By Plenary Sessions: Henn Põlluaas

Total Sessions: 6

Fully Profiled: 6

2024-02-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The primary focus is on the local government level, particularly the instability of electoral alliances and the relationship between local authorities and the state. Examples from Tallinn (specifically the Lasnamäe votes) and Narva are cited to illustrate the negative impact of non-citizen voting rights on local governance. He stresses that the government acts as a "taskmaster" (kupjas) toward local governments, imposing obligations on them without providing financial backing.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is predominantly national, centered on the preservation of the Estonian state language and national statehood. Regional problems are highlighted within the context of local municipalities where the language law is violated (referencing councils where work is conducted in Russian). Furthermore, an international comparison with Latvia and Finland is introduced, alongside the topic of European Union agricultural subsidies.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is clearly on national economic issues, such as the impact of tax increases on the Estonian economy and inflation. Specific regional topics are absent.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is predominantly international and national, concentrating on Estonia’s position as a frontline state, NATO allies (the US, Great Britain), and relations with Russia (territorial integrity, occupied territories). The regional focus also includes the closure of consulates in the US (San Francisco, New York), which negatively impacts communication with the US and the Estonian diaspora communities.
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on the freedom of choice and health of Estonian consumers, emphasizing the lack of a tradition of eating insects "in the Estonian and European cultural space." Reference is also made to other EU countries (Italy, Hungary) regarding similar regulations, in order to demonstrate the international context of the draft bill.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The regional focus is clearly international and geared towards neighboring countries. Specific emphasis is placed on the Baltic states and Finland to find solutions to a shared problem.