By Agendas: Urmas Reinsalu

Total Agendas: 197

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2025-10-15
Discussion of the state issue of significant national importance initiated by the Committee on European Union Affairs: "Estonia's Choices and Opportunities in the European Union's 2028–2034 Long-Term Budget"

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The primary legislative focus is on shaping Estonia's position regarding the EU's long-term budget. A review of the founding treaties is required to enable the use of EU budgetary resources for the development of direct military defense capabilities. Furthermore, maintaining the current structure of the Cohesion Funds remains a priority in order to protect the competitiveness of farmers and regional development.
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2025-10-15
Finance

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

Legislative focus centers on challenging the government's proposed state budget and budget strategy, and criticizing the resulting deficits. The speaker demands clarification on the methods for deficit reduction and the immediate, real-time cutting of governance expenditures.
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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 legislative focus is centered on opposing the government's financial policy and budget strategy, specifically concerning Draft Bill 734 SE (the repeal of the security tax). The speaker is a strong adversary of the budget outlook proposed by the government—namely, the continuation of the deficit until 2070—and demands the restoration of control over expenditures from a strategic viewpoint.
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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

The legislative focus is currently centered on repealing the government’s proposed budget rules and criticizing the Energy Development Plan (ENMAK), which is widely viewed as incompetent and uncoordinated. The speaker opposes the government’s current legislative initiatives—such as the increase in corporate income tax—that are detrimental to the economic environment.
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2025-10-08
Third reading of the Draft Act supplementing the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is the rejection of Bill 670 SE (Supplementation of the Police and Border Guard Act), as it would permit the unrestricted deployment of mobile cameras and the profiling of individuals without adequate legal grounds. The government's attempts to broaden restrictions via the draft law prohibiting attendance at public gatherings, and the processing of the "super database" bill, are also facing criticism.
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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 legislative focus is on the legal implementation of the Ministry of Social Affairs' planned child benefits reform and its reflection in the state's fundamental fiscal policy document. The speaker is acting as an opponent of the reform and a demander of clarity, inquiring about the deadline for its legal entry into force (January 1, 2028).
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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 primary legislative focus is the draft 2026 State Budget Law (737 SE), which the speaker is a strong opponent of. The objective is to compel the government to present concrete evidence concerning the alleged cuts and to expose the budget discrepancies.
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2025-10-08
Budget

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The primary legislative focus is on amending the draft state budget and reducing its deficit. The speaker announced Isamaa's intention to submit an alternative budget. Specific political priorities include cutting government spending and abolishing the car tax.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on the debate surrounding the Draft State Budget Act of 2026 (737 SE). The speaker is a critic of the draft, focusing on the legality and long-term sensibility of the budget deficit and the suspension of the fiscal balance rules.
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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

The legislative focus is centered on budget oversight and monitoring compliance with the implementation of the State Budget Act. The speaker is acting in opposition to the government's financial plan, stressing the necessity of properly planning revenues within the national budget strategy to ensure legal conformity.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is the opposition to the draft amendment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 694 SE). The speaker is taking the opposing stance, demanding the bill be revoked and the vehicle tax completely abolished before 2027, thereby avoiding temporary administrative costs and unnecessary bureaucratic disruption.
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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 primary focus is on immediate, anti-inflationary measures, such as a critical review of the indirect tax burden and the reduction of administrative costs. There is a demand for an embargo on indirect inflationary burdens (e.g., ETS2, waste reform). Furthermore, the inflationary impact of new regulations adopted by the government (e.g., construction requirements) is being criticized.
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2025-09-25
Political statement by Prime Minister Kristen Michal regarding the transfer of the draft State Budget Act 2026

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward opposing the draft State Budget Act for 2026 and presenting an alternative budget. A key priority is restoring order to state finances, avoiding unconstitutional budget management, and ensuring the permanent financing of defense expenditures. The reduction of parliamentary control over budgetary resources is being criticized.
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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 legislative focus is currently on opposing the implementation of new taxes—specifically, a €330 million climate tax on motor fuels—and urgently demanding the legalization of crisis compensation for agricultural producers. Emphasis is also placed on the necessity of quickly (within a week) drafting a bill that would allow for the coverage of utilization costs, thereby preventing further layoffs.
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2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus centers on the critical analysis of and opposition to the government's State Budget Strategy (RES) and the budget itself. Particular emphasis is placed on opposing the ETS2 tax bill currently being prepared by the Ministry of Climate, as well as addressing its required budgetary coverage.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing and the Act on International Sanctions (640 UA), which was not announced by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The primary legislative priority is the complete repeal and scrapping of the Act Amending the Law on the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (640 UA). The speaker is a strong opponent of the law, focusing on its unconstitutionality and promising to annul it should it be readopted with cosmetic changes.
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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 speaker's priority is to oppose and reject several bills currently under parliamentary consideration, including the super-database initiative and the draft legislation concerning retroactive taxation. Furthermore, he is calling for the reform of the State Budget Act to ensure its constitutionality, criticizing the excessively vague powers granted to ministries when amending budget lines.
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2025-09-10
Draft law (667 SE) for amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the directive on greenhouse gas emission trading) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing Draft Bill 667 SE (transposition of the directive establishing the greenhouse gas emissions trading system) and reviewing its constitutionality. The speaker is acting as a procedural watchdog, demanding full information from the committee regarding stakeholder protests and the legal analysis before the vote on the proposed amendments.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker's focus is on the failure of existing policies and management decisions (zero-based budgeting, coalition agreements). Furthermore, concern is expressed regarding the sheer volume and accessibility of the new "Civil Crisis Law," which is referred to as a serious issue requiring a hard copy for proper comprehension.
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2025-09-10
State governance choices

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is aimed at scrutinizing government decision-making processes and the actions of the executive branch. Key priorities include revising the division of responsibilities between the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) and the Ministry of Defence, clarifying the protocol for the use of weapons concerning attack drones, and expediting the decision to procure an acoustic surveillance system.
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2025-09-09
Draft law amending the Cooperative Savings and Loan Societies Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (671 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The main focus is on the draft amendment to the Credit Union Act (Bill 671 SE). The speaker is a critical questioner who seeks alternatives to the reorganization and liquidation proposed in the bill, and emphasizes the need to restore supervision.
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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.

The legislative focus is on parliamentary oversight and demanding accountability, particularly in light of the reports issued by the National Audit Office. A crucial priority is the conclusion of a national defense agreement between the parties to ensure political certainty following the elections. The speaker hopes that the special committee for budget control will approach the issue of governance problems from a substantive perspective.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main legislative priorities are the repeal of the motor vehicle tax law, the establishment of tax stability, and amending the State Budget Act to ensure transparency. He/She will initiate investigative committees (regarding the Eastern transit scandal, the Prosecutor's Office, and the energy chaos) and Riigikogu decisions that would oblige the government to procure 1.6 billion euros worth of ammunition.
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2025-06-19
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft amendment to the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act (640 SE), which concerns the creation of a new data processing system. The speaker is an active opponent of the bill, criticizing both its substance and its procedural quality, and has vowed to appeal to the President of the Republic with a request that it not be promulgated.
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2025-06-19
Draft law amending the Accounting Act (600 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is supporting the draft amendment to the Accounting Act (600 SE) in order to postpone the sustainability reporting obligation. The longer-term objective is to initiate a process at the European Union level to eliminate mandatory climate bureaucracy (related to "Fit for 55" and the Green Transition) from the European legal framework.
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2025-06-19
Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is pushing through the draft law (647 SE), submitted by Isamaa, which seeks to repeal the motor vehicle tax. The speaker is the proponent of this bill and promises to continue submitting it. Reference is also made to the handling of the retroactive tax imposed on Tallink as a similar example of blackmailing policy.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on opposing and rejecting Bill 670 SE (the Draft Act to Supplement the Police and Border Guard Act). The speaker is an active opponent, insisting that Parliament must first address the definition of fundamental rights, and that all future legislation must be legally sound and constitutional. They view the bill as posing a threat to data mining and the operation of AI systems.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (667 SE) for amending the Atmosphere Protection Act and other laws (partial transposition of amendments to the directive on greenhouse gas emissions trading system) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the draft amendment of the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (Bill 667 SE), because it introduces retroactive obligations. It calls for the presentation of a comprehensive strategy to protect Estonian economic interests and to request a review of the ETS system.
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2025-06-18
Draft law (645 SE) for the third reading amending the Simplified Taxation Act for Entrepreneurial Income, the Income Tax Act, and declaring the Security Levy Act invalid.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on opposing Draft Bill 645 SE, which introduces permanent tax hikes (income tax, VAT, and the taxation of the entrepreneur account). The speaker acts as the opposition, presenting Isamaa's "Tax Peace Law" as an alternative, the purpose of which is to comprehensively repeal the tax increases planned by the government.
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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 legislative focus is on opposing Bill 603 SE (challenging visa decisions), which includes amendments to the Aliens Act and the Code of Administrative Court Procedure. The speaker is a strong opponent, aiming to prevent the expansion of judicial review options.
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2025-06-18
Consequences of Government Policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The primary legislative priority is the repeal of the car tax, citing the relevant bill currently pending with the Isamaa party. The speaker actively opposes the government's tax law and supports its immediate removal from the agenda.
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2025-06-17
Draft law amending the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act and the International Sanctions Act (640 SE) - second reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft amendment to the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act (Bill 640 SE). The speaker initiated the procedural objection, proposing to suspend the bill’s second reading due to its expedited procedure and substantive issues. The objective is to prevent the rapid entry into force of the new data processing and profiling regime starting July 1st.
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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 main legislative focus is the first reading of the draft amendment to the Waste Act (657 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, seeking to confirm the law's entry into force date (2026) and demanding a precise overview of all new and increasing fees associated with the act.
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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 legislative focus is currently aimed at supporting the motion of no confidence and addressing the related issue of parliamentary confidence. Furthermore, a priority is preventing the Minister of Justice from signing a prison lease agreement with Sweden next week, which would involve the state assuming contractual obligations.
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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 primary legislative priority is the rejection of the State 2025 Supplementary Budget Bill (651 SE). The subject is a strong opponent of the bill and has initiated a motion to terminate proceedings. Furthermore, they are gathering information via the Parliament's Board concerning the upcoming motion of no confidence against a member of the government.
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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

The legislative priority is opposing Bill 645 SE (making tax increases permanent) and pushing through the Isamaa party’s amendments, which stipulate the complete exclusion of tax increases and the abolition of the tax hump. A significant focus is also placed on criticizing the violation of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and constitutional provisions related to the failure to put amendments up for a vote, especially in the context of processing omnibus bills. The speaker submitted a motion to terminate the proceedings.
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2025-06-11
Internal security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's planned agreement with Sweden concerning the placement of prisoners, which is scheduled for signing on June 18th. The priority is to demand the public disclosure of the classified risk analyses and to initiate a motion of no confidence against the Minister of Justice. A detailed legal question will also be presented regarding the country where the crime was committed and the country where the sentence is served during the period following the agreement.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is aimed at expanding the avenues for constitutional oversight available to the qualified minority in parliament. The speaker is an active opponent of the government-initiated judicial organization reform and criticizes the passing of legislation based on references to non-valid law ("phantom law").
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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 legislative focus centers on a radical overhaul of tax policy. This includes demanding tax cuts and ensuring regulatory stability to prevent the corporate income tax rate from becoming the highest in the region. Furthermore, there is a call for adjusting energy policy—specifically making the 100% renewable energy target more rational—alongside reducing the administrative burden.
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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

The main legislative priority is the rejection of the draft state supplementary budget law for 2025. The speaker opposes the bill and is acting as the initiator, proposing, as an alternative, the drafting of a negative supplementary budget that would reduce government expenditures by at least the amount of carried-over funds.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main legislative priority is Isamaa's "Bill on Establishing Tax Peace" (607 SE), the aim of which is to annul the tax hikes planned by the government (value-added tax, income tax, corporate income tax). The speaker is the initiator and proponent of this draft legislation, offering an alternative solution to the security tax issue.
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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 primary legislative focus centers on the critical analysis of the Draft Amendment to the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE), specifically concerning the requirement to transpose the ReFuelEU Aviation Act and the associated economic impact. The speaker serves as a critical challenger, opposing the implementation logic put forward in the draft legislation.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary focus is on opposing government-initiated legislation, demanding the scrapping of the Climate Law and the Waste Reform. It also criticizes the ambitious nature of the Energy Sector Development Plan 2035 and demands that the new electricity tariffs law not be enacted.
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2025-05-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate proceedings in the European Union to invalidate the obligation to prepare sustainability reports" (601 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main legislative priority is the annulment or postponement of the obligation to compile sustainability reports, for which Isamaa has submitted a draft bill. The speaker is in the role of both initiator and opponent, criticizing legal acts enforced by the government (including amendments to the Accounting Act, the waste reform draft bill, and energy charges).
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2025-05-21
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act for Entrepreneurs, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on suspending and rejecting the proceedings of Draft Bill 645 SE (amendments to tax laws) at the first reading. The main priority is ensuring compliance with the Parliament's Rules of Procedure Act and the rules of legislative drafting throughout the law-making process. The speaker is acting as an opponent of the draft bill and an advocate for the quality of the procedure.
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2025-05-21
Burden on the economy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's proposals, including the permanent establishment of temporary taxes, the VAT increase, and the car tax. Separate emphasis is placed on the negative impact of the waste reform and electricity tariff bills. The government is demanded to fulfill the mandate issued by parliament regarding the ETS2 negotiations.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 645 SE (Amendments to Tax Laws). The speaker is a strong opponent of this bill, criticizing both the substantive changes and the procedural shortcomings, such as the avoidance of stakeholder consultation.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia’s Government to submit a negative supplementary budget bill to reduce administrative expenses in 2025" (608 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on the bill proposed by Isamaa to implement a negative supplementary budget, aiming to cut administrative spending by 300 million euros. The second priority is the "Tax Peace Law," which provides for the scrapping of planned indirect tax hikes (including the VAT increase scheduled for July 1, 2025) and the planned security tax. The speaker is both the initiator and a vigorous proponent of these fiscal measures.
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2025-05-14
Taxes

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The legislative focus centers on opposing the government's extensive package of tax hikes and demanding the repeal of a specific piece of legislation, namely the car tax law. Additionally, the justifications for the Climate Law bill are being criticized, specifically regarding issues of social justice and mobility. The speaker is in opposition to the bills initiated by the government.
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2025-05-07
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on suspending the proceedings of and opposing the Draft Act amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE), as it would impose an additional burden on consumers. Another priority is the creation of a systematic and substantive energy action plan, the lack of which is being attributed to the governing coalition. The erratic nature and haste surrounding the preparation of the Draft Climate Act are also being criticized.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus centers on opposing Draft Bill 541 SE and supporting the suspension of its legislative process. A key priority is ensuring transparency in law-making and adjusting the core objectives of energy policy (specifically, the 100% renewable energy target and subsidization). Furthermore, criticism is directed at concurrent draft bills that appear to be structuring the market to favor specific business ventures.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft bill (555 SE) to amend the Electricity Market Act during its third reading. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, employing both votes and constitutional appeals to prevent the law from taking effect.
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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 focus is on scrutinizing the government's activities, particularly regarding the implementation of the coalition agreement concerning the reduction of personnel and costs in state agencies. A key priority is also demanding transparency in the state budget and conducting a critical review of the management of state-owned companies (Eesti Energia).
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the rejection or suspension of the second reading of the draft bill amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) due to a lack of transparency and accountability. A broader priority is the elaboration of the Energy Sector Development Plan (EMAK) before imposing selective obligations on consumers, in order to ensure a long-term and principled approach to energy policy.
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2025-04-23
The effects of government policy on society

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is directed toward the critical analysis of and opposition to Draft Bill 555, which concerns the introduction of new electricity tariffs (including the balancing reserve fee). The speaker is acting as an opponent of the bill, stressing that while it is currently in its second reading in parliament, its financial impact remains unclear and is expected to be greater than initially projected.
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2025-04-16
Draft Land Tax Act (582 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative priority is supporting the Isamaa bill (582 SE), which aims to repeal the amendments to the Land Tax Act that took effect last summer. The goal is to restore the nationwide tax exemption for residential land and the previous, more moderate limit on tax increases (10% per year). The speaker is either the initiator or a strong proponent of this draft legislation.
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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 legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 603 SE (challenging visa decisions), considering it inexpedient from a security standpoint. The speaker views the legislator's task as placing the Supreme Court's practice into its proper legal framework, rather than turning subjective rights on their head as a reverse rule.
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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 legislative focus is on the adoption of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu (575 OE), submitted by Isamaa, which would oblige the government to prepare a clear energy security action plan. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the need to amend domestic legal acts and initiate the reform of European Union regulations (e.g., ETS 1, ETS 2) for the protection of national interests. The objective is to compel the government to make the fundamental choices by May.
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2025-04-16
Considering the material from the Riigikogu budget control committee’s Monday discussion on price increases, Eurostat’s comparative data regarding price increases, the Institute for Economic Research’s latest barometer, the March Eurobarometer survey, and Isamaa’s recent proposals on how to mitigate inflation (reducing government spending with a negative supplementary budget and abolishing increases in indirect taxes – gas, petrol, electricity and diesel excise duties, and VAT – in the coming months), conclusions regarding government policy.

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is on the inflation relief proposals put forward by Isamaa, which include reducing government spending through a negative supplementary budget and canceling the planned increase in indirect taxes (excise duties, VAT) in the coming months. The speaker is the proponent and supporter of these proposals in parliament, demanding that the government address these matters.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the critical assessment of the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035," and challenging the government's actions. The speaker criticizes the government's priorities, such as the prison rental initiative, and demands the actual fulfillment of the strategy's objectives (e.g., lowering the tax burden, reducing administrative costs).
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus centers on the requirement to suspend major energy-related decisions until the Energy Economy Development Plan has been drafted and publicly debated. Administrative issues are also emphasized, such as applying for state aid authorization from the European Commission's Directorate-General for Competition and preparing the planning documentation for a nuclear power plant.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative goal is the repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act, backing the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal to have it declared unconstitutional. [He/She] is a strong opponent of the law and vows to abolish it, calling it unlawful, deceitful, and unreasonable.
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2025-04-09
Third reading of the draft law amending the Defence Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (Strengthening Maritime Security) (565 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on strengthening maritime security and enabling the use of force within the exclusive economic zone (supporting Bill 565 SE). A broader priority is the expansion of the contiguous zone, which constitutes a sovereign decision aimed at securing additional intervention capabilities in the Gulf of Finland. The speaker supports these measures but urges the government to show faster initiative in implementing the new legal framework.
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2025-04-08
Draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (571 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative priority is supporting the bill to repeal the motor vehicle tax (571 SE) and ensuring its complete abolition. Broader objectives include the cancellation of all indirect tax hikes (excise duties, VAT) and the adoption of a negative supplementary budget aimed at reducing government expenditures. A retroactive repeal of the car tax is promised, effective January 1, 2027, provided a mandate is secured for this action.
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2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed toward the election of the Riigikogu Presidium and improving the parliament's procedures, in order to prevent confrontation and legislative paralysis. The speaker is acting as the nominator for the candidate (Helir-Valdor Seeder), aiming to initiate a fundamental change in the leadership of the parliament.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative priority is the completion of the second reading of the Draft Act amending the Churches and Congregations Act (570 SE), the purpose of which is to legally detach (the entities) from the Moscow Patriarchate. The need to create a legal amendment that introduces clarity is emphasized, and the overly long procedures of the draft act are criticized. Support is given to the law entering into force in the spring, provided that the government is able to answer the substantive questions that have arisen.
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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 main legislative priority is the adoption of the draft Act on Amendments to the Constitution (536 SE) on the third reading. The speaker supports Isamaa’s proposal to resolve the issue immediately, without a transitional mechanism, in order to ensure legal clarity and avoid subsequent legal controversy.
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2025-03-26
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Focuses on analyzing the content of the government's political intentions and the coalition agreement (the foundational pact), demanding clarity regarding the plans for restructuring state institutions (the Environmental Board, the central IT authority). Specific legislative bills are not mentioned, but rather administrative and political intentions.
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2025-03-20
Draft law (583 SE) for the first reading regarding accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and approval of amendment to Article 20, paragraph 1, of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is critical, in opposition to the handling of draft bill 583 SE by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, as it diverts attention from core economic issues. The speaker is primarily raising procedural criticism rather than opposing the substance of the bill itself.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the initiation of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu (562 OE), the purpose of which is to propose to the Government of the Republic that the temporary control line be closed pursuant to the State Border Act. The speaker is a strong initiator and advocate whose goal is to compel the government to fulfill its duty of care in mitigating security risks.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Construction Code Act, the Administrative Cooperation Act, and the Water Act (531 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing Draft Bill 531 SE (the Draft Act amending the Building Code, the Administrative Cooperation Act, and the Water Act). He demands the suspension of the bill's second reading and the introduction of an amendment proposal that would meet the practical interests of society. Furthermore, he criticizes the preparation of the Climate Act and the system for auditing sustainability reports.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Act on Foreign Relations and amending other acts in consequence (385 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main focus is on the draft amendment to the Foreign Relations Act (Bill 385 SE), where the speaker is a critical opponent, specifically regarding the provision that restricts Parliament's competence to denounce (treaties). He/She initiated a procedural motion to suspend the second reading, aiming to ensure that this crucial constitutional law issue is substantively considered before the bill is passed.
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2025-03-19
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

Legislative attention is currently centered on adjusting the state budget strategy for 2025–2028 and the 2025 budget. This adjustment is necessary to secure funding for the additional military capabilities (specifically counter-drone defense) requested by the Commander of the Defence Forces. The speaker is an opponent of the government's budgetary proposals.
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2025-03-12
Estonian politics

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The primary legislative focus is the activation of the mechanism for holding snap parliamentary elections via a political agreement. Furthermore, there is a requirement to immediately rectify shortcomings in national defense matters by funding critical capability and ammunition needs in accordance with military advice.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the government’s proposed tax package and submitting an alternative budget. A key priority also involves accelerating national defense procurements (specifically the acquisition of €1.6 billion worth of ammunition) and cutting down on bureaucracy, including delaying the implementation of the sustainability reporting system.
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2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Legislative focus is directed toward strengthening parliamentary oversight, mandating the establishment of an investigative committee to clarify the circumstances and potential corruption risks. Furthermore, a priority is the preparation of the Energy Economy Development Plan (EMAK), which must possess even minimal legitimacy derived from public dialogue, before any major energy policy decisions are adopted.
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2025-02-26
Energetics

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is on scrutinizing the executive branch and demanding transparency concerning state aid and major infrastructure tenders. It requires information regarding the negotiation and decision-making processes related to the state aid approval for offshore wind farms and the indexing of the support payments. It serves in the role of demanding accountability.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main priority is the implementation of the draft act on amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE), ensuring high substantive quality. [The entity/speaker] acts as a supporter and a proponent for the quality of the initiative, emphasizing the necessity of reaching an agreement during the review of the proposed amendments.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative priorities are the amendment of the Law on Churches and Congregations (Draft Bill 570 SE) and the amendment of the Constitution aimed at restricting the right to vote in local elections. The speaker supports the objective of 570 SE but criticizes the wording of the draft bill as "vague" and the slowness of the procedure, which may lead to subsequent court proceedings.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker focuses on opposing the government's proposed fast-track legislation, particularly the extensive subsidized energy project that is being pushed through for an entire generation. They also criticize the amendment that allowed the prime minister to appoint a state secretary of their choosing.
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2025-02-12
Political responsibility

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is placed on analyzing the effects of enacted legislation (specifically, the reform of the single-pensioner support benefit) and planned future tax measures (the proposed additional 2% taxation on pensions). The speaker adopts an opposing stance, demanding that the government conduct thorough socio-economic impact assessments, particularly regarding the dynamics of purchasing power.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is aimed at introducing specific political initiatives at the EU level, particularly concerning the amendment of rules governing the financing of defense investments. Also prioritized is the specification and strengthening of the Estonian government's positions in shaping European Union security policy.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Cooperation Between the Baltic States in Ensuring Energy Security (No. 679)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on holding the government accountable and, through an official inquiry, scrutinizing the foundational data underpinning strategic energy policy decisions. The objective is to ensure that the government's planning is based on accurate facts, especially concerning the 2035 energy targets.
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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 legislative focus is on supporting the draft law concerning local government council elections (530 SE) and linking it to the constitutional amendment process. The priority in parliament is finding a comprehensive solution to the issue of voting rights, which would cover both third-country nationals and stateless persons.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on ensuring the constitutionality of the Electricity Market Act and the due parliamentary procedure for the Energy Sector Development Plan (EMAK). A priority is the legal implementation of strategic governance documents and adherence to the principles of good administration throughout the legislative process.
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2025-01-22
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "In Support of the People of Georgia" (564 AE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The main focus is the Riigikogu's draft statement, titled "In Support of the Georgian People," which aims to define Estonia's position and urge the government to take specific action. The speaker demands that the development aid center halt current projects targeting Georgian state institutions and redirect them to support civil society.
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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 main legislative priority is the resubmission and processing of the draft bill (538 SE) concerning the full repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act. Furthermore, the government is being criticized for clearing the parliamentary agenda and for the board blocking the opposition's interpellations and resolutions.
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2025-01-22
Government activity

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The legislative focus centers on amending the national budget strategy and the 2025 budget in order to ensure the advice of the Commander of the Defence Forces is implemented. The speaker highlights the draft resolution initiated by Isamaa, which aimed to accelerate the procurement of critical munitions reserves, but which the ruling coalition ultimately voted down.
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2025-01-21
Draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the Feed Act (546 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Law 546 SE (the draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the EU Common Agricultural Policy and the Feed Act) because it increases the administrative burden. The speaker is the opposing party, demanding that a new approach be formulated for the implementation of European Union rules to avoid additional risks for businesses.
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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 main legislative priority is the adoption of Isamaa's draft resolution (540 DR), which would require the government to immediately procure €1.6 billion worth of ammunition between 2025 and 2028. It calls on the government to take proactive steps toward the EU to ease debt rules and utilize revenues from emissions trading for defense investments. It also criticizes the coalition's previous actions in voting down Isamaa's proposed budget amendments.
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2025-01-20
Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on overturning laws enacted by the government, particularly as the bill to repeal the car tax comes up for a vote. The objective is to reinstate the support payments and income tax exemptions for large families that the government eliminated, positioning them as a strong opponent of the current legal framework.
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2025-01-15
Government action

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The legislative focus is currently on initiating a constitutional amendment aimed at terminating the voting rights of non-citizens in Estonia, a move that requires overwhelming parliamentary support. The speaker is a strong proponent of this change and is demanding swift action from the government to reach a decision of substantive quality. The opposition has already submitted an amendment proposal to achieve this objective.
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2025-01-13
Inquiry regarding the stability and price of electricity production (no. 670)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to and criticism of the government's energy policy (EMAK 2035) and the Climate Law, as they establish incorrect principal objectives. Regulatory issues are also highlighted, such as the principle of fixed duration—declared unconstitutional by the Chancellor of Justice—in the granting of integrated environmental permits.
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2025-01-13
Request for information regarding the restoration and resilience plan and the use of oil shale (no. 668)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on opposing the government's energy policy and associated regulations, particularly regarding the 100% renewable energy goal and the Climate Economy Act, both of which are considered inadequate. There is a demand for the removal of existing restrictions (such as oil shale production volumes) and criticism leveled against the imposition of new taxes and charges (like the capacity reserve fee), measures that ultimately increase the burden on consumers.
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2024-12-18
Third reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the Draft Act on Amendments to the Earth's Crust Act (435 SE), acting as its strong opponent. Additionally, there is a demand for the termination of the Ministry of Climate's activities and a return to the concept of the Ministry of the Environment. The speaker criticizes the government's attempts to enforce a non-existent Climate Act using policy-shaping measures.
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2024-12-17
Draft law on aligning the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on initiating and supporting the draft act on bringing the State Budget Act into compliance with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE). The aim is to restore the parliament's competence to clearly define revenues and expenditures and to require the documentation of grants allocated to legal entities. Additionally, an appeal is made to the President to refuse to promulgate the 2025 State Budget Act.
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2024-12-11
Second reading of the draft law amending the Subsoil Act (435 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is opposing the draft amendment to the Subsoil Act (Bill 435 SE). The speaker highlighted the bill's procedural and legal shortcomings, demanding clarity on both its potential unconstitutionality and the basis for its processing under the Climate Act.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The immediate legislative focus is the second reading of the draft amendment to the Accounting Act (516 SE), which is being utilized as a platform to criticize the government’s broader tax hikes and legislative burdens. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government’s legislative direction, also underscoring the new burdens resulting from the land tax increase and the waste reform.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing and voting against the draft State Budget Act of 2025 (513 SE). Procedural focus is also important, with criticism directed at the Speaker of the Riigikogu and the committee for failing to include the Isamaa amendments in the table, an omission seen as violating the minimal rights of the opposition.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is the opposition to Bill 505 SE (Draft Act on Amendments to the Government of the Republic Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts). The speaker is a strong opponent, criticizing the bill for creating confusion, increasing bureaucracy, and wasting taxpayer money on new job titles and business cards.
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2024-12-11
Coping

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the government's tax package and budget, which encompasses ten different taxes. A separate highlight is the bill currently being voted on in parliament, which will impose additional taxes on pensioners' incomes starting in 2026—a measure the speaker strongly opposes.
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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

The legislative focus is the opposition to the draft Act amending the Waste Act and other acts (Bill 461 SE) and the removal of its unconstitutional provisions. The speaker is an active opponent, focusing on the legal analysis of the proposed amendments (especially Amendment No. 15) and demanding the termination of the bill’s proceedings due to inaccurate documentation.
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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 legislative focus centers on opposing the draft amendment to the Citizenship Act (Bill 522 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's agenda regarding the exceptional granting of citizenship to citizens of an aggressor state who have committed criminal offenses.
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2024-12-05
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints

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

The legislative focus is on Draft Act 534 SE concerning accession to the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which the speaker supports. This draft act is being utilized as a platform to oppose the government’s broader family policy steps (making benefits selective and abolishing the tax-free income allowance).
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the Security Tax Bill (512 SE) and interpreting the Parliament's Rules of Procedure Act. The speaker's primary priority is to safeguard the right of Members of Parliament to introduce amendments that fundamentally alter the government bill's original concept, and to bring Isamaa's alternative funding proposals forward for a vote.
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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 legislative focus is on opposing the draft act amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act and other acts (510 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft and promises to initiate the repeal of the car tax in the future.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the Republic of Estonia's international obligations as part of the United Kingdom's joint expeditionary force" (483 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The immediate legislative focus is the Resolution on the Use of the Defence Forces (483 OE), during the second reading of which a speech was delivered. The speaker is using this platform to address broader defense budget priorities, focusing specifically on the oversight of mission funding and ammunition procurement.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the international obligations of the Republic of Estonia in the European Union's international military operation EUNAVFOR Aspides" (482 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Supports the specific draft resolution concerning the deployment of the Defence Forces in an international operation. The primary legislative focus is demanding a plan for the urgent implementation of defense expenditures and ammunition procurement within the 2025 state budget. It criticizes the Parliament's Board for rejecting Isamaa's proposal to provide clear guidance for ammunition procurement.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu (481 OE) "Extension of the period of use of the Defence Forces in the performance of the international obligations of the Republic of Estonia in the European Union military operation EUNAVFOR Med/Irini."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Although the address took place during the debate on the draft bill for extending the mission, the speaker's actual focus was on next year's state budget and cuts within the Ministry of Defence's administrative area. The priority is the stability and transparency of the defense budget, especially concerning the procurement of ammunition.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution "Approval of the Consolidated Financial Report of the State for the 2023 Financial Year" (503 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu's draft resolution concerning the approval of the state's consolidated annual report for the 2023 financial year, a measure the speaker strongly opposes. The main priority is to establish legislative barriers against the arbitrary distribution of funds based on executive orders and to send the report back to the government. The speaker emphasizes Parliament’s due diligence obligation in assessing the quality of financial management.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed at opposing the 2024 State Budget Amendment Act (517 SE) and the Reform Party's draft bill on postponing the tax hump. The speaker supports the Isamaa party's proposed amendments, which stipulate a 200 million euro cut in administrative costs and the cancellation of planned tax increases.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the State Duty Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and their Precursor Substances (502 SE), third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft bill (502 SE) amending the State Fees Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and their Precursors, which is now at its third reading. The speaker is an active opponent who criticizes the government’s approach of fast-tracking legislation into force and the lack of substantive inclusion in the proceedings.
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2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the Climate-Resilient Economy Act, demanding that a moratorium be imposed on this legislative initiative. The speaker is an active opponent of the government’s legislative proposals, stressing the necessity of conducting impact assessments with adequate academic rigor before major decisions are made.
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2024-11-21
Second reading of the bill amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the bill amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is an active opponent of the current bill (509 SE), which concerns amendments to the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act. His/Her priorities include abolishing the tax hump and subsequent tax increases, and demanding that the budget ensures transparent and sufficient funding for the acquisition of ammunition, while criticizing the reduction of the Ministry of Defense's budget line.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is the opposition to the draft bill amending the Government of the Republic Act (505 SE), which concerns the reorganization of ministerial competencies and the requirements for the position of State Secretary. The speaker is the initiator of the opposition amendments aimed at protesting the politicization of the State Secretary position and the dismantling of administrative jurisdictions.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft act amending the Constitution (Bill 527 SE), which aims to restrict voting rights in local elections. The speaker is acting in the role of both initiator and supporter, emphasizing the necessity of achieving maximum legal certainty before next year’s local elections. He demands that both the Isamaa bill and the coalition bill be kept in parliamentary procedure to find a substantive solution.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft act (Bill 536 SE) to amend the Constitution, which concerns enshrining the right to vote for stateless persons at the constitutional level. The speaker is a strong opponent of the substantive solution proposed by the bill and a critic of the initiative.
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2024-11-20
The situation in the country

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

The legislative focus is on the state budget, particularly the funding of specialized defense equipment. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, challenging the government's proposed spending cuts and demanding clarification on the matter.
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2024-11-20
The content of politics

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

The legislative focus is on the draft state budget, particularly concerning the expenditure lines for the Ministry of Defence's administrative area and the acquisition of specialized defense equipment. The speaker is a strong critic and opponent of the budget's content and the methodology used for its presentation, seeking to expose the manipulation of budget data.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The primary legislative focus is on opposing the government's proposed tax increases (income tax, VAT, and excise duties) and the draft state budget, as well as scrutinizing their details. Specifically, attention is drawn to the government's violations of the rules governing sound legislative drafting and regulatory technique during the processing of these bills. Criticism is also leveled against the planned amendments concerning the electricity market and the procedures for resolving collective labor disputes.
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2024-11-14
Second reading of the draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pensioner support) (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative priority is opposing the draft Act amending the Social Welfare Act (Bill 508 SE), which concerns pensioner benefits and the financing of care homes. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill, highlighting its detrimental impact on the elderly and the political motives behind it.
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2024-11-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the draft act on amending the Family Benefits Act and other acts (Bill 507 SE). The speaker is an opponent of the bill, raising doubts about its potential impact on demography and the economic well-being of families.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary legislative focus is opposing the draft 2025 state budget (Bill 513 SE) and presenting the substance of the Isamaa party’s alternative budget. The speaker proposed halting the second reading of the budget to allow for policy adjustments. A crucial priority is also the full implementation of the €1.6 billion ammunition procurement project, proposed by the Commander of the Defense Forces, in order to guarantee security.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the 2024 State Budget Act (Bill 517 SE), the processing of which is being demanded to be suspended. The objective is to compel Parliament to vote on the substantive amendments proposed by Isamaa, which call for a reduction in administrative expenditures and the volume of funds to be transferred. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill and the initiator behind the establishment of alternative budgetary policy management guidelines.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary legislative focus is the draft Act amending the State Budget Act (511 SE), which the presenter is a strong opponent of. Isamaa submitted alternative amendments demanding cost-based transparency in the budget and the named itemization of subsidy recipients (legal entities). The objective is to terminate the debate and reject the bill to ensure the maximum quality of work.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Weapons Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (468 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is centered on ensuring the funding for critical national defense capabilities (tasking the government with a 1.6 billion euro ammunition procurement) and pushing for an alternative fiscal policy that would necessitate drawing upon the government expenditure reserve. The speaker supports the draft Weapons Act but is using it as a platform to address budgetary and security issues.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is centered on establishing governance directives for the government through the State Budget Act. Key priorities include the prompt reduction of administrative expenditures, imposing a moratorium on new taxes and bureaucratic initiatives, and executing the military advice provided by the Commander of the Defense Forces regarding the acquisition of additional ammunition reserves. Additionally, an action plan is demanded to guarantee the reliability of the electricity supply.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act and the Tax Procedure Act (462 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary legislative focus is opposing the government's proposed tax hike bill and bringing Isamaa's alternative budget amendments up for a vote. The objective was the reduction of administrative expenses and the initiation by the legislature of a new, transparent state budget strategy, which the ruling coalition blocked.
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2024-11-11
Draft law on the partial repeal of the Value Added Tax Act Amendment Act (489 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative priority is the initiation and passage of the draft Act (489 SE) on the Partial Repeal of the Act Amending the Land Tax Act. Furthermore, attention is focused on abolishing the motor vehicle tax and adjusting the equalization fund formula to alleviate the financing issues faced by local authorities.
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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

The legislative focus is aimed at rapidly reforming the structure of the state budget, demanding the abandonment of performance-based budgeting and the implementation of Isamaa’s alternative concept. The speaker, who is spearheading the reform, is calling for the restoration of a system of expenditure line items that enables genuine management, starting already with next year’s budget.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative priority is securing the passage of the motor vehicle tax repeal bill (488 SE), which the speaker initiated and fully supports. Additionally, we oppose other government tax increases, such as the VAT hike for accommodation and catering establishments.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the initiated bill for the full repeal of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (the one-sentence summary: repeal the Motor Vehicle Tax Act in full). The next priority is the cancellation of the land tax increase initiative. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's legislation and actively initiates the submission of alternative bills.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed towards curbing the administrative burden of implementing the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and supporting the initiative to revise existing EU law in the interest of competitiveness. The need to open a dialogue with the European Commission is also emphasized, aiming to enable the use of EU structural funds for one-off defense investments.
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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 main legislative focus is on the state budget procedure and restoring Parliament's budgetary authority, to prevent Parliament from being reduced to merely a delegating body. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's tax policy agenda, which dismantles the corporate income tax system and runs contrary to the interests of the economy.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main legislative priorities are either terminating or de-risking the legal activities of the Moscow Patriarchate in Estonia, and resolving the issue of voting rights for citizens of the Russian Federation in local elections. The speaker is both the initiator and a supporter of these changes, emphasizing that a constitutional majority in parliament is ready to abolish these voting rights. He criticizes the Minister of the Interior for failing to fulfill his duty under the current Churches and Congregations Act.
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2024-10-23
Wordplay

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing new regulations and taxes, particularly concerning the mandatory sustainability reporting requirement, where the government failed to keep its promise to repeal older regulations. Furthermore, the need to change parliamentary procedures is emphasized in order to improve the quality of ministerial accountability before the Riigikogu.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing Bill 516 SE (the Draft Act amending the Accounting Act), which establishes the mandatory requirement for sustainability reporting. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this initiative and demands its rejection during the first reading, arguing that it does not align with Estonia's economic interests.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus centers on the debate surrounding the draft Act on Amendments to the State Budget Act (Bill 511 SE). The speaker is acting as a strong critic of the bill, highlighting its minimal impact and its failure to address the constitutional issues inherent in the fundamental State Budget Act.
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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

The legislative focus is on supporting a specific draft declaration (521 AE) of the Riigikogu, the goal of which is to recognize the 1944 mass deportation of Crimean Tatars as an act of genocide. The speaker is a strong supporter and proponent of the draft.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is the critical analysis of the draft Act amending the Imprisonment Act (Bill 506 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, demanding complete clarification of the budgetary and personnel details before it moves forward.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the rejection of the draft Act amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) due to its substantive deficiencies. The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft and intends to submit an amendment proposal to reduce government expenditure by 0.5% of GDP in order to achieve savings already this current year.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing Draft Act 505 SE, which seeks to amend the Government of the Republic Act, and scrutinizing the transparency of its legislative process. The speaker is a critical opponent of the bill, concentrating specifically on the proposed removal of the legal education requirement for the Secretary of State and the irrational reallocation of ministerial responsibilities (for instance, the Ministry of Justice would begin handling televisions and telephones).
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Law 507 SE, of which we are a strong opponent. The priority lies in clarifying the accountability of those who prepared the explanatory memorandum and the impact analysis, given that the bill's paradigmatic starting point is, in the speaker’s estimation, incorrect. The speaker demands fundamental clarity before the draft law is processed further.
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2024-10-09
Management Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is directed towards strengthening parliamentary oversight and ministerial accountability. There is a demand for government members to appear before the Riigikogu Special Anti-Corruption Committee, as well as for the disclosure of data from the Ministry of Climate, in order to ensure the transparency of decisions.
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2024-09-26
Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's political statement regarding the submission of the draft law on the 2025 state budget.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is opposing the draft 2025 state budget law, for which Isamaa will present a comprehensive alternative budget. In addition, they demand the imposition of a moratorium on the climate law, which is considered a failure. They also demand that the full planning of defense procurement, based on the advice of the Commander of the Defense Forces, be included in the state budget strategy.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (426 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the opposition to the draft amendment of the Emergency Situation Act (426 SE) due to its method of implementation, while remaining critical of the draft’s quality and the legislative procedure. They oppose the draft, although they support the objectives of the underlying directive. Looking ahead, readiness has been emphasized to block the Climate Act, which is viewed as a new burden.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act (359 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the ongoing draft amendment to the energy laws (Bill 359 SE) because it has been taken out of context. Criticism is being leveled against the hastily prepared bill aimed at establishing fees for frequency and reserve capacity. The objective is to compel the government to draft comprehensive and analytically sound energy policy legislation.
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2024-09-25
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main legislative focus is the state budget bill, which the speaker strongly opposes due to tax increases. Furthermore, attention is focused on revising the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and the Board's decisions to ensure parliament members have the right to question the Prime Minister when the budget is presented.
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2024-09-18
Economic policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is on the state budget strategy and defense spending. It demands concrete figures from the government regarding cuts to administrative costs (operating expenses) in the next fiscal year. It supports increasing defense expenditures, inquiring about the allocation of additional funds for national military defense compared to the 2023 development plan.
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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

The main legislative priority is securing the national defense budget, requiring the government to submit a budget where the funding for the long-range ammunition requirement is fully fixed in the next state budget strategy. The speaker is acting as the initiator, also proposing alternative funding sources.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

The main legislative focus is the written demand submitted by 23 members of Parliament (Riigikogu) calling for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, a procedure which the speaker is spearheading. The goal is to ensure that the composition of the government adheres to the state's security policy principles and ethos.
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The legislative focus is on the rejection of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA), which is considered unfair and unconstitutional. Significant emphasis is also placed on defending parliamentary procedure by challenging the speed of the law's adoption and the procedural correctness involved in introducing substantial amendments.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act draft bill (364 UA), emphasizing its unconstitutionality and the violation of the principle of legitimate expectation. Furthermore, the speaker is actively clarifying procedural matters with the session chair, specifically regarding the voting procedure for proposed amendments.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The legislative focus centers on critically evaluating the government's budgetary measures—including raising the tax burden, making cuts, and the non-earmarked use of public funds—as well as assessing the security clearance of ministerial candidates. The speaker acts more as a critic and scrutinizer than an initiator, concentrating on thoroughly exposing the government's plans.
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2024-07-15
Extraordinary Election of the Riigikogu Vice-Speakers

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is on opposing the adoption of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (the car tax), emphasizing the procedural irregularities of its entry into force and its conflict with the Tax Administration Act. The speaker acts as a critical opponent, demanding that the bill be brought into compliance with current legal norms.
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2024-06-19
Third Reading of the Draft Law on the State Supplementary Budget for 2024 (Bill 456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting

The main legislative focus was the 2024 supplementary budget (Bill 456 SE), to which the Isamaa party submitted amendments aimed at improving the budgetary position and reducing administrative costs. Crucial priorities included the four-year postponement of the Reform Party's planned tax bump and the restoration of funding for aid to Ukraine, all of which were voted down by the ruling coalition.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The main legislative focus is the draft state supplementary budget (456 SE), the second reading of which the faction is requesting to suspend in order to conduct substantive work. Key priorities include postponing the Reform Party's tax hike, limiting administrative expenses and transferable appropriations, and avoiding the reduction of expenditures stipulated in the national defense development plan. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill and the initiator of alternative amendments.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is opposing the 2024 supplementary budget bill (456 SE) and blocking the associated tax hikes. The speaker announced the intention to introduce a comprehensive alternative supplementary budget that would genuinely reduce governing costs, instead of engaging in mere smoke and mirrors.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is entirely on defeating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act draft (364 SE), which is being voted down across all initiatives. The speaker is an active opponent who is raising procedural questions regarding the process for withdrawing amendments and promises to submit an alternative budget package in response to the negative supplementary budget.
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2024-06-05
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Crypto-Asset Market (Bill 398 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing and blocking the motor vehicle tax act, which is deemed unacceptable on substantive, constitutional, and procedural grounds. The speaker opposes the initiation and forceful passage of this law and vows to utilize every legal avenue available to obstruct its implementation.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (395 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic not to Recognize the Results of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu draft resolution (395 OE), which aims to propose that the government deem the results of the Russian presidential elections illegitimate. The speaker is the initiator of this resolution (representing the Isamaa faction) and a strong supporter, emphasizing the practical and legal implications of the draft.
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2024-06-03
Inquiry regarding the Directive on Platform Work (No. 629)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The primary focus is on the deliberation of the Platform Work Directive (No. 629) and the shaping of the government's position. Significant emphasis is also placed on parliamentary procedures, such as the processing of an interpellation, and the issue of the speaker presenting false information to the parliament in the context of a motion of no confidence.
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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 focus is opposing the government's anti-economic policies and regulations (the Climate Act, tax hikes). They demand the swift launch of the apartment building renovation program, criticizing its delay until August. They are acting as the opposition, attempting to obstruct the government's legislative initiatives.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently directed at delaying the Reform Party's income tax-exempt minimum reform, a measure widely viewed as fiscally irresponsible for state finances. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill and supports the Isamaa Party's proposal to phase its implementation. Criticism is also leveled at the government's failure to implement rational programs, such as the apartment building renovation scheme.
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2024-05-30
First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the European Parliament Election Act (lowering the voting and candidacy age) (414 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary focus is on opposing the draft legislation (414 SE) to lower the voting age for the European Parliament, highlighting its legal disputability and procedural flaws. It also names other significant legislative issues that need addressing: the voting rights of citizens of the aggressor state and the unequal sizes of electoral districts.
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2024-05-29
Third Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is the draft legislation amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE), which he supports, but he unsuccessfully submitted amendments aimed at securing a funding source for larger wage increases and cuts in government expenditure. He also focuses on the government's inaction regarding the utilization of investments and EU funds.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is aimed at obligating the government to present a comprehensive energy policy framework—a goal the faction had also sought to achieve with a previous draft resolution. The speaker is a critical opponent of the nuclear energy draft decision currently under discussion in its present form, demanding its "reworking" so that the government is tasked with presenting a holistic view, rather than regulating energy policy through piecemeal issues.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on challenging the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (Bill 437 SE). The speaker is acting as an opponent of the bill, demanding clarification regarding the forecasts of its financial impact and the right of local governments to implement the tax exemption for land under one's home.
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2024-05-29
Government Spending Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The legislative focus is aimed at immediately launching existing programs (particularly the apartment building renovation program) and ensuring the government makes decisions that will finally get things moving. The priority is demanding decisions that cut administrative costs and reduce bureaucracy.
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2024-05-29
Broken promises

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The legislative focus is on parliamentary procedures and government accountability. The priority is ensuring the processing of the motion of no confidence and resolving the case of misinformation, in order to ensure the proper functioning of the parliament.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft act amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE) and supporting Isamaa's amendment proposal to postpone the tax hump. Opposition is also stressed regarding other planned tax legislation, such as the car, land, and sugar taxes.
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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 legislative focus is on opposing tax hikes enforced by the government and bills that increase bureaucracy. Specifically, an immediate moratorium is being demanded on the climate law initiative, as it was launched without a substantive cost analysis. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's current legislative agenda.
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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 primary legislative focus is opposition to the processing of the Climate Act, the amendments to the Waste Act, and the water reform, as these measures will introduce new burdens. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent, demanding that the government provide a clear overview of the total cost and impact analysis of the reforms before the legislation is adopted.
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2024-05-15
Third reading of the Bill (332 SE) on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of other related Acts.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on supporting the draft amendment to the International Sanctions Act (332 SE), which concerns the utilization of frozen assets. The speaker is a strong proponent and stresses the necessity of implementing the law without delay, while also being prepared for constitutional review proceedings.
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2024-05-15
ETO

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The legislative focus is on supervising the execution of the budget and holding the government accountable regarding the budget volumes approved by the legislature. The speaker acts as a critic and overseer of budget execution, emphasizing the budget volume confirmed by the legislature (16.8 billion euros).
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2024-05-15
Execution of the 2023 State Budget

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The legislative focus is on the supervision and control of the execution of the state budget, emphasizing the precise implementation of the budget fixed by the legislature. The speaker acts as the initiator of this oversight, demanding that the government inform the legislature with specific financial data concerning 2023 expenditures and remaining balances.
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on potential amendments to the electoral law aimed at suspending or revoking the voting rights of citizens of aggressor states. The speaker is demanding a clear statement from the government on whether the security services' recommendations support this kind of legislative initiative and political will.
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2024-05-08
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Third Party Liability Insurance Act and Consequential Amendments to Other Acts (400 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Motor Insurance Act (400 SE) and its connections to other legislation, particularly the motor vehicle tax. The speaker is acting as a critical evaluator of the bill, seeking to ascertain its impact on citizens' financial situation and the total cost of vehicle maintenance.
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2024-05-08
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Finance on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" (including an overview of public service development trends in 2022 and 2023)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The primary legislative focus is on amending the State Budget Act, requiring the adoption of a negative supplementary budget and the reduction of government expenditures (e.g., by 200 million euros). Also a priority is reaching a legislative agreement to postpone the abolition of the income tax bracket adjustment so that it does not take effect in 2025.
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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 main legislative priority is the immediate enforcement of the Draft Act Amending the International Sanctions Act (332 SE), which the speaker strongly supports. As a second priority, he demands the imposition of national sanctions to restrict Russian business, criticizing the government's failure to submit corresponding bills.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the proceedings for Bill 257 SE (Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Violations of European Union Law in the Workplace), with the speaker belonging to the opposition. The priority is restoring the right to separate voting on amendments (particularly those submitted by Isamaa), requiring the unbundling of linked proposals. The speaker also indirectly opposes the content of the bill, labeling it a "snitching project."
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2024-05-08
Estonia-Ukraine Security Agreement

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on making amendments to the State Budget Act to ensure the legality and smooth execution of financing transactions for assisting Ukraine. Furthermore, the government is required to address the observations made by the Auditor General.
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2024-05-08
The political situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on controlling state finances and the budget, initiating and supporting proposals for cutting government expenditures and adopting an austerity budget. A further priority is opposing the car tax bill, especially its amended form, which would tax all transactions in Estonia.
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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 legislative priorities involve processing amendments to the State Budget Act to allocate funds to local municipalities for the teachers' salary fund. Also crucial is the bill proposed by Isamaa concerning the establishment of Estonian language requirements in the service sector, the passage of which has been delayed. Furthermore, the goal includes mitigating risks and ensuring the enforcement of the law regarding the transition to Estonian-language education.
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2024-05-06
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Statement of the Riigikogu "On declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an institution supporting the military aggression of the Russian Federation" (Bill 420 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is on supporting the Riigikogu draft statement (420 AE) concerning the activities of the Moscow Patriarchate in Estonia. An important priority is also the demand for the government to implement the parliament's value stances through concrete legal steps regarding the church schism and the countering of security threats.
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2024-04-04
Elections of the Riigikogu Board

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is directed toward organizing the work of the Riigikogu and electing its Bureau, rather than specific legislative priorities or draft bills. The priority is the quality of parliamentary governance and procedural stability.
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2024-03-13
Rule of Law

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on supervising the activities of the executive branch and the prosecutor's office, and ensuring accountability. The priority is establishing the facts and protecting the principles of the rule of law, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills. The speaker acts as an overseer and an interrogator.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning business activities originating in Estonia and related to Russia during the War in Ukraine (No. 598)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently aimed at amending or tightening the government's sanctions policy and the rules governing the distribution of subsidies. It calls for the implementation of national sanctions, citing the previous precedent of restricting the transit of Belarusian metal, and inquires about the government's action plan concerning this matter.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker is focusing on the opposition to the government’s proposed legislative amendments, particularly in the area of tax policy, demanding the suspension of the new tax package and the lifting of restrictions on land tax increases. He/She is also critical of the government’s analysis of family policy, which aims to make family benefits more targeted.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on supporting this declaration (the return of deported children). Furthermore, there is a demand for the immediate definition of a clear legal position regarding the non-recognition of Russia's "presidential elections," as well as finding a legal solution to prevent their conduct on Estonian territory.
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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 main legislative priorities are scrapping the planned tax increases and imposing a moratorium on the fast-tracking of the climate law bill. Isamaa presented an energy security proposal to the parliament focusing on ensuring dispatchable generation capacities and a competitive electricity price.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is opposing the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 SE), demanding its withdrawal by the government. There is also broader criticism regarding the implementation of public finance consolidation through campaigns.
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2024-02-14
Government policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main legislative focus is opposing the car tax bill. Criticism is aimed at the rapid pushing through of the draft legislation and the absence of a substantive impact analysis, which is required when developing a bill. An explanation is being demanded as to why the government ignored the calls from dozens of interest groups to abandon the tax.
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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 legislative focus is on international political decisions and agreements, including reaching the threshold for a new aid package, utilizing frozen assets for the purpose of military aid, and establishing an international special tribunal. The speaker is the initiator in demanding the implementation of new and comprehensive sanctions and aid mechanisms.
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2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary legislative focus is the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act, to which the speaker is strongly opposed. A demand is being made for the government to withdraw this bill from the Riigikogu (Parliamentary) procedure, thereby positioning the speaker as both an opponent of the bill and the initiator of its withdrawal.
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2024-01-10
The economic situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main legislative and strategic focus must be the rapid creation of a new state budget strategy and a critical reassessment of the planned tax increases. The speaker is calling for an end to "busywork" and a concentration on supporting the economy. He is acting as the initiator of an alternative work plan.
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