By Agendas: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin

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2025-10-16
Debate on the nationally important issue "Why is food expensive?", initiated by the Estonian Centre Party faction.

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

Among the priorities is the initiation of legislation that would enable the state to impose price limits (analogous to the regulation of fuel prices or electricity tariffs) and establish compensation mechanisms for low-income individuals.
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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The legislative focus is on amending the Value-Added Tax Act, with the aim of lowering the VAT rate on foodstuffs. The speaker emphasized that they personally initiated a similar bill in the past.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is on monitoring the implementation of the country's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" and the responsibility of the Minister of Social Affairs. The speaker is engaged in demanding the fulfillment of strategic objectives, not in initiating specific legislative bills.
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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 legislative focus is on the draft State Budget Act for 2026 (737 SE). The speaker is acting as a critic, demanding that the draft bill offer specific solutions for solving the problem of poverty.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The legislative focus is directed toward the enforcement of the Riigikogu Internal Rules and Procedure Act, particularly concerning the Prime Minister's conduct and the right of members of parliament to pose questions. The speaker is acting as an advocate for the implementation of the law, not as an initiator of new legal acts.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary legislative priorities are economic (specifically, lowering the VAT on local production) and constitutional/procedural (amending the Riigikogu Election Law concerning the allocation of compensatory mandates). The speaker acts as the initiator, proposing draft legislation and utilizing parliamentary inquiries (interpellations) to scrutinize the government regarding media funding.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing Draft Bill 541 SE (the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Acts). The speaker is a fierce opponent of the bill, viewing it as a fraudulent measure that harms consumers.
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2025-06-18
The Future of Energy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on challenging the existing energy policy (the expansion of wind farms) and market regulation (Nord Pool membership). The speaker opposes the policy and raises questions regarding the consideration of a potential market exit, but does not refer to specific legislative bills.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the second reading of the draft law amending the Law on Churches and Congregations (570 UA). The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, calling for the rejection of this politically biased legislation. The objective is to prevent the severance of the Orthodox Church's canonical ties with the Russian Church.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on reforming tax policy, while strongly opposing the philosophy of tax hikes underpinning Bill 645 SE. The priority is lowering taxes and avoiding costs associated with excise duties and the green transition. The speaker is a representative of the opposition, seeking to alter the government's economic policy direction.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward systemic reforms, demanding the implementation of a new tax policy that does not fleece working people, and the redirection of state resources toward the populace, rather than imaginary large-scale projects. Specific bills were not mentioned, but the priority is the reform of the state budget and the social system.
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2025-06-04
Trust crisis

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on political accountability and criticizing the government's actions (especially concerning tax increases), rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills. The primary objective is political change—the resignation of the government.
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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 focus is on monitoring the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy, "Eesti 2035," particularly concerning infrastructure projects. The speaker's role involves scrutinizing the progress and risks associated with initiated projects, such as Rail Baltic.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The main legislative focus is the criticism of the draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2025 (651 SE). The speaker's priority is the inclusion of provisions for cutting administrative costs in this financial document.
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is directed toward supporting the draft bill (581 OE) for organizing a referendum on the issue of electricity production from oil shale. Furthermore, opposing the green energy subsidization system, which is tied to legislative decisions in energy policy, is also a priority.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is opposing the draft amendment to the Unemployment Insurance Act (519 SE), which would reduce social spending at the expense of the unemployed. A broader priority is increasing funding for the social sphere, securing the necessary resources by cutting expenditures related to public administration and the green transition.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the opposition to Bill 541 SE (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy) during its second reading. The speaker is a strong opponent who criticizes the bill's shortcomings, especially regarding the lack of clarity concerning investment costs and the proposed linkage of the national electricity supply to weather conditions.
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2025-05-07
Food safety

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Legislative focus is currently aimed at reforming agricultural policy and demanding the development of a clear strategic plan. The speaker is acting as the initiator of political scrutiny, demanding that the government take concrete steps to improve the situation.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on examining the security of the e-voting process, specifically linked to the draft resolution (576 OE) concerning the formation of a Riigikogu investigative committee. The speaker is a staunch critic of the current e-voting system and advocates for increased oversight.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative priority is abandoning the Nord Pool rules and returning to a nationally regulated electricity price, a move that requires political will. This involves funding the repair of the Narva power plant units and finding a political solution to the problem of high taxes on CO2 quotas. The speaker is acting as the initiator, demanding radical political change.
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2025-04-09
Who leads Estonia’s finances

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on Parliament's oversight function, where ministers are questioned regarding contradictions between their previous statements and current policy. The goal is to ensure ministerial accountability and clarity regarding the fundamental principles of economic policy. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 570 SE, which proposes amendments to the Churches and Congregations Act. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, which would grant the government the authority to shut down the Orthodox Church on the pretext of a security threat.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Act 536 SE, which proposes amendments to the constitution regarding the restriction of suffrage. The speaker is a staunch opponent, challenging the bill's legitimacy and highlighting its potential negative impact on national security.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The main legislative focus is changing energy policy to eliminate green energy subsidies and high CO2 taxes, which have made the use of oil shale unprofitable. The speaker is a strong critic of the current direction, demanding the government reverse political decisions that have led to economic decline. The speech was delivered during the first reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act, which the speaker apparently opposes.
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2025-03-19
Market economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on critiquing current economic policy decisions (taxation, subsidies) and the principles that underpin them. The speaker functions as a scrutinizer of the government's economic policy and ethical conduct.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on challenging the existing government's financing policies and decisions through an interpellation. No specific bills or amendments are mentioned.
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2025-03-12
Government foreign policy

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The focus is on scrutinizing the government's foreign policy and the minister's actions, and holding them accountable during the parliamentary session. There is no reference to initiating, supporting, or amending specific draft legislation.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Legislative focus is currently directed toward supporting the establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee (Draft 543 OE) to clarify the circumstances surrounding the cessation of Nordica's operations. The speaker is acting as a proponent, seeking to broaden the scope of the inquiry through questioning.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on opposing Draft Law 570 SE (the Act amending the Churches and Congregations Act). The speaker positions themselves as a staunch opponent of the bill, defending churches and congregations from state intervention.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft resolution of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) (535 OE) concerning the establishment of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector. The speaker is the initiator and a strong supporter of this proposal, with the goal of establishing a bank profit tax while simultaneously lowering the VAT on foodstuffs.
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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 legislative focus is currently on amending the Electricity Market Act to align it with the principles of the Constitution and the market economy. The speaker advocates for radical changes, calling for the elimination of subsidies and the establishment of a level playing field for all producers.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on the Draft Act amending the Value-Added Tax Act (539 SE), the purpose of which is to reduce the VAT on foodstuffs. The speaker is a strong proponent of this specific draft bill and calls for its support.
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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 legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Health Insurance Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Bill 504 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill, which seeks to shift the responsibility for paying sickness benefits from the employee to the employer and the Health Insurance Fund, starting from the second day.
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2024-12-18
Estonian and Georgian relations

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is primarily on calling into question the actions of the executive branch (sanctions) and interpreting the Riigikogu’s previous stances concerning foreign elections. There are no indications of initiating or supporting new legislative bills.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main legislative focus is on the draft State Budget Act for 2025 (513 SE). The speaker acts as a strong opponent, calling into question the economic assumptions underlying the bill and the projected outcomes.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on challenging the draft bill (510 SE) for the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Tax Act. The speaker is a strong opponent who proposes, as an alternative, legislative steps for wealth taxation and drastically cutting state expenditures to avoid broad tax hikes.
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2024-12-11
Economic Growth and Eesti Energia

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The focus is on criticizing and challenging government policy and decisions (the closure of Eesti Energia plants, the economic downturn). There is no information available regarding the initiation or support of specific legislative bills.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill (528 SE) to amend the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu. The speaker positions themselves as the initiator or a supporter who has put forward a sensible proposal, and they oppose the rejection of this specific bill.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on the opposition to the draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) during its second reading. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill and is promoting the enactment of an alternative funding source—a special tax on banks.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft Act (Bill 510 SE) amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act and other legislation. The speaker is a strong opponent who is challenging the economic viability of the proposed excise duty hikes.
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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 legislative focus is the strong opposition to Bill 427 SE (Draft Act on Amendments to the Child Protection Act and other Acts). The speaker aims to block the passage of the law, arguing that it increases state control over private life.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft Act (519 SE) concerning amendments to the Unemployment Insurance Act and related amendments to other Acts. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill and supports the initiator's motion to reject it during the first reading.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the State Duty Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and Their Precursors (502 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing Draft Bill 502 SE, which concerns raising state fees in the healthcare and social sectors. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill and will initiate a procedural motion to halt the bill's second reading.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary legislative focus is opposing the draft act amending the constitution (Bill 527 SE), which seeks to restrict voting rights. The speaker is acting as a staunch opponent of the bill, attempting to use questions during the first reading to undermine its security and legal basis.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft bill (536 SE) to amend the Constitution, specifically regarding the restriction of suffrage. The speaker is taking a strong stance against the bill, concentrating on its legal and security merits during the first reading.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – third reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is centered on opposing Draft Bill 500 SE (the Act amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act) during its third reading. The priority is to ensure that solutions are available and that local authorities receive adequate funding under the social welfare legislation.
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2024-11-20
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The legislative focus is centered on assessing the economic consequences of existing major political goals (the green agenda, phasing out oil shale by 2040). The politician operates as a challenger and critic of the policy, concentrating on the preservation of competitiveness.
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2024-11-20
The churning of pensioners.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The legislative focus centers on countering the government's initiative concerning the taxation of pensions. The politician is actively opposing the proposed change in tax policy, striving to block the reintroduction of taxing pensions.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on supporting the draft bill (488 SE) to repeal the motor vehicle tax act and opposing the car tax. The speaker is an active opponent of the established tax and proposes alternative fiscal policy solutions for supplementing the state budget.
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2024-11-06
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

There is a lack of legislative focus, with attention centered only on the Riigikogu’s internal procedures and opportunities for speakers to participate in the information hour. The priority is access to speaking slots, not the initiation or support of specific draft legislation.
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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 focus is placed on criticizing government policy and action plans (the green agenda) and emphasizing their negative consequences. There are no references to initiating or supporting specific bills or draft legislation.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is the rejection of the proposed amendment to the Social Welfare Act (Bill 508 SE) during its first reading. The speaker is a staunch opponent of this bill, highlighting its social detriment and inherent injustice.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – first reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is directed toward opposing the draft Act amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 500 SE). The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill and is initiating a motion to reject it at the first reading.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on opposing the draft state budget law for 2025 (Bill 513 SE) during its first reading. The speaker is an opponent of the budget, who is criticizing its deficiencies in meeting strategic objectives.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the critical scrutiny of the draft Security Tax Act (Bill 512 SE). The speaker is opposing the bill, raising questions during the first reading about its potential economic harm.
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2024-10-16
Minister of Finance's Statements

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on parliamentary oversight and criticism of the Minister of Finance's statements and the government's rhetoric. Specific legislative priorities are not mentioned in the data, and the activity is directed toward political control.
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2024-10-16
Electrical supply

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient data
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is centered on opposing the draft bill (510 SE) amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act. The speaker is acting as an opponent, stressing the bill's economic risks and negative consequences.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act (509 SE). The speaker is taking on the role of a critical opponent of the bill, raising questions regarding the committee discussion and the social justification for the proposed amendments.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on reforming state finance and tax policy to address shortfalls in healthcare funding. The speaker is a proponent of alternative proposals (such as a bank tax) and an opponent of the funding solutions proposed by the government.
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2024-10-09
Management Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on processing the draft state budget and improving its transparency. The speaker is acting as the initiator of the oversight, demanding a change in procedure to make the budget more understandable.
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2024-10-09
Agricultural policy and the future of Tartu Agro

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the government's action plan and intervening in economic processes, if necessary, to halt the decline in local food production. Specific bills or amendments have not been mentioned.
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary legislative focus is supporting the draft Act on Amendments to the Penal Code (Bill 452 SE). The speaker positions themselves as a supporter of the bill but also engages in the political analysis of its adoption.
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2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on contesting the draft legislation (Bill 495 OE) concerning the appointment of the National Audit Office auditor. The speaker is skeptical of the proposal, casting doubt on the suitability of the chosen firm, and is consequently opposing the bill.
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2024-09-25
Rail Baltic

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on demanding financial transparency and overseeing the budget of the national infrastructure project. Specific bills or proposed amendments are not mentioned, but the activity indicates the priority of budget control.
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2024-09-25
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Not enough data.
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2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker is focusing on opposing the government's planned economic decisions and changes to the tax system. He positions himself as a critic and opponent of these measures, citing the forecasts provided by the Bank of Estonia.
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2024-09-19
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act and the Vocational Educational Institutions Act (404 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the critical analysis of the draft bill (404 SE) amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act and the Vocational Educational Institutions Act. The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator of the bill, challenging its financial details.
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2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Family Benefits Act (388 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the first reading of the Draft Act amending the Family Benefits Act (Bill 388 SE). The speaker is a strong supporter of the proposal put forth by the Centre Party faction, which focuses on raising the amounts of family benefits.
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2024-09-18
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is on the tax legislation, either enacted or currently being planned by the government, specifically those relating to VAT and corporate income tax. The speaker is a strong opponent of these measures, although specific draft bills are not mentioned.
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2024-09-11
Government economic policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The focus lies on criticizing government policy and demanding concrete plans, rather than initiating specific legislative priorities or drafting new bills. The speaker is in opposition to the government's current economic agenda.
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2024-09-11
Salaries in the Ministry of the Interior Sector

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

Not enough data
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2024-09-10
First Reading of the Draft Act (412 SE) on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (Obtaining a Compensatory Mandate Based on the Number of Votes Cast for the Candidate)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is exclusively on the draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act (412 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent and initiator of this bill, stressing the necessity of changing the procedure for distributing compensatory mandates so that they are allocated to candidates who have secured a higher number of votes.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is on opposing the motor vehicle tax bill (car tax) and other tax increases. The speaker advocates for the implementation of alternative legislative solutions, such as a bank tax and a progressive income tax, to achieve fairness in the tax system.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The main focus is on the opposition to the new government's planned tax policy and budgetary measures, which are tied to the granting of the mandate to form the government. The speaker acts as a strong opponent of the government's fiscal direction.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The legislative focus is the opposition to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (the car tax), with the speaker being a strong opponent of this draft bill. The speaker clearly states their intention to vote against the tax.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on contesting the draft law regarding the 2024 supplementary budget (456 SE). The speaker is a staunch opponent of the bill, refusing to support it and arguing that it will worsen the country's economic situation.
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2024-06-12
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is on parliamentary oversight of the government's activities and holding the prime minister accountable. Specific bills or amendments are not mentioned; the action is directed toward monitoring the executive branch and demanding adherence to procedural rules.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on opposing the Riigikogu draft statement (449 AE) concerning the crisis of democracy in Georgia. The speaker is on the opposing side, questioning the necessity of debating the draft and demanding clarification regarding the committee's working procedures.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft 2024 supplementary budget act (Bill 456 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical opponent or scrutinizer of the bill, concentrating on the analysis of its economic impact and the procedural correctness within the committee.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is currently on the strong opposition to the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 364 SE). The politician is an initiator and supporter of alternative tax legislation (a bank tax, progressive income tax, and the taxation of digital companies), emphasizing the need to find socially fairer solutions for the state budget.
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2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the oversight of the executive branch's activities and demanding accountability, rather than initiating or supporting specific bills. The speaker is engaged in scrutinizing the government's actions.
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2024-06-05
Ida-Viru County specialist doctors and hospitals' overtime coefficients

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is absent; the speaker is acting as an information seeker regarding the status of the existing government project (the Tallinn Hospital).
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2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on scrutinizing the financial aspects of Bill 407 OE (Increasing Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities). The speaker is primarily taking on the role of an auditor, demanding clarity regarding the bill's funding.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus centers on initiating and supporting Draft Law 406 OE, which aims to reduce the Value Added Tax (VAT) on domestically grown fruits and vegetables to 5%. Broader priorities also encompass previous proposals concerning the reduction of bureaucracy and the implementation of progressive taxation, neither of which has garnered coalition support.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on the draft resolution (431 DR) concerning the support for the deployment of nuclear energy in Estonia. The speaker is acting as an inquirer, aiming to clarify the economic implications of the bill for the consumer.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Act Amending the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on the draft Act amending the Child Protection Act and other related legislation (Bill 427 SE). The speaker is acting as a critical interrogator and opponent of the bill, specifically concentrating on the potentially hazardous provisions within the proposed law.
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2024-05-29
Government Investments and Defense Spending

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is on overseeing the government's activities and budget execution, particularly concerning state investments and defense spending. Specific legislative priorities or bills are not mentioned in the text.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft amendment to the Income Tax Act concerning the taxation of pensions. Furthermore, the necessity of initiating legislation to impose a special tax on bank profits is being highlighted. The speaker positions himself as an opponent and an advocate for alternative tax initiatives.
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2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the taxation of pensions and demanding the introduction of a special tax on the profits of banks that earned a billion euros last year. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's policy.
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2024-05-15
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is on analyzing the consequences of the existing legislation (the new language requirements) and the absence of government implementation plans. The speaker is demanding a government action plan to resolve the crisis, rather than the introduction of new bills.
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2024-05-15
Bureaucracy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus lies on structural issues within public administration and state governance, suggesting an interest in legislation pertaining to the headcount of civil servants and the efficiency of the state budget. No specific bills or legislative initiatives are mentioned.
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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 legislative focus centers on either amending or completely scrapping the regulation governing e-voting, demanding that the system not be used until its reliability is absolutely guaranteed. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's plan to expand the scope of e-voting (i.e., introducing mobile phone voting).
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The legislative focus is on opposing the government’s tax policy and supporting the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax for the banking sector. The speaker operates as a strong opponent of the ruling coalition’s fiscal course.
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2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on protecting constitutional principles (the separation of church and state) and questioning the legal basis and logic of the government's executive activities (conversations involving Ministry of Interior officials). Specific draft legislation is not mentioned.
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2024-05-08
The Economic Situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the oversight of the executive branch's financial decisions (loan agreements) and demanding accountability. The priority is scrutinizing the government's activities and clarifying the propriety of expenditures, rather than initiating new legislation.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on monitoring the consequences of existing or soon-to-be-enforced regulations (specifically, teacher qualification requirements starting August 1st). The speaker is operating more as a controller or monitor than as a legislative initiator.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is currently centered on the critical scrutiny of Riigikogu Statement Draft 420 AE ("On declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an institution supporting the military aggression of the Russian Federation"). The speaker is acting as an opponent or skeptic, demanding that the draft's initiators justify both its practical utility and its actual underlying purpose.
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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 legislative focus is currently centered on opposing the sugar-sweetened beverage tax bill (418 SE). The priority is advancing an alternative measure proposed by the faction: reducing the tax on fruits and vegetables.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's draft amendment to the Income Tax Act (Bill 416 SE), particularly concerning the taxation of pensions. As alternative priorities, proposals have been made to initiate draft legislation to introduce a bank solidarity tax and a progressive income tax.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is currently centered on the opposition to the draft Act on the Amendment of the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (Bill 417 SE). The speaker positions themselves as a staunch opponent of the bill, casting doubt on both its necessity and its fairness.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (415 SE) amending the Penal Code, which concerns increasing the unit fine. The speaker is critical of the bill in its current form and wishes to incorporate an income-related fine system. Consequently, the speaker is positioned as either an initiator or a supporter of the reform who is seeking these changes.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The legislative focus is on the draft bill (344 SE) amending the Riigikogu Election Act. The speaker is a critical interrogator who concentrates on the deficiencies in the verifiability of e-elections and their legal regulation.
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2024-04-17
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The legislative focus is directed towards political accountability and oversight, demanding explanations from the government regarding security threats stemming from the family business ties of high-ranking officials. The priority is ensuring political ethics and security at the highest level.
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2024-04-17
Frightening the population

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

Direct legislative priorities (bills or amendments) are not mentioned. The focus is rather on raising the issue of the government's actions and accountability during the parliamentary session.
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2024-04-10
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

There is too little data.
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2024-04-10
The Prime Minister's Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

Lack of data
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2024-04-03
Pension Taxation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is directed towards opposing the government's proposed bill on the taxation of pensions. Furthermore, an alternative tax policy concerning the taxation of banks' excess profits is being promoted, evidently supporting their own party's corresponding proposal.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The main legislative focus is supporting Riigikogu Resolution Draft (374 OE), which aims to abandon the imposition of the car tax and withdraw the motor vehicle tax bill from legislative proceedings. The speaker is opposed to this specific tax law and demands its repeal.
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2024-03-20
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

Focuses on opposing the tax legislation and measures proposed by the government. The priority is blocking legislative steps that impede economic growth.
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2024-03-20
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax bill and demanding its amendment. The priority is adding social exemptions to the draft legislation to ensure the protection of people with disabilities and large families, acting as a critical opponent of the current bill.
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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 legislative focus centers on fiscal policy that impacts public health. The priority is reducing taxes on healthy food and boosting funding for school meals, rather than implementing new taxes.
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2024-03-13
The Present and Future Challenges Facing the Domestic Food Industry

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

This matter is a parliamentary question demanding accountability and future plans from the government, rather than the presentation of specific legislative bills or amendments.
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2024-03-06
Spreading misinformation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and the fulfillment of its political promises, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills. The speaker acts as an opponent of the government's policy and past transactions (the privatization of Estonian Railways).
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2024-03-06
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's proposed car tax bill and offering an alternative. The speaker is acting as the initiator, proposing a specific alternative taxation scheme for luxury vehicles, which is expected to be "quite substantial."
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the regulation and taxation of the banking sector, including participation in a parliamentary inquiry concerning the taxation of banks' excess profits (No. 595). The speaker is involved in overseeing government activities in the field of financial and tax policy.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The legislative focus is on opposing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act draft (364 SE) during its first reading. Also a priority is the introduction of a solidarity bank tax, the government's refusal of which is being sharply criticized.
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2024-02-14
Salaries of police officers and rescue workers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is currently directed toward securing salary increases for police officers and rescuers through necessary budget amendments. The speaker is a strong proponent and initiator of better compensation for frontline workers, demanding that the necessary funds be allocated to achieve this objective.
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2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on tax policy: opposition to the government’s planned increases in VAT and excise duties, and a demand to initiate the introduction of a windfall profit tax on banks. The speaker opposes the government’s tax plans and supports implementing a new socially focused tax.
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2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Insufficient dataset
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2024-01-24
Doctor Appointment Problems

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The information is insufficient. The speaker is focusing on inquiring about the government's action plan, rather than introducing or supporting legislative initiatives.
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2024-01-24
Teachers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on controlling budget execution and the use of state funds, demanding that money be redirected from officials' bonuses to cover teachers' salary increases. The speaker is critical of the current budget decisions and demands their amendment.
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2024-01-17
Rail Baltica

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on holding the executive branch accountable for the financial management of major infrastructure projects (Rail Baltic). This is manifested in specific questions posed to the prime minister concerning the project's cost and necessity.
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2024-01-17
Economic competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The legislative focus is on opposing the government's policy concerning tax increases. The speaker positions themselves as a critical opponent of the government's fiscal policy initiatives.
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2024-01-10
Electricity prices

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

There isn't enough data.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Threat to the Independence of Press Publications (No. 345)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker is participating in the process of holding the government accountable via an interpellation, which demonstrates a focus on oversight. Specific bills or legislative priorities have not been mentioned.
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