By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler
Total Sessions: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
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.