By Months: Helir-Valdor Seeder

Total Months: 8

Fully Profiled: 8

10.2025

13 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates proficiency in the technical details of the car tax bill, asking specific questions regarding benefits for rental cars, leasing agreements, and the utilization of the prepayment account. He refers to the explanatory memorandum and demands precise answers concerning M and N categories and the procedures for refunding taxes that have already been paid. He criticizes the minister for incompetence, as the minister is unable to answer specific questions pertaining to the bill.
09.2025

25 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, financial regulation (credit unions), and security policy (the Moscow Patriarchate). They use specific legislative terminology (ETS2, LULUCF, naturalization, investigative measures) and refer to previous legislative amendments. They also demonstrate knowledge regarding the supervision of the education system and the regulations governing language instruction related to Ukrainian refugees.
06.2025

28 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the strategic planning of national defense, the historical continuity of security threats, and international law (specifically, challenging visa bans). They also possess strong competence in financial and tax policy, where they pose detailed questions regarding the accuracy of expenditure planning and the mechanisms behind land tax increases. Furthermore, the speaker is highly knowledgeable about interpreting the Parliament's Rules of Procedure Act and the complexities involved in overseeing political financing.
05.2025

17 Speeches

The politician demonstrates deep expertise in parliamentary rules of procedure and matters of constitutionality, criticizing the format of ministers working remotely during sessions and the decisions of the Riigikogu Board. He/She possesses specific knowledge regarding the disparities within the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the coordination of rural support. Additionally, he/she refers to the National Audit Office's assessments concerning the actual impact of government cuts, demonstrating a detailed familiarity with fiscal policy.
04.2025

14 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the Riigikogu’s internal rules and legal acts, challenging the board's decisions concerning the requirement for an absolute majority (referencing Section 103 of the Constitution and the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act). They are well-informed on economic matters, citing Bank of Estonia forecasts regarding inflation and the decline in purchasing power. Furthermore, they possess specific knowledge of cross-border energy policy and the planning of wind farms (e.g., the Lode wind farm).
03.2025

12 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise in the field of national defense, posing specific questions regarding the expansion of the wartime structure, the equipment of the territorial defense, logistical support, and stemming the departure of active duty personnel. Furthermore, the speaker is well-versed in topics concerning the efficiency of public administration, inquiring about the numerical implications of the 20% reduction in the number of officials and the failure to meet the 1% GDP target for research and development (R&D).
02.2025

36 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of energy policy (cost components, storage solutions, CO2 policy), constitutional law (procedural rules, the historical context of suffrage), and regional administration topics. Specific financial data is utilized (e.g., a €2.6 billion subsidy, a €60 million reserve fee), and references are made to relevant legislation (e.g., the Rules of Procedure Act).
01.2025

13 Speeches

The speaker demonstrates authority in interpreting and implementing the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules, as well as procedural rules, citing previous practice. Furthermore, they possess deep knowledge regarding demographics (decline in birth rate, inertia, complex problem) and regional administration (historical and artificial regions). They also raise specific questions concerning the oversight of consumer protection and digital services (specifically, changes to Telia 5G packages).