By Agendas: Reili Rand

Total Agendas: 68

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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

There is too little data.
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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 speaker points to several bills introduced by the Social Democrats, demonstrating a willingness for legislative cooperation among the opposition parties. However, it is stressed that the government has rejected these offers of cooperation.
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2025-10-08
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The style of interaction is rather confrontational, involving sharp questions directed at the rapporteur and challenging the grand rhetoric of a colleague (Aivar Kokk) regarding family policy. At the same time, a willingness is demonstrated to acknowledge shared views, such as the fact that the tax hump has become obsolete. The speaker emphasizes the clear and unified position of their party (the Social Democrats) on family policy.
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2025-10-07
Interpellation concerning the unspent budget funds of the Ministry of Education and Research (No. 805)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the insufficient state funding of school meals and the resulting inequality (No. 797)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Cooperation was mentioned within the Social Democratic Party faction during the signing of the inquiry. The Minister is required to cooperate with the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture to support Estonian food security and local production through the school meal system. There are no references to a willingness to compromise with the coalition.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the transfer of Swedish criminals to Estonia (No. 803)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data.
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2025-09-25
Debate on the key national issue "The impact of price rises on economic competitiveness and people's livelihoods: What to do?"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker is actively seeking recommendations and solutions from the presenter ("What might your messages and recommendations be?"). This demonstrates a willingness to listen to expert opinions and seek solutions for reducing the domestic divide.
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2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The collaborative style is open and respectful, acknowledging the Minister’s stance on regional autonomy. This signals a willingness for constructive dialogue and the acceptance of political ideas, even when challenging questions are posed.
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2025-09-24
The impact of taxes on the economy

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient data
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker referred to the readiness to amend the fast-tracked law in parliament, noting the Social Democrats' willingness to cooperate even during the summer recess. This demonstrates an openness to swift, cross-party legislation when it is necessary to preserve the tools available to the police.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry regarding the ferry connection to the Estonian islands (no. 789)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker opens by appealing to all colleagues to visit the islands, citing a desire for a shared experience concerning the ferry service. The speech makes no mention of direct cooperation or seeking compromise with other political forces, focusing instead on analyzing the minister's responses.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate by continuing and elaborating on the question posed by his good colleague, Andres Hanimäe, which suggests coordinated intra-factional activity regarding the submission of the interpellation.
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2025-09-22
Request for information regarding the establishment of a business council and the potential conflicts of interest of its members (no. 788)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The collaborative approach highlights the need for broader involvement of representative organizations, as the issues they have raised for years (e.g., reducing bureaucracy) have only now found a solution. It is also proposed that new councils be established to include various interest groups (e.g., environmental associations, local governments).
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Basic and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (620 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

There is insufficient data.
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act (659 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

It strongly emphasizes the need for cross-party cooperation, urging all Riigikogu members to support the draft legislation and jointly identify funding sources. It also expresses a willingness to work with the Reform Party during the budget procedure to find a solution for increasing family benefits.
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2025-09-17
Education policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

No data available
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2025-09-17
Health Insurance Fund deficit

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

Insufficient data.
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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 style of cooperation is very open and respectful, starting with recognizing the work of the Chancellor of Justice and seeking his/her legal opinion. The speaker also refers to an analysis prepared by the Ministry of Social Affairs, which demonstrates a readiness to use the work of government agencies to substantiate their concerns.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding the Development of Nuclear Energy in Estonia (No. 786)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

No data available.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker does acknowledge the common goal (increasing the economy's added value), but immediately uses this as a basis to highlight a political rift. There is no data available regarding the willingness to cooperate.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is respectful, addressing the minister politely and seeking proactive solutions from them. The capacity for cooperation is also demonstrated by the recognition of the effective work done by the former Minister of Public Administration (Jaak Aab), referring to him as a "good colleague."
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker operates in close cooperation with the Social Democratic faction, submitting initiatives on behalf of colleagues and listing the members of parliament who have signed interpellations (e.g., Anti Allas, Tanel Kiik). They express a clear desire for a cross-party consensus on social policy matters, especially concerning the equal treatment of children and securing the livelihood of families.
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2025-06-18
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on the sharing of credit information (652 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is dialogic, involving asking the presenter questions and requesting them to elaborate on topics concerning potential further steps by the government. The speaker is seeking confirmation and analysis from the government regarding the necessity of these additional measures.
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2025-06-18
Competition Act

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

Insufficient data.
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2025-06-17
Draft Law on the Sharing of Credit Information (652 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker addresses the minister courteously and seeks dialogue, requesting clarification regarding the lengthy implementation period and actively exploring options to expedite the draft legislation. This demonstrates a readiness to find solutions and collaborate, notwithstanding the critical tone concerning the schedule.
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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 speaker criticizes the minister's closed policy-making style and stresses the necessity of involving relevant sector institutions and specialists (e.g., the commissioner) in the drafting of legislation. This indicates a preference for broad-based and transparent cooperation, which is currently being disregarded by the government.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of social dialogue and negotiations with labor market parties in the legislative process, referencing a previous agreement regarding a target-group-specific solution. In the current context, the government is criticized for completely abandoning cooperation, as the expansion was carried out without discussion.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker presents the positions and draft legislation of the Social Democratic faction, highlighting their fundamental commitment to supporting families. Information regarding their openness to compromise or cross-party cooperation is absent, as the primary focus is on offering a contrasting alternative.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The speaker spoke favorably of the Social Democrats, specifically citing the amendment they put forward regarding the introduction of the original draft text. This indicates a readiness to cooperate with other opposition parties in formulating specific legislative solutions.
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2025-06-05
Discussion of the significant national issue initiated by the Economics Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The speakers reference previous cooperation and consensus, citing the policy developed under the guidance of the former regional minister and solutions mentioned by colleagues, such as tax exemptions. They are seeking recommendations from the rapporteur, which demonstrates an openness to expert opinions.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

No data available
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Establishment of Tallinn Hospital (no 762)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Data is scarce.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

There is not enough data.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The speaker emphasized the need for closer and more considerate cooperation with the sector's representative organizations, noting that dozens of organizations have mobilized following the minister's public statements. Reference was also made to the official working group established by the ministry, whose work the minister's statements contradict.
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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

Demonstrates collaboration with colleagues by acknowledging the significance of the question Riina raised and affirming that they share the same concern, noting that the colleague essentially took the words right out of their mouth.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Insufficient data.
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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.

No data available
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Not enough data
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Not enough data.
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2025-05-19
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

No data available
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The collaborative style is expressed through direct and formal dialogue with the minister in a question-and-answer format. Information regarding the willingness to cooperate or compromise with other factions is lacking.
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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 speaker represents the position of the Social Democrats, who support measures aimed at achieving gender balance. Information regarding the willingness to cooperate or seek compromises with other parties is absent, as the focus remains on criticizing opponents.
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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 speaker clearly represents the position of their parliamentary group (Social Democrats), emphasizing a collective, values-based decision. There is no indication of a willingness to compromise or engage in cross-party cooperation regarding the resolution of this issue.
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2025-05-14
On the Management of the Ministry of Defence

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

No data available
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Basic Education Act, the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia, and other laws related thereto (establishing the obligation to attend school) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

It recognizes positive prior initiatives, such as the establishment of the organic food subsidy under the minister’s leadership, indicating a readiness to acknowledge previous achievements. It actively seeks cooperation and initiatives from the Rural Affairs Committee to address the school food issue.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The necessity for cross-sectoral cooperation within the governing coalition and with the Minister of Finance is stressed, given that this is a complex and cross-cutting issue. Close cooperation with local governments, businesses, and community leaders in Hiiumaa and Saaremaa is also highlighted, whose proposals are being represented.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
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2025-05-06
Inquiry Regarding the Disruption of Railway Construction in Rohuküla (No. 731)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker positively referenced the work of former regional ministers Madis Kallas and Piret Hartman in developing the concept for the public transport reform. There is currently no information available regarding the level of inter-party cooperation or willingness to compromise.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is working collaboratively, addressing the issue raised by colleague Anti Allas from a different perspective, thereby demonstrating internal coherence. Furthermore, recognition is given to the work done by the previous government's minister (Piret Hartman) in the area of regional policy.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, or regarding occasional work contracts (no. 735)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Data is scarce.
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2025-04-23
Draft law (583 SE) for the second reading on 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(1) of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker, representing the Social Democrats, urges the members of the Riigikogu to support the adoption of the bill, emphasizing the necessity of taking a unified step. This demonstrates a desire to achieve broad-based support in resolving this important human rights issue.
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2025-04-23
Gender pay gap

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The speaker references the previous coalition government, but the current style is clearly oppositional and challenging, focusing on demanding accountability. There is no indication of any willingness to cooperate or seek compromises.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker emphasizes the necessity of cooperation, urging the state, local municipalities, and the community to act jointly in establishing cultural conditions. This indicates a preference for a multi-tiered partnership when financing and developing cultural facilities.
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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 speaker points to previous difficulties with coalition partners (the Reform Party and Isamaa couldn't get anything done together with the Social Democrats). There is no information regarding the current openness to compromises or cross-party cooperation.
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2025-04-09
Tallinn Hospital and Healthcare Funding

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

There is too little data.
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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 speaker emphasized the successful cooperation with Riina Sikkut and the work of the Social Democrats, thanks to which the principles of gender balance were also written into the ownership policy guidelines for state-owned companies. This indicates a readiness to cooperate with colleagues who share similar values in order to expand the policy into the public sector.
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2025-03-26
Tax policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient Data
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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 speaker is acting on behalf of the Social Democratic faction, urging all Riigikogu members to support the ratification in order to settle the decades-long moral debt owed to Estonian women. Despite strong opposition, the objective remains achieving broad-based support for the bill.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

Expresses readiness to cooperate in processing the legislation, sharing pleasure that the draft bill has reached the floor. Addresses the minister to find solutions, indicating an expectation of action on the part of the government.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Defence Forces Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (strengthening maritime security) - first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The Social Democrats support the passage of the draft bill on the first reading and call upon the Riigikogu to address it substantively and thoroughly in the National Defence Committee. This indicates a desire for constructive and detailed lawmaking at the committee level. The need to update international maritime law is also mentioned, but it is emphasized that Estonia must first put its own house in order.
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2024-06-12
Second Reading of the Riigikogu Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

There is too little data.
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The speaker is collaborative, thanking the presenter and supporting the raising of the topic as a collective effort. He/She seeks guidance from the presenter regarding joint legislative action ("which we here in the legislative body could take up more seriously"), indicating a desire to find a broad-based solution.
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2024-04-09
First Reading of the Draft Law on Debt Collectors and Debt Purchasers (376 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker emphasizes cooperation, expressing pleasure that the regulation was "undertaken jointly." The style of collaboration is open and supportive, seeking information from the minister and requesting assistance in speeding up the process, rather than resorting to confrontation.
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