By Agendas: Valdo Randpere

Total Agendas: 32

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2025-10-09

Discussion of the Crucial National Issue 'The Future of the Estonian Economy'

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

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2025-09-18

Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The criticism is aimed at the Bank of Estonia's previous policy, where they were "tight-fisted" when transferring funds to the state budget, reflecting an earlier sentiment to transfer the minimum possible amount. This is policy- and procedure-based criticism concerning the bank's historical distribution practices.

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2025-09-04

Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The confrontation is directed at an individual (Toomas) and institutions (the Session Department or the Board/Management) who have made an incorrect procedural decision. The criticism is intense and legally justified because, in the speaker’s assessment, the opposing party’s argument (the use of a commentary) is legally invalid. The speaker rules out any compromise on the fundamental question of whether a commentary constitutes law.

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2025-06-18

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the bill's initiators, who are accused of ideological posturing and creating needless bureaucracy. The speaker sharply criticizes the notion that the state should act as a babysitter attempting to regulate every sector. He rejects the idea that the state should compensate victims of fraud for lost money, calling it "a completely backwards concept."

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2025-06-11

Draft law (587 SE) on the accession to the protocol amending the Convention on offences and certain other acts committed on board aircraft - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is a complete lack of opposition, as the speaker emphasized that not a single amendment or substantive question was submitted regarding the draft bill. This indicates widespread approval and the absence of opponents on this particular issue.

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2025-05-15

Draft law (587 SE) on joining the protocol amending the Convention on offences and certain other acts committed on board aircraft

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The criticism is aimed at those who ask imprecise questions (e.g., Rain Epler) or those who approach the bill too ideologically (Helle-Moonika and her ideological allies). He/She criticizes the opponents' inability to see the practical security and legal benefits of the bill.

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2025-04-17

Draft Law Amending the Value Added Tax Act (593 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary opponents are the presenter, whose claims regarding the positive effects of lowering VAT he challenges, and the chair, whom he corrects on a localized factual error. The criticism is direct and intense, focusing on both political premises and factual accuracy.

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2025-04-15

The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The confrontation is primarily directed at the Social Democrats, who are being criticized for fearmongering against changes to labor law, and more broadly at the opposition for evading the topic. The criticism is intense and accuses the opponents of failing to verify what the discussion was about before entering negotiations. The speaker is blunt and dismissive toward the opponents, noting that there is no point in arguing with Poolamets.

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2025-03-12

Draft law amending the Rules of Procedure Act of the Riigikogu (552 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The main opponents are Martin Helme and Mart Helme, who are criticized both for previous improper conduct (ignoring committees) and for distorting historical facts. The criticism is intense and targets both procedure and factual accuracy, accusing the opponents of spreading the false narrative of government usurpation. One speaker also criticizes the committees, which tend to take on matters outside their jurisdiction.

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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

There is no direct confrontation; the criticism is aimed at the government's inaction regarding the initiation of an international agreement, rather than being directed against specific opponents. The speaker also refers to a previous Estonian legislative error, where a clause of the international agreement was omitted during the revision of the law.

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2025-02-12

Draft law amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and other laws (optimization of court proceedings and publicity of court decisions) (560 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

He criticizes the opposition on procedural grounds, accusing them of wasting the day on a fruitless no-confidence motion against the Prime Minister, instead of focusing on substantive legislative work. The criticism is rather incidental and focuses primarily on work organization. He also notes that even those who have previously been skeptical of the courts were in complete agreement regarding this particular draft bill.

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2025-01-15

Draft resolution "Proposal to the Government of the Republic of Estonia to allocate funds for co-financing Tallinna Hospital" (498 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Centre Party, which is being criticized for its constant complaining and its failure to acknowledge historical responsibility. The attacks are intense and characterize the opposition's conduct as unreasonable, suggesting that their "period of reason and conciliation" has ended. The criticism is both political (bullying) and procedural (deadlines).

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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 primary opponents are the Centre Party and EKRE, whose sincerity regarding issues of corruption and security is being called into question. The criticism targets their hidden motives concerning Rail Baltic, alleging that they are using the commission merely to voice their opposition. The speaker vehemently denies the false statements about military service attributed to him by EKRE representative Anti Poolamets.

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2024-10-08

Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main opponent is Kalle, the initiator of the bill, whose proposal is being criticized as legally incompetent and overly harsh. The criticism is both substantive and procedural, arguing that Kalle’s bill would criminalize ministers too easily and resembles the hate speech law. Furthermore, Lauri Laats’s actions and the lack of consistency between his words and deeds are also being criticized.

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2024-06-04

Third reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The criticism is directed specifically against Andrei Korobeinik and is personal in nature, expressing strong regret over having invited him into politics. The attack is intense and focuses on the opponent's past.

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2024-05-30

First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Penal Code (411 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The direct criticism is aimed at Kalle Grünthal, the initiator of the bill, for his overly harsh penalty requirements and previous irrelevant initiatives. He also broadly criticizes Estonian social and media practices where people are branded as guilty before a court decision has even become final.

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2024-05-08

The political situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main criticism is directed at the leaders of the Riigikogu committees and the Riigikogu Board, who allow the committees to exceed their legal competence. The criticism is procedural and focuses on the violation of the rules of procedure and inefficiency, citing as an example the repeated debate of the car tax in the Budget Control Committee.

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2024-05-07

First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at the National Heritage Board, whose authority and activities are considered unreasonable and obstructive. The criticism is focused on policy and procedure, accusing the agency of protecting an object of no value and stalling the development of the city center. The government is also indirectly criticized for failing to find a solution to the situation.

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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 Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main opponent is the EKRE faction, specifically Kert Kingo, who is being sharply criticized for both the political substance (a desire to interfere politically) and the procedure (submitting and then withdrawing 50 amendments). She, in turn, accuses her opponents of incompetence and wasting time, pointing out that the current Prosecutor General, Andres Parmas, was appointed during the EKRE government's tenure. The criticism is intense and often personal in tone, frequently calling into question the opponent's knowledge.

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2024-03-20

Second Reading of the Draft Act (Bill 362 SE) on the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation on Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil, Family, and Criminal Matters

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main criticism is aimed at the government and legal system of the Russian Federation, which are accused of selectively providing legal assistance and obstructing Estonian money laundering investigations. Criticism regarding domestic politicians is mild, mentioning Mart Maastik's "half-baked or paltry" amendment proposal, which he himself subsequently withdrew.

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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 opposition is directed at the proponent of the VAT reduction bill, who is accused of misinterpreting the tax reform as a class struggle. The criticism is intense and focuses both on the substance of the policy (the VAT reduction also benefits the wealthy) and on the opponent's insufficient understanding of the actual effect of abolishing the tax bulge.

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2024-02-21

First Reading of the Draft Law on the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation on Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil, Family, and Criminal Matters (362 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is aimed at the Russian Federation, which is viewed as an untrustworthy treaty partner that has no intention of ever honoring agreements. The domestic opposition (Eduard Odinets, Varro Vooglaid) raised questions regarding the potential consequences for Estonian citizens, but their concerns were dismissed, citing the inherent unreliability of the Russian system.

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2024-02-14

First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The text sharply criticizes the credibility of Isamaa politicians Urmas Reinsalu and Jaanus Karilaid, highlighting their past mistakes (such as the tax shifting to Latvia) and their hypocrisy. Martin Helme is also mentioned regarding the intensity of the opposition (the "whistleblowing"). The criticism is primarily aimed at the politicians' past actions and overall believability.

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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 opponent is Henn and the EKRE faction, who are being heavily criticized for intense hypocrisy regarding the bill banning certain clothing items. Opponents are also accused of spreading the conspiracy theory about the "disgusting liberal global movement." Furthermore, they are criticized for the opponent's absence and "fleeing" from presenting their own bill.

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2024-02-07

First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

He sharply opposes the former Minister of Finance, Martin Helme, accusing him of a miscalculation that ended up costing 22 million euros. The criticism is aimed both at the political decision (the dismantling of the pension pillar) and at personal accountability, suggesting that a financial claim should be filed against him.

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2024-02-07

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Prosecutor's Office Act and the Courts Act (167 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker sharply criticizes the proponents of the draft legislation (implicitly EKRE), pointing out that the bills were submitted purely for the purpose of obstruction and have already been voted down previously. He/She further alleges that the bill's proponents may have a direct conflict with the Prosecutor's Office, which casts doubt on the neutrality of their actions. The speaker strongly opposes any political interference in the work of the Prosecutor's Office, viewing it as a threat of political retribution.

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2024-02-07

First reading of the Draft Act (192 SE) on Amendments to the Research and Development Organisation Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main confrontation is with EKRE, whose draft legislation concerning education is currently being analyzed. The criticism is political and focuses on the opposition's ambiguous stance regarding the funding of higher education, attempting to expose their true intention to introduce tuition fees for education.

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2024-01-24

The forced departure of the MPEÕK Metropolitan from Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The opposition is indirectly aimed at those who call into question the state's sovereign decision regarding the non-extension of the metropolitan's residence permit. Strong criticism is directed at the positions of the Russian Orthodox Church (MPEÕK) on international issues and their ties to the Kremlin, which constitutes security-based opposition.

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2024-01-23

Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at the Isamaa party, which is accused of "very forcefully" pushing through the free higher education reform in 2011. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the negative financial and quality implications of this historical decision for the education system.

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2024-01-17

Educational Issues in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main criticism is aimed at the Minister of Education and her party (Eesti 200), who are being accused of failing to deliver on promises made during the election campaign (specifically, cuts and reforms). The criticism also targets the minister's support for the strike and her attempts to shift responsibility onto the Prime Minister, suggesting that the plans simply fell apart when confronted with reality.

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2024-01-16

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the presenters of the draft bill and their rhetoric, which he calls "political sloganeering" that stifles substantive debate. He sharply criticizes claims that an "oriental dictatorship" prevails in Estonia, calling it, to put it mildly, an over-dramatization. He further faults the opposition for wasting time by submitting draft legislation containing elements that threaten the rule of law.

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2024-01-11

First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary criticism is directed at EKRE, focusing both on political inconsistency (the connection to fears surrounding surrogacy) and procedural behavior (referencing the potential submission of thousands of amendments). The intensity of the criticism is moderate, yet demanding and direct.

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