By Plenary Sessions: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
Total Sessions: 95
Fully Profiled: 95
2025-11-10
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary legislative focus is the suspension of e-voting until its transparency and reliability are guaranteed. The speaker is a strong proponent and supporter of this restrictive legislative proposal.
2025-11-06
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on the critical scrutiny of the state budget, particularly regarding the transparency of corporate subsidies. A significant priority is also discontinuing support for green energy, as this constitutes harmful economic policy.
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is on scrutinizing the government's actions and criticizing an existing political decision (the prisoner transfer agreement). The speaker operates more as an opponent and overseer of policy, rather than an initiator of new draft legislation.
2025-11-03
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is centered on initiating and supporting social measures, specifically the implementation of an additional payment of 100 euros for pensions and the raising of the subsistence benefit threshold to 300 euros. The speaker views these draft laws as the initial step toward aligning social benefits with the actual cost of living.
2025-10-22
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The legislative focus is directed toward assessing the impact of new regulations, particularly the EU Political Advertising Regulation, and linking this impact to constitutional rights. The speaker is actively engaged in oversight to prevent the unfair classification of demonstrations—intended to influence the legislative process—as political advertising.
2025-10-21
15th Riigikogu, Sixth Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on criticizing the existing legislative proposal (or the overall direction it represents) and bringing attention to its extreme consequences. Specific bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned; instead, the issue is opposition to the general trajectory of the legislation.
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed at creating new regulatory measures (such as capping fuel prices) and social compensation schemes (like food vouchers). The speaker is acting as a catalyst for political ideas, urging the government to consider new solutions to alleviate the impact of high prices.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed at initiating and supporting draft legislation aimed at reducing the value-added tax (VAT), while emphasizing a personal contribution to the submission of the specific bill concerning the reduction of VAT on Estonian fruits and vegetables. The speaker utilizes legislative technicalities (a draft law versus a draft resolution) as a tool for political attack.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The legislative focus is directed toward the state budget and the social solutions it provides. The speaker is demanding information on whether the draft budget stipulates specific measures for tackling the issue of poverty.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is aimed at ensuring the compliance with and interpretation of existing legislation, particularly the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. The speaker stresses ethical and procedural integrity in parliamentary work, rather than the initiation of new legislation.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is currently on two specific bills: lowering the VAT rate on local products to 5% and amending the Riigikogu Election Act. The proposed change to the Election Act centers on distributing compensatory mandates according to the number of votes received by the candidates, citing constitutional grounds for this change. Additionally, the mechanism of parliamentary inquiry (interpellation) is being actively utilized to oversee the government's actions.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the existing green agenda and energy policy, particularly regarding the subsidization of renewable energy and the plans for phasing out oil shale. The speaker is a strong opponent of the government's current legislative direction.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing the existing energy policy and market structure, and on making proposals (e.g., leaving the exchange), but there are no references to specific legislative bills, proposed amendments, or legislative action.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is oppositional, targeting the government’s proposed tax hikes and a bill that seeks to restrict the activities of the Orthodox Church due to its canonical ties. The speaker urges the rejection of this politically biased legislation, emphasizing the need to protect the constitutional separation of church and state.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on systemic reforms, demanding the implementation of a new tax policy that doesn't fleece working people. A further priority is reducing public administration costs and channeling resources toward social needs, instead of massive projects.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and legitimacy and demanding political accountability. Specific legislative priorities, bills, or proposed amendments are not mentioned.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
Lack of data
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The focus is on the shortcomings of the government policy document (likely a budget or development plan), especially regarding cuts to administrative expenses. The speaker is acting in the role of a critic and highlighting the deficiencies, rather than being the initiator of the draft legislation.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Legislative focus is absent, with attention paid instead to broader political directions (the energy transition, the idea of a referendum) and the criticism thereof.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing specific draft legislation regarding renewable energy investments and cuts to social spending (unemployment benefits). The speaker is taking a strong adversarial stance, emphasizing the bills' shortcomings, unclear costs, and unfair content.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on strategically modifying the existing agricultural policy and demanding a new, clear action plan from the minister. The goal is the reformation of the policy itself, rather than initiating specific legislative bills.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on criticism of election administration and the e-voting procedure, highlighting the need to address fundamental issues regarding the voluntary nature of voting and procedural discrepancies.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative priority is the complete reform of the energy system, with the aim of restoring national price regulation and abandoning the rules of the Nord Pool exchange. A significant focus is also on the political will required to solve the problem of high fees for CO2 quotas and to direct funds toward the repair of the Narva power plants.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is centered on the scrutiny of government activities and holding ministers accountable, primarily through parliamentary Question Time. There is no mention of specific bills or amendments that the speaker would initiate or support.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary legislative focus is the opposition to a constitutional amendment aimed at stripping permanent residents of their right to vote. The speaker is a fierce opponent of this bill, calling it political activity that has nothing to do with normal legislative processes.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed toward amending political decisions concerning payments for CO2 emission quotas and the subsidization of green energy producers. The priority is to establish a legislative environment that allows all electricity producers to compete on equal terms, ensuring consumers receive the best-priced energy.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
There isn't enough data.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on criticizing the current government's funding policy (one million euros allocated to Russian-language media) and demanding that it be ended. Specific bills or legislative priorities are not mentioned; this is purely a matter of policy and criticism.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The focus is on the oversight of government activities and the clarification of policy directions within the framework of the information hour, rather than on specific legislative priorities (bills, amendments).
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on the topic being debated during the plenary session, which concerns the future of national airlines and the state's involvement in the aviation sector. The speaker is primarily in the role of a questioner, while simultaneously supporting the proposal put forward by the rapporteur.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on criticizing the current government's policy (the closure of churches and the change in jurisdiction) and demanding answers from the minister. There are no references to initiating or supporting specific pieces of legislation.
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main legislative focus is the Center Party faction’s proposal to introduce a profit tax for banks while simultaneously lowering the value-added tax (VAT) on foodstuffs. The speaker is a strong supporter and initiator of this proposal, viewing it as a solution for making life easier for ordinary people.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is being directed toward amending the current regulations governing energy subsidies and taxation, given that the present situation is unfair and absurd. The speaker is demanding a systemic change to ensure equal conditions for all producers and freedom of choice for the consumer.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is on initiating and supporting the bill to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on food. The speaker has repeatedly championed this measure, stressing the necessity of finding ways to fund the budget without draining citizens' wallets.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill to amend the sickness benefit system, the goal of which is to shorten the employee's waiting period and the employer's compensation period. The speaker is either the initiator or a strong proponent of this specific bill, and is requesting support for it during the plenary session.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on criticizing and challenging the actions of the executive branch (the imposition of sanctions), rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on challenging the draft state budget and scrutinizing the economic forecasts upon which it is based. The speaker is a staunch opponent of the government's fiscal policy and related legislation, proposing alternative methods for budget reduction and taxation.
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
The focus is placed on criticizing the consequences of current policies (environmental requirements, economic governance), rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills. The goal is to highlight the negative impact of existing regulations on industry and employment.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the handling of draft legislation and the defense of proposals put forward by the opposition during the plenary session. The speaker positions themselves as the initiator or a supporter of the bill, emphasizing the merit of the proposal and arguing against its rejection.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is the opposition to the ongoing tax hike bill, which is considered unfair and damaging to the economy. The speaker is an active opponent, while simultaneously offering alternative funding sources, such as a special tax on banks, to find the necessary money for ensuring security.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently centered on opposing a specific draft bill concerning the expansion of powers for officials working with children and the increase of state control over private life. The speaker is a strong opponent of this proposed legislation.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing government-initiated bills in the social and legal sectors. The speaker is actively submitting objections, proposing that bills be rejected (unemployment insurance reform) or that their reading be terminated (raising state fees in healthcare and the social sphere). Opposition is also being mounted against the bill concerning the organization of psychological assistance, as it fails to offer viable solutions.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is on criticizing government policy (taxation, the green agenda) and questioning strategic directions. There is no information regarding the initiation, support, or opposition of specific bills.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently directed toward strong opposition to the proposed car tax bill, which is deemed unfair and harmful. As an alternative, new tax legislation is being put forward, such as a solidarity bank tax and the taxation of global corporations, initiatives proposed by the Centre Party.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
There is no legislative focus; attention is instead directed toward procedural issues concerning the parliament’s internal workings and the fairness thereof.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is on criticizing the government's broad policies (the green agenda, energy) rather than initiating or supporting specific bills. The speaker is clearly opposed to the government's energy strategy.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus centers on challenging the government's proposed bills regarding the budget and social commitments. Members and the Centre Faction repeatedly move to reject the legislation during the first reading, thereby positioning themselves as the primary opposition.
2024-10-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is placed on policy oversight and criticism within the framework of the information session, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills. The priority is calling into question the government’s energy and tax policies.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on opposing the government's fiscal policy and excise tax hikes, and highlighting their negative effects. The speaker functions more as a critic and questioner than as an initiator of draft legislation.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is directed towards finding alternative funding sources for healthcare, emphasizing the Centre Party faction's proposal to implement a special tax on bank profits. The speaker supports this proposal and opposes the government's conflicting measures.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The main legislative focus is the draft state budget, with the speaker acting as a critic and demanding that the budget document be made more transparent. The need for political measures to stabilize local food production is also being stressed.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on supporting a specific bill. The speaker positions themselves as a supporter of the initiative but also focuses on the likelihood of the bill's passage and the political dynamics of the issue.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently aimed at procedures for national supervision and auditing, particularly those issues related to the National Audit Office. The speaker takes on the role of a critical examiner, calling into question the quality of the decision that was adopted.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus is indirect, concentrating on opposing the government's planned economic decisions (likely tax laws) and highlighting their negative consequences. Specific bills are not mentioned; instead, an action plan is demanded from the government to halt the decline in people's standard of living.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Legislative focus is currently centered on supporting the Centre Party faction's proposal to increase family benefits, a measure costing nearly 200 million euros. A secondary focus involves examining measures aimed at reducing the state apparatus in order to secure the necessary budgetary coverage.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The legislative focus centers on opposing the government's fiscal measures, particularly the introduction of the new Value Added Tax and corporate income tax. The speaker frames themselves as being against these tax laws, highlighting their negative impact on the economy.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
There is no information available regarding legislative priorities, bills, or proposed amendments.
2024-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The primary legislative focus is amending the Riigikogu Election Act to ensure that compensatory mandates are allocated to candidates who secured a higher vote count. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of the draft bill, proposing changes to the law.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Legislative focus is centered on reforming tax policy, calling for the repeal of enacted tax increases (sales tax, income tax, car tax) and the introduction of new levies (bank tax, progressive income tax). The speaker is a strong adversary of the current fiscal policy and the proponent of alternative taxation proposals.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the government's planned tax hike, which is tied to the fiscal policy bills. The speaker is acting as a fierce adversary, calling into question the economic logic underpinning the proposed legislative amendments.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The legislative focus is centered on the opposition to the car tax bill, with the speaker clearly stating their dissent and announcing their intention to vote against the measure. The speaker maintains a position of strong opposition to the proposed legislation.
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
The primary legislative focus is opposing the new supplementary budget, which the speaker attributes to the government's errors. The speaker is clearly on the opposing side, refusing to support the bill so that their constituents do not have to suffer because of the government's mistakes.
2024-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The focus is on the oversight of the executive branch and demanding accountability during the information hour. There is no information available regarding specific draft legislation or legislative priorities.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is aimed at challenging the very foundations of the ongoing foreign policy debate, questioning both its legitimacy and necessity. The speaker is acting less as an initiator of new legislation and more as someone who challenges the premise of the existing debate.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The legislative focus is currently on processing the supplementary budget. The speaker’s role is that of a critical overseer, who calls into question both the content of the draft bill and the thoroughness of its consideration by the Riigikogu committee.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on opposing the car tax law. The speaker highlights the Centre Party faction's alternative legislative priorities, such as taxing banks' excess profits, transitioning to a progressive income tax, and taxing digital companies.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is directed toward the oversight of the executive branch and monitoring the progress of major state projects (like the Tallinn Hospital), rather than focusing on direct legislation.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on offering alternatives to the sugar tax and proposing a reduction of the VAT on local produce (root vegetables and fruit) to 5%. Priorities also include broader fiscal reforms, such as a special bank levy and a progressive income tax, as well as reducing bureaucracy.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The focus is on scrutinizing the government's budget implementation and fiscal policy during the information hour. Specific legislative priorities or bills are absent; the emphasis is on the oversight of the executive branch's activities.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is aimed at challenging existing tax laws concerning the taxation of pensions. Furthermore, there is a demand to initiate new legislation for the special taxation of bank profits, positioning this movement as a strong opponent to the government’s fiscal policy.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The legislative focus is on challenging existing tax laws (the taxation of pensions) and demanding the implementation of alternative legislation (a special tax on bank profits). The speaker is acting as an opponent to the government's long-term strategy.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on demanding action plans and solutions from the government (especially concerning the teacher shortage). Specific data regarding the introduction, support, or opposition of draft legislation has not been provided.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on the necessity of amending the electoral law, specifically demanding that e-voting be discontinued until the technical solutions achieve absolute reliability. The speaker opposes the government's intention to further expand the scope of e-voting, for instance, by permitting voting via mobile phone.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed towards criticizing tax laws and fiscal policy, particularly concerning the taxation of pensions and banks. The speaker is taking on the role of an opponent, calling into question the government's priorities regarding taxation.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speeches focus on criticizing the government’s actions and policies (loan agreements, ministry intervention), rather than initiating or supporting specific pieces of legislation.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The legislative focus is directed towards monitoring the consequences of current or soon-to-be-enforced education policy decisions, particularly concerning the conditions for teacher employment. The speaker acts as an overseer of policy implementation, demanding data regarding the impact of these changes.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is centered on amending tax laws, specifically by opposing the soda tax and offering alternative tax incentives on behalf of the faction. There is also a significant focus on clarifying the purpose and content of political statements, positioning the group as a critical opponent rather than an initiator.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the government's proposal to tax pensions. Alternative priorities being put forward include the enactment of a solidarity tax on bank profits and a progressive income tax, in order to enable a fairer distribution of national wealth.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is on the shortcomings of e-voting regulation and its verification mechanisms. The speaker operates as a critic and auditor of the system, demanding clarification within the framework of the legislation regarding the proof of the voluntary nature of voting.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The focus is on the accountability of the government and ministers, as well as questions regarding ethical standards, demanding that the Foreign Minister be called to order. Specific legislative priorities are not mentioned.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
There isn't enough information. The speaker is focusing on criticizing the consequences of the government's policy and potential legislative initiatives (suffrage/voting rights), rather than presenting their own legislative priorities.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on opposing the government's proposed bill for taxing pensions. They are also promoting the alternative tax law put forward by the Centre Party (the taxation of banks' windfall profits), thereby acting as an advocate for both the opposition and alternative policies.
2024-04-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The legislative focus is currently on tax legislation, particularly the proposed abolition of the car tax and the subsequent consideration of alternative revenue streams. The speaker is participating in the debate both as an interrogator and a challenger, aiming to guide the legislative discussion.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The main legislative focus is on opposing the draft car tax bill and improving its social justice. The priority is to ensure that the bill complies with the principles of the constitution and includes exemptions for socially vulnerable groups.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus centers on tax policy and budget allocations, specifically addressing the sugar tax bill and the funding of school meals. The speaker is primarily an opponent of the new tax and proposes alternative legislative solutions.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data. The focus is on the government's actions and accountability, not legislative work.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the government's proposed car tax. The speaker is acting as an opponent, promoting an alternative system that specifically taxes luxury vehicles to achieve greater fairness.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on criticizing the government's current tax policy and banking sector regulations. Specific bills or amendments aren't mentioned; this is about opposing the existing policy.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The legislative focus is clearly aimed at opposing the proposed car tax bill. They are also promoting the initiation of new legislation that would introduce a solidarity tax on bank profits, thereby actively opposing the tax currently being implemented while advocating for a new type of levy.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data. (The speech focuses on the execution of the government budget and priorities, not specific legislative initiatives or bills.)
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is on tax policy, opposing the implemented rise in consumption taxes and demanding the introduction of a new solidarity excess profit tax on banks. Furthermore, they are demanding a concrete plan from the government for reducing poverty.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on criticizing the government's actions and changing political priorities (directing money toward teachers' salaries, shortening doctor waiting lists). No specific legislative initiatives or draft bills are mentioned; rather, intervention by the executive branch is demanded.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the critical evaluation of the government’s activities and policies (tax hikes, Rail Baltic) during the information session. Specific legislative priorities or draft bills are absent.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The legislative focus is aimed at regulatory oversight and the actions of the executive branch, especially the role of the Competition Authority in monitoring energy prices. Specific bills or legal amendments are not mentioned; rather, the attention is centered on criticizing the inefficiency of the existing system.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on the oversight of government activities and the scrutiny of the minister's responses during the plenary session. The speaker acts as an opposition scrutinizer, not as the initiator of specific legislative bills.