By Agendas: Kersti Sarapuu

Total Agendas: 23

Fully Profiled: 23

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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the financial aspects of the regional economy, highlighting specific problems such as the lack of co-financing and complex loan conditions for businesses in rural areas. Terms like "creditworthiness" and "small and medium-sized enterprises" are used, which indicates expertise in the field of regional development and SME financing.
2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in housing policy and regional development, utilizing specific terminology such as "market failure areas" and "state guarantee." They are well-versed in the specific provisions of the coalition agreement (Point 340) and the timeline for their implementation (the second quarter).
2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the technical aspects of oil shale power generation, mentioning the reduction of the CO2 footprint and the production of by-products (e.g., in medicine and household chemicals). When justifying their positions, they rely on previous consultations with scientists within the faction.
2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the specific details within the sports sector, delving into problems concerning coaches' salaries, the motivation of club leaders, and the funding of training camps. He/She also references the minister's own previous testimony regarding low wages, which indicates a strong grasp of the subject matter.
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 speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of a specific custody battle saga (the case involving Kristiina Heinmets' daughter), citing publicly released documents from the court, the prosecutor's office, and the attorneys. The analysis focuses primarily on the public and legal trajectory of the case and the system's failure to find a resolution.
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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of regional policy and the allocation of investments, citing specific amounts (European funds in the hundreds of millions) and projects (Eesti Piim in Paide). The expertise is directed toward assessing the regional economy and the implementation of state support.
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 expertise is evident in the fields of energy policy and public administration, proposing a specific structural solution (a Ministry of Energy) to consolidate the entire energy system. The need for a unified development plan and comprehensive analyses is emphasized to manage various energy carriers (wind, gas, nuclear).
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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the administrative and temporal consequences of repealing the tax law. They focus on specific technical issues: the law's effective date and the handling of already issued tax notices (invoices).
2025-01-15
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Government of the Republic of Estonia to allocate funds for co-financing Tallinna Hospital" (498 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the use of European Union structural funds and their withdrawal from large-scale projects (hospital, railway). He/She is also aware of the necessity for new technologies and planning commissions in the context of hospital construction.
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 speaker demonstrates awareness of the existence of Estonian child protection organizations and is able to connect the draft law to the social media saga well-known to the public. The expertise is rooted more in social awareness and concern over specific cases, rather than in legal details.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Extension of the Term of Use of the Defence Forces in the Implementation of Estonia's International Obligations in the European Union's Military Assistance Mission in Mozambique" (480 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of international law and issues of diplomatic protection, focusing specifically on the status and immunity of Estonian representatives during the mission in Mozambique. The technical term "immunity" is employed in connection with international obligations.
2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the history of legislation, referencing their previous activity as a faction leader when addressing the same topic. They emphasize the need to understand international practice, asking for specific data on how many countries observe the second day of Easter as a public holiday. This indicates an interest in the legal and comparative aspects of the subject.
2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of auditing legislation, the State Audit Office Act, and quality control standards. Detailed information is presented regarding the audit firm's background, the team's experience (Big 4 experience), and the risk management system. Technical terminology is used, such as "procurement procedure," "sworn auditors," and international standards (ISQM, Estonian 200).
2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the organization and financing of social services, highlighting a specific hurdle: the lack of financial resources for local authorities to provide the service. They are aware that service providers exist and know that the core issue lies specifically with funding. The discussion of the topic is detailed and focuses on the practical problems of service implementation.
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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of national defense procurement and logistics, referencing a specific €1.6 billion ammunition acquisition. Specific quantitative data and technical terms such as "volumes" and "delivery times" are used, which indicates detailed knowledge of the project's financial and logistical aspects.
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 speaker is knowledgeable about energy policy issues, particularly regarding renewable energy sources (solar and wind) and nuclear energy. Their expertise is demonstrated by their ability to juxtapose opposing energy sources (nuclear energy versus renewables) within the context of national energy requirements.
2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of social welfare, particularly concerning the provision of care services for children with special needs and the procedures for assessing those services at the local municipality level. The speaker knows that the provision of the service and the assessment of the hours are the responsibility of the local municipality.
2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in SME financing and banking, citing concrete figures for rural areas regarding loan interest rates (around 5%), guarantee fees (2% plus), and the overall cost (exceeding 10%). Furthermore, the speaker is aware that discussions about utilizing subsoil assets have resumed, along with their potential for national development.
2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The knowledge is tied to the specific draft law and its official rationale. The speaker is familiar with the government's argumentation, directly referencing the Minister of Finance’s assertion regarding the tax’s environmental sustainability objective. Expertise is demonstrated in the capacity to identify and challenge the official political narrative.
2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of special welfare services, highlighting specific services offered by the NGO (e.g., care and development for children with special needs, assisting the elderly in managing daily life). The expertise is practical, emphasizing the role of service providers and the importance of the respite offered to family members. The main question concerns the funding of these services and their nationwide implementation.
2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in higher education and workforce demands, highlighting the difficulty of engineering and technical subjects and the resulting student attrition problem. He/She clearly differentiates technical disciplines from easier fields such as political science and management, stressing the lack of qualified specialists.
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 speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the energy sector, addressing technical terminology such as dispatchable capacity and the operational logic of the Nord Pool exchange. He analyzes in detail the effect of the market deficit on price formation, noting the twentyfold price volatility observed in January. Furthermore, he explains the rationale behind the green transition and the impact of emissions trading on the growing energy deficit in the region.
2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The expert analysis addresses questions regarding the production practices of Estonian businesses and the availability of insect-containing products in the retail trade. The primary focus is on grasping the market situation and the legal and practical aspects of implementing production. There are no indications that technical terminology or statistics are being utilized.