By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

Total Sessions: 5

Fully Profiled: 5

2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of political history and accountability, referencing specific dates (May 9) and concrete political events, such as previous persecutions of ministers (a "witch hunt") and infrastructure projects linked to Svet (the construction of a light traffic road). This expertise is aimed at demanding political transparency and an investigation into the past.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in procedural matters concerning the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure and organization of work. The focus is primarily on the rules governing the termination of debates and the interpretation of the authority of the presiding officer. The technical term "procedural question" is employed.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the details of tax policy and the financing of local governments, repeatedly demanding impact assessments and concrete revenue forecasts for the years 2025–2027. Particular emphasis is placed on the social impact on rural areas and the transportation needs arising from the consolidation of the school network. The speaker is also familiar with the history of previous tax increases, citing, for instance, the temporary raising of VAT from 18 to 20.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of fiscal policy and taxation, covering expenditures, revenues, and the budget deficit. Furthermore, they are familiar with specific state funding mechanisms, such as the Just Transition Fund, highlighting examples of their misuse. The issue of transparency regarding the structure of the security tax is addressed separately.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the history of the car tax bill, including earlier issues concerning the European Union's principle of equal treatment and the implementation of the registration fee. They are also thoroughly familiar with the constraints of the Constitutional Committee's debate and the question of the exemption for people with disabilities, referencing the concerns raised by the Chamber of Disabled People. Direct quotes from coalition members (Toomas Uibo) and references to specific dates are utilized.