By Agendas: Henn Põlluaas

Total Agendas: 111

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2025-10-13
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Act on Simplified Taxation of Business Income and the Income Tax Act, and the Act on the Repeal of the Security Tax Act and the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 734 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The criticism is directed against the government’s policy, particularly focusing on the economic arguments (the impact of VAT) and the limited scope of the tax benefits. The opposition is politically motivated, centering on issues of inefficiency and inconsistency, and questioning why the benefit applies to only eight NGOs.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The confrontation is directed straight at the minister and the government, criticizing their political assessment (the claim that prices are cheap) and the proposed solutions. The criticism is intense and accuses the government of ignoring people's ability to cope and underestimating their situation. The opposition is based on policy and attitude.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary opposition targets the budgetary policy of the minister and the government, specifically its decision to cut the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' budget while increasing development aid. The criticism is intense, addressing both the political substance and the minister's procedural conduct, accusing him of evading questions, straying from the topic, and disrespecting the Riigikogu.
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2025-10-06
Inquiry regarding Ukrainian refugees, especially men of mobilization age (No. 794)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The opposing stance is highly critical, accusing the opponent of demagoguery, misrepresentation, and outright lying regarding social benefits for Ukrainian refugees. The attacks are intense and focus on the falsity of the opposing side’s claims, employing an accusatory tone.
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2025-09-24
Draft law amending the Motor Vehicle Insurance Act (649 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

There is not enough data.
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2025-09-23
Draft Law Amending the Waste Act (676 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

The criticism is aimed at the proponents of the draft bill, who are accused of making naive assumptions about production costs and failing to conduct a necessary cost-benefit analysis. The opposition is intense and centers on the financial immaturity and lack of transparency of the policy. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure.
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the board of Slava Ukraini and the political forces Eesti 200 and Parempoolsed (The Right-wing), who are accused of political collusion. The criticism is sharp and personal, citing the friendship between Ilmar Raag and Maria Lehtme's mother, which points to a conflict of interest. The opposition is directed both at political corruption and procedural failure in filing the claim for damages.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The main criticism is aimed at the state/government, which is accused of impeding the development of the defense industry due to a lack of purchase guarantees. The criticism is intense and centers on the political inability to meet investors' basic requirements, which in turn stifles the inflow of crucial investments.
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2025-09-10
First reading of the draft law on civil crisis and state defense

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

No direct opposition or criticism is voiced; the speaker poses questions to the minister regarding the financial logic and compensation mechanisms of the draft bill. The questions focus on the clarity of the policy's implementation, rather than fundamentally opposing the policy itself.
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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 main criticism is leveled against the sponsors of the draft bill and the committee, accusing them of procedural violations (the absence of an impact assessment and the failure to discuss the topic within the committee). The intensity is high, with critics claiming that such a deficient draft bill is completely without justification. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy (costs) and the correctness of the procedure.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

Criticism is directed at the Ministry of Defense, which is accused of inaction and delaying the implementation of the "Estonia 2035" strategy concerning the issue of landmines. The disagreement centers on policy and procedure, emphasizing that a correct decision made previously has been left without an action plan.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary opponents are the Riigikogu Presidium and its committees, which face sharp criticism for procedural violations, making unlawful decisions, and breaking commitments. The criticism is largely procedural, specifically accusing the Presidium of deliberately acting to defeat opposition bills by scheduling them for a vote on days when quorum is low. Furthermore, there is strong resistance to the government's tax policy.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) – third reading (603 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is leveled against the coalition that initiated the draft legislation. Critics accuse the coalition of showing a lack of confidence in the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) and the ministries, and of jeopardizing national security. The criticism focuses on both policy and procedure, stressing that the bill makes it easier for "suspicious" and "Estonia-hostile" contingents to gain entry to Estonia. A separate concern highlighted is the threat of mass litigation brought by Russian and Belarusian citizens.
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2025-06-16
Investigation into the dissemination of misleading information to the public (no. 765)

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary criticism is directed at the government or the ministry that decided to classify the targets of the attack, accusing them of procedural impropriety and a lack of transparency. Criticism is also leveled against those who spread conspiracy theories and Putin’s narratives, as well as those attempting to exploit the incident for domestic political gain. The criticism is intense and demands accountability.
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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 criticism is aimed at the consequences of the draft bill, which allow environmental services, based on contracts signed with local municipalities, to charge fees for services that have not been provided. The opposition is focused on unfair billing practices and the forced imposition of services.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Prime Minister and the government, who are directly accused of lying and poor economic management. The criticism is both political (tax hikes, reduction of subsidies) and personal (lying), and the intensity of the attack is very high. No willingness to compromise is evident.
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2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are those who present emotional arguments supporting the ban on anti-personnel mines and who backed joining the convention in 2004, completely ignoring the military aspect. The criticism is intense and politically driven, accusing the opponents of naivety and being unrealistic ("utter nonsense"). They see no possibility for compromise regarding military expediency.
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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 opposition is directed at regulatory policy and the accompanying "green frenzy," which endangers the economic and technical sustainability of aviation. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the rising costs and technical incompatibility caused by these regulations.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party, the Social Democrats (Sven Mikser), and Estonia 200, all of whom are sharply criticized for historical errors and for rejecting the withdrawal from the convention last year. The criticism is both political and personal, accusing the opponents of populism, wishful thinking, and a lack of connection to reality. The speaker also hints that the foreign pressure to join the convention might have been "orchestrated from Moscow."
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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 criticism is aimed at a wide range of groups, including the Social Democrats (in connection with offshore wind farm subsidies) and the current "right-wing government," which is accused of suspending the subsidies rather than canceling them outright. Opponents are further accused of spreading falsehoods and intentionally destroying the nation's economy through high energy prices.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opposition is aimed at the government's fiscal policy and the transparency of funding, directly raising questions about future tax hikes and alternative solutions. The criticism is policy-based and focuses on demanding accountability regarding the sources of funding for defense spending.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary confrontation is directed at the government and the responsible minister, whose actions are considered ineffective. The criticism addresses shortcomings in both the implementation and the substance of the policy, directly questioning the government's capability to execute relevant policy.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary opposition is aimed at the government, which is sharply criticized for imposing unfunded mandates on local municipalities. The criticism is policy-driven and intense, calling into question the government's ability to understand and resolve the situation.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents have been branded as "utopians," criticized for promoting unrealistic 100% renewable energy goals. The criticism is intense and uses strong labels to discredit the adversaries, calling into question their reasonableness.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) – first reading (603 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main targets of criticism are the bill's supporters, the European Court of Justice, and far-left ideological pressure that promotes mass immigration as a human right. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, focusing on the threats posed to the country's internal security, foreign policy, and the efficiency of the judicial system. The speaker proposes rejecting the draft legislation outright, ruling out any possibility of compromise.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the proponents of the current energy policy, who are accused of presenting demagogic and false assessments regarding the expense of fossil fuels. The opposition is intense and focuses on the economic unfairness of the policy and the securing of supply reliability.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Foreign Relations Act and, in consequence, amending other acts (385 SE), third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary opposition is aimed at the government (the executive branch), which stands accused of restricting the Riigikogu’s authority and effectively abolishing the legislative power. The criticism is intense, centering on procedural and constitutional violations, and alleges that the government is seeking sole jurisdiction. This resistance is specifically directed at Bill 385, which curtails the rights of the Riigikogu.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the explosively grown cormorant population (no. 725)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main confrontation is directed at the respondent to the inquiry (the government), which is criticized for using inadequate data and lacking a concrete action plan. The speaker rejects the opposing side's reliance on natural deterrents (sea eagles and jackals) as an insufficient solution.
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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 main opponents are the bill’s supporters, who are accused of submitting to the "lunacies of the left-radicals." The criticism is intense and ideological, questioning the opposing side's attempt to improve society and accusing them of making women unhappy.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at specific political parties, who are sharply criticized for political inconsistency, while simultaneously demanding both the retention of gun permits and the expansion of suffrage for Russian/Belarusian citizens. The criticism is intense and accuses opponents of employing dangerous rhetoric (the threat of the "fifth column").
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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 primary adversary is the government and coalition led by the Reform Party, which stands accused of neglecting the demographic crisis and undermining family policy. The criticism is intense, focusing both on specific political decisions (such as cutting subsidies) and on a fundamental conflict of values (the disregard for family values in their campaigns). No willingness to compromise has been expressed.
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2025-03-10
Inquiry Regarding the Procurement of Ammunition (no. 714)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main criticism is directed at the government coalition and the ministers (defense, foreign affairs, prime minister) for their inactivity and indecisiveness regarding the establishment of an ammunition factory. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, also accusing the government of failing to emphasize Estonia's status as a frontline state during international meetings. The defense minister's departure from the session is considered extremely regrettable and indicative of a lack of interest.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is no opposition; the criticism is aimed rather at the lack of natural balance and the negative impact resulting from the uncontrolled proliferation of cormorants.
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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

Strong opposition is aimed at the coalition parties (the Reform Party, Estonia 200), who are accused of engaging in two-faced political games and deliberately stalling the proceedings. Separately, the Social Democrats (Socs) are criticized for demanding that non-citizens retain their voting rights. The criticism focuses both on policy and procedure, deeming the coalition's actions absolutely unacceptable.
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2025-01-30
Draft law amending § 5 of the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (530 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.

The main adversaries are the coalition parties (the SDE, the Reform Party, Eesti 200). They face criticism both for their political decisions (such as retaining voting rights for "grey passport holders") and their procedural tactics ("steamroller politics," refusing to cooperate). The Social Democrats are directly accused of "clearly pro-Russian blackmail," and the Reform Party is accused of capitulating to it. The criticism is intense and questions the opponents' real motives, implying that the coalition's objective might be to ensure the constitutional amendment fails.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary adversaries are those attempting to normalize gender identity deviation and introduce it at the elementary school level. The criticism is intense and values-based, accusing the opposing side of causing psychological problems for children and intentionally confusing them.
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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 opposition is aimed at the government, which is being criticized both for supporting the car tax and for refusing to provide justification for that support. The attacks are intense, accusing the government of financial exploitation and dishonesty. The criticism is both policy-based and procedural (the lack of justification), and no willingness to compromise has been expressed.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the government, which stands accused of inaction and delay in financing national defense, employing arguments similar to those used before the Second World War ('we don't have the money'). The criticism is intense and highly political, connecting the government's procrastination with the risk of the state's collapse.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

There is no direct opposition or attacks against specific opponents. The criticism is aimed at the draft bill's inadequate solutions for handling complex administrative situations, which create an unfair burden on citizens.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The confrontation is directed against the government, criticizing the lack of transparency and the instability of its decision-making processes. The criticism is both procedural and political, stressing that the government’s promises are unreliable and decisions can come "out of the blue."
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2024-12-09
Inquiries Regarding Estonia's Conduct at the United Nations General Assembly (no. 663)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The primary targets are the Minister (implicitly the Foreign Minister) and Chancellor Vseviov, who stand accused of formulating a stance while circumventing the government and disregarding the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The criticism is intense and sharp, centering on both the political strategy (which has been labeled absurd) and their personal conduct (arrogance and refusal to respond).
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2024-12-05
Draft law amending the Citizenship Act (522 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

The criticism targets the inaction of the system and specific agencies (such as the PPA), which has permitted criminals to acquire citizenship and allowed the anomalies of dual citizenship to persist. The attacks focus on the ineffective implementation of policy and the minimal application of existing laws, particularly regarding the revocation of citizenship acquired through naturalization.
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2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Strong criticism is directed at those who claim that the requirement for Estonian-language groups is unconstitutional and discriminates against Russian children. The speaker deems such a claim "outrageous" and casts doubt on the adoption of the bill, arguing that it fails to guarantee the rights of Estonian children. The criticism is intense and focuses on the political and ideological opposition to the principles of the draft legislation.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the ruling coalition: the Reform Party, the Social Democrats (Sotsid), and Eesti 200. The criticism is extremely intense, accusing them of destroying the country, lying, and worsening the public's ability to cope. The coalition is also accused of ignoring the opposition’s proposals and ruling out any compromise ("we are just steamrolling ahead").
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2024-11-07
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)

15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The confrontation targets those who oppose the creation of the investigative committee, considering their justification (the State Audit Office's earlier investigation) inadequate. The criticism is procedural and centers on the avoidance of responsibility, asking why there is no interest in clarifying who is to blame for the resulting situation.
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2024-11-06
Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is strong opposition targeting the management of the state budget and the advocacy for performance-based budgeting reform, while simultaneously criticizing the actions taken by Ministry of Finance officials. The criticism itself is rooted in both policy and performance metrics, and it has been expressed with great intensity.
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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 primary target is Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is being criticized for misrepresenting the economic situation and ignoring dissenting voices. The criticism is intense and two-pronged, encompassing both political failure and personal attacks stemming from the minister’s perceived arrogance and his decision to brand members of the Riigikogu (Parliament) as liars.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The dispute is aimed at the narrow focus of the government's or the Minister of the Interior's policy regarding security matters. The criticism is substantive, emphasizing that current legislation or its implementation may not cover all significant threats, such as individuals associated with Islamic extremism.
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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 primary criticism is aimed at Minister of Economic Affairs Tiit Riisalo (Eesti 200), whose assertions regarding the detrimental effect of windfall profit taxation on the business environment are deemed unsubstantiated and lacking in evidence. The criticism focuses on the substantive deficiency of the political arguments themselves.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry regarding the provision of international protection to Ukrainian male citizens who are mobilization-eligible.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary adversaries are government circles, especially Interior Minister Läänemets and former Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who are criticized for the lack of substantive answers and the direct undermining of Ukraine’s defense capabilities. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of unreliable allied conduct and of protecting draft dodgers seemingly from Ukraine.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding the Confiscation of the Estonian Soldier Memorial (no 642)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main targets of criticism are Interior Minister Läänemets and the government, who are being criticized for incompetence, lack of knowledge, and inappropriate response. The criticism is intense and aimed both at procedural errors (such as sending a crane without proper inspection) and at a value-based capitulation to Russian propaganda. The Interior Minister's responses are viewed as belittling the Estonian people.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government and Finance Minister Ligi, who is being criticized for both policy (cuts, tax hikes) and personal behavior. The criticism is intense, ranging from policy issues to procedural shortcomings and personal attacks, with the minister's behavior being labeled as embarrassing. A compromise is ruled out because the Estonian Nationalists and Conservatives Party does not support the draft bill.
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2024-10-16
First reading of the bill (521 AE) on the declaration of the 1944 mass deportation of the Crimean Tatars as an act of genocide

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is no confrontation; criticism is directed exclusively against crimes against humanity and acts of genocide, regardless of when they occurred. No specific political opponent or faction is being criticized.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at the proponents of the draft bill (the minister), criticizing both the justifications they presented and the lack of procedural transparency. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the mismanagement of the budget and the absence of a substantive objective.
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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 main opponent is the government, which is being criticized both for the substance of its policies (the erosion of the sense of security) and for procedural errors (the violation of proper engagement practices). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of indifference toward families and children and of cynical governance.
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2024-10-07
An inquiry regarding internet services offered to people in Estonia (no. 646)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The criticism is directed at telecom companies, who are allegedly keeping prices high despite extensive state funding for infrastructure. The minister is also indirectly criticized, as his explanations for the reasons behind the high prices are deemed insufficient and contradictory.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

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

The primary adversary is an individual or group who compared the monuments erected to Estonian freedom fighters with the monuments dedicated to the occupying Red Army soldiers. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the opponent of slandering and insulting the nation's heroes and setting a bad example for the youth.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

Direct opposition is not being voiced, but strategic planning is criticized for leading to a situation where the ammunition procurement is not matched by a sufficient number of artillery pieces. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, demanding clarification on whether there are plans to establish a credible artillery capability.
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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 main opponents are the coalition parties (Reform Party, Estonia 200, Social Democrats), who are accused of incompetence, implementing left-wing ideology, and ignoring the economic well-being of the Estonian people. The criticism is both political (tax hikes) and procedural, accusing the coalition of violating laws by rejecting proposed amendments. The intensity of the attacks is high, demanding that those responsible be identified and held accountable, and calling for snap elections.
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2024-06-10
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the Defense Forces' wartime engineer capabilities, informed by the experiences of the current stage of the Russia-Ukraine War (No. 607)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The criticism is aimed at the historical decision-makers who, in the speaker’s view, failed to consider military aspects when banning anti-personnel mines in 2004. Russia is mentioned as a state that uses mines very widely in Ukraine, thereby standing in opposition to the countries that have acceded to the convention.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary targets of criticism are the ruling coalition and the prime minister, who stand accused of systematic deceit (breaking promises regarding taxation) and economic destruction. The criticism is intense, focusing both on political decisions and the violation of the principles of parliamentarism and democracy during the handling of legislative amendments. The government's actions are being labeled "cynical" and "malicious."
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The primary opponents are the coalition parties (the Social Democrats, Estonia 200, and the Reform Party), who are being accused of failing to support child protection or favoring ineffective solutions. The criticism is political and intense, questioning the opponents' commitment to domestic legislation and comparing the situation to the regulation of serious crimes.
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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 main adversary is the government and its coalition partners, who are being criticized for loosening their immigration policy. The criticism is both political and procedural, pointing to a specific number of exceptions (20 exceptions to the immigration quota). The speaker questions the government's capacity to support Estonia's competitiveness.
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2024-05-15
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Minister of Climate and their ministry staff, who are being branded as "insane climate fanatics." The criticism is aimed both at the controversial nature of the policy (land exchange) and the ministry's staffing decisions, and it is intense and accusatory.
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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

Strong opposition is directed at the government and the coalition, who are being criticized for their political steps (mass immigration, lack of language requirements) and overall tendencies. The criticism is policy-based and intense, calling into question the suitability of the government's actions for Estonia's future.
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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 main opponent is the minister and the government, who are being sharply criticized for their inaction on several national issues. The criticism is policy-based, but intense, suggesting that the government represents interests that are not in Estonia's best interests.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is directed against the administrators and defenders of the e-voting system, who assert that the system complies with international standards. The criticism is procedural, focusing on the system's inability to meet the requirements set by the Council of Europe, such as guaranteeing the secrecy and immutability of the vote.
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2024-05-08
Second reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of Other Acts Related Thereto (332 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The primary opposition is aimed squarely at the Estonian government, which is being accused of devising a scheme that is legally incompetent, ignores the constitution, and endangers taxpayers. The criticism is intense and focuses on political irresponsibility, dubbing the administration the "government of liars." A compromise regarding the current scheme has been ruled out.
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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 main opponents are the coalition, which is accused of violating the constitution and procedural rules, and pushing through the bill using "law based on arbitrary discretion." The criticism is intense and ideological, claiming that the coalition's goal is to create an "Orwellian dystopian world." Compromise is ruled out, as the speaker refuses to participate in such a world.
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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 primary adversary is the Minister of Education and Research, who is subject to a vote of no confidence, and indirectly, other cabinet members who are accused of obstructing the minister's work through rigid financial policy dogmas. The criticism is sharp and politically weighty, given that a motion of no confidence is being submitted.
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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 primary confrontation is directed against the Reform Party government and the Chairman of the Constitutional Committee, who are being criticized for canceling the international audit and presenting false claims regarding the security of e-elections. The criticism is intense and accusatory, implying that the system's lack of oversight benefits someone, and that the government is not interested in proving its integrity. The specific opponent is Terras, whose statements concerning the OECD are being labeled a "blatant lie."
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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 primary opposition targets the Minister of Culture and the government's cultural policy, criticizing both the substance of the policy (support for minority cultures) and the Minister's manner of response (procedural criticism). The confrontation is intense, accusing the government of endangering Estonian identity and violating the constitution.
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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

There is not enough data.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Unified Estonian School (No. 544)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the ruling coalition: the Reform Party, Eesti 200, and the Social Democrats. The criticism is both political (the unified school system, the abolition of family benefits) and moral, accusing the government of failing to love Estonian children. The intensity of the attacks is at its maximum, accusing the coalition of destroying national identity and committing genocide.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Need to Support Large Families (No. 339)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is the government and the minister, who is being sharply criticized for ignoring the demographic crisis and creating problems. The criticism targets both political decisions (the abolition of the ministerial post and the commission) and procedural incompetence (specifically, the lack of knowledge regarding government commission meetings). The government's actions are being labeled as fearmongering whenever serious problems are brought up.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary adversary is the government/prime minister, who is being criticized for creating bureaucratic "barriers" that impede national defense. The criticism is extremely intense and personal, posing the direct question of whether the government is acting in Putin's interests.
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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 primary confrontation is aimed at the policy of the Riigikogu committee and the government, which essentially integrates Ukrainians into Estonia. The criticism is intense, labeling the committee's logic "absurd" and accusing them of causing a demographic catastrophe. The opposition is grounded in both policy and logic.
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2024-04-02
Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary targets of criticism are the Minister of the Interior and the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA), whose actions are being labeled as incompetent and inadequate. The criticism focuses both on procedural mistakes (specifically, failing to recognize a member of Parliament) and the political protection the minister provides them. The intensity of the criticism is high, as the speaker categorically refutes the minister's arguments.
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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 primary opponents are Interior Minister Lauri (SocDems) and the government as a whole, who stand accused of dismantling the Estonian state and flooding the country with immigration. The criticism is intense, personal, and rooted in core values, accusing the opponents of lacking patriotism and leading the Estonian people toward extinction. Compromise is ruled out entirely, as the government’s activities are deemed criminal.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary opponent is the minister, and indirectly Prime Minister Kallas, whose policies are viewed as controversial and overly expensive for the country. The criticism focuses on the substance of the policy, particularly the high national expense associated with supporting Ukrainians, and calls are being made to follow the example set by other nations.
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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

The primary criticism is aimed at the Government of the Republic and specifically two ministers (Riisalo), whose views are deemed unacceptable. The critique is policy-driven, centering on plans to increase immigration, and is intense, labeling the government's approach "criminal."
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2024-04-01
Interpellation regarding the non-payment of salaries to teachers (No. 601)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed squarely at the prime minister and the government, who are being criticized for shirking responsibility when initiating the reduction of family benefits. The criticism is both procedural and policy-driven, challenging the attempt to delegate accountability to the Riigikogu (Parliament).
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary opposition is aimed squarely at the government, particularly Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and the Minister of Finance, who stand accused of lowering families' standard of living and engaging in pathological lying. The criticism is intense, ranging from political decisions (such as cutting benefits) to personal accusations (lying and criminal tendencies).
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2024-03-20
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main criticism is directed at the coalition, which is being accused of selective participation in the work of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The criticism is procedural and carries an ethical undertone, highlighting the coalition's rapid activation whenever the topic involves the money and expense compensations of Parliament members.
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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 main opponent is the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who are accused of disregarding public trust and benefiting from suspicious election results. The criticism is intense, labeling the government's tax policy as "tax terror" and calling into question the government's priorities (defending e-elections versus addressing tax outrage).
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2024-03-20
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Defence League Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (335 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The confrontation is directed at the minister and, more broadly, the government and state authorities (the Prosecutor's Office, KaPo), criticizing the late initiation of the supervision procedure. The criticism is procedural and systemic, focusing on the suspicion of the existence of a deep state.
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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 primary criticism targets the government and the military leadership, who are accused of lacking sufficient resolve, foresight, and making irrational decisions (such as refusing landmines and Leopard tanks). The criticism is rooted in policy and procedure, focusing specifically on the removal of key provisions from security documents and the inadequacy of the previous development plan (2021).
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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 primary opponent is the government, which is directly blamed for causing the economic downturn and inflation. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, focusing on the devastating impact of the government-imposed "tax terror" on producers and consumers.
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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 opposition is directed at the government and the coalition, who are being criticized for opposing the necessary security control bill. The criticism is intense, ranging from political disagreement to accusations that the opposing side fears exposure. ("What exactly are the government and the coalition so afraid of?")
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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 primary criticism is aimed at the legislative committee, which is being accused of procedural violations and illogical conduct. The opposition is intense, expressing astonishment that the committee made the decision to reject [the measure] without any thorough discussion or justification.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Prime Minister and the ruling coalition, who are accused of destroying the Estonian people and families. The criticism is intense and multi-layered, encompassing both political accusations (tax terror, mass immigration) and structural decisions (the abolition of the Minister of Population portfolio).
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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

A strong oppositional stance towards the coalition and the government, accusing them of the unjustified and systematic rejection of opposition bills, which number "dozens upon dozens." Criticism is also leveled at the coalition's unclear and potentially dishonest position regarding the restriction of voting rights, referring to the matter as a "frivolous spectacle."
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Local Government Council Election Act and Other Acts (246 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is "the ruling coalition," which faces intense criticism on both political and moral grounds. The coalition is accused of undermining local autonomy and establishing a vertical of power, as well as supporting extremist Islamists regarding the issue of women's oppression. The criticism is directed at both the policies and the values of the coalition.
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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 primary opponents are the liberal parties and the government, who face sharp criticism for their hypocrisy (or "two-facedness") regarding gender equality issues and for allowing discrimination. The opponents are accused of hiding behind flimsy pretexts to avoid supporting the draft legislation, thereby revealing their true colors. The government's vague stance on supporting the bill is particularly criticized, with reference made to the contradictory statements issued by the minister and the committee chairman.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker expresses strong opposition to the substance of the draft bill, which would allow protected species to be harmed in cases of overriding public interest. The criticism is purely political and procedural, focusing on ambiguous definitions and the delegation of decision-making authority.
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2024-03-06
Coalition Agreement

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The main opponent is the government and the prime minister, who are being criticized for opting for a complex and temporary solution regarding the restriction of voting rights. The criticism is intense and centers on the government’s procedural inefficiency and its refusal to implement a simple legislative amendment. The opposition is policy-driven, calling into question the government’s capacity for decision-making.
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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 opposition is directed against extremist Islamist practices and ideologies that force women to hide themselves from the world. The criticism is intense and focuses on the cultural and discriminatory nature of these customs, which are considered abnormal within our cultural sphere.
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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 main confrontation is aimed at the Reform Party and the Minister, who are being sharply criticized ideologically, with comparisons being drawn to the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. Criticism is also leveled at the government's failure to resolve practical inequities stemming from the implementation of the car tax, issues which impact a large segment of the population.
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2024-03-04
Inquiry Concerning the Taxation of Residential Land (No. 527)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opposition is directed at the coalition and the Minister of Finance (Mart Võrklaev). Criticism focuses on the political uncertainty and the government's inability to clearly confirm the timeline for implementing restrictions on tax increases and abolishing tax exemptions, measures that were originally planned for 2024.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the introduction of the vehicle tax (No. 304)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary adversary is the government and the corresponding minister, who is being criticized both for substantive decisions (tax hikes) and procedural failures (failing to answer questions). The resistance is intense and uncompromising, using comparisons to a totalitarian regime to attack the government’s rhetoric.
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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 main opponent is the Prime Minister and the governing coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats), who are accused of destroying the economy and stalling defense expenditures. The criticism is intense, encompassing both political decisions (tax increases, the budget) and personal accusations of lying and incompetence. There is no willingness to compromise, as the opposing side’s positions are labeled as "absurd" and "false."
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the prime minister and the government, who are sharply and personally criticized, earning them the title of "liars." The criticism targets both political assertions (bank solidarity) and factual matters (disregard of the tax law), demanding that the government provide proof for their claims.
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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 opposition's position is highly critical of the ruling coalition, accusing them of engaging in "power politics" and deploying "steamroller tactics," primarily because the coalition has rejected all substantive proposals put forward by the opposition. Regarding the individual parties, the Reform Party is being criticized for an ideological shift and for causing the economic recession, while the Social Democrats are being slammed for forgetting their traditional roots.
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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 main criticism is directed against the ruling coalition, who are accused of underestimating the principle of the Estonian language and national statehood, and preferring multiculturalism. The criticism is intense and values-driven, accusing opponents of supporting mass immigration and dismantling the nation-state. No willingness to compromise is expressed; instead, the need to resist "until the very last possibility" is emphasized.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is the ruling coalition and the "progressive government," who are blamed for plunging the country into massive inflation and a decline in living standards. The criticism is intense and politically charged, raising doubts about the government's commitment to making food more affordable for the public and assisting farmers. The opponents are accused of letting the situation drift.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The opposition's stance is directed toward the critical examination of the economic consequences of tax increases and demanding explanations. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the outcomes of the policy (inflation, economic impact), not individuals.
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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 primary targets of opposition are Kaja Kallas’s government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (particularly Minister Tsahkna), and the liberals, all of whom face criticism for both their political decisions and ethical breaches. The criticism leveled is intense and uncompromising, accusing the government of damaging Estonia’s reputation, enabling Russian business interests, and abandoning the Estonian diaspora by closing consulates. This opposition culminates in a demand for a change of government and immediate snap elections.
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2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponents are ideological circles ("green fanatics," "eco-crazies," "eco-fascists") and members of the Reform Party, who are accused of fooling people, restricting freedom of choice, and spreading "ridiculous conspiracy theories." The criticism is intense, accusing opponents of "utterly idiotic drivel" and demagoguery, and faulting Jürgen Ligi and Valdo for a fundamental lack of understanding.
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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.

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