By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler
Total Sessions: 131
Fully Profiled: 131
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative priority is opposing government bills and mitigating their impact, particularly concerning the obligations imposed on energy production companies and the restriction of mineral resource usage. He is an active critic, calling for a more lenient transposition of directives regarding smaller enterprises and submitting amendments aimed at fostering economic development.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is on easing and adjusting international obligations and EU regulations (the Migration Pact, climate targets). The priority is reviewing Estonia's LULUCF obligations and securing a derogation from the Migration Pact, rather than initiating domestic draft legislation.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is aimed at rejecting the draft bill for the transposition of the European Union budget directive, arguing that it restricts the power of the Riigikogu and hands control over to technocrats. Attention is also being paid to verifying the transparency of the proceedings related to the draft bill concerning the increase of Elering's share capital and pre-election tax relief.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is the government budget and its rejection. He/She is a strong opponent of amendments to the Planning Act, which he/she believes restrict the rights of local governments and create the risk of officials abusing their discretionary power (referring to the vague clause concerning climate change considerations). He/She is both the initiator and a supporter of bills to reduce the VAT on foodstuffs, and is also engaged in detailed monitoring of amendments to the Major Accidents Act and criminal law.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on the oversight of the government's budget process and financial management, particularly concerning the minister's ability to prevent unreasonable expenditures. The speaker's role is that of an interrogator who demands explanations regarding proposals that were either retained in the budget or averted.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on criticizing the actions of the government and the leadership of the Riigikogu (Parliament). The primary concerns cited are the failure to close the land border with Russia and the opposition to legislative drafts that restrict freedom of speech or penalize individuals based on their reading preferences (referencing the Taro bill). It also strongly criticizes the attempts by the Speaker of the Riigikogu to limit the rights of Parliament members.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
Legislative focus is directed toward opposing government-initiated bills concerning data collection and surveillance. Specifically, there is opposition to the "super database law," which is considered bad and must be voted against in any case. He/She also criticizes the legislative procedure, where things are being rushed through in the name of European funding without delving into the substance.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the actions and accountability of ministers and international diplomacy, rather than specific bills or legislative priorities.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on holding the executive branch accountable and oversight, especially highlighting the results of the audit of the Ministry of Defence’s activities. Specific new bills or amendments are not mentioned; the emphasis is on the failure to comply with existing internal control requirements.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed at the oversight of government activities and the enhancement of internal control systems to ensure the fulfillment of the recommendations made by the National Audit Office. The priority is improving processes and management in the defense sector.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards the criticism of the energy strategy and the necessity for its modification, stressing the need to make "reasonable decisions" and regain the capacity for electricity export. Furthermore, the speaker concentrates on ensuring the integrity of the Riigikogu's procedural formats by questioning the suitability of a government minister to serve as the rapporteur for the dialogue.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The representative is an active initiator, submitting numerous inquiries (e.g., regarding road funding, Nordica, compensation areas, and ministers' representation expenses) and draft legislation. The main legislative priorities are the implementation of a bank tax, amending the Hunting Act to prevent damage caused by predators, and modifying the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act to increase ministerial accountability.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing two significant bills: the Nature Conservation Act bill (due to bureaucracy) and a fast-tracked bill concerning the creation of a national super-database and profiling using artificial intelligence. He/She is acting as an opponent of the bills and calls on deputies to vote against them.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the proposed car tax bill. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator of this draft legislation, questioning both its political support and the propriety of the procedure used for its handling.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on opposing the draft bill put forward by the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), a bill that would mandate the creation of an extensive database and widespread profiling. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the draft and proposes halting its legislative proceedings entirely. Attention is also being paid to compliance with the procedural rules of the Riigikogu session and the conduct of the rapporteurs.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed at eliminating the regulatory burden, supporting the Isamaa party’s proposal for the complete abolition of the ESG reporting requirement. Furthermore, the development of security infrastructure (shelters) is a priority, but it is demanded that this must occur without hidden or inflated costs ("smart shelter").
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary draft bills concern increasing the wind farm impact zone to 20 kilometers in order to protect residents from noise and visual disturbance. The second priority is terminating the activities of the ERJK (Committee for Supervision of Party Financing) and transferring the oversight function to the State Audit Office, thereby bringing supervision into a sensible framework. (He/She) is an active supporter and initiator of these opposition draft bills.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on the accountability of the government's executive power and monitoring the implementation of the major project (Rail Baltic), rather than directly initiating legislative creation. The priority is controlling the government's activities and demanding adherence to deadlines.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main legislative priorities are the abolition of mandatory sustainability reporting (Isamaa's bill) and removing energy targets (e.g., 100% renewable energy by 2030) from the legislation. It supports the faction's draft bill that would exempt oil shale electricity producers from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is directed towards changing government policy and implementing specific measures to support Southeast Estonia, based on the conclusions of the study. There is a call for considering special measures to encourage population retention and allowing regional differentiation in the use of EU funds to promote life in rural areas.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The proposer introduced a bill aimed at mandating the Government of the Republic to initiate negotiations to obtain an exemption from the mandatory purchase of CO2 quotas (Art 122). He/She is an active opponent of bills concerning gender quotas on the boards of private companies and the prohibition of logging in Natura areas.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is directed toward protecting existing legislation (the Name Act) from ideological interpretation and initiating opposition interpellations. He actively opposes Jürgen Ligi's project to establish gender quotas on corporate boards and management teams, and criticizes the broad discretion afforded to officials in matters of naming.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main focus is the draft amendment to the Electricity Market Act, the proceedings of which are sought to be terminated. Criticism is directed at the sloppy preparation of the draft by the Ministry of Climate and its potential to create significant future obligations for Elering (the payment of fees for limited production).
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker’s primary legislative focus is changing the energy framework to accelerate the development of a nuclear power plant and maintain the use of oil shale. He/She has submitted a draft resolution calling on the government to initiate negotiations with neighboring countries to request a temporary exemption from the European Commission regarding the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the energy bill concerning isolated grid operation and frequency reserve/balancing capacities. The speaker acts as a critical analyst of the draft legislation, warning of potential legislative gaps and unforeseen costs that might arise due to the growth of intermittent power generation capacity.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
There is a lack of legislative focus; attention is rather centered on government formation procedures and the political crisis. The only related topic mentioned is previous wind energy discussions and the position of an official at the Ministry of Climate.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is lowering the VAT on foodstuffs to 5%, for which a draft bill has been submitted. The second focus is on increasing state budget transparency, supporting an amendment proposal for the creation of a mandatory cost-based budget appendix. It is a strong opponent of laws initiated by the government (e.g., the car tax) and ideological energy policy.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on strategically challenging the government's energy policy and international obligations (e.g., the Clean Industry Directive, LULUCF). Specific legislative bills or amendments are not mentioned; the emphasis is on changing the direction of the policy.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the introduction of the draft bank tax law (popularly known as the bank tax bill), which aims to establish a framework for the future taxation of credit institutions' extraordinary profits. The second priority is the repeal of the car tax. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of these bills.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing political procedures and debating foreign policy strategy, rather than on specific legislative initiatives or bills.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Focuses on the gender quota bill, demanding legal clarity regarding the definitions of "gender" and "underrepresented gender." It is also a staunch opponent of the proposed car tax bill, criticizing the justification for its necessity from the standpoint of state finances.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker is a strong proponent of the specific bill currently under discussion, urging everyone to support it. This bill signals an effort to terminate renewable energy subsidies. Furthermore, a key legislative priority involves directing the government to secure an exemption from the CO2 quota charge for Estonian energy producers.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The legislative focus is directed toward opposing the government’s political decisions and tax packages (the security tax, taxation of profits) and stressing the need for their repeal. The objective is to hold the government accountable for its unreliable and broken promises (e.g., budget cuts and components of the security tax).
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards reducing the bureaucracy involved in political party financing and increasing transparency, proposing a restriction on cash payments and simplified supervision by the National Audit Office. The second focus is on regulations promoting film production, especially limiting the engagement of foreign actors.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is the repeal of the car tax, which is considered the damaging legacy of a coalition that fraudulently seized power. Furthermore, the speaker is concentrating on auditing the expenditures of ministries and their subordinate agencies and terminating ideological funding.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary focus centers on scrutinizing and criticizing the government's major decisions (the energy scheme) and procedures (false memos, undemocratic practices). The emphasis is on oversight and demanding accountability, rather than initiating new legislation, thus functioning more as an oppositional watchdog.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative priority is the opposition to the constitutional amendment regarding the enshrinement of voting rights for European Union citizens in local elections. The speaker is a strong opponent of this draft legislation and advocates for restricting suffrage.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on critically challenging the government's activities and major financial decisions (the 2.6 billion euro support package). Furthermore, significant emphasis is placed on strictly adhering to the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure and internal regulations, as well as the procedural oversight of the Speaker's activities.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative activity is focused on holding the government accountable, specifically through the questioning of ministers and the preparation of a motion of no confidence against the prime minister. Specific bills or legislative initiatives were not mentioned.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
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2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on draft legislation concerning immigration and foreign labor regulation. In this area, the speaker is working to find a balance between imposing restrictions (such as language requirements) and offering incentives (to attract specialists). Furthermore, the regulation of international financial institutions and banks is also a key focus, where the speaker serves as a reviewer, scrutinizing the risks and details of the proposed drafts.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary focus is on ensuring the continuity of the Riigikogu's rules of procedure so that the submission of bills and interpellations occurs in the prescribed sequence. Essentially, the focus is on challenging the boundaries of policies and legislation addressing the topic of social gender.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The main legislative priority is the bill he initiated to lower the VAT on foodstuffs, with the goal of improving people's livelihoods. He is also actively opposed to amendments to energy laws that support the rapid development of renewable energy, and promises to submit amendments to improve the draft legislation.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The immediate reduction of VAT on food items is the legislative priority. The speaker strongly supports this initiative and criticizes the government for using bureaucratic processes to delay the necessary legislative action.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on the opposition to a draft bill concerning social conditionality and its linkage to PRIA subsidies. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, highlighting the bureaucratic burden it creates and the threat of sanctions facing agricultural producers.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is aimed at reversing the changes made to current tax laws and family benefits. The primary objective is to annul the detrimental measures implemented by the government (tax hikes, benefit cuts) and restore normalcy. He also refers to supporting the abandonment of Green Transition initiatives.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Focuses on policy oversight and guiding government activities during Question Time, demanding a shift in the energy security focus toward dispatchable capacity. A crucial priority is ensuring transparency in governance, demanding the immediate public release of the Nordica report.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on supporting the transparency enhancement bill, which addresses the disclosure and oversight of expense reimbursements for the Prosecutor General and the Chancellor of Justice. The objective is to establish detailed reporting requirements similar to those imposed on members of the Riigikogu.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the government’s centralization plans, particularly concerning the closure of courthouses in Jõhvi and Põlva. In the energy sector, the priority is easing administrative restrictions (quotas) on the use of fossil fuels and improving the political management of state-owned enterprises. It is generally reactive and critical of government initiatives.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on opposing government-initiated bills (such as the Waste Act and the car tax) and criticizing the proposed amendments. The objective is to prevent the passing of poorly conceived and rushed legislation, and to raise concerns regarding the constitutionality of these drafts.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary focus is opposing amendments to the state budget and tax legislation, taking an active stand against bills that increase excise taxes and involve the reallocation of funds. It calls for the replacement of performance-based budgeting with cost-based budgeting and criticizes the failure to consider the proposed amendments. It supports the continuation of foreign missions but raises questions about the UN's role and the ethical aspects.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the draft bill concerning an additional capital contribution to the EBRD. The speaker's role is to ensure that the wording of the bill includes sufficient and binding guarantees for the designated use of the funds to assist Ukraine.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is on the amendment to the Waste Act (Draft 430), where the speaker is clearly opposed to classifying tire blocks as a problem product. He views this legislative action as representing the commercial interests of a specific company (Ragn-Sells) and effectively squeezing competitors out of the market.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on a draft bill that would restrict suffrage in local elections exclusively to Estonian citizens. The speaker is a staunch supporter of this change and is demanding clarification regarding its rejection by the committee, positioning themselves as a proponent of the opposition's initiative.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The legislative focus is on holding the government accountable for the execution of the budget, requiring the preparation of a negative supplementary budget due to unrealistic revenue forecasts. Attention is also being paid to monitoring the status and financial risks of major projects (such as Rail Baltic) and conducting a detailed review of state budget expenditures.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The primary legislative focus is amending the State Budget Act to increase the Riigikogu's control over budget execution and restrict ministers' freedom to reallocate funds. Amendment proposals were submitted for cutting PR expenses and making the budget itemization mandatory, the latter of which was partially taken into account.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is on changing existing directions, demanding amendments in energy policy and gender identity policy. Specifically, criticism is directed at the International Labour Organization convention recently ratified by the Riigikogu, which redefines gender-based harassment and violence, and there is a demand to accelerate the adoption of nuclear energy.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
His main legislative priority is restoring the cap on land tax increases following the land valuation, a bill he strongly supports. He also backs the bill that would end the funding of elective abortions through the Health Insurance Fund budget. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the coalition's tax legislation and a proponent of alternative bills.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the bill to abolish the motor vehicle tax and its processing within the Riigikogu committee. The speaker is demanding clarification as to why the committee proposed rejecting the bill and what arguments were used for this purpose. He is acting as a scrutinizer of the procedure and an opponent of the car tax.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is currently on the rapid revision of the direction and substance of the existing green transition policy. Specific legislative bills are not mentioned; instead, there is a demand for a shift in government policy towards stable energy sources.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on overseeing government policy and requiring concrete plans within the energy sector. The speaker referenced the discussion of the topic within the Economic Affairs Committee, which indicates a direct connection to the legislative work process.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed toward streamlining the Sports Act, particularly concerning the transparency and logic of the competition licensing system. Furthermore, the issue of a lobby register and a code of good practice has been raised, criticizing the government's inconsistent approach to the regulation of various sectors.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards stripping voting rights from citizens of the aggressor state and opposing the ratification of an international convention concerning social gender. Additionally, the necessity of improving technical conditions within the Riigikogu (Parliament) is emphasized to ensure the accuracy of transcripts and video recordings.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing existing policies (energy subsidies) and the behavior of ministers, as well as assessing their suitability. Specific legislative initiatives, draft bills, or amendments are not mentioned.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main legislative priority is the enactment of the emergency bank tax bill, which the parliamentary group submitted previously with the aim of influencing the banks' approach through legislation. Also in focus is the expansion of customs powers and its connection to previous political scandals, as well as European Union regulatory requirements (ESG reporting).
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary focus is handling the interpellation addressed to the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs concerning the outsourcing of prison capacity, the objective of which is to gain clarity regarding the content and terms of the negotiations. A significant part of this activity also involves monitoring the behavior and the substance of the ministers' answers during Riigikogu sessions.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus centers on opposing the proposed amendment to the State Budget Act and the draft security tax bill. He suggests rejecting the security tax bill during its first reading. A significant priority is enhancing budget transparency by mandating the breakdown of expenditures according to economic costs and restricting the ministers' authority to reallocate funds.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the opposition to budget amendments and tax hikes (alcohol excise duty, the tax kink), resulting in a motion being filed to reject the draft bill. He/She emphasizes the success achieved in postponing the elimination of the tax kink and in withdrawing the amendment to the Child Protection Act, thereby positioning himself/herself as a successful political opponent.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
It focuses on changes to parental benefits, cuts to social welfare, and amendments to the qualification requirements for the Secretary of State. It is a strong opponent of government bills that reduce support for families or make the appointment of senior officials more flexible. It demands strict adherence to legislative procedures to ensure that ministries do not implement measures before the law enters into force.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is currently on the critical analysis of the social sector bill, which concerns making the provision of special care services more flexible. The speaker is acting as a critical opponent of the draft legislation, demanding an assessment of the substantive impact of the changes on service accessibility and quality. He is focusing specifically on the details of the bill’s sections and the accompanying explanatory memorandum.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the Riigikogu fulfilling its oversight function, demanding clarity and debate from the government regarding plans to deploy a military mission. The speaker's role is that of a questioner and an initiator of topics, who demands the disclosure of the content of the government's discussions.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward regulatory changes concerning the duration of contracts and the administrative organization of state institutions (the Ministry, the Health Board). The speaker's position is skeptical regarding these changes, and they are calling for an assessment of their actual impact.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the government’s budget and the reduction of road maintenance funds. It is also essential to hold the government accountable for the potential consequences of failing to fulfill its commitments to the European Union (Via Baltica), particularly concerning fines and required repayments.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is focused on challenging existing legislation and international treaties. He/She urges a vote against the energy bill and raises critical questions regarding the ratification of the convention that alters the definitions of gender-based harassment.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed towards amendments to the Value Added Tax Act, particularly concerning the VAT exemption for real estate and the rules governing input VAT deduction, as well as draft legislation related to the flexibility of pension inheritance. The speaker acts as a critical scrutinizer of the content and procedural handling of these bills, demanding justifications and statistical data.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently centered on the opposition to the bill concerning the priority development of renewable energy, which is under discussion during its second reading. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the draft law, demanding accountability (specifically, ensuring the decommissioning of facilities) and proposing that the reading be suspended.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is procedural, seeking clarification on the application of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act when the committee rapporteur expresses a personal viewpoint. The substantive focus is on opposing the government's tax legislation, acting as a strong opponent of these initiatives.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is on implementing national defense and economic policy, particularly regarding public procurements and contractual obligations that ensure industrial readiness. Specific legislative bills are not mentioned.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The legislative focus is on the criticism of the law's implementation concerning the removal of red symbolism. The speaker is against the extended interpretation of the law, which led to the confiscation of a monument that was erected for Estonian servicemen, not for the removal of red symbolism.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on an interpellation concerning restrictions imposed on private owners, the payment of compensation, and bringing the issue of land exchange back to the agenda. Clarity is required regarding the percentage of protected areas to be enshrined in law (30% vs 33%) and the realistic funding mechanisms for this.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The focus is on political accountability and the oversight of the minister’s actions, rather than specific legislative bills, proposed amendments, or legislative priorities. The activity is directed toward investigating the actions of the executive branch.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The legislative focus centers on adhering to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and the regulations governing the conduct of sessions. The priority is procedural clarity and defining the powers of the session chair, rather than the content of specific draft legislation.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is on opposing the tax increases (especially the car tax) being fast-tracked during the extraordinary session. Additionally, it is dealing with the draft bill on the financing of local municipalities, concentrating on its effect on the municipalities' motivation for development and demographic distribution.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The legislative focus is directed toward the integrity of the rule of law principles and the fidelity of legal interpretation, while criticizing the coalition for its abuse of democracy. Separate emphasis is placed on the concern regarding the prime ministerial candidate's assumption of a five-year mandate, which contradicts the parliamentary election cycle.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus centers on opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and criticizing its proposed amendments, particularly regarding the issue of the exemption for disabled persons, which was raised by the President. The speaker is a staunch opponent in the legislative process, criticizing the Constitutional Committee's narrow scope of debate and the government's submission of yet another round of tax hike bills.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker’s primary legislative objective is to guide the introduction of nuclear energy and make related decisions, while supporting EKRE’s proposed amendment for state majority ownership. He/She is an active opponent of legislation that promotes renewable energy and is also involved in overseeing the activities of the judicial system.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is opposing the proposed car tax bill and demanding its rejection. Significant emphasis is also placed on the correct adherence to legislative procedural rules, concerning the violation of which a comprehensive procedural protest was filed.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The legislative focus is directed towards the clarity and supervision of the implementation of environmental regulations (tire return), particularly concerning the legal basis for the closure of online stores. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the need to ensure political leadership and ethical conduct at the top level of ministries regarding the norms that regulate the activities of officials.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker's primary legislative focus is the rejection of the social sector bill (specifically, child protection) and supporting the introduction of nuclear energy through a Riigikogu decision. He is opposed to bills that increase bureaucracy and state control, and he supports proposals that advance common-sense energy policy. He criticizes the government for fast-tracking important legislation.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently directed toward opposing government bills related to increasing tax revenue and the accelerated adoption of renewable energy. The speaker is an active opponent, proposing to halt the second reading and calling on colleagues to vote against the drafts.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
Attention is focused on the criticism of existing support measures and funding schemes (e.g., house insulation, the Social Climate Fund). Political leadership and interest in the research concerning their sector are also demanded from the minister, hinting at the need for better oversight.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the critical assessment of existing education and salary policy regulations, especially concerning the linking of kindergarten teachers' remuneration and the separate treatment of nursery teachers. The speaker acts as a policy monitor and critic, demanding explanations and justifications from the minister.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on overseeing the government's activities and holding the minister accountable, rather than initiating or supporting specific bills.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on the regulatory framework governing the e-voting system. The speaker is a strong opponent of this framework, arguing that it "protects" existing problems from being addressed. He/She supports making the system simpler and more reliable, suggesting a willingness to initiate or back relevant amendments.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The primary legislative focus is directed at adhering to the Riigikogu's procedural rules, specifically regarding the procedure for grouping and voting on amendments. The previous priority was a bill introduced by the faction concerning banks' extraordinary profits and the bank tax.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
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2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on criticizing the minister's policy and accountability, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislation. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the government's policy, demanding political accountability and a revision of their stances.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus centers on opposing government bills concerning the raising of taxes and fees, as well as social commitments. Strict adherence to legislative drafting standards (HÕNTE) and the existence of impact assessments are being demanded. As a specific measure, a proposal was submitted on behalf of the EKRE parliamentary group to reject the bill regarding the income tax exemption for the average pension.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary focus is on demanding institutional accountability via an interpellation, aiming to influence the stance of the Governor of the Bank of Estonia in the European Central Bank's Governing Council concerning banking regulations and climate policy. The goal is to oppose regulatory pressure that would amount to a "death sentence" for economic sectors.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on broader energy policy and strategic choices (such as introducing nuclear energy), which necessitate major infrastructure decisions and long-term planning. While specific draft legislation or amendments are not mentioned, the text emphasizes the need for a fact-based debate when shaping the energy strategy.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is centered on the voting procedure for a specific draft bill and the establishment of related precedents. The speaker is critical of the parliament's accelerated pace of work, which they believe obstructs substantive work.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is actively opposed to the amendments to the Energy Market Act (the universal service provision) and supports the draft legislation concerning the identification of return certificate applicants via video link. His/Her primary priority is amending the e-elections law to incorporate identity verification via video link as a means of mitigating security risks.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on parliamentary control and oversight of the Transport Administration's activities and the road maintenance budget. The priority is to ensure funding for road maintenance and to establish a regular mechanism (e.g., via the Deputy Secretary General) for assessing the safety impact of the Transport Administration's innovative solutions.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on opposing government policies and budget decisions, particularly regarding the financing of the green transition and value-based issues within the social sector. The priority is supporting families with children and teachers, and protecting children from social gender ideology. Specific draft legislation is not mentioned, but the creation of the "financing model working group" is criticized.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed towards the organizational issues of the Riigikogu and the practices for distributing positions within the Parliament's board. The speaker's role is that of an information gatherer and a seeker of procedural clarity regarding the current agenda item.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main legislative focus is on the correctness of processing draft legislation and the impact of proposed amendments on the adoption of laws. The speaker is actively verifying the details of a bill concerning crisis situations and the regulation governing the issuance of permits by the Environmental Board, emphasizing the constitutional and legal implications of the draft legislation.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is on the swift advancement of the bank tax bill, whose proponent is acting both as a reminder and a supporter of the initiative. Also under focus are government decisions concerning the nation's energy production capacity and security.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed at analyzing the goals and economic impact of a specific draft bill concerning urban planning and proximity (the "15-minute city" concept). There is also intense scrutiny regarding the reliability and continuation of e-voting, with proponents arguing for either reform or outright abolition.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker's focus is on scrutinizing the actions of the government and officials and ensuring transparency, particularly regarding the financing of major infrastructure projects. He/She is utilizing the Riigikogu's information session to expose the alleged lack of integrity among officials and pressure the government into disclosing the funding plans.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed toward ensuring the effectiveness of existing discussions and translating them into concrete actions. The priority is the finalization of processes and the adoption of decisions in the field of state governance, rather than the substance of specific draft legislation.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on legislative oversight and monitoring the activities of the executive branch (the Prosecutor's Office) through parliamentary inquiries. The objective is to ensure the fair and up-to-date application of existing procedures, rather than initiating new legislation.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on draft legislation related to government accountability and security vetting. The speaker is taking on the role of a critical interrogator, seeking to determine whether existing exemptions (such as "clearance forever") and legal loopholes are adequately addressed. The objective is to ensure that background checks for senior officials remain compliant and thorough, even when they transition between different posts.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The main legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill introduced by the government, which we view as harmful and ideologically flawed. Also under focus is the handling of the interpellation submitted to the Minister of Climate, as well as the procedural correctness of compiling the Riigikogu agenda.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is on the plan to ensure dispatchable energy generation capacities, requiring the acceleration of nuclear energy development and the continued use of oil shale during the transition period. Attention is also focused on the transparency of financing critical infrastructure connections (such as the fourth Estonia-Latvia connection), especially concerning the use of congestion revenue. He emphasizes the need to remove bureaucratic obstacles standing in the way of industrial investments.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on the implementation of legislation and financial guarantees, particularly securing the legal scheme for the utilization obligation within the renewable energy sector. It addresses the impact of ratifying international agreements (taxation) on the state budget and enterprises, and raises questions about the justification for the short time horizon (2030) concerning the integrity of the tax system.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on the strategic direction and goal-setting of the government's energy policy, requiring the prime minister to provide a clear vision for the future price of electricity. Specific bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned; the emphasis remains on guiding the policy direction.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is a strong opponent of the draft legislation, which transposes principles derived from an EU directive aimed at promoting renewable energy. Speaking on behalf of the EKRE parliamentary group, he proposes rejecting the bill during the first reading, viewing it as a step in the wrong direction.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main legislative focus is the bank tax bill introduced by EKRE in May, which aimed to tax banks' extraordinary profits. The speaker is a strong proponent of this initiative and opposes the government's planned tax hikes, including the elimination of the land tax exemption and the proposed car tax. Questions are also being raised regarding the plans for a progressive income tax.
2024-02-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is on tax policy (progressive income tax) and labor market regulations (minimum wage). The speaker acts as a strong ideological opponent to the political initiatives of the social democrats and demands clarity regarding their positions.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on amendments to the Local Government Act (specifically, language requirements for council members) and the debate surrounding tax reductions (VAT and excise duties). The role is that of a critical questioner, aiming to ascertain the true scope of the draft legislation and the committee's official stance.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main legislative focus is on accelerating and simplifying the permit process for geological surveys by removing the requirement to seek the opinion of the local government during the research phase. The speaker is both the initiator and a supporter of this draft legislation, emphasizing its crucial role in national knowledge and resource management. The bill was introduced almost a year ago.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is directed at measures supporting the economy. Priorities include submitting a bill to accelerate the exploration of mineral resources, expressing support for lowering the excise duty on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and raising the tax-free limit for the use of a personal vehicle.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on evaluating the results of government policy, not on initiating or supporting specific bills.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing government initiatives, particularly concerning building energy efficiency requirements and the recently submitted car tax bill. The speaker demands a thorough economic impact analysis prior to legislation being enacted, to assess the impact on GDP and housing affordability.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on completing the removal of controversial monuments and improving environmental sustainability regulations (specifically, water and material recycling). The speaker emphasizes the need to give the executive branch clear requirements while simultaneously granting them free rein regarding the details, thereby adhering to the principle of separation of powers.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on government accountability and transparency, particularly concerning investigations of public interest (such as prioritizing the inquiry into the Slava Ukraini case) and addressing the demographic crisis. Furthermore, regulatory matters (like the sales regulations for e-cigarettes) and procedural issues within the Riigikogu chamber are being handled.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed towards adhering to parliamentary procedures and good practices, particularly ensuring the substantive expertise of committee rapporteurs. Participation occurs in debates concerning healthcare regulation and the delimitation of committee jurisdiction regarding draft legislation. The question is raised as to whether the Legal Affairs Committee should seek input from the Social Affairs Committee.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is clearly aimed at reducing the VAT rate, with successive bills and proposals being introduced to achieve this reduction. The speaker is an active initiator and supporter of the attempt to change tax policy, working specifically on amending concrete draft legislation.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on scrutinizing the government’s activities, demanding clear answers regarding the final report of the special audit of Nordica and the subsequent sales process. Furthermore, the government is being asked to set clear sub-targets for improving competitiveness, with the group acting primarily in an oversight and questioning capacity.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is procedural, centering on the obstacles to the processing of two draft bills (the absence of rapporteurs due to foreign assignment and illness). The Speaker's role is to defend the integrity of the bill processing and deny obstruction.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on controlling and holding the executive power accountable through interpellations concerning energy policy and democratic standards (media freedom). The speaker is a strong opponent and critic of the government's initiatives.