By Agendas: Riina Sikkut

Total Agendas: 80

Fully Profiled: 80

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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

Strong support for amending the Presidential Election Act, particularly regarding the earlier presentation of candidates and the opportunity for them to speak in the Riigikogu chamber. The politician emphasizes the need to restore the pre-administrative reform proportions within the Electoral College, viewing this as a side effect requiring correction, rather than an attack on the constitution. The position is policy- and value-based, stressing the fairness of rural representation within the Electoral College. This represents the views of the Social Democratic Party faction.
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2025-10-13
809 On the Future of the Climate Law

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is strongly focused on supporting a short, specific climate framework law, even though this approach was only adopted two and a half years later. The speaker criticizes the previous comprehensive approach favored by the Reform Party and calls into question the Prime Minister's consistency and the watering down of emission reduction targets. The focus is on policy continuity and the rigor of the targets.
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2025-10-13
Interpellation concerning the necessity and timeliness of establishing a general quiet period during the breeding season (No. 804)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is directed at the legal analysis of the deregulation of nature conservation and the procedure for commissioning it. The speaker questions the cooperation between the ministry and the Government Office, suggesting the ministry's possible opposition to rapid deregulation. The position is procedurally critical and results-oriented, demanding explanations regarding the motives for commissioning the analysis.
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2025-10-13
Inquiry concerning the revenue base of local governments (No. 802)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on clarifying the impact of amendments to the State Budget Act and the revenue base of local governments. The speaker is skeptical about whether the proposed changes, such as removing case-by-case grants from the support fund, are merely technical or if they will significantly affect the financing of local authorities. The stance is strongly aimed at achieving clarity and is rather performance-driven.
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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Legislation (736 SE) on the Amendment of the State Budget Act and the Act Amending the State Budget Act

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on changes to state finances and the domestic fiscal rule. The speaker strongly opposes the relaxation of the rules, seeing this as an attempt by the government to shoehorn its budgetary strategy into the existing regulations. The criticism is directed at the increase in bureaucracy and the jeopardizing of the sustainability of public finances. The position is strongly policy- and results-based, emphasizing the negative administrative consequences.
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2025-10-13
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Act on Simplified Taxation of Business Income and the Income Tax Act, and the Act on the Repeal of the Security Tax Act and the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 734 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The politician stands firmly against the government's irresponsible fiscal policy and Bill 734 SE, which cuts taxes using borrowed money. The primary focus is on restoring trust in political institutions and ensuring long-term, responsible public finance management. He sharply criticizes the breaking of promises (the tax truce, the temporary nature of the security tax) and short-sighted actions aimed solely at the next elections. His political position is strongly value- and results-based, emphasizing accountability for the nation's finances.
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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Principality of Liechtenstein for the Avoidance of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and Capital and the Prevention of Tax Evasion and Tax Fraud, and the Protocol thereto (718 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political position is strongly supportive of ratifying the double taxation avoidance agreement with Liechtenstein, emphasizing its compatibility with Estonian interests and the necessity of making adjustments to the OECD Model Convention. The focus is on the political objective of expanding Estonia’s treaty network, which now extends to 65 agreements. The treatment is clearly policy- and procedure-based.
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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 political stance is one of strong opposition to the government's 2026 state budget, which is deemed irresponsible, short-sighted, and likely to exacerbate social inequality. Key issues include a record budget deficit, a rapidly escalating debt burden, and the underfunding of social welfare. This position is value-driven, emphasizing the necessity of statesmanship and accountability, and culminates in a proposal to reject the budget.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker strongly opposes the current budget strategy, stressing its inability to address the growing structural deficit. The primary concern revolves around the failure to provide a credible plan detailing how to achieve the necessary budget position correction of 1 to 1.5 billion euros starting in 2030, once the European Union derogations no longer apply. The political framework is results-oriented, focusing on the absence of long-term fiscal sustainability.
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2025-10-07
Interpellation concerning the unspent budget funds of the Ministry of Education and Research (No. 805)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker strongly emphasizes the minister's responsibility for managing the activity-based budget and setting the metrics (target levels). The political focus is on performance-based management, requiring that funds truly be directed toward solving politically prioritized concerns. His position is rather procedural and results-oriented, stressing the need for effective sectoral management.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on reducing educational inequality and preserving neighborhood schools. The speaker strongly supports proactive state intervention to provide additional support to schools attended by students from socio-economically weaker backgrounds. This position is clearly policy-driven, focusing on avoiding the negative spiral (school closures).
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the insufficient state funding of school meals and the resulting inequality (No. 797)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on mitigating socio-economic inequality through the education system, emphasizing the value of free school meals as a lever for improving learning outcomes. The speaker criticizes the government's attempt to offload responsibility onto local municipalities, demanding clear guidance from the state for public schools. This stance is value-based and strongly supportive of universal school meals.
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on enhancing security and technological capability, often juxtaposed against the issue of the limits of privacy and personal freedoms. The speaker moderately supports the deployment of maximum technological capability (e.g., using AI to identify movement patterns) in the fight against crime. The core focus is the political necessity of providing security agencies with modern tools so they do not fall behind criminals who utilize technology.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s plan to bring Swedish prisoners to Estonia, emphasizing the negative impact this would have on internal security, healthcare resources, and strategic economic objectives. The criticism targets the effectiveness of the government’s actions (or inaction) and is firmly rooted in policy and performance metrics. The speaker believes that the government’s plan moves contrary to Estonia’s strategic goal of developing into a nation with higher productivity.
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2025-09-22
Request for information regarding the establishment of a business council and the potential conflicts of interest of its members (no. 788)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political position focuses on government efficiency and cost savings. The speaker supports reducing bureaucracy but questions the necessity of the Minister of Entrepreneurship portfolio, especially if the Prime Minister is forced to assume critical responsibilities in that sector himself. This is powerful, results-driven criticism aimed at the structure of the government, suggesting the post may be redundant.
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2025-09-18
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

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

The political position is sharply critical of the government’s budget policy, emphasizing the irresponsibility shown in disregarding domestic fiscal rules and introducing unfunded expenditures. The speaker strongly supports the recommendations of the Fiscal Council and necessary tax increases, cautioning that the debt burden could double within four years. The focus is primarily on fiscal accountability and the long-term economic sustainability of the state.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing and the Act on International Sanctions (640 UA), which was not announced by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The political position centers on balancing data usage and privacy within the e-state, emphasizing the need to ensure public trust while simultaneously enabling law enforcement agencies (RAB, MTA) to utilize modern technology. The speaker and the Social Democrats do not support the adoption of the specific law (640 UA) in its current form, but they insist on continuing substantive discussions. This position is strongly value-based, stressing constitutional compliance and the cultivation of trust.
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2025-09-17
State finances

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's budget policy, which is labeled irresponsible and demagogic. The primary emphasis is on the fairness of tax policy, supporting the shifting of the tax curve to alleviate the tax burden on middle-class wage earners, rather than its complete abolition, which would hand a victory to the wealthiest. The focus is primarily on the policy's inefficiency and the absence of long-term fiscal responsibility.
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The political focus centers on the quality of legislation and supporting the role of the Chancellor of Justice in constitutional oversight. The speaker strongly endorses the independent and high-quality work performed by the Chancellor of Justice and directly inquires whether adequate resources are available for this purpose. The emphasis is placed on effectiveness and a procedural approach, noting that parliamentary activities frequently generate additional workload for the Chancellor of Justice.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding educational inequality (no. 795)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The political focus centers on reducing educational and socio-economic inequality, highlighting the direct impact these factors have on health and life expectancy. This stance strongly supports national policy measures, such as extending mandatory schooling until the age of 18 and expanding school-based support services. The overall focus is distinctly policy- and value-driven, emphasizing social justice.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Differences in Teacher Salaries (no. 790)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The political focus is on funding the education sector and regulating teachers' salaries. The speaker demands clarity on whether the objective is to raise the teachers' minimum wage, the average salary, or to achieve regional parity. The speaker questions the current per-capita funding model, actively seeking alternatives. The political framework is clearly policy-driven, centering on finding solutions to the problem of teacher attrition.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the development of the defense industry and the associated planning processes. Attention is drawn to an alleged delay of up to 12 months in the planning of the defense industry park. The stance taken is strongly outcome-oriented, demanding an explanation from the minister regarding contradictory statements concerning the project’s progress and public confidence.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The political stance focuses heavily on financial regulation and consumer protection, particularly within the non-banking credit market. It emphasizes the necessity of additional measures, such as restrictions on nighttime lending, to protect consumers who prioritize the size of the monthly payment over the annual percentage rate (APR). This position is clearly policy-driven, concentrating on mitigating systemic risks and enhancing market performance.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (636 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political position is critical and focuses on the uncertainty of the government's actions and the volatility of its stances. The speaker emphasizes that the government has recently shifted its positions regarding the car tax, the income tax hike, and the salaries of teachers, rescuers, and police officers. This stance aims to evaluate the government's performance, demanding procedural correctness and requesting a new official position concerning the bill under consideration.
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2025-09-10
First reading of the draft law on civil crisis and state defense

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political position is heavily focused on ensuring national defense and civil crisis preparedness, stressing that crisis measures must not be optimized based on the lowest possible cost. The speaker strongly advocates for implementing the requirement to build shelters in new apartment buildings, while questioning the current approach taken by the government and the National Defense Committee. This framework is rooted in specific policies and values, placing security as the ultimate priority.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The political focus is on improving the financial management and accountability of government agencies. The speaker sharply criticized repeated erroneous advance payments amounting to tens of millions, calling into question the existing control mechanisms. This position is clearly aimed at improving the system and overall effectiveness, demanding concrete changes to prevent future errors.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding the Development of Nuclear Energy in Estonia (No. 786)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The most prominent issue is the opposition to developing nuclear energy in Estonia, highlighting the substantial public sector costs, long-term state commitments, and new risks involved. This stance is policy-driven, focusing on the mismatch between value and cost (expensive energy). The speaker questions the necessity of a collective effort if the expected outcome is expensive energy.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The central theme is the plans to increase immigration, which are closely linked to boosting productivity and tackling the labor shortage. The speaker (a social democrat) criticizes the government’s vague plans and the lack of concrete figures, emphasizing the need for long-term solutions that ensure Estonian language proficiency (such as study migration). This position is strongly policy- and results-driven, demanding strategic action to halt the decline in productivity and improve integration.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political stance is heavily focused on supporting regional policy measures and evaluating the efficacy of government actions. The speaker stresses the necessity of setting concrete and measurable objectives (such as jobs, income levels, and population distribution) in order to gauge the regional minister's success. New government goals are being backed, specifically the allocation of 40% of enterprise subsidies to rural areas, with the emphasis being that decisions of this nature have not been made before.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on end-of-life regulations, supporting the adoption of the previous "advance directive" law and emphasizing the need for a balanced, substantive discussion regarding assisted suicide. This position is strongly procedural, requiring the avoidance of political battles and focusing instead on adjustments to the legal framework necessitated by the Supreme Court ruling.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The political stance is strongly critical of the government's policies, particularly concerning the immigration of foreign labor, the transfer of Swedish prisoners, and the regressive nature of the tax structure. The primary focus areas are social justice, national security, and the achievement of long-term economic objectives (productivity). The political framework is distinctly policy- and value-driven, emphasizing the associated societal risks.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is fiercely oppositional, centered on criticizing the Justice Minister’s priorities—namely, prison rent, tax cuts for online casinos, and cheap foreign labor—labeling them as "peculiar" choices. The speaker challenges the contradictory nature of the government's actions, specifically their preference for granting tax breaks to casinos instead of providing a VAT exemption for food items. The overall focus is directed toward criticizing the efficacy and results of the government's actions and political decisions.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law on Song and Dance Celebrations (598 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is generally supportive of the preparation of the draft bill, but immediately shifts focus to two critical questions rooted in policy and values: the symbolic effective date of the law and how to ensure the sustainability of amateur collectives. The primary concern relates to the potential drop in motivation among long-standing collectives if they are displaced by short-term project groups.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to Draft Bill 602 SE (Amendments to the Employment Contracts Act), stressing that it is economically unsound and keeps workers trapped in low-productivity sectors. This stance is policy-driven, focusing on the necessity of economic restructuring and the reality of workers' wage levels. The speaker acknowledges ideological differences but emphasizes the need for making smart decisions for the benefit of the economy.
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2025-06-12
Second reading of the draft law amending the Health Services Organisation Act, the Unemployment Insurance Act, and other related acts, as well as amending the Act on Support for Working Capacity (604 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is one of strong support for the bill (604 SE), which centers on making patient autonomy and end-of-life declarations of intent legally enforceable. This is a value-based approach, emphasizing human rights and peace of mind, while stressing that it does not regulate euthanasia or arrangements related to property. The speaker expressed satisfaction that this version of the bill genuinely makes existing rights actionable.
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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 political position is strongly social democratic and value-based, emphasizing that economic well-being is an inseparable part of security. The most salient issues are raising the subsistence level threshold and the nationwide abolition of kindergarten fees, which are strongly advocated for, citing rising prices and regional inequality. The speaker acknowledges the need for broad-based security funding but prioritizes improving the economic security of the populace.
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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

The political stance is strongly opposed to the government’s tax package (645 SE), as it raises taxes, exacerbates inequality, and undermines the financial stability of low-wage earners. The primary focus points are the diminishing fairness within the tax system and the low level of credibility among politicians due to the decision to make the security tax permanent. This position is strongly value-driven, emphasizing economic well-being and social justice.
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2025-06-11
Draft law (641 SE) for the ratification of the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Republic of Botswana for the avoidance of double taxation in relation to income taxes, and for preventing tax evasion and tax fraud, and its associated protocol - second reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the ratification of the Agreement between Estonia and Botswana for the Avoidance of Double Taxation (Bill 641 SE). This stance is policy- and procedure-focused, emphasizing the smooth progression of the legislative process and the absence of opposition. The bill is contextualized within the framework of international cooperation and a state visit.
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2025-06-11
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to the current solution proposed in Draft Law 609 SE, recommending the suspension of the second reading because the process has been deemed "untrustworthy" and embarrassing. The main emphasis is placed on consumer protection, establishing market order, and avoiding EU fines, while criticizing the government's inability to achieve these aims. The stance is driven primarily by procedural and performance concerns, highlighting the necessity of having the possibility of imposing penalties.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The political stance is highly critical of the government’s (especially Eesti 200’s) priority setting, viewing the overemphasis on the competition law bill as questionable. The speaker challenges the government’s assertions regarding consumer protection, pointing instead to underlying business interests and procedural irony (court overload versus the introduction of new procedures). This position is intended to call the government’s actions and motives into question.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The most prominent themes are improving consumer protection through legislation and the Supreme Court's capacity to handle major political disputes. The focus is rather systemic and results-oriented, emphasizing the need for clarity and efficiency in the administration of justice. Political disputes, such as the dismantling of the second pension pillar and obstruction, are framed as factors that burden the system.
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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.

The political focus is on the low productivity of the Estonian economy and the low value of exported goods (less than one euro per kilogram), despite the high level of education. The speaker strongly supports changes that would secure investments from local capital and provide Estonian companies with equal opportunities to contribute to production. The solution to this problem is seen in factoring local interests into decision-making, emphasizing that capital must also have a "parish."
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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 political stance focuses on increasing the flexibility of national defense while strongly supporting withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention (642 SE). This position represents a fundamental shift in values, moving from humanitarian considerations toward a security-based framework, stressing that the security environment has drastically changed due to Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. The objective is to make aggression against Estonia unviable by granting the Defense Forces the necessary flexibility in selecting weapon systems.
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2025-06-04
2025 supplementary budget

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The speaker is focusing on the efficiency of implementing social policy and the tax system. While he/she fundamentally supports providing aid to families with children, the speaker is strongly opposed to the complicated implementation of the planned car tax exemptions proposed by the coalition. The political focus is shifting towards favoring a system of direct benefits over the tax system, emphasizing the simplicity and fairness of the 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 political position is strongly critical of the government, emphasizing that the infrastructure sector is exceptionally political, as it impacts the state budget for decades and the living environment of hundreds of thousands of people. The primary focus is performance-based, criticizing the failure to achieve strategic goals (such as reducing transport emissions and the number of fatalities). The speaker urgently demands the implementation of evidence-based policy to meet these strategic targets.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Establishment of Tallinn Hospital (no 762)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The political position is strongly focused on the immediate legal merger of Tallinn's four hospitals, emphasizing the state's leading role in the provision of healthcare services, which constitutes a constitutional responsibility. The speaker stresses the necessity of capitalizing on the opened political window of opportunity and criticizes the phased approach as a suboptimal solution. This hurdle is policy- and procedure-centric, demanding strict adherence to a logical plan.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The political stance centers on the state's constitutional responsibility for mitigating social risks (old age, long-term care). The speaker emphasizes that when public tasks are delegated to the private sector, the state, acting as the principal, must ensure the quality and economic viability of the service. This is clearly a policy and value-based framework that necessitates improved oversight of delegated services.
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2025-06-02
An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of scientific study and the quality of university education (no. 764)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The political focus is on linking education policy with national labor needs, emphasizing the admission of foreign students into fields where labor shortages have been identified. This stance supports promoting student mobility, provided that the teaching of the Estonian language and professional employment within Estonia are guaranteed. The framework is strongly policy- and results-oriented, focusing on solving specific economic problems through the education system.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The political focus centers on analyzing the funding and distribution of responsibilities for youth work, highlighting the necessity of balancing local government (KOV) autonomy with ensuring a consistent quality of services. The speaker endorses the successful implementation of collective agreements in healthcare and sees potential for repeating this success in the education sector. The primary concern relates to the inherent risks associated with project-based funding and the differing capacities among local governments (KOV) to effectively organize youth work.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Prosecutor's Office Activities (no 748)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The political focus is currently aimed at reforming sexual consent legislation, with strong support for advancing a "yes-means-yes" model of consent law. The speaker cites the Pihlakodu case as a regrettable yet awareness-raising catalyst, underscoring the necessity for immediate political action. This stance is clearly rooted in policy and values, demanding a concrete legislative schedule.
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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 political platform heavily focuses on two issues: the deficit in state budget sustainability and the rapid increase of needs-based social benefits. The Social Democrats support broad national defense spending, but stress that economic well-being is also a security issue. The government is criticized for postponing budget problems until the period following the 2027 elections. This stance is strongly policy- and value-driven, emphasizing the need for an honest debate on unpopular topics.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – third reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The political stance is strongly focused on improving gender balance in decision-making bodies, supporting the implementation of the 60:40 principle for the management boards of listed companies. The speaker stresses that this is a necessary, albeit soft, measure, given that natural progress has not taken place in Estonia. The adoption of the bill is justified by the goal of ensuring better decisions and the welfare of all members of society—a value-based approach. Regret was also expressed that a similar requirement was not mandated by law for state-owned enterprises.
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2025-05-21
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act for Entrepreneurs, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on fair taxation and supporting a progressive income tax, which was an election promise of the Social Democrats. They emphasize the need to finance defense spending in a way that does not burden low-income earners, pensioners, or the sick. Although the Social Democrats generally dislike high taxes, the current opposition stems from the unfair distribution of the tax burden.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Strong opposition to the tax package (645 SE) presented by the government, focusing on its inherent unfairness and economic irrationality. This political position is driven by the substance of the policy itself, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining equity within the tax system and avoiding the over-taxation of a narrow tax base. The Social Democrats do not support the draft bill and have submitted a motion for its rejection.
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2025-05-20
Draft law (641 SE) for the ratification of the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Republic of Botswana for the avoidance of double taxation in respect of income taxes, and for the prevention of tax evasion and fiscal fraud, and of the protocol thereto – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the ratification of the double taxation avoidance agreement between Estonia and Botswana, viewing it as a tool for strengthening international ties. The stance is policy-driven, emphasizing the importance of mutual taxation avoidance and the prevention of tax evasion. The objective is to support Estonian business interests in this growing African country and potentially increase future tax revenue.
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker opposes the fast-track decision-making process regarding the construction of the nuclear power plant, demanding political consensus and a national referendum on strategic issues. They criticize the government's lack of continuity, citing frequent changes to income tax legislation as an example. The argument itself is highly procedural and results-driven, focusing heavily on the government's inconsistency.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The political position is strongly value-based, prioritizing the value of the forest as a living environment over its status as an economic asset. The speaker criticizes the government’s actions, which focus on isolated decisions (for example, the 70% limit, special planning for the nuclear power plant) in the absence of a comprehensive strategy document. The overall stance is highly critical of the government’s procedural approach to environmental policy.
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2025-05-19
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The political stance centers on strong opposition to unlawful procedures, highlighting the legal insufficiency underpinning the initiation of targeted protection zone designation. This position is distinctly procedural, citing the Chancellor of Justice's memorandum to contest the government's rationale for commencing the action. The speaker insists on prioritizing the amendment of the law and existing protection regimes before any new zones are designated.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker focuses on the income requirement for skilled labor and the associated adaptation costs. He/She moderately supports the requirement of 1.5 times the average wage, justifying this stance by citing the immigrant's higher living expenses and lack of a support network. If the government plans to lower this requirement, the speaker urgently demands state support for language training and cultural adaptation, highlighting the policy's consequences and advocating for a value-based approach to integration.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker places strong emphasis on education policy, stressing the importance of mathematics for developing analytical thinking and addressing technological challenges. Their primary themes include changes driven by artificial intelligence and the reduction of educational inequality. The political framework is outcome-based, demanding concrete measures to ensure that every graduate achieves a satisfactory level of mathematical proficiency.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The politician strongly supports measures aimed at improving gender balance, particularly within the governance bodies of listed companies and state-owned enterprises (SOEs), viewing this as a necessary, value-based step (idealist, feminist). She/He emphasizes that the representation of women in governance bodies in Estonia is exceptionally low (10–11%), and that no natural progress has occurred. She/He considers improving gender balance at decision-making tiers essential for society at large, enabling better decision-making. Although she/he supports the European compromise regarding listed companies, she/he would personally have preferred to start with the public sector.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is currently centered on the necessity of subsidizing ferry traffic and the role of state aid in securing transport links. The speaker challenges the expectation of economic self-sufficiency in transport for sparsely populated regions, stressing that subsidies are the rule rather than the exception. This stance is strongly policy- and results-driven, underscoring the necessity of guaranteeing these connections through national support.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is strongly opposed to the centralization of vocational education, stressing the importance of maintaining rural schools (such as Vana-Vigala). This position is value-driven, focusing on the mental health and security of young people, as well as the viability of the regions themselves. The speaker supports the policy direction that young people should acquire professional skills in vocational schools immediately after completing basic education.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry Regarding the Disruption of Railway Construction in Rohuküla (No. 731)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance heavily emphasizes the necessity of adhering to evidence-based policy and existing national spatial plans. The speaker firmly supports continuing the construction of the Rohuküla railway, viewing it as an indispensable part of the public transport reform and the development of the western corridor. This position is directed against changes to government plans, especially the removal of planned railway routes from long-term development strategies. The policy is strongly policy-driven, stressing continuity and consistency.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on linking regional policy and demographic policy, which is viewed as a supportive foundation for increasing the birth rate. This position is strongly value-driven, emphasizing the availability of services (kindergarten places, extracurricular activities) in rural areas. The speaker undoubtedly considers regional policy to be a crucial cross-cutting issue.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is currently on the practical and economic challenges associated with implementing the social welfare reform (the care reform). The speaker expresses concern regarding the financial sustainability of the reform, specifically highlighting the impact of rapid price increases on the cost of services. The stance taken is outcome-based, questioning whether the reform's original assumptions remain valid under current inflationary conditions.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, or regarding occasional work contracts (no. 735)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to the proposed amendments to the Employment Contracts Act (the "casual wage contracts"), emphasizing that such widespread implementation across all sectors is unprecedented and has not been adequately debated. The speaker’s stance is value-driven, focusing on the social protection of workers and the necessity of earning a living wage, rather than merely a financial buffer for investment. The overall position is one of strong opposition, rooted in policy and core values.
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the draft bill amending the Competition Act (609 SE), strongly supporting the increase in the powers and punitive instruments available to the Competition Authority. Opposition to harsh penalties is viewed as undermining the authority's competence. There is also a value-based framework, emphasizing the protection of democracy and the rule of law, which the speaker claims the Social Democrats stand for. Political accountability in the event of failure to transpose the directive has been highlighted as a critical issue.
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly advocates for local, fuel-free, and decentralized energy production, deeming it strategically essential for guaranteeing energy security and independence. This stance is rooted in policy and specific objectives, highlighting the necessity of achieving an annual average of 100% electricity consumption coverage using energy generated from renewable sources. Furthermore, the speaker is vehemently opposed to the spread of misinformation that impedes the development of wind farms.
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2025-04-23
Draft law amending the Health Services Organisation Act (advance directive of a patient’s end-of-life will) – first reading (604 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly supportive of the draft Act amending the Health Services Organization Act (Patient's End-of-Life Advance Directive) (Bill 604 SE). The framework of the bill is value-based, emphasizing bodily autonomy and ensuring a dignified end of life, making existing rights applicable even to those who are unable to express their will. The speaker considers this amendment very important, although essentially it is a technical matter of implementation.
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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

The political position centers on a strong demand for a comprehensive overview of the energy sector and strategic planning. The speaker opposes making significant, isolated decisions before the Energy Sector Development Plan (ENMAK) is finalized and debated in the Riigikogu. This is the consistent, policy- and procedure-based position of the Social Democrats, both within the cabinet and in the public sphere.
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2025-04-23
Third reading of the draft law amending the Tobacco Act (223 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly focused on the stricter regulation of tobacco and nicotine products, underscoring the value-based objective of reducing youth addiction and improving public health. The transposition of the European Union directive is supported as the only viable means of regulating the market due to the nature of cross-border trade. The speaker emphasizes the legislator's responsibility for prevention and the avoidance of health risks.
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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 strongly supports the strategic, value-based importance of culture but sharply criticizes its treatment merely as a budget line item. The core argument is performance-based: since the state's strategic target for participation in cultural life was achieved seven years ahead of schedule, this must translate into better pay and social guarantees for cultural workers. This position is heavily focused on improving the living standards of those working in the sector.
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2025-04-16
Second reading of the draft law amending the Tobacco Act (223 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is strongly health- and prevention-based, supporting the transposition of the European Union's unified tobacco policy rules. The speaker emphasizes the need to equally regulate all nicotine products to reduce youth addiction, considering the adoption of the bill an essential interim step. The stance is value-based and stresses the protection of children's health.
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2025-04-16
Third reading of the bill amending the Medicinal Products Act (hospital pharmacy) (532 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus centers on protecting patients' interests and supporting Estonian research, development, and innovation. The speaker strongly supports the amendment to the Medicinal Products Act, recognizing that while it is a compromise and not ideal, it is necessary for the benefit of patients. The approach is clearly policy- and results-driven, emphasizing the law's utility.
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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 speaker strongly opposes the government's proposed amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, viewing them as a threat to worker protection and income stability. The need to improve the utilization of register data (Statistics Estonia, AKI) for better decision-making is also highlighted. The political framework is clearly value-based (social justice) and policy-centric, focusing on mitigating income inequality.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus centers on the fairness and efficiency of the tax system, particularly concerning regional disparities in income and wealth. The speaker questions whether a single tax measure can resolve widespread inequality issues, and is seeking political direction on how to enhance fairness, either through tax restructuring or targeted support mechanisms. The position taken is moderate and policy-driven, aiming for legal clarity.
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2025-04-09
Second reading of the bill amending the Medicines Act (hospital pharmacy) (532 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports improving patient access to novel medicines via the hospital exemption route, citing the growing number of cancer cases and Estonia’s small size as a market. Although the compromise proposal in the draft bill is supported, concern is raised that added bureaucracy could prolong processes and impede the quick availability of treatment. The focus remains on patient safety and national innovation, which is presented as a policy- and results-based approach.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

A strong supporter of transposing the EU directive aimed at promoting gender equality and improving gender balance within the governing bodies of listed companies. It emphasizes that Estonia holds an exceptionally negative position in Europe regarding gender balance indicators, making the swift implementation of this law essential from both a values-based and policy perspective. It rejects views that deem the measure degrading to women or an instance of over-regulation, while stressing the paramount importance of qualifications.
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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 speaker substantively supports revoking the voting rights of citizens of aggressor states starting in 2022, but strongly objects to the procedural execution of constitutional amendment bill 536 SE. The political focus is value-based, emphasizing the importance of the democratic process and maintaining social cohesion. Due to procedural errors, the speaker considers the adoption of the bill to cast a shadow over the Riigikogu.
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