By Plenary Sessions: Kristina Šmigun-Vähi
Total Sessions: 22
Fully Profiled: 22
2025-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
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2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Expertise is evident in the field of administrative procedure and regulatory efficiency, coupled with a thorough understanding of the developers' perspective. Technical terms are employed, such as "designation of the responsible party," "processing documentation," and "fine rates," which indicates knowledge of the mechanisms of legal implementation and the bottlenecks inherent in bureaucratic processes.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the legislative procedure, especially the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and the stages of bill readings. The expertise is clearly linked to the technical details of the Accounting Act and the accompanying reporting obligation. A detailed overview is presented on the handling of amendments and consultation with the Ministry of Finance and the Chamber of Auditors.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, particularly regarding the work of the Economic Affairs Committee and the processing of draft legislation. Specific terminology is used, such as "preparation based on a directive," "making technically correct during the second reading," and reference is made to specific draft law numbers. The expertise is related to the internal organization of the Riigikogu and inter-ministerial coordination.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a deep understanding of the social and environmental causes of juvenile delinquency, specifically highlighting family-related factors, school violence, and social exclusion. This expertise is focused on systemic prevention and grasping the complexity inherent in such efforts.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Even though the speaker denies being a specialist, they demonstrate knowledge of energy policy, renewable energy, and storage solutions, stemming from their membership in the Economic Affairs Committee. They reference recent meetings with energy producers who stressed the global shift towards storage solutions, proving they are current with industry developments.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of healthcare policy and medical ethics, particularly concerning end-of-life directives. Emphasis is placed on the complexity of training healthcare professionals and managing their emotional coping mechanisms. A profound question is posed regarding the paradigm shift in the mindset of a physician who is trained to be a "savior" but must make difficult decisions.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the financing and structure of the sports sector, clearly differentiating between results-based elite sports and youth sports requiring developmental support. They employ specific terminology within the context of sports policy, such as "elite sports," "young athletes," and "social security." The expertise focuses specifically on the deficiencies in social support systems for developing young talent.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the fields of sports policy, physical education, and public health, citing both personal experience and national strategies (such as the Fundamentals of Sports Policy until 2030). He/She delves into detailed issues, including the structure of school timetables, the limits of school autonomy in curriculum selection, and the underlying causes of declining children’s health metrics (screen addiction, insufficient physical activity). This expertise is reinforced by the proposal of practical solutions, such as opening schoolyards to the public and conducting lessons outdoors.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the legislative procedure and the work of the lead committee, providing precise dates, bill numbers, and procedural stages. The expertise covers amendments to the Customs Act and specifics regarding coordination between ministries (Finance, Defense Ministry) and the Defense Forces. The knowledge is highly detail-oriented and focused on institutional cooperation.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in parliamentary procedure and the specifics of the amendments to the Customs Act, particularly concerning fine rates, the statutory regulation of uniforms, and the transposition of EU regulations. He accurately conveys the technical explanations provided by Ministry of Finance officials, emphasizing the importance of a unified European Union customs system.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The expertise is evident in the field of children's rights and social policy, particularly concerning the legal aspects of responsibility and freedom of choice within children's institutions. The matter is addressed to the Chancellor of Justice, indicating an interest in legal and constitutional oversight.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of foreign investments, banking accessibility, and the international reputation of Estonia's e-state. They draw upon practical experience and feedback from foreign representatives, emphasizing the negative impact bureaucracy has on the investment climate.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of sports policy and public health, referencing the deterioration of children’s health indicators and smart device addiction. This expertise is supported by the utilization of strategic documents ("Estonia 2035," "Foundations of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030") and research data concerning participation in school sports. He/She explains in detail the Ministry of Culture’s decision to amend the procedure for allocating operational grants.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of economics, referencing the concept of scarce resources and the necessity of making choices. Their expertise is focused on strategic planning and prioritizing national investments, and they specifically requested recommendations regarding sectors where Estonia should concentrate its efforts. Furthermore, they are aware of the substantive debates that occurred within the expert body.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a specific interest in environmental technology and waste management, emphasizing the importance of recycling and the contribution of scientific research. He also possesses knowledge of energy policy, highlighting the rapid fluctuation of data and the goal of achieving stable electricity prices through the use of nuclear power plants. The third area of focus is the coordination of internal security and the responsibilities of various government agencies.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the core documents of national sports policy, referencing a specific strategy running through 2030. A specific metaphor is used to describe the structure of sports development ("the base of the pyramid"), which indicates a systemic understanding of the connections between sport and public health.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of public health and prevention policy, focusing on children's institutions (kindergartens, schools). They use comparative data on the cost of corporate health insurance in Latvia and Estonia, referring to specific amounts (€400 vs €750), which demonstrates an awareness of taxation details.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in energy policy, referencing the success of the Nordic countries (especially Finland's nuclear power plant) in the timely development of renewable and nuclear energy. They understand the long-term nature of large-scale energy projects and propose decentralized generation as an alternative. Specific terminology is used, such as "renewable energy equipment" and "nuclear power plant."
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates an interest in the philosophy of education and curriculum content, specifically proposing a new human element: teaching accountability. The expertise presented leans more toward the pedagogical and philosophical, given the lack of references to data, statistics, or technical educational terminology.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The expert analysis is presented at the intersection of the green transition and the economic situation of industrial enterprises. Although specific data is not provided, the question is specific and aimed at determining the industry's attitude toward environmental policy.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the practical problems within the education and sports sectors, highlighting coaches' concerns regarding giving honest feedback and the abuse of children's rights. Furthermore, they have a clear overview of issues related to local authorities organizing extracurricular education and allocating resources, emphasizing the necessity of cooperation when sharing swimming pools and teachers.