By Agendas: Evelin Poolamets

Total Agendas: 206

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2025-10-08
Population crisis

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The legislative focus is shifting towards setting new and effective family policy measures and goals, given that the existing child benefits have failed to improve the birth rate. The speaker opposes the current policies and is demanding a new strategy from the government.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Although the speech occurred during the first reading of the 2026 draft state budget, the speaker focuses on procedural matters and the role of the presiding officer in regulating the conduct of ministers. The core priorities of the budget are not mentioned.
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2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on Bill 650 OE, which aims to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and withdraw from the relevant international treaties. The speaker is both the initiator and a strong proponent of this radical proposal to terminate the project.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative priority is the thorough analysis of the draft Act (639 SE) amending the Local Government Council Election Act. The speaker acts as a critical assessor of the draft, demanding clarification regarding its necessity in light of new legal developments.
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2025-09-10
Draft law (667 SE) for amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the directive on greenhouse gas emission trading) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is centered on opposing Bill 667 SE (the transposition of the ETS directive) and moving to suspend its second reading. The objective is to halt the entry into force of legal amendments imported from Brussels, which would extend taxation to a new sector. The speaker is the driving force behind obstructing the procedure and remains a staunch opponent of the bill.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on political responsibility and the evaluation of the minister's actions within the framework of the motion of no confidence. Information regarding the initiation, support, or opposition of specific legislative bills is unavailable.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding Changes to 2025 Beekeeping Support for Small Beekeepers (no. 761)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently directed at challenging the government’s planned changes to the 2025 apiculture support scheme via a formal parliamentary inquiry (interpellation). The objective is to compel the government to analyze and justify why small-scale beekeepers are being excluded from the support and potentially to reverse the decision.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward executing the oversight function, utilizing a formal interpellation to gain clarity regarding end-of-life regulations and the foundational concepts underpinning them. The speaker is acting as the party demanding explanations concerning the government's activities.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker's legislative focus is centered on amending tax policy (specifically, lowering income tax) and energy policy (terminating renewable energy subsidies for wind power producers). He acts as a key proponent, introducing bills and utilizing parliamentary inquiries to highlight deficiencies in the legal framework (for instance, regarding the environmental impact assessment of wind farms).
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on opposing the third reading of Draft Act 541 SE (Act amending the Planning Act and other acts). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill, arguing that it nullifies the very purpose of planning and grants the state the right to disregard detailed plans and the positions of local communities.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus, driven by the amendments to the Waste Act, is currently centered on plans for recycling renewable energy components (solar panels, wind turbine blades). The speaker is acting as an information seeker, demanding clarity on how the management of these new waste streams will be organized.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Accounting Act (600 SE) - second reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Accounting Act (600 SE). The speaker is seeking clarification, specifically wishing to understand the content of the new sustainability reporting requirements and the resulting obligations.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on legal liability and the imposition of sanctions against companies that fail to ensure security. The speaker demands clarity regarding what measures should follow, which suggests a focus more on the enforcement of existing regulation and the expansion of liability.
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2025-06-09
An inquiry regarding the sustainability and accessibility of the healthcare system (no. 759)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on ensuring the sustainability and accessibility of the healthcare system, which is related to Inquiry No. 759. The speaker is acting in the role of the policy initiator (the questioner), demanding clarification regarding the proposed regulatory changes.
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2025-06-09
An inquiry into the impact of the timber industry on Estonia’s defence capability and security (no. 747)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is to demand the suspension of wind farm development in areas that threaten defense infrastructure. It is required that the Ministry of Defence not merely be involved in every planning process, but hold a decisive stakeholder role.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding the economic sustainability of wind energy and international experiences in shaping Estonia’s energy policy (no. 763)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward creating new control and accountability mechanisms to regulate the activities of wind energy developers. The priority is to ensure that the state is protected from economic damage and the misuse of subsidies in the energy sector.
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2025-06-04
Draft Law on Annulment of Excise Tax Increases on Energy Carriers (627 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft act concerning the invalidation of excise duty increases on energy carriers (627 SE). The speaker is a proponent of the bill's objective, emphasizing that failing to support it would harm Estonia's competitiveness and impede economic recovery.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Environmental Levies Act (615 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the draft Act amending the Environmental Charges Act (615 SE), which seeks to define the impact zone for onshore wind turbines (exceeding 250 meters) as 20 kilometers. The objective is to establish legal clarity and uniformity, and to ensure the inclusion of affected persons in planning procedures and among the recipients of compensation for nuisance/easement fees.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Atmosphere Protection Act (393 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE). The speaker is interested in the draft's impact on the development of wind farms and the application of noise standards, acting as someone seeking clarification on the content of the draft.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the impacts and regulations of wind energy development in Estonia (no 749)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is on strengthening the legal and scientific framework for assessing the impact of wind farms. The speaker calls for the creation of domestic legislation and the establishment of monitoring mechanisms, questioning the legal status of the guidelines utilized by the ministry.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Prosecutor's Office Activities (no 748)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The legislative focus is centered on increasing institutional accountability and addressing systemic flaws to prevent similar incidents in the future. The speaker, acting as a critic, is demanding that lessons be learned to ensure better operational standards in care homes and that legal entities are held responsible.
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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 legislative focus centers on the opposition to the draft act amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 596 SE). The speaker is actively opposing the bill, emphasizing its negative consequences for social welfare and the tourism sector.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (597 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the draft Act amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 597 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, highlighting its negative impact on pensioners and the wider economic environment.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Legislative focus is shifting to tax policy reform, specifically aiming to incorporate income tax exemption for pensions into the ongoing draft legislation (The Draft Law on Establishing Tax Peace). The speaker is the originator of this political proposal, framed as a question.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Accounting Act for reducing bureaucracy (600 SE) - first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main focus is on the draft act amending the Accounting Act, the purpose of which is to reduce bureaucracy through the postponement of deadlines. [The party/entity] supports the draft (regarding the deadline postponement), but demands a more radical step—the permanent termination of the sustainability reporting obligation.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the thorough scrutiny of the draft amendment to the Liquid Fuel Act (Bill 622 SE). The priority is clarifying the bill's implementation (oversight, penalties) and its economic impact (impact assessments, market price). The speaker is acting as a critical analyst of the proposed legislation.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on implementing the national long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and overseeing the activities of state-owned enterprises (RMK). The priority is ensuring that policy implementation aligns with declared objectives, particularly in the energy and environmental sectors.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the government's proposed change to the foreign labor policy, a change that would permit the importation of low-wage workers into Estonia based on the prevailing wage level of a specific sector or region. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this initiated policy direction, demanding its clear rejection and the establishment of stricter security controls for immigrants.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Future of Estonian Agriculture (No. 730)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The priority is the administrative reform and changing policy to standardize the oversight activities of state agencies. The objective is to reduce bureaucracy by establishing a unified database, which underscores the necessity of administrative reform.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Security of the Southeastern Border Region of Estonia (No. 729)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Legislative focus is currently directed toward implementing specific regional measures, including the establishment of a regional special coefficient for education funding and the development of distance learning solutions. There is a demand for the creation of state guarantee mechanisms to facilitate housing loans in remote areas and for directing investments toward improving the housing stock.
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2025-05-15
Draft law on harmonizing the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (580 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill (580 SE) concerning the alignment of the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, stressing the necessity of resolving constitutional problems and criticizing the approval of the explanatory notes given the context of a deficient budget.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Assets Act (Bill 612 SE), where the speaker serves as a critical questioner. The priority is to ensure that the designation of environmental compensation and mitigation areas is impartial and falls under the competence of the Environmental Board, thereby avoiding conflicts of interest.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (587 SE) on joining the protocol amending the Convention on offences and certain other acts committed on board aircraft

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on the Accession to the Protocol Amending the Convention on Offences and Certain Other Acts Committed on Board Aircraft (Bill 587 SE). The presenter(s) are the bill's researchers, who seek to clarify its applicability and its connection to recent events.
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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 legislative focus is on protecting the precise wording of the draft amendment to the Securities Market Act (Bill 588 SE). The priority is to ensure that the interpretation of the concept of the underrepresented gender is legally precise and inclusive, and is not limited solely to men and women.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic's Government to submit an application to the European Commission for the exemption of energy production companies from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas" (619 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu draft resolution (619 OE), concerning the exemption of energy producers from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas. The speaker is essentially a proponent, using questions to underscore the draft's potential positive economic impact (price reduction, growth in production volume).
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning the appointment of members of the Estonian National Broadcasting Council from recognised experts in the field of activity of the Estonian National Broadcasting. (643 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu draft resolution (643 DR), concerning the appointment of members to the ERR Council. The speaker is acting as a critical questioner of the draft, casting doubt on whether the submitted list of candidates adheres to the principles of gender equality.
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is on energy security and the restoration of domestic production, clearly supporting the holding of a referendum on the issue of generating electricity from oil shale (Draft Law 581 OE). The objective is to terminate the intermittent electricity system and invest in a new Narva power plant based on fluidized bed technology, in order to restore control over the energy system.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Courts Act (632 SE), which concerns streamlining the administration of courts and establishing new structures. The speaker's role is that of a critical scrutinizer of the bill, demanding clarity regarding its impact on bureaucracy and the input that served as the basis for the reform.
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2025-05-12
Request for information regarding population register entries (no. 754)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is on the strict and clear implementation of the Name Act (especially the requirements set for first names). The objective is to ensure that legal changes (name changes) are based on official and medical gender determination, rather than subjective self-perception, and to limit the discretionary power of officials.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on implementing the foundational principles of criminal policy, specifically monitoring the drafting process of the hate speech law. The speaker, however, acts more as a critical questioner and expresses skepticism regarding the overall direction of the lawmaking effort.
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2025-05-08
Draft Law on Declaring the Security Tax Act Invalid (595 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on the Repeal of the Security Tax (595 SE). The speaker is a critical opponent of the current version of the bill and the pace of its development, suspecting that the draft does not solve the problem comprehensively.
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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 legislative focus is on the draft bill (594 SE) amending the Electricity Excise Duty Act, where the speaker is acting as the questioner, pressuring the state to come to the aid of businesses by regulating the excise duty.
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2025-05-07
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the draft legislation (Bill 556 SE) to amend the Electricity Market Act. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, concentrating specifically on the proposed changes concerning the methodology for connection fees, the pass-through calculation of network investments, and the flexibility granted to producers regarding deadlines. The ultimate goal is to prevent the adoption of this law, which would ease the regulatory burden on producers.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the second reading of the draft bill (519 SE) amending the Unemployment Insurance Act. The speaker is acting as a clarifier regarding the bill's implications, focusing specifically on the provisions for harmonizing benefits.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is currently the opposition to the Act amending the Planning Act and other related legislation (Bill 541 SE). The objective is to safeguard the rights of local authorities (Article 154 of the Constitution) and prevent the waiver of detailed planning requirements, which would render the environmental impact assessment superficial. The speaker urges a vote in favor of interrupting the second reading of the draft bill.
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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 primary legislative focus is the draft bill amending the Competition Act (609 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer, demanding clarity regarding both the bill's impact on cross-border banks and the quantification of the associated administrative burden on the Competition Authority and the administrative courts.
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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 legislative focus is on the Riigikogu's draft resolution (576 OE) concerning the formation of an investigative committee to address the security of e-elections. The speaker is an active participant in the discussions surrounding this draft resolution within the Constitutional Committee, apparently supporting the establishment of the investigative committee.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is currently centered on demanding new measures, specifically the restriction of AI-powered scam calls and the organization of extensive awareness campaigns. The speaker is advocating for new political initiatives aimed at enhancing citizen protection.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the explosively grown cormorant population (no. 725)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main focus is on the parliament's oversight function, initiating an interpellation to evaluate the effectiveness of the government's actions (control measures) aimed at managing the cormorant population. The speaker, acting as the initiator, is demanding clarification on how existing measures are being implemented.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding offshore wind farms (no. 722)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on refining the legal framework to establish regulations for assessing wind farm vibration, shadow flicker, infrasound, and noise. Furthermore, the introduction of new subsidies or compensation fees (indemnity payments) is required to ensure that planning processes can move forward.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding energy supply reliability (no. 717)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on strategic energy policy, mandating the maintenance of existing dispatchable capacity (oil shale power plants) in reserve and the development of new capacity (a nuclear power plant). The objective is to guarantee security of supply and minimize reliance on external factors.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on evaluating the amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Traffic Act, particularly concerning their constitutionality and overall expediency. The speaker is operating as a critical interrogator, seeking to clarify the true substance of the draft legislation.
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2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on Draft Bill 569 OE, which aims to temporarily suspend the processing of planning applications for wind farms until an updated methodology and corresponding limit values for infrasound measurements are established. The speaker is both the initiator and a staunch proponent of this proposal, calling for legislation to be brought into alignment with the current situation.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is supporting the draft act on amendments to the Income Tax Act (566 SE) at the first reading. The speaker is a strong supporter of the draft, emphasizing its ability to improve regulatory responsiveness and create balance in the banking sector.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill (Draft Act 592 SE). The main priority is to draw attention to the deficiencies of the proposed law, specifically the absence of impact assessments and the criticism raised by the Chancellor of Justice, while acting as an opponent of the draft legislation.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the draft Act on the Amendment of the Securities Market Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (588 SE). The speaker is acting as a strong opponent and proposes, on behalf of the faction, to reject the bill at the first reading.
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2025-04-07
Inquiry Regarding Chinese Intelligence Access to Estonian Residents' Data Through Applications and Technology (No. 718)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on overseeing the government's activities via an interpellation, demanding clarification regarding existing measures to curb cybercrime. Specific new bills are not mentioned.
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2025-03-25
First reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act on Breaches of European Union Law and the Act on International Sanctions (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the critical analysis of the draft Act on the Protection of Persons Reporting Breaches of European Union Law in the Workplace (584 SE). The speaker's role is that of an opponent of the draft or its strict scrutinizer, concentrating on its impact on administrative burden and practical applicability.
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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 primary legislative goal is to support Bill 568 SE, which terminates the payment of uncontrolled renewable energy subsidies to wind power producers. He/She also sees the need to extend the bill's scope to solar energy and establish stricter regulations and standards for the wind energy sector (e.g., regarding location and operating permits).
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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 legislative focus is on the opposition to Bill 583 SE (the CEDAW Optional Protocol), for which examples of solving practical problems and a budget analysis are being demanded. The speaker positions themselves as an opponent of the initiative, emphasizing its bureaucratic character and the risk of it becoming mere displacement activity.
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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 legislative focus centers on the Riigikogu's draft resolution regarding the closure of the temporary control line. The speaker is utilizing this platform to demand a broader political commitment from the government aimed at restoring the viability of the border zone, effectively linking security policy with social policy.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the first reading of the draft Act amending the Defence Forces Service Act (563 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the current approach, which fails to ensure immediate and adequate indexation of remuneration, and is demanding amendments to the bill.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in connection therewith (sanctions violations) (441 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the Act amending the Penal Code (441 SE), which addresses sanction violations. The speaker’s role is to review and refine the provisions of the draft bill, focusing on issues concerning the determination and indexing of fine amounts.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on a constitutional amendment aimed at restricting the voting rights of Russian and Belarusian citizens in local government elections. The speaker is closely involved in this process and supports this direction.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Car Tax on Families with Children (No. 705)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on clarifying the objectives and implementation of the car tax and the potential security tax. The speaker, operating from the opposition, is demanding accountability and transparency from the government regarding these taxes.
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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 legislative focus is on restoring the central management and structural reform of population policy, for example, through the creation of the Prime Minister's Population Bureau. The priority is adopting specific measures to support families, rather than merely drafting development plans.
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2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting the formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines (Draft Resolution 557 OE). The speaker presents evidence that justifies and emphasizes the necessity of such an investigation, being a strong proponent of the draft resolution's objective.
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2025-03-12
National Heritage Fund and Raw Materials Supply Security Partnership

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The legislative focus centers on monitoring the terms and progress of international strategic agreements (MSP), as well as the need to establish new, similar agreements that incorporate security guarantees. Domestically, there is a demand for stricter regulatory safeguards and independent analyses to control the environmental impact of mining operations.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on establishing an investigative committee to determine the circumstances surrounding the Nordica case, the draft resolution for which was presented by the speaker. The objective is to identify those responsible for management failures, assess the costs incurred by the state, and, in collaboration with experts, develop a plan for winding down operations that is most advantageous for the Republic of Estonia.
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2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on overseeing the government's activities and holding it accountable, particularly concerning the accuracy of the data underpinning the 2.6 billion euro investment in offshore wind farms. This action is linked to the process of initiating a motion of no confidence, which serves as a direct parliamentary oversight mechanism.
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2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on scrutinizing the details of the Draft Act on the Organization of Research, Development, and Innovation (Bill 554 SE). The priority is to ensure the transparency of ethical oversight and the adequacy of regulations governing the participation of minors, while acting as a critical scrutinizer of the draft legislation.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the draft Act amending the Hunting Act (Bill 567 SE). The speaker is an active questioner in the legislative process, concentrating on the practical implementation of the bill and its impact on the issuance and utilization of hunting permits.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on the opposition to the draft bill (536 SE) for amending the Constitution Act during its second reading. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill and is raising procedural questions concerning both its form and content, labeling it a "very strange amendment."
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is aimed at closing regulatory loopholes, particularly concerning financial guarantees for the decommissioning of wind turbines in the event of bankruptcy. Furthermore, solutions are being demanded that would shield local municipalities from developers' claims for damages during the process of deciding on detailed spatial plans, thereby acting as a powerful catalyst for regulatory change.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the cessation of funding for the school psychologists’ advisory line 1226 (no. 683)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the oversight of government activities and political decisions (the termination of funding) in the form of an interpellation. The goal is to compel the government to present a plan for improving the situation, rather than primarily initiating new legislation.
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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 legislative focus is currently directed towards criticizing existing regulations (such as sustainability reports and gender diversity obligations) and the desire to abolish them. The primary emphasis is on highlighting the executive branch's failure to act and its inefficiency, rather than on initiating new legislation.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (548 SE) amending the Aliens Act, which addresses the streamlining of migration procedures. The speaker is taking on the role of questioner, seeking clarification regarding the actual impact and scope of the proposed amendment before expressing either support or opposition.
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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 legislative focus is on contesting the Motor Vehicle Tax Act, emphasizing its negative social impact. The speaker is participating in the bill's debate as a critical opponent, highlighting the contradictions between the proposed taxation and the available support measures.
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2025-01-21
Draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the Feed Act (546 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on Bill 546 SE, which proposes amendments to the Act on the Implementation of the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy and the Feed Act. The speaker adopts the role of a critical scrutinizer, demanding clarifications and comprehensive impact assessments during the bill's second reading.
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2025-01-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (520 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the Draft Act amending the State Budget Act (520 SE) and related Ministry of Finance initiatives. The speaker acts as a skeptic or opponent, questioning the necessity and implementation timeline of the draft act, given the government's opposition.
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2025-01-14
Draft law amending the Act of the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the amendment of the Chancellor of Justice Act and the Prosecutor's Office Act (Bill 524 SE), which introduces the obligation for the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor General to substantiate representation expenses using expense documents. The speaker is the initiator and rapporteur of this bill on behalf of the EKRE parliamentary group. The aim is to grant the Riigikogu’s Special Committee on Anti-Corruption the right to establish control.
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2025-01-13
Inquiry regarding the stability and price of electricity production (no. 670)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on reforming energy policy, emphasizing the necessity of securing dispatchable generation capacities and fair competition among technologies that provide stable electricity. This is an interpellation aimed at guiding the government's activities, the purpose of which is to compel the government to establish a balanced and sustainable energy system.
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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 on energy policy regulations and the decisions being made under the Recovery and Resilience Plan. The speaker is a critical questioner who demands the logical and fair application of existing principles (the polluter pays) when allocating CO2 costs.
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2024-12-19
Santa Claus

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on opposing and rejecting Bill 541 SE, which concerns the acceleration of renewable energy deployment. Critics argue that the bill significantly reduces environmental impact assessment requirements and weakens the decision-making authority of local governments. The priority is seen as responsible and well-thought-out planning, rather than simply rushing the process.
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2024-12-17
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary legislative priority is the rejection of the Draft Act Amending the Accounting Act and Amending Other Acts (516 SE) during its third reading. The objective is to prevent the sustainability reporting obligation from taking effect, as it is viewed as ideological and unduly restrictive of entrepreneurial freedom. The speaker requested additional time to deliver their address.
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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 legislative focus is on the draft State Budget Act for 2025 (513 SE). The speaker’s priority is explaining the budget details, particularly regarding defense expenditures and renewable energy subsidies, while acting as a scrutinizer of the budget content.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on criticizing the drafting of the legal framework for mining (the concession method) and related legislation. It is demanded that environmental safety and adequate consideration be guaranteed before any legislative steps are taken, thereby acting as a strong opponent and monitor of the government's legislative initiatives.
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2024-12-09
Request for Information Regarding the Government Commission's Activities on Population Policy (No. 661)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative priority is the restoration of central management of population policy, either through the creation of the position of Minister of Population or the establishment of a Prime Minister’s Bureau for Population Affairs. The speaker is acting as the initiator, submitting an official inquiry and demanding improvements to the government commission's activities, as well as recommendations for specific measures that support the birth rate.
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2024-12-05
Draft law amending the Waste Act and the Packaging Act (430 SE) – second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft amendment (Bill 430 SE) to the Waste Act and the Packaging Act during its second reading. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, demanding its withdrawal and the drafting of a more realistic law that properly considers the needs of businesses and local governments. The overall objective is to reduce the administrative burden and ensure fair competition.
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2024-12-03
First reading of the draft resolution "Increasing the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development" (542 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the first reading of a specific draft bill (542 OE) concerning the increase of Estonia's shareholding in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The speaker's role is to demand an economic viability assessment of the bill before it proceeds to further deliberation.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the opposition to Bill 427 SE (the Draft Act on Amendments to the Child Protection Act and Other Acts) during its second reading. The speaker is a strong opponent, calling for the rejection of the draft legislation and demanding that the welfare of children be placed at the core of the legislative process.
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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

The legislative focus is on the critical analysis, at the first reading, of the draft act on amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (Bill 536 SE). The speaker is acting as a critic of the bill, emphasizing procedural errors and potential negative consequences.
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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 legislative focus centers on the reorganization of the Land Board (Maa-amet) into the Land and Space Board (Maa- ja Ruumiamet), along with consequential amendments to the Earth Crust Act. The speaker is an opposition questioner who is challenging the political motives behind the change in administrative structure and demanding clarity regarding the legal basis for the new social objectives.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward amending the Draft Act (459 SE) Supplementing the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilization. The proponent is an active initiator of amendments, concentrating on ending state funding for abortion and establishing cost-sharing.
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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 legislative focus centers on amending the Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Bill 453 SE). The proposed changes aim to introduce compensatory days off when national holidays fall on a weekend, and to designate the second day of Easter (Easter Monday) as a new public holiday. The speaker is a staunch proponent and initiator of this draft legislation, stressing its necessity and anticipated positive effects.
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2024-11-06
Phosphorite

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on supervising the activities of the executive branch and demanding accountability, especially regarding the conducting of phosphorite studies and the disclosure of the terms of reference. The priority is the transparency of government decisions and the protection of national competence.
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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 legislative focus is on monitoring the government's implementation of European Union policy concerning strategic raw materials. The priority is to obtain information regarding the establishment of an EU-wide decision-making body and developments concerning Estonia's participation.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Narcotics (no 650)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on questioning (via interpellation) the influencing of government decision-making processes and drug policy, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills.
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2024-10-24
Second reading of the draft law (469 SE) ratifying the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Convention No. 190 concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the second reading of the draft act (469 SE) on the ratification of International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 190. The speaker acts as an interrogator, challenging the motivation of the bill's sponsors and the general mood within the committee.
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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 legislative focus is on the Riigikogu's right to oversight and the procedure for handling motions of no confidence. Furthermore, the minister's previous statements, which questioned the Riigikogu's role in the state budget process, are being criticized. The speakers are the initiators and supporters of the motion of no confidence.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the critical assessment of the legal framework proposed by the Minister of the Interior, which is intended to curb the influence of the Moscow Patriarchate. The speaker positions themselves as challenging the legislative proposal, concentrating on its viability and legality.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Customs Act (515 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Customs Act (515 SE), where the speaker is acting as a critical scrutinizer. The objective is to ensure that the amendments to the law, especially the raising of fine rates, are legally proportionate and economically justified.
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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 primary legislative focus is the opposition to Bill 516 SE, which seeks to amend the Accounting Act and subsequently other related legislation. The speaker strongly opposes the bill and proposes that it be rejected, highlighting its negative effects on the business environment.
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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 legislative focus is currently on supporting the existing draft decision, but even more emphasis is placed on creating forward-looking, preventative solutions. The priority is developing a mechanism that would allow profits derived from a sudden increase in Euribor to be automatically taxed in the future, provided they exceed a specific percentage threshold.
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2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is the critical evaluation of the government's policy (the renting out of prison capacity) within the framework of an interpellation. The objective is to cast doubt on the policy's feasibility and its legal compliance with human rights standards.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is entirely centered on the first reading of the draft Security Tax Act (512 SE). The speaker’s role is to verify the technical details of the bill, concentrating on the clear definition of the tax liability.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (510 SE) amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act and other acts. The speaker opposes the bill, focusing on the negative impact of raising excise duties on the economy and consumption.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Even though the speech was delivered during the debate on the draft legislation amending the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act, the speaker’s criticism focuses on broader factors hindering the economy—such as the renewable energy charge—rather than directly addressing the specifics of the bill.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill amending the Government of the Republic Act (505 SE), specifically concentrating on the qualification requirements for the Secretary of State. The speaker is approaching the bill as a skeptical interrogator, demanding clarification regarding how competence will be ensured and what the associated budgetary costs will be.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft Act (507 SE) amending the Family Benefits Act and other related acts, and demanding its modification. The speaker is acting as an opponent, demanding an analysis of the draft’s consequences and offering alternative solutions, such as extending insurance coverage until the child reaches the age of five or six.
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2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The main legislative priority is the adoption of the Riigikogu draft resolution concerning the establishment of the Ad Hoc Committee on Solving the Population Crisis. The committee's tasks include analyzing population policy, formulating opinions on draft legislation, and making proposals for supplementing national policies regarding demographic issues.
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2024-10-07
Inquiry regarding road construction and four-lane roads (no 408)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on holding the government accountable for infrastructure financing through a formal query (No. 408). The priority is to gain a clear overview of the actual size of the road network maintenance backlog and to compel the government to address the problem of underfunding.
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2024-10-07
Inquiry Regarding Via Baltica (No. 234)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on holding the executive branch accountable through parliamentary inquiry. The priority is the precise scheduling of the Rail Baltic project and monitoring the fulfillment of government promises.
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2024-09-25
Draft law (469 SE) for the ratification of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Convention No. 190 concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act concerning the ratification of International Labour Organization Convention No. 190 (Bill 469 SE). The speaker's role is supervisory, demanding clarification regarding the amendment of domestic legislation and the methods of implementation, including, where necessary, examples from other countries.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the details of policy implementation, particularly the meaning and application of the concept of needs-based transport, which falls under the purview of the Minister of Regional Affairs and Agriculture.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker is a staunch opponent of the draft bill (359 SE), focusing on its deficiencies (the omission of nuclear energy, its short duration) and the negative impact it would have on environmental and energy management legislation. The objective is to block the adoption of laws that facilitate the development of wind farms.
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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 main legislative focus is the draft act on amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (Bill 321 SE). The speaker's role is that of a questioner, seeking to understand the international context of the bill's implementation and its comparison with neighboring countries.
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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 primary legislative priority is supporting and pushing through the draft bill submitted by EKRE, "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE). The bill aims to compel the Riigikogu to address the demographic crisis, viewing the vote on it as a litmus test regarding the importance of the survival of the Estonian nation.
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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.

There is a lack of legislative focus; the speaker instead calls for the enforcement of existing security measures and precautions, as well as accountability for data leaks. The priority is improving the management of state IT systems and raising awareness.
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2024-09-11
Validity of the Constitution

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

The legislative focus is absent; activity is centered instead on reviewing the constitutionality of the executive branch's actions and demanding clarifications, utilizing the Constitution as the standard for assessing government activity.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation concerning the restoration of bogs (No. 625)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the implementation of the European Union's draft Nature Restoration Regulation in Estonia, irrespective of its potential rejection at the EU level. The speaker demands accountability regarding the impact of peatland restoration on achieving LULUCF targets and criticizes the ministry for its lack of expertise.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation regarding the state's plan to end compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese (No. 582)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed at scrutinizing the government's policies and plans (Interpellation No. 582), specifically concerning the termination of compensation for farmers' damages. The speaker's role is that of a critical questioner and scrutinizer of the existing policy.
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2024-09-09
Inquiry Regarding the Work of Kristina Kallas (No. 632)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on insisting upon the strict and non-negotiable implementation of the existing education reform (the transition to Estonian-language instruction). The speaker acts primarily as a critic and a claimant, concentrating on scrutinizing the government’s activities via interpellation to ensure the law’s objectives are fulfilled.
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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.

The focus is on holding the minister accountable through the motion of no confidence, rather than initiating or supporting specific pieces of legislation.
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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 legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, using it as a platform to criticize broader tax increases and the government's economic policy. Clarifications are also being demanded regarding the administrative costs associated with collecting the tax.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The legislative focus is on scrutinizing the government's actions and holding it accountable, particularly regarding budgetary policy and the structural reforms outlined in the coalition agreement. The speaker acts as a critical watchdog, questioning the organization and capacity of the various ministries.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is directed toward either reforming or opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Law (364 UA). The priority is the introduction of tax exemptions for vehicles that are not in use, in order to bring the law into alignment with its stated objectives. The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of the draft legislation.
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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 legislative focus is on the Riigikogu draft resolution (395 DR) concerning the non-recognition of the Russian elections. The speaker's role is to seek clarification regarding the mandatory actions required of the government upon the adoption of this resolution.
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2024-06-03
Inquiry regarding the Directive on Platform Work (No. 629)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The speech relates to an inquiry regarding the Platform Work Directive, which signals interest in regulating the platform economy. The immediate legislative focus, however, is aimed at the ministry's ethical standards and lobbying issues, rather than initiating specific legislative amendments.
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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 primary focus is on government oversight and holding the minister accountable within the scope of the no-confidence motion. Although the "Bolt directive" is mentioned as the cause of the crisis, the speaker himself does not present any specific legislative initiatives or draft laws.
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2024-05-15
Third reading of the Bill amending the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the draft amendment of the Food Act (Bill 378 SE) at its third reading. The speaker is against the bill, concentrating on specific regulatory details (namely, the granting of permits for irradiation) and insisting on a wider public debate before the law is passed.
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2024-05-15
Land Cadastre

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is primarily on monitoring the performance and ensuring the implementation of the existing administrative system (the land cadastre), rather than initiating new legislation. The speaker acts more in an oversight role, checking the system's technical compliance.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting Bill 397 SE, which aims to reinstate the Estonian language proficiency requirement (B1 level) for taxi drivers and platform workers in the Public Transport Act. The speaker is a strong proponent of this initiative and criticizes the committee's proposal to reject the bill.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the Draft Basic Education Act (Bill 419 SE). The speaker is acting as a challenger, questioning the ideological foundation of the bill, rather than serving as its initiator or proponent.
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2024-05-13
Inquiry Regarding the Alleged Vandalism of Andrei Shumakov's Car (No. 630)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Absence of data
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on contesting the regulation of suffrage and the law concerning local government elections. The speaker is acting as an interrogator who is attempting to influence the government's political position regarding the restriction of voting rights.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is centered on the procedural side of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Breaches of EU Law in the Workplace (Bill 257 SE). The speaker is a critic who is calling into question the strategy for managing the bill and the decision not to link its passage to a vote of confidence.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on the evaluation of the minister's actions and the political failure (the inability to prevent the strike), which is linked to the handling of the motion of no confidence. There is no data available concerning bills, amendments, or other legislative priorities initiated by the speaker.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus centers on the critical review of the Draft Act Amending the Penal Code (415 SE) and challenging the methodology used therein. The speaker is critical of the bill's quality and stresses the importance of meeting legislative quality standards.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on participating in an inquiry concerning financial regulation and central bank operations. This platform is being utilized to criticize the inefficiency observed in the implementation of economic policy and climate targets.
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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 main legislative focus, within the framework of the draft bill amending the Riigikogu Election Act (344 SE), is improving the transparency and verifiability of the e-voting system. The speaker is critical of the current system and demands the implementation of end-to-end verifiability, as well as the public disclosure of the lists of those who have voted. Furthermore, the need to ensure that the ban on election campaigning also applies within the e-voting environment is emphasized.
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2024-04-17
Matters related to the procurement of field hospitals

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The regulatory focus is on the lawfulness and compliance of the public procurement procedure, mandating the implementation of a supervisory process. The priority is to ensure that public procurements are not biased and that conflicts of interest are prevented.
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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 legislative focus is on the implementation and supervision of existing long-term development strategies ("Estonia 2035") and the fundamentals of sports policy. The speaker acts as a critic and monitor of the strategy's implementation, demanding the inclusion of specific objectives.
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2024-04-15
Interpellation Concerning the Quality Assurance of Assistance Provided to Victims of Violence (No. 428)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the supervision of government regulations and challenging their implementation, particularly regarding the qualification requirements for individuals providing victim support services. The speaker is the initiator of a parliamentary inquiry and a critical overseer, who demands answers pursuant to Section 139 of the Act.
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on guiding the activities of government institutions, supporting a draft bill aimed at eliminating the Russian-language websites of ministries. The speaker is participating in the debate as a questioner and supports the language policy change, which emphasizes the priority of the Estonian language.
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2024-04-10
The prioritization of the state's strategic objectives and challenges

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the oversight of strategic decisions made by the executive branch (specifically, the link between the green transition and security) and demanding clarification. There are no specific bills or proposed amendments.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation regarding curriculum subjects concerning human sexuality and the associated rights of parents (No. 616)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on critically challenging the government's actions and policies (TAI materials) in the form of an interpellation. The aim is to compel the minister to answer whether he considers such activity justified.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Unified Estonian School (No. 544)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on exercising legislative control over the government in the form of an interpellation. The priority is education policy (the unified Estonian school) and its impact on the safety of the school environment.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the incitement of hatred towards families with children (No. 612)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker is participating in an interpellation aimed at holding the government accountable regarding the funding and priorities of family benefits. The focus is on criticizing the implementation and financing of the existing policy.
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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 parliamentary control and meeting accountability requirements (interpellation), not on initiating or supporting specific draft legislation.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Preschool Institution Act, the Vocational Educational Institution Act, and the Basic School and Upper Secondary School Act (Bill 231 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently directed towards the draft Act on Amendments to the Education Acts (Bill 231 SE). The speaker is acting as an inquirer and assessor, attempting to gauge the specific consequences that failing to adopt the Act would have on the availability of school places.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is actively engaged with the draft amendment to the Basic School and Upper Secondary School Act, operating as a critical scrutinizer regarding the law's implementation and its subsequent consequences. The focus is on the pace of the reform's execution and its effect on the sustainability of the education system.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (274 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare and Restore a Militarized Border Guard as a Separate Agency"

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on Riigikogu draft resolution 274 OE, concerning the restoration of the militarized border guard. Specific attention is being paid to the procedural advancement of the bill and the conditions necessary for committee support.
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2024-04-02
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Food Act (378 SE), with the speaker acting as the content and impact controller for the bill. The priority is ensuring the bill's content corresponds to the explanatory memorandum and the mandatory consumer information requirements.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning men of mobilization age from Ukraine in Estonia (No. 619)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is aimed at overseeing the implementation of government policies and measures via interpellation. Specific bills or proposed amendments are not mentioned; instead, the emphasis is placed on scrutinizing the effectiveness of existing policy.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on examining the Latvian immigration law as a model and subsequently implementing its provisions in Estonia. The speaker, who initiated this discussion, is exploring the possibility of tightening the law concerning language requirements to allow for the expulsion of non-compliant individuals.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Legislative focus is currently aimed at improving the regulation of immigration policy and quotas, demanding the closing of existing loopholes. The objective is to implement legislative measures that would guarantee equal working conditions and restore the quota's role as a meaningful labor market regulator.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on analyzing the consequences of introducing the car tax and cutting family benefits. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, demanding the government clarify its legislative planning regarding the interaction of these two policies.
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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

Legislative focus is currently centered on the draft bill (339 SE) proposing amendments to the Status of Members of the Riigikogu Act. This initiative aims to find alternatives for reforming the current system of expense reimbursements. The speaker in question is an active interrogator, demanding specific updates on the procedural progress, particularly concerning the Council of Elders.
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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 legislative focus is on amendments to election laws (the laws governing elections for the Riigikogu, local government, and the European Parliament, Bill 292 SE). The speaker is a strong critic of the existing system and urgently calls for legislative measures to restore public confidence in e-voting.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the rejection of the draft act amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE), initiated by the Environmental Committee. The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft, focusing on the lack of legal clarity and raising detailed questions about the implementation of the provisions (e.g., the failure to apply the noise target value).
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2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently centered on the Riigikogu Draft Resolution (322 DR), which addresses the development vision for comprehensive national defense and the preparation of a new, extraordinary development plan. The speaker is participating in this process as an inquirer, aiming to understand the influence of previous development plans on the current draft resolution.
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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 for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is currently on Riigikogu Draft Resolution 283 OE, which addresses a proposal to the government aimed at increasing the birth rate of the Estonian population. The speaker is actively participating in the debate on the draft, raising critical questions about the current family policy.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the VAT reduction bill (272 OE), which aims to alleviate the impact of inflation by lowering the VAT on foodstuffs and medicines. The speaker is acting as a proponent of the bill, raising questions regarding its social impact.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE), which concerns background checks for members of the government. The speaker supports the draft act and is actively inquiring about the committee's working procedures and the justifications for why the bill was rejected.
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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 legislative focus is on amending the Local Government Organization Act (Draft 289 SE). The politician is acting in an interrogative role, seeking to clarify whether the proposed bill is capable of solving specific local-level problems and why the draft was previously rejected.
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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 legislative focus is centered on the critical analysis of the motor vehicle tax bill and highlighting its negative social consequences. The speaker is actively opposing the draft legislation, raising pointed questions regarding its true impact.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning business activities originating in Estonia and related to Russia during the War in Ukraine (No. 598)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on holding the executive branch accountable through an interpellation, highlighting the deficiencies in the enforcement of existing sanction policies. The objective is to compel the government to take more decisive steps to halt trade that is subject to sanctions.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker is exercising Parliament's oversight function by submitting a formal query regarding the government's demographic and immigration policies. The focus is on demanding the fulfillment of constitutional objectives.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE). The speaker's role is that of an inquirer, who is examining the bill's impact on citizenship application processes and integration.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law Enforcement Act (163 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Law Enforcement Act (163 SE), which seeks to regulate or outright ban face coverings. The speaker is a staunch proponent of this bill, citing both security and social arguments, and referencing the practices observed in Nordic countries.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Draft Act (379 SE) on the Amendment of the Tax Information Exchange Act, the Taxation Procedure Act, and the Income Tax Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on Draft Bill 379 SE, which deals with the exchange of tax information and tax procedure. The speaker is taking an investigative role, seeking to clarify whether the names of the business entities slated for public disclosure were discussed within the framework of the bill.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Estonia and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan for the Avoidance of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and the Prevention of Tax Evasion and Fiscal Fraud, and the Protocol thereto (368 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the ratification of international treaties, specifically the processing of the Agreement between Estonia and Pakistan for the Avoidance of Double Taxation (368 SE). The Speaker acts as a supervisor, demanding clarity of data and accountability in the legislative process.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the deliberation of the Bill amending the Organisation of Energy Management Act and other acts (356 SE). The speaker acts as a critical scrutinizer of the bill, concentrating on procedural deficiencies in lawmaking and the involvement of stakeholders.
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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 legislative focus is currently on the critical monitoring of the implementation of the education reforms stemming from the national long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035." The speaker is acting as an opponent of the reform, demanding measures to mitigate potential negative consequences and calling for accountability.
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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

The legislative focus is directed, via interpellation, toward the monitoring of policies regarding gender equality and equal treatment. The speaker is more in the role of a challenger or questioner, concentrating on the ethical regulation of medical procedures.
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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 legislative focus is directed towards the criticism of transport and tax policy, while actively participating in an interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax. The speaker is acting as an opponent or critical questioner regarding the draft bill.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the introduction of the vehicle tax (No. 304)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the government-initiated car tax bill and demanding an analysis of its negative impacts. The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of this initiative, demanding answers regarding the tax's effect on businesses and residents.
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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 on scrutinizing the government's activities within the framework of a parliamentary inquiry concerning the rising cost of living and economic forecasts. The speaker is acting as both an evaluator and a critic of the government's economic policy.
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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 primary legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (Bill 287 SE). The speaker is a strong supporter of this specific legislative initiative and discusses its impact on the political system.
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2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the draft bill (166 SE) amending the Local Government Council Election Act. The speaker is using the debate as a platform to demand further action from the state to increase motivation for language learning and to terminate the funding of Russian-language informational materials provided by local governments.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Estonian Public Broadcasting Act (165 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Estonian Public Broadcasting Act (Bill 165 SE). The presenter will participate in the debate on the bill as a critical interrogator, concentrating on verifying the assertions that form the basis of the draft legislation.
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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

Legislative focus is currently centered on the draft bill to amend the Value-Added Tax Act (286 SE), which aims to reduce the VAT rate on food products. The speaker strongly supports this initiative but is seeking clarification on its potential impact on the economy and local governments, particularly regarding funding for school lunches.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the foreign policy debate, which has been initiated as a matter of significant national importance. Specific bills, amendments, or legislative priorities are not mentioned.
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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 legislative focus centers on the draft act amending the Income Tax Act (230 SE) and the related issue of bank taxation. The speaker is clearly a proponent of this bill, which provides for the taxation of banks, and criticizes the opposing direction.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill (217 SE) to Amend the Income Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker's focus is shifted away from the legislative draft (the Draft Act amending the Income Tax Act), concentrating instead on political responsibility and ethics. Evidence is lacking regarding either support for or opposition to legislative priorities or the substance of the bill.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill Amending the Act on the Restriction of Acquisition of Immovable Property (284 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The primary legislative focus is the adoption of the draft Act amending the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (Bill 284 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, emphasizing that the current legislation is outdated and requires immediate tightening due to the security situation.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on the consequences of policy and government accountability (formal inquiry), not on initiating or supporting specific bills.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (125 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 125 SE) to adjust the rate of tax-exempt compensation. The speaker is a supporter of the draft bill, emphasizing its necessity in light of rising fuel prices.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (237 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Duty Act (Bill 237 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent of this specific bill, which aims to lower the excise duty on motor liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Medicines Act (Bill 162 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the debate surrounding the Draft Act amending the Medicinal Products Act (162 SE). The speaker is using the first reading of the bill as a platform to raise the question of the ethics of advertising COVID-19 vaccines.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on monitoring the implementation and effectiveness of existing policy (the public sector innovation fund), rather than initiating new legal acts.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on the critical analysis of the proposed motor vehicle tax bill. The speaker is acting as an interrogator, demanding that the bill be differentiated based on residency to ensure equity for residents in rural areas.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the implementation of the European Union's mandatory renovation directive and challenging its feasibility. The speaker positions himself as a critic and opponent of the existing legislation, stressing that non-compliance with these obligations will lead to a decrease in property values.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (107 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 107 SE), which seeks to modify the version that came into effect in 2023. The speaker is the initiator/proponent of the draft legislation, emphasizing its objective to reduce the tax burden.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Water Act (346 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is the rejection of the draft amendment to the Water Act (346 SE), concentrating on provisions concerning the definition of reclaimed water and the replacement of the environmental permit with a registration procedure. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill and the initiator of the motion for its rejection, highlighting procedural shortcomings (the lack of VTK).
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on Riigikogu Draft Resolution 104 OE, which concerns the removal of the Bronze Soldier statue from public space. The speaker is a strong supporter of the draft, offering arguments in favor of its adoption and refuting objections.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is directed toward the implementation and oversight of existing legislation, particularly concerning the validity of temporary protection status and compliance with its conditions.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Not enough data
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is directed at the shortcomings of the existing legal framework that impede the handover of men of mobilization age. The speaker is critical of the existing situation rather than being the proponent of a specific new draft bill.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the wartime indirect fire capability of the Defense Forces (No. 72)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The priority is the budgetary oversight and implementation schedule for the government's major financial commitments (aid to Ukraine). The focus is on the transparency of budget execution and foreign policy expenditures.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the oversight and implementation of education policy, which is carried out through the mechanism of interpellation. The speaker is involved in raising issues concerning policy implementation, acting more as an overseer than an initiator.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Vital Statistics Act (106 SE). The speaker acts as a critical questioner, emphasizing the law's shortcomings regarding awareness and gender equality in relation to the registration of home births.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Closure of Rural Schools (No. 406)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is placed on scrutinizing government policy and ministry decisions via formal inquiry (interpellation). The speaker does not introduce direct legislative bills, but rather requests information concerning the consideration of existing political proposals that have been submitted by third parties.
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2024-01-08
Interpellation concerning the amendment of the Family Law (No. 256)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is opposing the draft amendment to the Family Law Act and submitting a related interpellation. The speaker is acting against the proposed legislation, demanding answers regarding both the underlying value issues and the technical gaps in the new Artificial Insemination Act.
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