By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

Total Sessions: 7

Fully Profiled: 7

2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is strongly opposed to the inclusion of social gender (social gender) in the definitions of gender-based violence and harassment, arguing that this contradicts the constitution and biological science. They also question the protection of the dignity of transgender individuals in the workplace when it infringes upon the rights and safety of others (e.g., women).
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
Information is limited. All the topics covered are related to financial and tax legislation (pensions, VAT).
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Social issues addressed include community involvement and regional development in the context of environmental protection and planning. Criticism is leveled against the introduction of exceptions that allow communities to be excluded, thereby placing agricultural producers in a difficult position.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The social sector focuses on ensuring the sense of security for mothers and families, alongside promoting societal friendliness. Minister Riisalo’s proposal to impose a social tax requirement on stay-at-home mothers is sharply criticized, as it is seen as a threat to families’ desire to have children.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The speaker emphasizes the protection of civil liberties and the rule of law, criticizing police actions that are based on assumptions and could lead to "thought crime." The central social theme is the honoring of historical memory and the soldiers who fought for Estonian freedom, as well as the protection of civil rights against state arbitrariness.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary social issue is the funding of the education sector and the uncertainty surrounding teachers' salary increases. Social justice is also addressed in relation to environmental restrictions, specifically where society's desire to impose limitations does not align with its willingness to shoulder the resulting costs.