonia’s business environment and its people. An international comparison is drawn, highlighting Lithuania’s example of issuing targeted national defense bonds.
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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 focus is clearly national, addressing the Estonian economy, state governance, and consumer confidence more broadly, while pointing to Estonia's position among the lowest in Europe. Specific examples highlighted include the senseless waste involved in funding Rail Baltic and ideological NGOs.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing the overall economic situation of Estonian people and businesses, as well as the national Security Tax Bill. Specific regional interests are absent.
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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.

The focus is entirely on the national level and the legislation that regulates the operation of children's institutions (kindergartens, schools) across Estonia.
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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.

The regional focus is clearly aimed at neighboring countries and international comparisons. Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland are specifically highlighted as countries whose analogous legislation should be examined to understand how they function.
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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.

The focus is on the national level (Estonia's fertility policy) and international comparison, highlighting European examples, especially Hungary as a country actively working to increase its birth rate.
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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 focus is strictly national, addressing the economic situation of Estonian residents and the government's activities in a broader context. Specific regional topics or areas of focus are not mentioned.
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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

The focus is clearly international and European-centric, seeking examples from other countries. The aim is to utilize Europe's negative experiences concerning social benefits and immigration in shaping Estonian policy.
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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

The focus is on national security and Estonia's capabilities, but this is directly linked to a regional event, referencing the Latvian drone incident. The emphasis is on defending the eastern border and airspace against unexpected incursions.
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2024-09-11
Government economic policy

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

The focus is at the national and international level, addressing Estonia's economic indicators within the European context and the necessity of funding national defense. There are no references to specific local or regional issues.
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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

The focus is clearly national, centering on the livelihood of the Estonian people and the competitiveness of the Estonian economy. An international comparison is used (Scandinavia: Sweden, Finland, Norway) to illustrate Estonia’s situation.
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2024-06-10
Interpellation regarding the non-taxation of banks' extraordinary profits (No. 615)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly at the national level, addressing the purchasing power of Estonian people, the situation of businesses, and the state budget deficit. Furthermore, international practices are referenced, highlighting positive examples from other European countries regarding borrower support.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is primarily on the national level (the Estonian economy, the state budget), but the worsening situation in rural areas is also highlighted. The Rail Baltic project is mentioned, criticizing the extensive damage it causes and the fact that it is currently stalling/bogging down.
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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 focus is on national legislative topics (Riigikogu bills/draft legislation) and the activities of international social media groups in Estonia.
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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.

The focus is international (Russia's presidential elections) and national (Estonia's electoral system), utilizing a comparison of the two countries in the context of the widespread use of e-voting.
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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.

The regional focus is aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises located outside Tallinn, highlighting that they specifically are facing serious problems. This points to concerns about regional economic inequality.
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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

The focus is at the national level, highlighting the situation of the Estonian people, pensioners, and local businesses. Attention is also directed toward international players, such as global corporations (Facebook, Google) and major foreign banks operating in Estonia.
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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

The focus is on domestic food production, particularly the cultivation of berries, vegetables, and fruits in Estonia, emphasizing its importance for food security. Attention is also directed towards the economic well-being and budgeting of Estonian households. Internationally, the focus is limited to comparing Estonia with other EU member states regarding reduced VAT rates.
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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 focus is clearly national, treating the nuclear power plant as a strategic pillar of the entire country's energy supply and emphasizing that the revenue will remain with the Estonian state. Regional or local issues are not addressed.
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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

The focus is at the national level (Estonian e-elections), but it is strongly linked to the international context. Russia’s e-voting practices are used as a negative point of comparison, and reference is made to the European legal body, the Venice Commission, to obtain external assessments.
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2024-05-08
The political situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly on national tax issues and the broader economic situation of the Estonian people. Mentioning the people of Võru was merely an example used to criticize the prime minister's victim mentality, not an emphasis on regional policy.
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2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly international and Eurocentric, stressing the necessity of addressing the threat of Islamist terrorism across the entirety of Europe. Estonia's role in this context is viewed as that of a nation actively engaged in lobbying and taking proactive steps.
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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

The regional focus is international, concentrating on continuing the operations of Estonian foreign missions in the United States (San Francisco and New York). This demonstrates an interest in maintaining Estonia's diplomatic presence.
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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

The focus is on national tax policy and its ideological implications, highlighting the impact on Estonian entrepreneurs and consumers. International examples from Sweden and Western European young socialists are used to illustrate the extreme consequences of taxation.
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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.

The focus is national, addressing the broad impact of socio-political decisions on the Estonian population, particularly concerning the livelihood of pensioners and large families. Specific regions or local projects are not mentioned.
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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 focus is on the national level (the Estonian people, domestic enterprise) and the international context (the European recession, the actions of the European Union). The bankruptcy of domestic small businesses is emphasized, but a specific regional or local focus is lacking.
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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

The focus is clearly national, addressing the condition of state roads and tax policy that affects all Estonian car owners. Specific regional priorities are absent.
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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

The focus is clearly on national legislative issues (the Election Law) and international comparisons (Russia, studies conducted by American professors). Regional or local topics are addressed solely for illustrative purposes, describing the organization of paper-based elections within a local government (the municipal council confirms the commission members).
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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 focus is clearly at the national level (Estonian-language culture and independence) and at the international level (pressure from major nations and mass culture). Specific local or regional topics are absent.
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2024-04-10
State Budget Revenues and Expenditures

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is strictly national, addressing the state budget deficit and the impact of tax policy on the average Estonian citizen. Specific regional issues are absent.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning interference in the internal affairs of Hungary (No. 570)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on international relations, specifically the diplomatic ties between Estonia and Hungary. Emphasis is placed on Hungary's status as a sovereign nation.
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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 speaker emphasizes the need to redirect saved funds from Toompea (the central government) toward the development of rural areas. Specifically, they cite the possibility of using 1.4 million euros to keep 25 small rural schools operating for a full year, contrasting this with the government's decision to shut them down.
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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

The focus is on the national level (Estonian election laws and media coverage) and international comparison (Russia's and the West's media attitude towards e-elections). Specific attention to local or regional Estonian issues is absent.
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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

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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.

The focus is at the national level, addressing the Estonian economy, tax policy, and state budget as a whole. A significant part of the analysis is international, comparing Estonia's VAT rates and price increases with those of other European Union countries.
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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

The focus is distributed between the national and local government levels, underscoring the necessity of improving decision-making processes at both tiers. Furthermore, international comparison with European countries is crucial for identifying best practices for improved governance.
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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 focus is national, concerning the nationwide car tax and its impact on the demographic group. Specific regional aspects or local projects are not mentioned.
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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

The focus is on global systems (the Earth's climate) and the national level (Estonia more broadly), addressing the impact of policy on the cost of living. There is no specific regional focus.
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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 focus is on the impact of national education policy on local governments and their ability to maintain educational stages. The municipal budget crisis, which is forcing them to close certain school levels, is also mentioned.
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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

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

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is national, centered on the broader impact of tax policy on the Estonian people. Specific regions, local projects, or international topics are not mentioned.
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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

The focus is strictly national, centering on Estonia’s economic environment, the purchasing power of Estonians, and industrial output overall. Specific regional issues are not addressed.
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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 focus is clearly national, centering on the broader economic hardships faced by Estonian people and small businesses. Layoffs and closures are mentioned, pointing to a nationwide economic downturn, but specific regional issues are not covered.
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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

The focus is clearly regional and local, as the speaker highlights the specific problems of the Kose municipality and identifies themselves as a member of the Kose Municipal Council. Attention is centered on issues concerning local government governance and asset management.
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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

The focus is on the national level (Estonian VAT rate and purchasing power) and the international level, drawing extensive comparisons with the tax policies of European Union member states.
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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

The regional focus clearly contrasts international obligations (Sub-Saharan Africa) with domestic, internal financial problems (Estonian credit unions/savings and loan associations). The emphasis is on protecting domestic interests and keeping state funds within Estonia.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus highlights the needs of rural areas, where a car is essential for managing daily life. The overall emphasis is aimed at the economic situation of Estonian people and businesses.
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2024-02-14
Privatization of enterprises

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, addressing nationwide infrastructure and its impact on all consumers. No distinct regional emphasis is evident.
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2024-02-14
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly national, concentrating on the situation of the Estonian people and the economy, as well as state budget revenues. There are no references to specific local or international topics.
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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 focus is strongly placed on the national level (revitalizing the Estonian economy, domestic investments) and the international level (references to bank taxes in European countries). It is emphasized that the goal of this taxation is to stop money from flowing out of Estonia and into the profits of large foreign banks.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The regional focus is clearly directed at the capital city, where the issue of using the Estonian language in the service sector has become acute. It is stressed that the situation where Estonians cannot conduct their affairs in Estonian in their own capital is unacceptable.
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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 focus is on national legislation and excise policy concerning alcohol, tobacco, fuel, and electricity. Regional or local focus is absent from the speech.
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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

The focus is on national legislation and excise policy. There are no references to specific regional or local problems.
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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 focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the Estonian economy, state finances, and the recovery of businesses from the energy price crisis. Specific regional topics are not covered.
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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 addresses the concerns of rural residents and pensioners, highlighting the contrast between a man from a neighboring village who rarely visits the local town to shop, and someone who commutes daily to Tallinn. This serves to underscore the regional and social disparities inherent in the effects of taxation.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is aimed at national and international transport corridors, specifically Rail Baltica and Via Baltica. Emphasis is placed on the projects' impact on wider European connectivity (Berlin, Warsaw, Riga) and the risk posed by the lack of local stops.
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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

The regional focus is clearly aimed at Tallinn's urban environment and its residential districts. Specifically mentioned are the apartment buildings in Mustamäe and Tallinn's residential districts, where electric vehicle charging causes specific network issues.
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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

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the importance of preserving rural schools and ensuring a more balanced demographic distribution across the entire country. The politician actively supports measures that incentivize moving to rural areas, while opposing the consolidation of the school network.
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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

The focus is on national legislation, namely, amendments to the Income Tax Act. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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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 focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing the change in the income tax rate and its impact on the nation's wealth as a whole.
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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

The focus is on national and international trade, as well as customs procedures that broadly impact parcel senders and recipients. There is no regional emphasis.
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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

The focus is on the problems of the Estonian legal system at the national level and an international comparison with European countries. There is no specific regional focus.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The regional focus is extensive, encompassing Estonia’s connectivity with Europe via Rail Baltic and Via Baltica. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of developing four-lane roads all the way to Ikla, and the successful development of the highway network in Lithuania and Poland (the Suwałki corridor) is highlighted to underscore how far behind Estonia is lagging.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is strictly national, centering exclusively on Estonia's demographic future and overall birth rate figures. It is emphasized that building the nation depends on the succeeding generation.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on national immigration policy, but concrete examples from shopping malls in Tallinn (the capital city) are used to illustrate the problem. It is emphasized that very little Estonian is actually heard being spoken there.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is clearly national, centering on preserving the identity and national sentiment of Estonian children throughout the entire Estonian education system. There is no mention of specific regional or international topics, apart from an indirect allusion to the Prime Minister having studied abroad.
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