By Plenary Sessions: Urmas Reinsalu

Total Sessions: 11

Fully Profiled: 11

2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding European Union regulations (sustainability reporting, Fit for 55) and their economic impact, citing specific costs (over 30 million euros in additional burden, and one million euros for the NG Investeeringud group). They possess deep knowledge of data protection, banking secrecy, and the quality of legislation, referencing criticism from constitutional institutions and a Dutch court precedent. Technical terms such as "profiling basis" and "super database" are employed.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Shows a deep understanding of taxation and economic policy (including the rise in the tax burden and the indices from the Institute of Economic Research) as well as constitutional law. The text employs technical terminology and references specific legal sources, such as Article 26 of the Constitution, the Public Order Enforcement Act, and the German Federal Constitutional Court. Detailed arguments are presented concerning the competitiveness of the maritime industry and the impact of the ETS2 system.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
It demonstrates detailed knowledge regarding the design and history of the motor vehicle tax, referencing the role of the Prime Minister (who was then the Climate Minister) in demanding a CO2-based tax back in August 2023. It utilizes specific data concerning the total cost of the tax to society (nearly a quarter of a billion euros) and highlights practical administrative problems, such as the increase in people's tax bills compared to January.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of legislative procedures (e.g., processing without a preliminary drafting intention, coordination tables) and the technical aspects of data processing (data mining, profiling, depersonalization, super database). Expertise in the field of anti-money laundering and financial crime is also highlighted, covering topics such as e-residency, cryptocurrency regulation, and ultimate beneficial owners. Specific legal terms like "precedent" and "banking secrecy" are utilized.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates a profound understanding of the economic and regulatory specifics of waste management. Specific numerical data is requested concerning the fees for waste incineration, landfilling, and transport, along with the additional costs incurred by producers for managing packaging waste. The analysis focuses on comparing these technical fees and how they changed before and after the legislation took effect.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates authority in the justice sector, particularly regarding political accountability, legal proceedings, and prison management. They reference specific documents (the Pricewaterhouse analysis, PPA and KAPO risk assessments) and employ technical terminology (extrapolate, rational political framework). Furthermore, they possess knowledge concerning the surplus of prison capacity in European Union member states.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Demonstrates deep expertise in the field of taxation and Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) procedural processes, utilizing specific terminology such as "omnibus bill" (kobareelnõu), "bundle bill" (pundareelnõu), and "annihilate." References analyses conducted by economic experts (banks, IMF) and presents concrete figures regarding tax hikes (16 new taxes in 2024, 26 new taxes in 2026) and the unspent budget surplus. Raises legal questions concerning the Rules of Procedure Act and the right to vote on proposed amendments.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in internal security, criminal policy, and international agreements, referencing specific figures (600 criminals) and documents (the Pricewaterhouse analysis, classified recommendations from KAPO/PPA). Particular emphasis is placed on the legal and security risks associated with prisoner visitation and recidivism, culminating in a detailed question regarding the jurisdiction of crimes committed within the prison setting.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of constitutional law, parliamentary procedure, and tax policy. Specific terminology is employed (e.g., constitutional review, legitimate expectation, the ETS system), and concrete figures are presented regarding new taxes and obligations. The knowledge concerning the administrative organization of the court and the mechanisms of constitutional review is particularly profound.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in economics, taxation policy, and energy, backing up claims with specific data and statistics. Detailed figures are provided concerning the number of taxes (16+16+26), the inflation rate (44%), and foreign investments (citing the Ernst & Young report). Expert opinions are referenced (Sutter, the Estonian Employers' Confederation, scientists), and the speaker shows a strong grasp of European Union policies ("Fit for 55") and regional investment projects.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in state budget and fiscal policy matters, liberally employing specific statistical data and figures (e.g., the 527 million euro increase in administrative expenditure). References to analyses conducted by the National Audit Office and detailed tax hikes lend authority to the presentation. The primary focus, in particular, is on the carried-over funds related to administrative costs and their subsequent impact on the deficit.