Anti Poolamets
Status: Active
Parliament Seniority: 6 years
Total Speaking Time: 42h 7m
Agenda Items
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Continuation of the second reading of the bill (541 SE) amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy).
2025-06-12 02:5215th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Agenda Duration: 5m
Most Active Speaker
Anti Poolamets (EKRE) was an active opponent, criticizing the draft bill as "national masochism" and "neototalitarianism," arguing that it imposes intermittent power generation on communities and will result in environmental damage and the weakening of the economy. (Position: Right-wing)
Summary
The Riigikogu continued the second reading of Bill 541, the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy), initiated by the Government of the Republic. Jaak Aab, a member of …
Decisions 2
An inquiry into the impact of the timber industry on Estonia’s defence capability and security (no. 747)
2025-06-09 22:3815th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Agenda Duration: 24m
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Member of Parliament Anti Poolamets (pid rYwMQ2pj_ac). He presented and developed arguments related to the inquiry, and offered a critical assessment of the proposed policy direction and technical solutions. His position has been described as other (a party-political opposition role), rather than classical left- or right-wing support.
Summary
The agenda item addressed a Riigikogu inquiry regarding the impact of wind turbine farms on Estonia’s defense capability and security, presented by Anti Poolamets, Rene Kok, Mart Helme, and Martin Helme on April 9, 2025. The purpose of the inquiry …
Decisions 1
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"
2025-05-08 13:0115th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Agenda Duration: 40s
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Anti Poolamets (a member of the Ekre faction), whose position on the right and his assessment had placed him in the focus of criticism, extended debate, and objections regarding speeches. His consistent participation, broad examples, and sharp comments reflect his role in the right-wing political direction.
Summary
The first item on the agenda concerned the presentation by the Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation regarding its 2025 submission, "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy Until 2030," and its implementation. The presentation was delivered with a brief overview and …
Decisions 1
Draft law supplementing the Whistleblower Protection Act on Infringements of European Union Law and the Act on International Sanctions (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE) – third reading
2025-05-05 18:0915th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Agenda Duration: 30s
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Anti Poolamets from the EKRE faction, who represents the right-wing line in the Riigikogu. He was the spokesperson for the agenda and, speaking about the topics discussed, highlighted criticism of the draft and pointed to concerns regarding the increase in bureaucracy and ideological control over the economy.
Summary
Today, the Riigikogu discussed the draft law 584 for the third reading, amending the whistleblower protection act and the international sanctions act (EU restrictive measures directive), initiated by the Republic's Government as the first item on the agenda. Discussions took …
Decisions 1
USA and Estonia relations
2025-04-09 16:3815th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
Agenda Duration: 6m
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Member of Parliament Anti Poolamets (pid rYwMQ2pj_ac). He posed several clarifying questions and participated in a heated debate concerning the relationship between the United States and Estonia, and the definition of democracy. His official political affiliation: right-wing politician (EKRE).
Summary
The presentation addressed relations between the United States and Estonia and raised concerns regarding commentary on the state of American democracy. Member of the Riigikogu Anti Poolamets asked Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi whether the minister’s statements about the United States …
Decisions 1
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading
2025-01-28 12:0315th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Agenda Duration: 23m
Most Active Speaker
Anti Poolamets (EKRE, right-wing) was an active questioner, focusing on the lack of control over rented workers and the mass influx of foreign labor in the capital, who do not speak Estonian, criticizing the Ministry of the Interior's passivity in resolving the situation.
Summary
The Riigikogu discussed the draft law amending the Foreigners Act and related laws (improving migration proceedings) 548 for its first reading, initiated by the Republic of Estonia’s Government. Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets introduced the draft, the purpose of …
Decisions 2
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)
2025-01-27 17:2415th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Agenda Duration: 35m
Most Active Speaker
Anti Poolamets (member of the Riigikogu, EKRE) was the most active speaker in setting the agenda; his role was the initial introduction of the inquiry and leading the discussion. He belongs to a right-wing political organization, and his presentation emphasized fossil fuels and criticism of the previous debates in the education sector. Based on his activity, I can say that he represents a right-wing stance.
Summary
The central topic of the agenda is the inquiry presented by members of the Riigikogu – Anti Poolamets, Varro Vooglaidi, Arvo Aller, Evelin Poolamets, Rain Epler, Rene Kok, Siim Polaku, Martin Helme, Helle-Moonika Helme, and Mart Helme – regarding primary …
Decisions 1
Third reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)
2024-12-18 16:2815th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Agenda Duration: 40s
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker: Anti Poolamets (Isamaa faction). He spoke several times with his viewpoints and critical attention, representing a right-wing party perspective on the bill. His actions fell on the left-right political spectrum as belonging to the right (right-wing) wing—the Isamaa faction.
Summary
On the third reading, the draft amendment to the Mining Act, initiated by the Republic's Government, was discussed, the purpose of which is to temporarily halt current permitting procedures for 2025 and to establish exceptions under which production could continue …
Decisions 1
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading
2024-12-11 16:3215th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Agenda Duration: 8m
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Anti Poolamets (Isamaa faction, right-wing political orientation), who presented and developed the main discussion points and chaired several sections and supplementary proposals.
Summary
The third agenda item concerned the third reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws, initiated by the Republic's Government. Aleksandr Tšaplõgin, on behalf of the Estonian Centre Party faction, …
Decisions 1
Offshore wind farms
2024-12-04 14:4515th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Agenda Duration: 9m
Most Active Speaker
The most active speaker was Anti Poolamets (pid rYwMQ2pj_ac), a member of the Riigikogu from EKRE, a right-wing politician. He actively participated in discussions on the security of offshore wind farms and early warning systems, and posed clarifying questions about defense capabilities and communication strategies.
Summary
The first part addressed the security vulnerabilities of offshore wind farm projects and the importance of advance warnings. The discussion highlighted cautionary signals from the Defence Forces Commander, the Navy Commander, and the Defence Intelligence Centre Commander regarding the risks …