By Agendas: Pipi-Liis Siemann

Total Agendas: 28

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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

None. The criticism is aimed more at systemic deficiencies, such as the inability to significantly reduce the number of civil servants despite technological advancements.
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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.

There is no direct criticism or confrontation aimed at the minister or the government; instead, the minister's efforts to resolve the complex situation facing agriculture are acknowledged. The question is focused on constructive policy development.
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2025-09-23
Draft law amending the Act on Population Status Proceedings, the Population Register Act, and the State Duty Act (687 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th session, plenary session

There is no antagonistic stance. The speaker focuses on raising issues (e.g., service accessibility, supervision of residence registration) and conveying the ministry's explanations, rather than engaging in political criticism.
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2025-09-18
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

There is no objection. The speaker is engaging constructively with the material presented by the presenter, focusing instead on assessing the situation and seeking clarification.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the specific draft bill 639 SE, which the committee recommended rejecting. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the fact that while the problem (the touring of decoy candidates) exists, the bill does not offer an adequate solution and would alter long-standing practices based on residency registration. There is no direct attack against the initiators of the bill.
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2025-06-12
Draft law amending the Courts Act and other related acts (to enhance court administration) - second reading (632 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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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.

There is no direct opposition; the criticism is aimed instead at political measures (excise duties and fees) that impede the competitiveness of businesses. The intensity of the attacks is low, focusing on finding solutions.
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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 criticism is aimed at the failed conditions and objectives of the previous rental housing program, indicating dissatisfaction with the implementation of the preceding policy. This is policy- and procedure-based criticism, not a personal attack.
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2025-05-15
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances supporting the plan to build offshore wind farms" (586 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the initiators of the draft legislation (represented by Helir-Valdor Seeder), whose proposal to establish a new investigative committee was rejected. The criticism is procedural, focusing on why the investigation could not be conducted by existing special committees, and citing the sheer scope of the draft's tasks and its unrealistic deadline.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

No direct confrontation is expressed; instead, reference is made to concerns raised in the commission, such as the length and cost of court proceedings (citing Jaak Valge), and problems concerning system fragmentation are discussed. The speaker acknowledges that the draft bill does not directly solve these issues, but points toward solutions that are expected to arrive in subsequent legislative steps.
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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 criticism is aimed at parents who abuse their parental rights and responsibilities, thereby neglecting the child's rights. The current state of the justice system is also indirectly criticized for its inability to ensure the enforcement of contact orders.
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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 speaker conveyed the Government of the Republic's opposition to the bill, which was justified on the grounds of legal propriety—that restricting suffrage requires an amendment to the Constitution. The committee itself voted to reject the bill (6 in favor, 2 against), thereby supporting the government's position on procedural grounds.
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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

The criticism is directed at the initiators of the draft bill (Lauri Laats), whose actions he suspects are populist, noting that the initiator’s position has drifted toward either left-wing or right-wing populism. He also stresses that the Government of the Republic did not support the bill, citing the additional workload and financial costs presented by the Ministry of Finance. Furthermore, he criticizes previous speakers who strayed from the topic during the debate (e.g., foreign trade).
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The criticism is aimed at the unconstructiveness and deviation from the topic observed during the plenary debate, citing "whataboutism" and the introduction of irrelevant subjects (such as European and American investments). There is no direct political confrontation; instead, the focus of the criticism is solely on the quality of the procedure and the standard of the discussion.
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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 no direct opposition or criticism aimed at specific adversaries; the focus is instead on clarifying the relevance and appropriateness of the exceptions and limitations. The criticism is directed more towards potentially ambiguous or dangerous provisions within the draft legislation, rather than towards the procedure or specific individuals.
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2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker conveys the opposition to the draft bill, which was reflected in the committee vote (6 votes in favor of rejection). The opposition was based on arguments that the new committee might duplicate the preparation of the Ministry of the Interior's development plan, and that a previous similar committee lacked the necessary enthusiasm. The criticism is directed at the procedural expediency of the draft bill, not at individuals.
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2024-09-10
First Reading of the Draft Act (412 SE) on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (Obtaining a Compensatory Mandate Based on the Number of Votes Cast for the Candidate)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the technical deficiencies of Draft Bill 412 SE, particularly concerning the comparability of absolute votes across districts of varying sizes. The Speaker also reports on dissenting votes within the committee (Isamaa, EKRE), whose members felt that the election law needed to be supplemented and modernized, despite their opposition to the current draft bill.
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2024-09-10
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of Section 2 of the Law on Holidays and Commemorative Dates (402 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the initiators of the draft bill because the explanatory memorandum failed to include economic analysis and impact assessment, particularly concerning state budget costs and the strain on the education system. The opposition is moderately intense and is grounded in both political and procedural reasoning, emphasizing the clear resistance from the government and the ministries.
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2024-06-06
Proposal of the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Code of Civil Procedure into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

A direct confrontation is not stated, but the difference in positions between the Ministry of Justice and the Chancellor of Justice regarding the assessment of the regulation's unconstitutionality is highlighted. Criticism is directed at the insufficient clarity and practical application of the legal norms, which have resulted in unconstitutional situations.
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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 criticism targets systemic deficiencies, such as the mismatch between the education system and the labor market, and bureaucracy that hinders entrepreneurship. Specific political opponents or groups are not being criticized; instead, the focus is on problems that require solving.
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2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker does not express opposition to or criticize any political group or individual, but supports the objectives of the bill. Insufficient data.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Appointment of Oliver Kask as a Justice of the Supreme Court" (424 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker does not express direct opposition or criticize any political grouping or individual. He notes that Jaak Valge asked questions concerning the work of the Venice Commission, but this is presented as a standard procedural inquiry.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

Opposition is aimed at the specific draft bill (276 SE) because of its narrow and non-systemic approach, rather than at the objective of increasing security itself. The criticism targets the proposal to create a single exception, arguing that it fails to enhance safety to the required degree. The criticism is procedural and policy-based, highlighting the necessity of dealing with the issue comprehensively.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Local Government Council Election Act and Other Acts (246 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The objection is directed at a specific bill (246 SE), the rejection of which the committee majority (6 members) supported as a motion. The opposition is procedural and political, not personal, and stems from the parliament's consideration of the permissibility of a double mandate.
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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 does not criticize or oppose the minister, but acknowledges the scope of the reforms and poses a constructive question regarding the further alignment of investments with climate goals.
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2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is aimed at the proponents of draft bill 166 SE, as the bill is deemed overly restrictive and unnecessary. Criticism is also leveled against those local municipalities that, whether out of convenience or outright refusal, fail to adhere to the established procedure for Estonian-language official business, demanding that they improve their political culture.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker opposes the view that the physical presence of a school is the primary prerequisite for a village's survival, criticizing the effort "to preserve at all costs a school that no longer has enough children." The speaker also criticizes the situation where the mere existence of the school is prioritized over examining what is actually happening inside it.
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