By Agendas: Helir-Valdor Seeder

Total Agendas: 137

Fully Profiled: 137

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2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law on the Election of the President of the Republic (684 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The text focuses on regional balance within the electoral college, stressing the necessity of restoring the proportion that was skewed in favor of local governments with smaller populations. It contrasts large municipalities (e.g., Tallinn) with small ones, emphasizing that the rights of all local governments must be protected.
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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 focus is entirely national, addressing nationwide tax measures and fiscal policy.
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2025-10-08
Budget and Tax Policy

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus is exclusively on national budget and tax policy, economic competitiveness, and the threat of driving away investors. There are no references to specific local or regional projects or issues.
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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 regional focus is clearly directed at rural areas and sparsely populated settlements, where incentivizing car ownership is considered the cheapest transport option for the state. The introduction of a new tax is viewed as punishing residents of rural areas.
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2025-09-24
State finances

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is split between domestic issues (the budgetary disorder of ministries, the Riigikogu) and international topics (the EU Emissions Trading System ETS2, and the positions of other member states).
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2025-09-24
Estonian choices

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on international (European Union climate targets and member state meetings) and national strategic issues. The main concern is maintaining the competitiveness of the Estonian economy within the broader European context.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly on national security and the international geopolitical context (Moscow, Russian aggression, the European Union). Local or regional issues are absent.
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2025-09-17
Government decisions

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

Not enough data
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2025-09-17
The Estonian language

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The regional focus is on national education policy, but specific examples are used to illustrate the problems, drawing from Narva (political opposition) and Viljandi (difficulties in organizing mother-tongue instruction for Ukrainian refugees). The role and capacity of local governments are emphasized.
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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 focus is entirely on national administration and social policy (the Health Insurance Fund deficit, family benefits). Regional issues are not addressed.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient data
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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 text emphasizes the significant role of credit unions in Estonia's regional and rural life. The Leie Credit Union is highlighted as a specific example, demonstrating the focus on local and rural financial institutions.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is primarily at the national and security policy level. The only specific regional issue is the Regional Minister’s plan to establish artificial regions in Estonia, which the speaker sharply criticizes, referring to it as dividing the country into "oblasts" and reducing the power of local municipalities.
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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 focus is on national legislation (the Waste Act) and the Europe-wide issue of waste import. Local government organization is mentioned at a general level, but there is no specific regional emphasis.
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2025-06-12
Second reading of the draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure Act, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) (603 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, concentrating on Estonian sovereignty, security policy, and the implementation of European law. Emphasis is placed on the Estonian state's ability to successfully manage the development of democracy without setting new precedents.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing constitutional issues, internal security, and the legislation concerning churches and congregations. There is no regional focus.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on specific regional issues, citing examples of decisions made by the Viljandi local government in the field of social policy. Significant attention is also paid to the city of Tartu, demanding clarity regarding the financing of the basketball arena construction using proceeds from the gambling tax.
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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

Not enough data.
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2025-06-04
Draft Law on Annulment of Excise Tax Increases on Energy Carriers (627 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly on national tax policy issues, such as excise duties and land tax, with no specific regional emphasis. References to homeowners and businesses are general, applying nationwide.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing issues of democratic governance and the oversight of party financing.
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2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly at the national and international level, zeroing in on Estonia's strategic security and the centuries-old threat posed by its eastern neighbor. The text also mentions the pointlessness of demilitarizing Latvia and Estonia in the context of "saving the world," thereby underscoring the broader security landscape.
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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 focus is entirely national, dealing with the country's 2025 supplementary budget and the overall accounting of energy expenditures at the Estonian state level. There is no reference to specific regions, local projects, or international issues.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on Estonia's national tax policy and resolving the economic crisis. The national policy is assessed in an international context, highlighting the neighboring countries Finland and Latvia for comparison.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on national security and the impact of international conventions on Estonia's defense capability. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Future of Estonian Agriculture (No. 730)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is on strategic issues concerning Estonian agriculture and rural development, as well as addressing disparities within the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). It is emphasized that EU rural development subsidies and domestic subsidies should be coordinated under a single ministry, which indicates a strong interest in regional policy.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on laws enacted at the national level and general rules for compensating land use restrictions. There are no references to specific regions, local projects, or international topics.
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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 focus is on reducing administrative costs at the national level and the activities of the ministries. There is no reference to specific regional or local problems.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-05-14
Close and sheep

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The focus is entirely on the national level, dealing with the central government's activities, the budget, and the headcount of civil servants. Regional or international topics are absent, with the exception of a reference to previous assessments concerning politicians in a neighboring country.
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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

Not enough data.
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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

There is not enough data.
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2025-04-23
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of Members of the Bank of Estonia Supervisory Board from Members of the Riigikogu" (629 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding energy supply reliability (no. 717)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, centering on comprehensively meeting Estonia's energy needs and prioritizing domestic production over imports. It is stressed that energy must be producible domestically.
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2025-04-09
Government decisions

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is exclusively on national economic and tax policy issues, such as the state budget, VAT, and pension indexation. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-04-09
Varia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

A strong regional focus, concentrating on the concerns of Viljandimaa (Mulgi municipality) residents regarding cross-border wind farms (the Lode wind farm). The problems facing the Ida-Virumaa Vocational Education Centre are also being highlighted, specifically those related to Russian-language instruction and the potential transition to paid schooling, emphasizing the critical need for local municipalities and residents to have a voice in the matter.
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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 regional focus is aimed at sparsely populated areas where public transport development has failed for decades. Specifically mentioned is the Saaremaa on-demand transport experiment, which highlights the state's inability to provide a satisfactory transport network outside of densely populated settlements.
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2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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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 regional focus is strongly anchored at the national and international levels, concentrating specifically on the constitutional authority and security of the Republic of Estonia amid the ongoing war. There is also mention of the right to establish the political power structure of the Estonian capital, with a reference to the Romanian elections cited as an example of Russian interference.
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2025-03-19
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is strictly on national and security issues that concern the entire country (the structure of the Defense Forces, the Internal Security Academy, limited human resources). Specific regional or local problems are not the subject of discussion.
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2025-03-12
Governing the state

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The Regional Focus group opposes the reorganization of state administration, sharply criticizing plans to divide Estonia into four "oblasts" and restructure the county public transport centers. These initiatives are viewed as a waste of public funds and an increase in unnecessary bureaucracy.
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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 focus is national, covering the implementation of Estonia's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and the overall state of governance.
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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 focus is placed on the national level (Estonian security and constitutional amendments) and international relations, particularly concerning the status of citizens from aggressor states (Russia, North Korea) and allied nations (NATO, Switzerland, Japan). There is no specific regional or local emphasis, apart from references to the exercise of power within the Estonian capital and other local governments.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Elron Ticket Price Increases on Regional Policy (No. 708)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

A very strong regional focus, which highlights the unequal treatment of peripheral regions (Antsla, Põlva, Viljandi, scattered settlements) compared to the capital (Tallinn). Specific attention is drawn to the Viljandi County municipalities (Põhja-Sakala, Viljandi Rural Municipality, Mulgi Rural Municipality) and the Saaremaa experiment involving demand-responsive transport. It is emphasized that regional policy must take into account the road conditions and transport needs of scattered settlements.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Regional Representatives (no 706)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional, emphasizing the concerns of rural areas and the need to maintain 15 counties as the optimal regional administrative unit. Specific examples are given regarding state institutions leaving Põlva county, and the unequal distribution of European Union funds is criticized, where 90% goes to the "golden circle." The speaker emphasizes that the county division has developed historically and culturally.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is strong, bringing to light specific local issues, such as the location of the gas plant (Narva versus Paldiski), and particularly the cross-border conflict regarding wind farm planning in the Mulgi municipality, Viljandi County. Emphasis is placed on the need for assistance for local governments when planning cross-border wind farms (Lode-Penuja), given that the Estonian state's capacity to intervene or have a meaningful say is questionable.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs (no 684)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

A very strong regional focus is currently on Viljandi County, where the complex situation involving three schools of differing statuses (Ämmuste, Kaare, Lahmuse) is being analyzed. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of resolving the county's entire education network, rather than just focusing on the state schools sector. Järva County is also mentioned in connection with school visits.
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2025-02-13
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (544 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting

The legislative focus is directly tied to the local government elections, and Speaker 1 specifically notes that the amendment concerning the formation of electoral districts currently affects only one local government in Estonia, which is Tallinn.
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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

Even though the focus is on national and international topics, a regional aspect is being highlighted in the criticism of the car tax. The speaker emphasizes that the car tax will hit residents of sparsely populated rural areas the hardest, as they have no alternative in the form of public transportation.
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2025-02-12
Government coalition policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national energy policy, but it includes a significant regional and cross-border dimension. Specifically, the impact of the Latvian wind farms (Lode-Penuja) on the Mulgi municipality is cited as an example, and the state is criticized for its inability to coordinate cross-border activities and assist local governments.
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2025-02-12
Damage to Allied Relations by Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is solely on the national level and the political conflict taking place within the Riigikogu. There is absolutely no mention of local, regional, or international issues.
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2025-01-29
Sideteenused

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is national, tackling a nationwide consumer protection issue and the resulting regulatory chaos that affects tens of thousands of clients across Estonia. There is no specific emphasis placed on local or international topics.
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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.

Not enough data
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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 regional focus is evident in the criticism of the car tax, because, according to the speaker, it "hits families with children very painfully" and disproportionately affects people living regionally who rely on transportation. This highlights concerns regarding the transport needs of rural areas and families.
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2024-12-18
Guardians of the Economy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker focuses heavily on regional policy, the protection of local government rights, and the insufficient distribution of business support in rural areas. He/She emphasizes the illogical nature of the new regions, citing as an example the Central Estonia region stretching from the North Coast all the way to the Latvian border, using specific counties (Järvamaa, Raplamaa, Viljandimaa) as illustrations.
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2024-12-18
Tourism Strategy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The regional focus is very strong, concentrating on developing sports infrastructure and ensuring its accessibility across every county. Paide is specifically mentioned in connection with the opening of a new football hall, and there is an emphasis on organizing school sports competitions in various counties.
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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 focus is exclusively national, concerning the fundamental principles of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and the State Budget Act.
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2024-12-12
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Government of the Republic (523 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data.
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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

It focuses on national issues, specifically the state budget and the funding of nationwide public transport. Regional or local focus is not mentioned in the speeches.
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2024-12-11
Confusing substitution activity

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

A strong regional focus is placed on the funding of local authorities (KOV), especially regarding the covering of education costs and the organization of public transportation. We oppose the regional minister's plans to form confusing regional structures and create new extensions of the central government, emphasizing the role of existing local authorities.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is strongly national and international, concentrating on the Estonian Citizenship Act, security risks, and the issues surrounding dual citizenship. Separate emphasis is placed on the security threat posed by dual citizenship with aggressor states (Russia, Belarus).
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2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, examining the impact of the draft Pre-primary Education Act on the Estonian-language learning environment and the formation of kindergarten groups. It refers to the role of local governments in ensuring kindergarten places, but the underlying topic is a broad national language policy.
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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

Not enough data.
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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 speaker focuses regionally on the city of Viljandi, using the process of the takeover of the Viljandi Adult Gymnasium as an example of the ministry's inaction and failed planning.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is strictly national, addressing amendments to the Government of the Republic Act, the administrative jurisdictions of ministries, and the relocation of state agencies (such as the Land and Spatial Planning Agency). Regional or local issues are not covered in the speech.
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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 regional focus is on Ida-Virumaa and Narva, which are cited as examples of failed integration and security risks stemming from the granting of voting rights to non-citizens. He/She compares Estonia's situation with that of Latvia, where similar aspirations for autonomy did not emerge following the restriction of voting rights.
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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 regional focus is linked to security risks in Ida-Viru County and Narva, pointing to the historical desire for autonomy within Estonia. The speaker uses the experience of the Republic of Latvia concerning Daugavpils as a comparison to refute threats regarding the loss of these regions.
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2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

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

The regional focus is directed towards Ida-Virumaa and Narva, citing historical demands for autonomy and the failure of integration. This focus is utilized as an argument that the granting of suffrage has failed to yield the anticipated positive outcomes.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry regarding tax changes (no. 657)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is mainly on national tax policy, but the activities of the Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture are mentioned, as well as the desire of local governments to increase their revenue base through tax revenue. This demonstrates an awareness of the impact of tax policy on regional administrations.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

No data available.
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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 focus is at the national level (state budget, economy, central government expenditures). The regional dimension emerges through the ambiguity surrounding the funding of public transport subsidies and the impact of the maximum increase in land tax on local government revenues.
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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 focus is entirely on the national level, addressing central government expenditures, the overall size of the state budget, and national defense spending. There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
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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.

Data is scarce.
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2024-11-13
Regional policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily on domestic regional administration, emphasizing the importance of counties, local identity, and functional catchment areas. Separate criticism is leveled at the illogical composition of the Central Estonia region, which includes Rapla, Lääne-Viru, Järva, and Viljandi. There is a demand that regional policy must be based on existing administrative boundaries.
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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 focus is primarily on the national budget procedure and the role of the parliament, but there is also interest in how local government councils handle their budgets and in the implementation of participatory budgeting.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the validity of Estonian laws and internal security in the context of organizations operating in Estonia. No separate regional or international focus is noticeable, with the exception of a reference to the "aggressor state."
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2024-10-23
Red symbolism in public spaces

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is placed on national lawmaking and international relations, particularly concerning the legal status of citizens from aggressor states and allied nations. Local authorities are only highlighted within the context of suffrage, rather than through specific regional issues.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, covering the general methodology of the state budget and the nationwide public transport subsidy.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is purely at the national level, addressing the state budget and the draft law concerning the security tax.
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2024-10-16
State security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The regional focus is clearly national and international, addressing Estonia's internal security, migration quotas, and the influence of citizens from the aggressor state. Specific domestic objects are also mentioned, such as the Nevsky Cathedral, which is linked to the Moscow Patriarchate.
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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

Insufficient data
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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 focus is at the national level, concentrating on amendments to the Government of the Republic Act and the division of areas of responsibility among ministries. The links between the Land and Spatial Planning Agency and local governments, as well as the use of agricultural land, are mentioned, but strictly within the context of the reorganization of the state administrative structure.
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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

No data available
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

There is not enough data.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional and local. Emphasis is placed on the disparity in supporting regional cultural diversity (Setos, Mulgis, Võros, Saaremaa Islanders) and stable funding is demanded. The text addresses problems with the revenue base of local governments (KOV) (e.g., Paide) and the transport needs of rural areas, warning against the dismantling of county public transport centers.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-09-25
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is national, dealing with the security of the Republic of Estonia and the issue of suffrage within the context of local government and presidential elections. There is no specific regional or local focus.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

No data available
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

It focuses on national security and the sustainability of the nation-state, stressing the impact of internal migration. Regionally, it highlights the demographic situation in Tallinn, where Estonian speakers are in the minority. It refers to an article by a Sakala journalist concerning tax policy.
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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 focus is on the national level (Estonia's defense capability and the Defence League) and the international level (the NATO defense planning process and requesting assistance from allies).
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2024-09-09
Interpellation Regarding the Technical Failure of the Joint Entrance Exams for State Gymnasiums (No. 627)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the nationwide organization of admission tests for state gymnasiums and its impact.
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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 regional focus centers on the status of Petserimaa and the Estonian-Russian border treaty, emphasizing the issue of the historically occupied territory and its impact on the country's territorial integrity.
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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 focus is exclusively at the national level and on the internal organization of the parliament. There are no references to regional or local topics.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Regional balance is a key issue, stressing that government policy has undermined this equilibrium and is further destabilizing it. The focus is on the need to increase the revenue base for less affluent local governments and those situated far from urban centers, as developing enterprise and providing public services is more costly in those areas.
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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 regional focus is extremely strong, emphasizing the devastating impact of the car tax on rural and sparsely populated areas where a car is absolutely essential. Criticism is leveled against the centralization of public services in cities and the cutting back of the public transport network at the expense of rural areas, labeling this "perverse regional policy." Specific attention is drawn to the better public transport organization in Tallinn and Harju County compared to Saaremaa or other regions.
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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 regional focus is heavily directed toward the Baltic states (Latvia and Lithuania), which are utilized as direct benchmarks for evaluating both tax policy and security (defense industry, the presence of allied forces). Emphasis is placed on Estonia's negative divergence from its neighbors.
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2024-07-15
Extraordinary Election of the Riigikogu Vice-Speakers

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Insufficient information.
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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

Insufficient data
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

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

The regional focus is critical, noting that the draft bill represents "perverse regional policy" because it widens the revenue gap between local municipalities. The bill favors larger centers where land prices are higher, while areas with lower prices will see less revenue flowing to their local governments, thereby deepening regional inequalities.
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2024-06-06
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the State Fee Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (417 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is clearly directed at rural and sparsely populated areas, where car ownership is a basic necessity due to inadequate public transport. The speaker emphasizes that the tax will have a negative impact specifically on people living in rural regions, penalizing those who bear the transportation cost themselves.
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2024-06-05
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely on national tax policy and fiscal matters that affect old-age pensioners nationwide. There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-06-05
Tax policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is implicit, referencing the negative regional policy impact of the car tax. This impact affects car owners and families with children who are compelled to use a car.
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2024-06-04
Third reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

No data available.
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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 speaker focused on the impact of regional policy, labeling the draft legislation "upside-down regional policy." It was stressed that the proposed changes will widen the disparities in the revenue base between municipalities surrounding Tallinn and those in more distant regions, ultimately harming rural areas.
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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 focus is entirely on the national level: state budget revenues, Estonia’s economic situation, the maintenance of the public sector, and the funding for police officers, rescue workers, and teachers’ salaries. Solutions concerning the revenue base of local governments are deemed confusing and ineffective.
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2024-05-15
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Workplace Violations of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker highlights Mulgimaa, stressing the region's historical connection to the deportations and the high percentage of informers in that area. The regional focus is utilized to strengthen the social and historical argument.
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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 focus is on national security and the international threat (Russia's war and Putin's declared holy war). Local municipalities (Tallinn, Narva, Kohtla-Järve, Paide, Türi) are cited as examples to underscore the nationwide political danger posed by the voting rights issue regarding the formation of political power, rather than merely a narrow regional interest.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (387 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The primary focus is on national internal security and the international context (aggressor states, EU law). Regional emphasis is placed on the example of Latvia, which is seen as a model for developing more consistent citizenship, migration, and language policies. The Tallinn City Council elections are also mentioned.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
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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.

None. The focus is on the national legislative process and issues concerning the implementation of the European Union directive, including Estonia's representation in EU institutions.
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2024-05-08
Election Promises and the Fulfillment of Agreements

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Not enough data.
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2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-05-07
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus emerges when describing the problem of disproportionate electoral districts, highlighting, for instance, the disparity in mandate numbers between Harju and Rapla counties (16 mandates) versus Lääne-Viru County (5 mandates). This focus contributes to a broader national critique of the election law, underscoring the unequal representation of the electorate.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national security and international influence operations, specifically addressing Russia's efforts to influence European countries, including Estonia. While specific local sites are mentioned (the Nevsky Cathedral, Kuremäe Monastery), they are discussed within the broader context of implementing national security policy.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (the Estonian economy, the situation in Estonia) and the international level, referencing the practices of other countries when introducing and repealing sugar taxes. There is no emphasis placed on specific local or regional interests.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely national and institutional, addressing amendments to the Riigikogu Electoral Act and their impact on democracy. A regional focus is absent, with the exception of an example concerning the disproportionality of electoral districts (5 mandates vs 16 mandates in the Harju district).
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the incitement of hatred towards families with children (No. 612)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary emphasis is on national and demographic issues concerning the future of Estonia as a whole and the sustainability of the Estonian nation-state. The regional focus is evident in the emphasis placed on the needs of large families, especially those living outside major cities for whom car ownership is an everyday necessity, while criticizing the failure to make exemptions for the car tax.
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2024-04-03
National Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and legislation, but the negotiations of the Tallinn City Council are also mentioned. He emphasizes that the issue of voting rights has been raised specifically within the context of Tallinn, which the government criticizes, even though the matter should have been resolved at the Riigikogu (Parliament) level.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Improving Teachers' Working Conditions" (373 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the legislative procedure at the national level and the funding of cultural structures of national importance.
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2024-03-06
Coalition Agreement

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The regional focus is absent; attention is directed entirely towards national policies (tax policy, energy policy) and constitutional issues concerning local elections in the context of national security.
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2024-03-05
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Recall of a member of the Supervisory Board of the State Forest Management Centre and appointment of a new member" (386 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data.
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2024-02-21
The voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and local governments (Tallinn, Tartu, Narva) in connection with the question of suffrage. The international context is also examined, referencing the war and the practices of other European countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Germany, France) regarding the voting rights of third-country nationals.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the draft Act amending the Aliens Act (European Union Blue Card) (349 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (Estonian state expenditures, the Estonian labor market, and security) and the international level (EU regulations and third countries). It is emphasized that social expenditures during crises remain the responsibility of Estonia.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is very strong, highlighting the inequality between urban and sparsely populated areas. The speaker stresses that in the countryside, a car is an unavoidable necessity, whereas in the city (especially Tallinn), it is possible to forgo a car, thus making the tax unfairly burdensome for rural residents.
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2024-02-14
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is directed towards Ida-Virumaa, where integration problems have emerged due to the utilization of immigrant and refugee labor within the Russian-speaking environment. This situation is presented as an example of the negative social consequences of immigration.
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2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker highlights the exacerbation of regional problems, as the car tax undermines the livelihoods of people living outside major cities. In rural areas, a car is an essential necessity because there is no viable alternative comparable to Tallinn's free public transport network.
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2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

No data available.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The regional focus is directed towards Ida-Virumaa, which is used as an example of the unsuccessful integration of previous immigrants into Estonian society over the course of more than 30 years. This example supports the argument concerning the limited integration capacity of the Estonian state.
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2024-01-24
Voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on Estonian security and constitutional issues at the national level, specifically those concerning foreign nationals residing in Estonia. There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-01-24
Money

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The text mentions support for the preservation of rural schools (one- to six-grade schools) within the context of the education reform, suggesting a degree of focus on regional education matters. Furthermore, it raises the issue of insufficient financial backing for the transition to paid public transport, a matter that falls within the purview of the Ministry of Regional Affairs.
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