By Agendas: Urve Tiidus

Total Agendas: 99

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2025-10-15
Discussion of the state issue of significant national importance initiated by the Committee on European Union Affairs: "Estonia's Choices and Opportunities in the European Union's 2028–2034 Long-Term Budget"

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is on the adequacy of the European Union’s long-term budget (2028–2034) for participating in the technological race. The speaker raises a question regarding the budget, indicating concern over whether sufficient funds are available to ensure the competitiveness of both Estonia and the EU. The approach taken is results-based, concentrating on the budget’s capacity to achieve technological goals.
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2025-10-14
First reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Final Acts of the Extraordinary Congress of the Universal Postal Union in Ar-Riyadh (Bill 689 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The most important topics are the ratification of the Final Acts of the Universal Postal Union and ensuring the security of postal services. Support for ratification is strong and consensual, emphasizing the need to harmonize rules in the highly competitive parcel market. The focus is on implementing the policy and ensuring security (prevention of dangerous shipments).
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2025-10-09
Discussion of the Crucial National Issue 'The Future of the Estonian Economy'

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is centered on the future of the Estonian economy through the development of the technology sector and e-residency. The politician strongly supports growth but requires specific data and forecasts regarding the sectors where startups are emerging. Questions are aimed at the policy's effectiveness and realistic expectations, emphasizing a results-based approach.
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2025-10-08
First Reading of the Bill (663 SE) on the Accession to the Convention Establishing the International Organization for Navigational Aids

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political stance is highly supportive of acceding to the convention of the International Organization for Navigational Aids, stressing the necessity of securing voting rights within the intergovernmental body. This approach is policy-driven, centering on compliance with international regulations and guaranteeing maritime safety. The speaker advocates for this accession based on personal conviction, identifying themselves as a coastal resident.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker is focusing on budget oversight, specifically inquiring about the allocation of motor vehicle tax revenue (48 million euros) to road maintenance funds. Their stance is cautious and scrutinizing, demanding confirmation that this political measure will guarantee the availability of services, including in remote regions. The focus remains on policy effectiveness and fiscal precision.
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2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The political stance strongly focuses on food security and reducing the dangerous dependence on imported production inputs (fertilizers, animal feed, technology). This position is directed toward demanding concrete political solutions and scrutinizing the effectiveness of the minister's actions. The focus is clearly on policy implementation and results-based performance.
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2025-09-18
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The political focus centers on global fiscal stability and the impact of the international debt burden, which currently stands at 235% of global GDP. This position highlights concerns regarding how global debt affects nations attempting to maintain a balanced level of borrowing. This constitutes a policy- and risk-based framework.
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The political position is strongly focused on protecting fundamental constitutional rights, particularly the right to privacy. Support is given to the Chancellor of Justice’s position that the state should not spend money on technology that restricts fundamental rights. The approach is value-based, emphasizing the guarantee of rule of law principles in a global context.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The political focus centers on the efficiency of financial supervision and the evolution of risk management, structured around policy objectives and performance outcomes. The speaker emphasizes the need to understand how risks have changed over time, especially in relation to the impact of technology. Furthermore, concerns are being raised regarding the defrauding of people and the activities of criminals in Estonia, and efforts are underway to find solutions.
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2025-09-10
Draft law amending the Construction Code and other laws (655 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports the processing of Bill 655 SE, which focuses on relaxing communications infrastructure regulations and reducing market failure. This position is policy-driven and focused on effectiveness, emphasizing the need to accelerate internet availability, especially in sparsely populated areas. Support is given to reviewing existing restrictions (e.g., the distance of masts from roads, cable installation depth) based on precedents set by Sweden and the Nordic countries.
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2025-09-09
Draft law amending the Cooperative Savings and Loan Societies Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (671 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The political position is skeptical regarding the draft amendment to the Credit Union Act, as it could potentially force even those unions that have operated smoothly for years to cease their activities. The focus is on the justification of the policy and its practical consequences, specifically questioning what warrants such drastic regulation. To strengthen the argument, the positions of the Chancellor of Justice are being utilized.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the impact of the education reform (Draft Bill 653 SE), adopting a political position aimed at understanding the teacher's perspective. This position is inquisitive and policy-driven, emphasizing the need to determine what should motivate and encourage teachers upon the implementation of the new law.
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2025-06-17
Draft Law on the Sharing of Credit Information (652 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus is currently on the draft Credit Information Sharing Act, which emphasizes the two sides of the lending process. A policy-driven question is being raised regarding the scope of the register data to ensure the availability of income data necessary for assessing actual solvency. The current stance is focused on information gathering and implementation.
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2025-06-12
Bill for Amending the Liquid Fuel Act (622 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is strongly geared toward advancing the draft amendment to the Liquid Fuel Act (622 SE) without modifications. This position is both procedural and policy-driven, emphasizing consensus and the initiator's satisfaction with the current form of the bill. The speaker strongly supports the swift referral of the bill for a final vote.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The political focus is currently on the quality and future readiness of the legal system. In particular, concern is highlighted regarding the low pass rate for judicial exams (0/13), prompting the question of whether the issue lies in the difficulty of the exam or the standard of legal education. The impact of artificial intelligence on legal professions is also being raised, indicating an interest in future trends.
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2025-06-05
Discussion of the significant national issue initiated by the Economics Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The political stance centers on a long-term economic strategy and boosting productivity. The speaker endorses the presenter's emphasized need to invest in industry, manufacturing, and agriculture. The position is framed around policy, connecting economic necessities with educational and career options.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Representing the majority view of the committee, the speaker proposes rejecting the specific draft bill (616 SE) (6 in favor, 5 against), even while acknowledging the legitimacy of the issue and the need to continue addressing it. The political focus is on regulating the rental service for light personal mobility devices, favoring flexible measures (such as geo-restrictions and designated parking areas) over rigid quota requirements. The government’s position is to support the implementation of existing regulations before drafting new legislation.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (regulation of e-scooters and mopeds) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker's political position is primarily procedural, presenting the debate and voting results from the Economic Affairs Committee regarding Bill 614 SE, which the committee decided to reject by a majority vote. Personally, the speaker emphasizes that the ability to assess risks is part of home and urban cultural upbringing, not merely a question of laws and regulations. He expresses moderate opposition to excessive regulation that could impede the progress of environmentally friendly modes of transport.
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2025-06-04
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate a bill amending the Traffic Act, which grants local governments the right to restrict or prohibit the use of rental electric scooters and mopeds" (618 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker presents themselves as a neutral rapporteur, conveying the decisions and the substance of the discussion held by the Economic Committee. The political direction supports increasing the rights of local governments in regulating the use of rented micro-mobility devices to ensure traffic safety and reduce traffic congestion. The overall approach is clearly focused on policy and procedure.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The political stance centers on guaranteeing access to high-quality water and wastewater services. The speaker supports significant infrastructure investments but urgently stresses the necessity of preventing the service from becoming excessively expensive—an exorbitant, unaffordable cost—for consumers. This position is clearly policy- and results-driven, focusing specifically on the impact of the proposed water reform.
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Liquid Fuels Act (622 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker strongly supports the continuation of proceedings on the draft amendment to the Liquid Fuel Act (Bill 622 SE), emphasizing its practical necessity for resolving organizational and procedural issues within the Transport Administration. The political focus is policy- and regulation-driven, centered on the transposition of European Union requirements and maintaining the competitiveness of commercial air transport. The objective is the gradual fulfillment of environmental requirements, starting with a 2% share of biofuel, in order to prevent the crippling of commercial air transport operations.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Law on Preventing Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (640 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on preventing money laundering, which is treated as a form of serious clandestine crime that finances other criminal activities. The stance is rather policy- and problem-based, emphasizing the complexity of harmonizing standards at the international level. The speaker poses a hypothetical question about the possibility of reducing money laundering risks to zero, which demonstrates concern regarding the realism of the objectives.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (regulation of derivatives and repo transactions) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the practical impact and future forecasts of the financial regulation bill (covering derivatives and repo transactions). The discussion is policy-based and inquisitive, centering on the expected growth in market volume in Estonia resulting from the legislative amendment. The speaker is seeking confirmation regarding the necessity of the law, referencing the explanatory memorandum's assertion about the small size of the market.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is focused on a critical analysis of the report delivered by the Minister of Education and Research. While supporting the integration of technology (AI) into the education system, it simultaneously stresses the necessity of ensuring equal regional opportunities and resolving outstanding funding issues. The primary focus lies on the practical and ethical aspects of policy implementation. The overall stance is moderately critical, calling for clarity and equity.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The political stance centers on the technological advancement of the judicial system and the scope of artificial intelligence (AI) implementation. The focus is on determining which court rulings might soon be delegated to AI decision-making, suggesting a policy-driven approach to streamlining court administration.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the 2025 presentation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation, "Fundamental Principles of Legislation Policy Until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of adopting cybersecurity regulations, deeming it a critical response to the growing global threat. The political framework is policy-driven, prioritizing the transposition of EU law, which offers a more practical impact than draft legislation that increases the administrative burden. He/She is critical of the sustainability report, which has received heavy criticism.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is results-oriented, focusing on the efficiency and accountability of criminal policy implementation. The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of apprehending drug traffickers and the perpetrators of cyber fraud, directly citing the number of victims (92 deaths) and the financial damage (16 million euros). This stance is critical and demands improved performance from law enforcement agencies.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus is directed toward the future of public service and how technological development (artificial intelligence) will impact jobs. The viewpoint presented expresses strategic concern, emphasizing the necessity of addressing the projected workforce displacement by 2030. The question is being raised within the context of implementing the long-term strategy "Estonia 2035."
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is cautious and principle-driven, focusing on protecting free competition as the most crucial cornerstone of an open market economy. The speaker acknowledges the skepticism prevailing in the chamber regarding the draft bill (609 SE) and demands a clear justification from the Minister demonstrating the law’s compliance with this fundamental economic principle.
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2025-04-23
Draft law amending the Health Services Organisation Act (advance directive of a patient’s end-of-life will) – first reading (604 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker is focusing on the deliberation of the amendment to the Health Services Organization Act (regarding the end-of-life declaration), seeking clarity both in the technical implementation of the law and in international best practices. The political focus centers on procedural transparency and understanding the precedents upon which the law is based. The overall stance is more inquisitive and information-seeking, rather than supportive or confrontational.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on finding a balance between technology (artificial intelligence) and culture, particularly for the younger generation. The question centers on evaluating the government's capacity to leverage technological opportunities, suggesting a results-based approach. The speaker stresses the necessity of using artificial intelligence to build bridges between Estonian culture and the rising generation.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The political focus centers on balancing digital advancement with ensuring national security. The speaker strongly stresses that the state must be capable of guaranteeing security despite the growth and diversification of cybercrime. This stance is results-oriented, criticizing the government's failure to demonstrate tangible results in the apprehension of cyber perpetrators and demanding greater accountability.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus centers on the quality of lawmaking and enhancing the decision-making process for members of the Riigikogu. The speaker recognizes the logical merit of the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal but redirects the discussion toward drawing lessons from practical experience. This position is process-based and moderately supports the necessity of learning from past errors.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Act on Documents Establishing Identity and amending other acts in consequence (572 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance centers on ensuring legislation is future-proof and resilient to the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI). The speaker raises the question of whether the draft law concerning identity documents accounts for the possibility of creating virtual counterparts within the next 5 to 10 years. This position is primarily inquisitive and forward-looking, underscoring the need for policy foresight regarding technological shifts.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on ensuring gender equality within corporate governance structures, particularly when determining the number of board members. This position is procedure-based, centering on how the political objective (equality) can be mathematically and practically applied when the number of members is odd.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus centers on analyzing border crossings and migration flows between Estonia and Russia. Authorities are maintaining a scrutinizing stance, demanding more precise statistics regarding whether those crossing the border proceed further into the European Union, remain in Estonia, or return. This position is data-driven, underscoring the necessity of accurate information for formulating border policy.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The most important issue is the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035," and the funding of research and development (R&D). The political stance is results-oriented, acknowledging positive developments in private sector contributions, but simultaneously pressuring the government to set a clear timeline for R&D expenditure to reach 2% of GDP. The position is moderately ambitious and focuses on policy effectiveness.
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2025-02-26
Draft Law on the Organisation of Research and Development and Innovation (554 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is focused on the details of the draft Act on the Organization of Research and Development and Innovation (Bill 554 SE). The speaker emphasizes the need to ensure the facilitation of international cooperation and to find a balance between social sciences and humanities and the exact and natural sciences. The approach is inquisitive and policy-based, seeking clarity regarding the implementation of the draft bill.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance concerns the draft amendment to the Hunting Act (567 SE). The speaker frames hunting as an integral part of human history but immediately pivots to the necessity of acquiring statistical data (specifically, the number of wolf and bear hunting permits) in order to properly understand the bill. A neutral, data-driven approach is maintained throughout.
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2025-02-20
Discussion of the nationally important issue "Plan for the Future of Sport: How to Bring Medals and Get Children Moving"

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.

The speaker strongly advocates for utilizing sports policy to achieve public health objectives, stressing that sports represent a largely untapped opportunity for building a healthier population. The political focus is on identifying specific courses of action (three steps) that would engage families and schools. Their approach is clearly policy-driven and results-oriented, seeking mechanisms to fulfill this broad social objective.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Radiation Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other acts (573 SE) - first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is supportive, focusing on reducing the administrative burden for low-risk activities (e.g., the registration of dental equipment) and solving the national legacy issue. Emphasis is placed on the need to pick up the pace and ensure the safe storage of Paldiski's radioactive waste by 2040, which is framed as a politically necessary and achievable goal.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and other laws (optimization of court proceedings and publicity of court decisions) (560 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus is on increasing the efficiency and speed of judicial proceedings, which is linked to amendments to the Code of Criminal Procedure. The question presented is results-oriented, seeking confirmation as to whether the proposed amendments will lead to a genuine shortening of proceedings, thereby emphasizing the effectiveness of the draft legislation.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on measuring and evaluating the effectiveness of foreign policy in a changing world. The question presented is directed at the minister and refers to the need to identify foreign policy performance metrics that would transcend a narrowly Estonian perspective. The viewpoint adopted is primarily results-oriented, seeking concrete indicators for foreign policy activities.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is directed towards the quality and complexity of legislation. The speaker expresses moderate criticism regarding the fact that the Chancellor of Justice must simultaneously submit proposals for amending two separate acts: the Industrial Emissions Act and the legislation concerning support for electricity generation from waste. This stance is primarily procedural and results-oriented, questioning the objective justification for these amendments.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (553 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance addresses the amendment of the Hunting Act, specifically concerning year-round wolf hunting. The speaker expresses cautious skepticism, demanding clear quantitative justification and concrete mathematical figures to support the bill. The formation of this position is clearly policy-driven, focusing on the availability of evidence and data.
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2025-01-28
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to enhance migration procedures) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political focus is on amendments to the Aliens Act and preventing the misuse of residence permits. The speaker questions the ambition of the government's objective, demanding that misuse be reduced to zero instead of merely a minimum. The stance is critical and targets the effectiveness of the policy, stressing the need for stricter and more absolute goals.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Insurance Act (504 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance centers on the budgetary impact of social measures. Although the proposal to raise the sick pay compensation rate to 80% is considered substantively justified, the primary priority is to gain clarity regarding its financial calculations and overall budgetary impact, indicating a policy-driven and fiscally prudent approach.
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2024-12-18
Draft law amending the Medicinal Products Act (hospital pharmacy) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the draft amendment to the Medicinal Products Act (the hospital derogation), emphasizing the need to mitigate risks. The position is cautious and question-oriented, focusing on ensuring safety, which is framed as the necessity of clarifying the policy details.
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2024-12-17
Draft law on aligning the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is directed towards the technical details and priorities of the draft bill amending the State Budget Act (525 SE). The speaker is attempting to ascertain which of the seven points for refining the program estimates (including labor and financial costs) is the most crucial for the rapporteur. The stance is policy- and procedure-centric, emphasizing accuracy in budget planning.
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2024-12-17
Overview by the Government of the Republic of Estonia on the stability support provided by the European Stability Mechanism and the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Stability Mechanism

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is currently on assessing the future and necessity of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM). A cautious and questioning stance is being maintained, investigating whether a genuine need for the system is on the horizon for any specific country. The focus remains policy- and results-driven, concentrating on the mechanism's ongoing relevance.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the "Fundamental Principles of Law-Making Policy Until 2030" in 2023.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The most crucial issue is the volume and frequency of legislative output, particularly the sheer number of legal amendments, which has traditionally been deemed excessive. The speaker adopts an analytical stance, seeking statistical comparisons to evaluate Estonia’s situation within the context of the European Union. The focus is on policy implementation and effectiveness (performance-driven), rather than being primarily centered on values.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is directed towards public safety and the prevention of cybercrime in Estonia, noting concern over the increasing number of computer fraud cases. This stance is geared towards finding solutions and is rather results-based, emphasizing the need for practical awareness campaigns and holding perpetrators accountable. The speaker questions the effectiveness of the current preventative measures.
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2024-12-12
Draft law amending the Act on Conformity Assessment of Products (533 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is centered on the practical implementation of the new regulation and risk mitigation within the European Union market, motivated by concerns regarding the safety of goods originating from third countries. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring liability for imports and enhancing the awareness of Estonian buyers regarding their rights in online commerce. This constitutes a policy- and outcome-based approach that seeks clarity in the principles of responsibility.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is currently centered on the deliberation of the Draft Waste Act (461 SE) and its practical viability. The speaker adopts a critical stance, testing the limits and clarity of the bill by employing extreme and hypothetical examples (such as the falling of a meteorite). The approach is distinctly policy-based, underscoring the necessity of legal clarity.
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2024-12-05
Draft law (534 SE) on Estonia’s accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning procedures for complaints

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

The political focus is centered on the implementation of and accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This stance is policy-based, prioritizing the actual effectiveness of the system (positive outcomes) and ensuring children are aware of the available mechanisms for appeal. The objective is to guarantee that the legislative action yields genuine positive results.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance focuses on regulatory clarity and defining the scope of employer responsibility within the context of employee selection and data collection. This position is policy-driven, emphasizing the need for relevant and clear regulations that would unequivocally establish the employer's obligations.
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2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker's main topics are the global scale of climate change and mitigating its impact in Estonia, particularly concerning flood risks and planning processes. Furthermore, he/she strongly supports the European Union's plan to reduce bureaucracy (by 25%), viewing this as a significant benefit for both the state and businesses. His/Her framework is rather policy- and results-driven, focusing on practical solutions and regulatory efficiency.
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2024-11-14
Draft law amending the Estonian Academy of Sciences Act (514 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The political position is moderately critical, focusing on the transparency of the financial implications of the draft bill (514 SE). The assertion that the amendments will not result in financial obligations while simultaneously improving support for associated organizations is being called into question. There is a strong emphasis on the necessity of securing adequate funding for the advancement of science and the support of talent.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The most prominent topic is the European Union's foreign policy and security, with a focus on providing aid to Ukraine. This position is aimed at significantly increasing the support provided to Ukraine by other EU partner states, using Estonia as a benchmark. The political framework is oriented more towards policy effectiveness and future projections.
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2024-11-04
Draft law amending the Sports Act (518 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position is moderately supportive of the draft law aimed at reducing the administrative burden. The positive impact of cutting red tape is emphasized, particularly for smaller sports organizations. Policy effectiveness and the simplification of administrative processes are prioritized in shaping this stance.
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2024-10-24
Draft law amending the Medicinal Products Act (501 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on the amendments to the Medicinal Products Act (Bill 501 SE). The speaker attempts to affirm that the bill is motivated by a pragmatic need arising from practical experience, which suggests a policy-driven approach. The position is one of inquiry and seeking clarification, neither supportive nor oppositional.
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2024-10-22
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker's stance is aimed at challenging the Center Party's past actions and political continuity, specifically referencing their tenure in government. The central focus is the issue of the temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector. This viewpoint is primarily outcome-driven, concentrating on the opposing party's prior inaction.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

The political stance is strongly value-driven, focusing on child protection and restricting the employment of convicted offenders. The speaker intensely emphasizes that certain individuals must not hold positions involving children, correcting a milder term used previously in the debate. The core focus remains on questions of moral understanding and social balance.
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2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The political stance centers on resolving the demographic crisis and assessing the effectiveness of the draft resolution (324 OE) for establishing a new ad hoc committee. The speaker expresses moderate skepticism, stressing the necessity of learning from the work of a previous committee on the same subject in order to achieve tangible results. The position is shaped by an emphasis on policy effectiveness and legislative continuity.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The political stance focuses on the effectiveness of implementing existing policy, specifically the provision of organic food in schools and kindergartens. This position is results-oriented, highlighting concern over the uneven progress across different counties, despite the availability of allocated support funds. The speaker casts doubt on whether the goals emphasized by the Minister can realistically be achieved in the future.
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2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Adult Education Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (465 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on the details of the education reform, especially the issue of international recognition and academic acceptability of micro-degrees. The stance is primarily policy-driven and aimed at clarifying the practical implementation of the draft bill, rather than opposing or supporting it. The intensity with which the question is being raised is moderate, as stakeholders seek a clear delineation regarding international recognition.
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2024-09-18
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Waste Act, the Traffic Act, and the State Fees Act (461 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The political stance is one of moderate support for a specific bill (461 SE), which is referred to as "a relatively good law." The focus is on the practical impact of the policy, namely reducing the number of scrap vehicles, which suggests a policy-driven rather than a value-based approach.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political focus is on the state of the rule of law in European Union member states, particularly Estonia. The speaker expresses moderate skepticism or concern, assuming that the situation is not quite perfect. This is a results-based approach focusing on institutional oversight.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The political focus is currently centered on NATO member states hitting or exceeding the 2% GDP threshold for defense spending. International comparisons are being highlighted, raising concerns about those countries (e.g., Belgium, Italy, Spain) that are falling short of the agreed level. This represents a policy- and results-based approach that emphasizes the fulfillment of allied obligations.
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2024-06-13
Financial Supervision Authority 2023 Annual Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The political focus is directed towards the protection of financial consumers and the risks inherent in the cryptocurrency market. The speaker seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of the Financial Supervisory Authority's operations by requesting specific data regarding the volume and resolution of complaints, indicating a performance-based approach. A significant issue is the status of individuals impacted by their involvement in the crypto market.
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2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The political focus is on economic performance and the upcoming economic forecast (a results-based approach). The speaker expresses moderate interest in knowing whether the economic outlook for the coming months is optimistic or the reverse, suggesting concern regarding the country's economic direction.
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2024-06-12
Overview of the Judicial Administration by Villu Kõve, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

Politically, the speaker emphasizes the issue of judicial succession/recruitment as a key question for advancing the administration of justice. This stance is strongly aimed at solving the structural problems of judicial administration, relying on a policy- and results-based framework.
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2024-06-06
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the regulation concerning the building prohibition zone of the Nature Conservation Act into compliance with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political stance expresses strong support for the Chancellor of Justice’s proposal to align the building exclusion zone regulations within the Nature Conservation Act with the Constitution. The focus is on finding a political solution that balances the necessity of protecting the coast and shorelines with the provision of reasonable exceptions, thereby preventing essential projects from being stalled. This position is clearly centered on policy and procedure, underscoring the necessity for a simpler procedural framework.
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2024-06-04
First Reading of the Bill for the Act Amending the Emergency Situation Act and Related Acts (426 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The political stance focuses primarily on the implementation details of the amendment to the Emergency Situation Act (426 SE). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ascertaining the deadlines for compiling risk analyses and the potential financial investments stemming from the European directive. The focus is clearly policy- and implementation-based.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the link between the state's debt burden and infrastructure investments. The speaker examines whether Estonia's infrastructure problems justify taking on greater debt, even given the current economic situation, thereby challenging conflicting priorities. Posing the question is aimed at testing the policy framework.
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The political emphasis is placed on increasing the productivity of the Estonian economy, centering on the low output of engineers as a critical bottleneck. The speaker adopts a proactive stance, calling for novel solutions, given that previous discussions (spanning over 15 years) have failed to yield results. Their focus is policy- and results-driven, seeking both short-term (scholarships abroad) and long-term (guidance starting at the primary school level) solutions.
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2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance centers on the procedural quality of the draft legislation and the satisfaction levels of the stakeholders. Emphasis is placed on whether all proposals have been accounted for in the reconciliation table concerning the amendments to the Social Welfare Act. The position is primarily procedural and policy-driven, aiming to confirm the thoroughness of the work performed.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political stance strongly focuses on the status and quality of the Estonian language, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring access to language learning. This position is value-based, stressing that proficiency in Estonian is both an advantage and a positive value. The speaker intends to assess whether the state is taking sufficient action to ensure the Estonian language is properly valued.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Basic Education Act (419 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political stance is focused on clarifying the implementation details of the early childhood education bill. The speaker supports the goal of preparing children for general education and views the transition to the Estonian language favorably, but emphasizes the need to know whether the law makes participation mandatory or leaves the choice up to the parent.
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2024-05-13
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The political focus is on the practical consequences of implementing the Money Laundering Prevention Act and the fairness of the procedures involved. Specifically, attention is drawn to situations where a fraud victim's account is closed, while, supposedly, no suspicions were raised regarding the accounts belonging to the suspects. This stance is inquisitive and aimed at understanding the logic and consistency of the system.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political position focuses on defending the legitimacy and widespread use of e-voting, highlighting the increase in participation from 1.9% to 51.1% between 2005 and 2023. The speaker's stance is aimed at protecting voter confidence and counters suspicions regarding the validity of the voting method. This position is primarily results-oriented, underscoring the system's broad acceptance among voters.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The most important topic is the proposed sweet drink tax bill and its impact on public health. The political position is cautious and critically questioning, focusing on whether the tax bill ensures that sugar substitutes do not gain an advantage over sugar. The approach is strongly policy- and results-driven, emphasizing the historical context of health promotion in Estonia.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political position regarding the adoption of nuclear energy in Estonia is cautious and raises questions. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of securing guarantees concerning both the affordability of the energy and its environmental impact (specifically, high water consumption), which points to an approach driven primarily by policy considerations. Furthermore, concern is being raised about the nuclear plant’s competitive effect on existing renewable energy developers.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Atmospheric Air Protection Act (393 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political focus is directed towards the practical implementation of urban planning concepts (15-minute cities) in Estonia. The discussion addresses the actual feasibility and scope of long-term strategic documents (Construction Roadmap 2040), emphasizing a practical and results-based policy framework.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political focus is on improving the performance of the healthcare system, particularly the primary care (family doctor) system, as it serves as the primary gatekeeper in health promotion. The stance is moderately critical of the system's current shortcomings, underscoring the necessity for a concrete solution—a "prescription," if you will. The overall approach is heavily policy- and performance-driven, centered on restoring the system's original good intent.
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2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The political position clearly favors increasing the share of renewable energy, viewing this as potential for attracting new consumers to Estonia. The focus is directed toward developing policy and infrastructure, especially the long-term development of the electricity grid up to 2035. The speaker emphasizes the role and potential of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) in conducting lobbying efforts.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The most prominent topic is the restriction of the right of citizens of the Russian Federation and Belarus to vote in local government council elections, which is being addressed as an issue of constitutional law and political concern. Although the committee proposed rejecting the EKRE draft bill, the speaker confirmed that the coalition agreement provides for the development of a legal framework for suspending voting rights. The stance taken is primarily procedural, emphasizing the government's actions toward achieving this goal.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus centers on the implementation and effectiveness of reforms within the education sector, specifically those tied to the "Estonia 2035" strategy. The questioning adopts a results-oriented tone, seeking the minister's subjective assessment concerning the progress of the reforms and associated risks.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The most important topic is the reduction of the administrative burden, which is presented as a state expectation and the key to stimulating the economy. This position is aimed at improving regulatory efficiency, suggesting that Estonia is overregulating. The approach is results-based, focusing on improving the economic environment.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the draft Act amending the Aliens Act (European Union Blue Card) (349 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance is clearly supportive of the amendments to the Aliens Act (EU Blue Card), emphasizing the necessity of balancing labor market needs with internal security interests. This position is pragmatic and policy-driven, focusing on enhancing Estonia's competitiveness in recruiting highly skilled specialists from third countries. The changes are viewed as an entirely sensible and pragmatic step.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The political focus is strongly on foreign policy and security. The speaker supports strengthening the rules-based international order but acknowledges the sharp contrast between this principle and reality. The need to address existential concerns and ensure that "evil loses and good wins" is highlighted, which provides the stance with a strong value-based framework.
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2024-01-24
Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political stance strongly centers on supporting the principles of sound legislation, emphasizing minimal state intervention and a tangible reduction in the regulatory burden. The speaker is concerned about the slow progress made in 2022 regarding the analysis of constitutionality and the ex-post evaluation of laws, noting that significant improvement is possible in this area. The methodology is results-based, assessing the activities of the government and the Riigikogu (Parliament) in fulfilling the long-term vision (Fundamentals of Legislative Policy until 2030).
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2024-01-23
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Medicines Act (Bill 162 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus is currently on regulating the safety of pharmaceuticals and vaccines. The speaker raises concerns about the lack of clinical testing for existing vaccines, specifically regarding cancer risk and potential genetic damage. They propose stricter testing requirements for future vaccines, emphasizing a policy-driven and safety-first approach.
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2024-01-23
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus is currently directed toward the international dimension of research and development (R&D). The politician stresses that R&D is a global field and is posing results-oriented questions to the government regarding the adequacy of international cooperation among Estonian scientists. The position taken is moderately critical, demanding more precise information on the effectiveness of the government's policy.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on structural issues within the education system, particularly teacher recruitment and managing changes to the school network. The speaker adopts a pragmatic stance, emphasizing that the experience of mature teachers is not the problem, but rather that clear measures are needed to attract young people into the teaching profession. These positions are aimed at finding solutions and ensuring policy effectiveness.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Water Act (346 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the practical aspects of implementing the environmental law, particularly concerning water reuse and the reduction of pollutants (nitrogen, phosphorus). A moderately critical, policy-based stance is maintained, demanding clarification regarding the necessary infrastructure investments associated with improving water quality.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political stance is cautious and questioning regarding the draft amendment to the Vital Statistics Registration Act. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of having statistics and broader data underpinning the draft, rather than relying solely on individual cases. The position is policy-driven, focusing on risk analysis and potential international misuse.
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2024-01-10
Overview by the Government of the Republic concerning the stability support provided by the European Stability Mechanism and the participation of the Republic of Estonia in the European Stability Mechanism

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political position focuses on comparing the European Stability Mechanism's (ESM) previous risk assessments with the actual outcomes. The speaker notes that the major fears expressed earlier have not materialized, suggesting support for how the mechanism has operated thus far. The position is cautiously forward-looking, seeking confirmation that stability will continue. The formulation of this stance is heavily results-driven and references specific data (a table).
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2024-01-09
First Reading of the Draft Bill on Amendments to the State Assets Act and the Land Cadastre Act (327 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the details of the draft legislation (327 SE) amending the State Assets Act and the Land Cadastre Act. The political stance is rather information-gathering and procedural, not clearly supportive or confrontational. Attention is centered on the practical scope of policy implementation and the administrative burden.
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