By Agendas: Aivar Sõerd

Total Agendas: 34

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2025-10-15

Discussion of the state issue of significant national importance initiated by the Committee on European Union Affairs: "Estonia's Choices and Opportunities in the European Union's 2028–2034 Long-Term Budget"

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

Not enough data

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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

Cooperation is demonstrated within the framework of the commission's work, where procedural decisions (such as placing items on the agenda or appointing a representative) were made by consensus. The speaker emphasized the coalition's unified position regarding the rapid adoption of the draft legislation, citing internal political support.

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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

Not enough data.

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2025-10-08

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Insufficient data.

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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

There is too little data.

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2025-10-06

First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Securities Market Act (690 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and open, emphasizing that all decisions made by the Finance Committee regarding the draft bill were unanimous ("consensual"). Cooperation with representatives of the Ministry of Finance (Minister Jürgen Ligi and officials), who participated in the committee discussion, is also mentioned.

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2025-09-24

Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (regulation of derivatives and repo transactions) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The cooperation style is highly consensual, repeatedly emphasizing that all decisions of the steering committee and the nine proposed amendments were adopted by consensus. Close cooperation took place with representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the Financial Supervision Authority, as well as the consultation of interest groups. The readiness for compromise was demonstrated by the addition of explanatory text concerning real estate valuation.

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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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2025-06-11

Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Expresses support for the commission's work and its decision regarding the Isamaa amendment, emphasizing that the commission was "on the right track" in rejecting the non-compliant proposal. This indicates a readiness to support procedural consensus.

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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.

Insufficient data.

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2025-05-20

Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (regulation of derivatives and repo transactions) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is consensual and collegial, emphasizing the unanimous decisions made by the Finance Committee during the processing of the draft bill. Cooperation with representatives of the Ministry of Finance (the Minister and officials) is close and detailed, focusing on clarifying the content of the bill and answering questions.

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2025-05-07

Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act (594 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Acts institutionally on behalf of the Finance Committee, relaying the committee's collective decision to reject the draft bill (6 in favor, 2 opposed). This involves cooperation with Lauri Lelumees, the representative of the Ministry of Finance, who provided the fiscal assessment, and with committee members (such as Tanel Tein), who raised important questions.

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2025-05-06

The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker referenced colleague Valge, noting that Valge asked the same question. This indicates a certain level of coordinated activity or a shared concern regarding the issue. There is no data suggesting broader cross-party cooperation or a readiness to compromise.

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2025-04-23

First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of Members of the Bank of Estonia Supervisory Board from Members of the Riigikogu" (629 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is consensual and cross-factional. The Finance Committee adopted all decisions by consensus, and the proposals for appointing substitute members originated from different factions (Eesti 200 and the Reform Party). This points to an openness towards broad-based cooperation in addressing institutional matters.

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2025-04-17

Draft Law Amending the Value Added Tax Act (593 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker references the former coalition (EKRE and the Centre Party), but uses that history to attack their opponent and emphasize their lack of action. There is no mention of current willingness to cooperate or compromise.

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2025-04-09

Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

He is working alongside members of the Finance Committee, presenting the committee majority's position to reject the draft legislation. He refers to cooperation with the government, conveying the stances of the Government of the Republic and the Ministry of Finance regarding their lack of support for the bill. He also notes that his colleague, Tanel Kiik, agrees with his views concerning the deficiencies of the draft bill.

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2025-02-18

Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker described the Finance Committee's discussion as constructive and thorough, noting that procedural decisions (adopting the agenda, appointing the rapporteur) were reached by consensus. In the substantive debate, he relies on the arguments presented by other committee members (Mart Võrklaev, Rain Epler).

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2025-01-16

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (520 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The information regarding the collaboration style is insufficient. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator, rather than a collaborative partner.

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2024-12-04

Second reading of the draft resolution "Approval of the Consolidated Financial Report of the State for the 2023 Financial Year" (503 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker emphasized cooperation within the Finance Committee, noting that the decision to move the draft legislation to the final vote was a "consensus position." They also demonstrated a willingness to cooperate with the external oversight body (the National Audit Office) by agreeing to their recommendations regarding the improvement of budget transparency and performance indicators.

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2024-12-04

Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style of interaction is questioning and demanding, directly addressing the Chairman of the Finance Committee to obtain an overview of the number of similar budget reallocations. The speaker attempts to ascertain whether the committee is even capable of overseeing the government's actions. The speech does not mention seeking cooperation or compromise with other parties.

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2024-11-13

Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

Insufficient data.

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2024-11-06

Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate with the Auditor General, expressing complete agreement with him regarding the failure of the budget reform. This signals a readiness to support the critical positions held by independent oversight bodies.

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2024-11-06

First reading of the draft resolution "Approval of the consolidated annual report of the state for the 2023 financial year" (503 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The cooperation style was consensual and inclusive, emphasizing that all decisions made by the Finance Committee regarding the processing of the draft bill were unanimous. This collaboration involved both the government representative (Minister of Finance Jürgen Ligi) and the representative of independent oversight (Auditor General Janar Holm), both of whom provided answers to the committee’s questions.

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2024-11-06

Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Mandatory Pension Act (434 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The cooperation style is consensual and inclusive, emphasizing close collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Defence when drafting the proposed amendments. Crucially, stakeholders (e.g., the Banking Association) were involved, and the majority of the amendments were drafted based on their feedback. All committee decisions regarding the further processing of the draft legislation were made by consensus.

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2024-10-22

Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The style of cooperation is formal and procedural, operating within the framework of the Steering Committee. It notes that the Committee's decisions regarding placing the draft resolution on the plenary agenda and appointing a representative were reached by consensus. It clearly maintains procedural boundaries in its responses, referring only to matters that fell within the scope of the Committee's discussion.

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2024-09-16

2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data

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2024-07-29

Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Not enough data

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2024-06-06

First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Income Tax Act and the Funded Pensions Act (Bill 434 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The working style within the committee is consensual and procedural. The speaker emphasizes that all decisions made by the Finance Committee regarding the handling of the draft bill (including placing it on the agenda, concluding the first reading, and appointing a representative) were reached by consensus.

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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 speaker employs a collaborative and respectful style, addressing both the chairperson and the presenter with deference. He/She actively seeks conclusions and clarifications drawn from the experiences of other countries, which indicates a desire for shared analysis.

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2024-05-08

First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The style of cooperation is procedural and consensual, emphasizing that decisions made in the Finance Committee (e.g., appointing a representative, adopting the agenda) were reached by consensus. He/She refers to the participation and support of the representative of the Centre Party faction (Andrei Korobeinik) during the committee's discussion of the draft bill. He/She is open to questions but strictly delineates which topics may be addressed during the committee presentation.

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2024-05-02

Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Not enough data

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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

There is not enough data.

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2024-03-06

First reading of the Draft Act (379 SE) on the Amendment of the Tax Information Exchange Act, the Taxation Procedure Act, and the Income Tax Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style of cooperation within the committee is consensus-based, emphasizing that all procedural decisions of the Finance Committee (including placing a draft bill on the agenda and concluding the reading) were unanimous. It collaborates with representatives of the Ministry of Finance, forwarding their responses and the results of studies.

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2024-01-24

Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The collaborative style is inquisitive and solution-oriented, involving direct contact with the minister to obtain clarifications and proposals for solutions. There is no information available regarding cooperation with other political groups.

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