By Agendas: Margit Sutrop

Total Agendas: 48

Fully Profiled: 48

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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

The focus is at the national level (the future of the Estonian economy, GDP) and on international comparison (the conditions for Finnish subsidies). Specific local or regional topics are missing.

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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 focus is entirely national, addressing state budget allocations for higher education, the reform of doctoral studies, and student subsistence across Estonia. Specific regional projects or interests are not mentioned.

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2025-06-18

Draft law amending the Health Services Organisation Act, the Unemployment Insurance Act, and other related acts, and amending the Disability Support Act (604 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is entirely national, addressing the implementation of the law across the entire Estonian healthcare system and highlighting the need for physician training. The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tartu is mentioned specifically regarding the necessity of training doctors, but there is no local or regional emphasis.

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2025-06-18

Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.

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2025-06-12

Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development Activities and Innovation (554 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data

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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 focus is at the national level (healthcare information system, legislation) and at the international level (a reference to the use of a proxy worldwide); there are no references to specific regional problems.

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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 focus is on the national level, addressing systemic issues within the Estonian judiciary and judge training. An international perspective is used for comparison, examining whether similar solutions are being implemented in other countries.

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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

Insufficient data.

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2025-05-13

Draft law amending the Basic Education Act, the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia, and other laws related thereto (establishing the obligation to attend school) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Data is scarce.

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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

The regional focus is on the Rakvere Court, which is cited as an example of local discussions and experiences related to judicial reform and the use of artificial intelligence.

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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 focus is at the national level (the Estonian healthcare system, the health portal) and on international models (Latvia, Germany). Specific national institutions are mentioned, such as the University of Tartu, Kliinikum, and PERH, but there is a lack of emphasis on local or regional constituency issues.

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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 focus is on implementing cultural policy and the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" at the national level. Regional focus is lacking.

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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

No data available. The topic under discussion (motor vehicle tax and EMTA systems) is of national scope.

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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 primarily national (developing the Estonian economy, Estonian-language artificial intelligence) and international (EU structural funds, Horizon, 200 billion allocated to AI). There is no regional emphasis, but specific Estonian institutions, such as the University of Tartu and the Institute of the Estonian Language, are mentioned.

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2025-02-26

Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national research and development system in Estonia, including the roles of the Estonian Research Council (ETAG) and various ministries. An international perspective is used for comparison (US political interference, the University of Helsinki funding system) to emphasize the need to protect the Estonian system.

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2025-02-20

Discussion of the nationally important issue "Plan for the Future of Sport: How to Bring Medals and Get Children Moving"

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.

The specific regional focus is on the University of Tartu and its Movement Lab, which is highlighted as a positive example. This emphasizes the role academic centers play in shaping national sports policy. The overall theme, however, remains the national sports strategy.

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2025-02-11

A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily international, centering on the specific bilateral relationship with Israel and Estonia's position in the Middle East conflict. Mention is also made of the activities of the UN General Assembly, which highlights the global diplomatic attention.

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2025-01-22

Draft law amending the Estonian Academy of Sciences Act (514 SE) – Second Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian Academy of Sciences, the country's economic situation) and the international level (references to the OECD and the practices of the Finnish parliament). There are no references to specific local or regional Estonian issues.

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2024-12-18

Draft law amending the Medicinal Products Act (hospital pharmacy) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The strong regional focus is aimed at the neighboring countries, Latvia and Lithuania, and their experience in pharmaceutical procurement. The role of the Baltic Assembly as a platform for the exchange of experiences is highlighted.

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2024-12-11

Third reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national organization of education and the creation of unified standards throughout Estonia. At the same time, it is specifically acknowledged that implementing the reform is a "very difficult task" in many Estonian regions, citing issues related to regional resources and establishing a suitable language environment.

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2024-12-05

Draft law amending the Citizenship Act (522 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.

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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 speaker is focused on national legislation, but they also pay significant attention to the role and concerns of local governments (KOV), specifically referencing the Harju County Municipalities Association and the Tartu City Government. Particular emphasis is placed on personal work experience in Ida-Viru County supporting the transition to Estonian-language education.

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2024-11-21

Draft law (447 SE) for amending the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia and amending other laws accordingly (establishing compulsory schooling) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on the national education strategy and the labor market needs within Estonia. The education systems of Finland and Germany are mentioned for comparison to illustrate the desired direction, but a specific regional or local emphasis is lacking.

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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

Not enough data

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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 focus is on national security, constitutional amendments, and the international threat posed by aggressor states.

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2024-11-14

Draft law amending the Estonian Academy of Sciences Act (514 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data

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2024-09-19

First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Adult Education Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (465 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Data is scarce.

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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 (the development of the Estonian defense industry) and the international level (assisting Ukraine).

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2024-06-11

First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

A strong international focus on the South Caucasus region, particularly Georgia and Armenia. Of interest are the activities of the Estonian ambassador in Georgia and the potential tension in Armenia-Georgia relations.

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2024-06-10

First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national budget expenditures, research, development, and innovation allocations, and international standards for measuring research costs (Frascati Manual).

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2024-05-30

Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian private sector) and international comparison (Sweden). Macroeconomic issues and questions of fiscal consolidation are discussed.

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2024-05-14

First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national education policy, but he/she is concerned about the financial burden placed upon local governments (LG). He/She mentions specific regional problems, such as the shortage of kindergarten spots in the municipalities of the "golden ring" (the rapidly developing areas surrounding the capital) and provides examples from the rural municipalities surrounding Tallinn and Tartu concerning the purchasing of services between local governments.

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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

The focus is on national education and tax policy. A regional focus emerges in the criticism of the City of Tallinn, where the local government channels money from the differentiation fund to support specialists, thereby leaving teachers under wage pressure.

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2024-05-07

First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing the issues surrounding the extension of the Estonian National Opera, located in central Tallinn, and its relationship with UNESCO heritage.

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2024-04-18

Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is national, addressing a nationally significant question regarding the necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia.

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2024-04-16

The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is national, centering on Estonia’s research policy, its universities, and state funding schemes (ETAG, Ministry of Culture).

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2024-04-10

First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, centering on the communication strategy of the Estonian state, the activities of ministries, and the creation of an Estonian-language public sphere at the national level. There are no references to specific regional or international topics, with the exception of a reference to the Chinese-controlled TikTok.

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2024-04-10

First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Drafts of Legal Acts Ensuring the Clarity and Predictability of the Development of the School Network" (285 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, centering on sparsely populated areas and preserving rural life by keeping small schools operational. The discussion revolves around implementing and increasing the 'remoteness coefficient' within the equalization fund to cover the higher expenditure needs of thinly populated regions when providing educational services.

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2024-03-19

The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national healthcare service and the availability of medical care throughout Estonia. Regionally, emphasis is placed on the role of the University of Tartu's Faculty of Medicine in providing a solution.

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2024-03-12

First Reading of the Draft Act amending the State Budget Act (391 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The focus is entirely national, addressing the budgetary matters of the central government and constitutional institutions (the Office of the President of the Republic).

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2024-03-07

Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing the future of Estonian energy and the problems of its transmission networks. Specific regional interests or local projects are not mentioned.

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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 focus is on national education policy and teacher qualification standards, concentrating on general education levels (basic school and secondary level). There is no regional or local focus.

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2024-02-13

Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly international and domestic, addressing Estonia’s relations with China and Russia. Germany’s strategy is cited as a benchmark, indicating an interest in the best international practices.

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2024-02-07

First reading of the Draft Act (192 SE) on Amendments to the Research and Development Organisation Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the national level, addressing the organization of Estonian research and development, the role of universities, and the funding of national studies. The situation of Estonian centers operating in foreign universities is also mentioned, referencing the situation in Hungary, but the overall focus is on domestic science policy.

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2024-02-07

First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Study Allowances and Study Loans Act (288 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

Insufficient information

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2024-02-07

First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Higher Education Act (291 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly on the national higher education system and international cooperation (foreign students, mobility programs, research cooperation). Estonia's position in global science is emphasized (the fourth country in terms of citation impact according to ESI data). There are no references to specific local or regional problems within Estonia.

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2024-01-23

Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is distinctly national and international, centering on the global competitiveness of Estonian science and drawing comparisons with other nations (Iceland, Singapore, Panama, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden). There is no emphasis placed on specific local or regional projects.

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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

A strong focus is placed on educational issues in rural areas and the restructuring of the school network, stressing the necessity of guaranteeing high-quality education even in the countryside. Specifically, the Unipiha School in Kambja Parish is cited as an example, highlighting its historical value and its crucial role as a community hub. Urbanization and out-migration are addressed as regional challenges that demand a national-level response.

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