By Plenary Sessions: Timo Suslov

The central topic is the proposal to amend the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act by introducing a financial coercive measure for ministers who fail to attend committee meetings. The speaker, representing the majority of the committee, supports rejecting the draft legislation (6 votes in favor, 4 against), arguing that existing measures (such as the procedure for expressing a vote of no confidence) are sufficient. The stance is procedural and centers on proportionality, questioning whether a financial penalty is warranted.