By Agendas: Jaak Valge

Total Agendas: 117

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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 focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the draft state budget law and constitutional issues that pertain to the state’s entire financial framework.
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2025-10-06
Inquiry regarding Ukrainian refugees, especially men of mobilization age (No. 794)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is international and national, centering on Estonian refugee policy in the context of the war in Ukraine. A significant part of the rhetoric involves a comparison with the practices of neighboring countries (Finland, Latvia, Lithuania) in granting international protection.
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2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on international security (referencing the Suwałki corridor) and at the national level (the impact on the living standards of the Estonian people). There is no specific regional or local emphasis.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily regional, centering on Tartu as an international university city and a hub for science and culture. It is stressed that outsourcing the prison facility would cause significant reputational damage and security risks specifically for Tartu—risks that are many times greater than they would be in the periphery.
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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 focus is on the high-profile fraud case ("Slava Ukraini") occurring at the national level and the related Estonian legal proceedings.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

Regional focus is placed on Tallinn, specifically concentrating on the issues surrounding the Tallinn Defence Forces Cemetery. Although the location is local, the subject is framed as a question of national dignity.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily on the national level (interests of the nation-state, Estonian language proficiency, the average Estonian wage). A significant portion of the rhetoric relies on international comparison, highlighting Estonia's immigration rate compared to Latvia, Finland, and Lithuania, as well as productivity comparisons with the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Poland.
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2025-09-08
779 Regarding the rapid growth of unemployment and the decline in employment

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, examining the Estonian labor market and the consequences of immigration policy over the past decade. Estonia is treated as a whole, without specific regional emphasis.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The regional focus is directed at specific major projects that impact local communities, such as phosphorite exploration in Lääne-Viru County (the Toolse deposit) and the massive offshore wind park planned for the west coast of Saaremaa. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of taking into account the views of local residents (specifically mentioning the Saare Coastal People's Society and the local municipality mayors).
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2025-06-18
Offering temporary and international protection in Estonia to Ukrainian mobilization-age men.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on the national (Estonian defense policy) and international levels, comparing Estonia's situation with that of Latvia and Lithuania, and referencing the Ukrainian president's wish for men to be in Ukraine.
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2025-06-18
Migration policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on the national level (Estonian economy, productivity, and standard of living) and the international level, referencing immigration from the European Union, the USA, and other Western countries.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is lacking, even though the fate of Tartu Prison is being discussed. The discussion centers instead on national economic policy, labor needs, and the creation of added value, rather than specific local interests.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding Problems at Tallinn Defense Forces Cemetery (no. 752)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The regional focus is distinctly national, centering on the Tallinn Defence Forces Cemetery as the central repository of national historical memory. This issue directly concerns Estonia's state dignity and historical continuity, standing in opposition to the actions of a foreign state (Russia) in the Estonian capital.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding Population Decline (No. 758)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on national and international issues (demography, immigration policy, the war in Ukraine, the European average). Regional examples (Viljandi, Tartu prison) are used merely to illustrate the consequences of the government's failed economic policy and the misplaced priority of job creation.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is national, addressing high-level events that took place on the territory of the Republic of Estonia, such as the visit of the President of Ukraine, and national supervision. There is no specific regional or local focus.
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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 focus is at the national level (Estonia's productivity and competitiveness) and on international comparison, highlighting the country's lag behind its neighbors and other OECD countries.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There isn't enough data.
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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 the national level, addressing the implementation of the country's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and the Rail Baltic project. Specific local or regional issues are not mentioned.
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2025-06-02
An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of scientific study and the quality of university education (no. 764)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is heavily on the national level, concentrating on the status of the Estonian language and the quality of higher education in Estonia, specifically at the University of Tartu and TalTech. International comparisons (such as the University of Helsinki and the CWTS Leiden Ranking) and examples from other countries (Moldova, Georgia) are used to evaluate the situation in Estonia and substantiate the criticism.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is clearly national, addressing the broader need of the Estonian labor market and Estonian society for balancing the educational structure. Specific regional issues are not addressed.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is strongly national and international, comparing Estonia's economy and migration policy with those of the EU, OECD, and neighboring countries (Latvia, Finland, Poland). Regional focus is absent, although specific Estonian companies (Magnetic MRO, the Neo magnet factory) and the Taiwanese economic model are used to illustrate policy failures.
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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 focus is exclusively national, centered on the general status of the Estonian education system and the execution of the long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035." There is no mention of specific regional problems or projects.
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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 focus is on national legislation and international comparison (Europe, Switzerland, Ireland). There is no specific regional emphasis.
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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 focus is on the national strategy ("Estonia 2035") and an international comparison with the European Union average and other Eastern European countries (Poland, Latvia, Hungary).
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2025-04-15
Draft law amending the Public Transport Act (578 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Insufficient data. The focus is on national legislation (Amendments to the Public Transport Act).
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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 focus is strictly national, centering on the quality of Estonian higher education and legal education, and the implementation of the country's long-term development strategy.
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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 focus is on national competitiveness and the impact of European Union regulations, but regional focus is lacking.
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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

Not enough data
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is international and comparative, using examples from various countries (Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Mongolia, Namibia, Botswana, Senegal) within the context of international democracy indices. There is no emphasis on Estonian domestic or regional issues.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily on the national level (Estonia's economic structure, demography, and national policy). It uses neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania) and more distant states (Taiwan, Singapore, the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary) for comparison, in order to illustrate economic and immigration policy choices.
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2025-03-17
An inquiry regarding the narrowing scope of Estonian as a language of science (no. 716)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly national, concentrating on the activities of Estonian public universities (especially the national university, the University of Tartu, and Tallinn University of Technology) and the execution of their administrative agreements. Regional or local topics are not covered.
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2025-03-17
An inquiry regarding the shrinking scope of Estonian language usage (no. 711)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strongly on the national level (the status of the Estonian language in Estonia) and international comparison (particularly Latvia's language policy and the proportions of immigration). Specific Estonian regions, such as Narva and Kohtla-Järve, are mentioned as examples of the Russian-speaking environment, and reference is made to doctors leaving for Finland.
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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 focus is clearly national, centering on the system of Estonian research and the status of national sciences in Estonia. Foreign experts are also mentioned, but the subject remains Estonia's domestic science policy.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The primary focus is heavily on the west coast of Saaremaa, where the establishment of a massive industrial zone threatens the local living environment and traditional ways of life. It is stressed that the project will impact local employment, the sustainability of small harbors, and historical continuity.
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Bank Tax (no. 673)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary focus is on Estonia's national tax policy and demographic situation. Strong emphasis is placed on negative external influence, specifically the dominance of foreign banks managed from Stockholm in the Estonian economy and decision-making processes. A comparison is also drawn, highlighting that Estonia is the only Baltic state that has not introduced a solidarity tax.
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2025-01-20
Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (addressing the Estonian birth crisis and the Constitution) and drawing upon international examples. To support these arguments, we highlight the successful family policy campaigns and measures implemented in Hungary, Poland, Italy, Croatia, and Georgia.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on Lääne-Virumaa (the Toolse deposit) and the interests of its residents, warning against the loss of homes and jobs. The speaker also introduces a personal experience from Ida-Virumaa regarding the negative consequences of oil shale mining.
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2024-12-09
Request for Information Regarding the Government Commission's Activities on Population Policy (No. 661)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing Estonia's total fertility rate and population policy as a whole.
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2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is directed towards the city of Tartu, highlighting the concerns and proposals expressed by the Deputy Mayor of Tartu regarding the draft bill's negative impact on the local system. This underscores the worries of local authorities concerning the implementation of the law.
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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

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the need to coordinate excise policy with Latvia to avoid border trade problems. In the context of social policy, broader reference is made to the practices of the Nordic and Baltic countries (Lithuania, Finland, Sweden, Denmark).
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 focus is at the national level, addressing the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and questions concerning electoral rights across all election tiers. Regional or local focus is not emphasized, with the exception of a reference to local elections within a broader context.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on national policy and nationwide abortion statistics, noting the absence of government-funded campaigns.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is international and comparative, utilizing OECD data to assess Estonia's economic indicators, alongside statistics on working hours from neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland) and Poland.
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2024-11-05
Draft law invalidating the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the impact of taxation on the development of the Estonian economy and the standard of living of the population. International comparative analysis with other countries is also mentioned.
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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 entirely international and at the European Union level, addressing the EU's competition with the USA and China, as well as the structural problems of the Eurozone. Local or national topics are absent.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national security and the rules governing the participation of Russian and Belarusian citizens in local elections.
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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 regional focus is on the economic policies of the Baltic states, specifically highlighting Lithuania as the first country to introduce a bank tax. Emphasis is placed on the sudden improvement in Lithuania's economic growth compared to Estonia, utilizing this regional comparison to argue in favor of the bank tax.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry regarding the provision of international protection to Ukrainian male citizens who are mobilization-eligible.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on international issues (the war in Ukraine, European Commission definitions) and domestic policy. A significant portion of the analysis concentrates on comparing the situation in Estonia with that of Latvia and Lithuania, specifically highlighting procedural differences in the application forms for protection seekers.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding the Confiscation of the Estonian Soldier Memorial (no 642)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The specific focus centers on the Lihula events and the seizure of the monument from private land. Additionally, parallels are drawn with monuments located in Latvia and Finland, viewed through the lens of national memory politics.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The focus remains at the national level, centered on the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" and issues of national identity. There is no mention of specific regions, local projects, or international themes.
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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 focus is on national economic policy and broad international comparison, utilizing data concerning the European Union, the OECD, and neighboring countries (Finland, Latvia, Lithuania). There is no emphasis on specific Estonian regions or local issues.
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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 focus is on Estonia's national economic and social situation, but comparisons are drawn with the context of other Baltic states, Finland, and wider Europe (OECD data, Romania, Bulgaria, Greece) to emphasize Estonia's relative deterioration.
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2024-06-10
Interpellation regarding the non-taxation of banks' extraordinary profits (No. 615)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker focuses on both the national economic environment and the international and regional context. He highlights Lithuania as the first Baltic state to introduce a bank tax, emphasizing Lithuania's better economic growth compared to Estonia.
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2024-06-10
Inquiry regarding Ukraine's Accession to the European Union (No. 613)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly international, centering on Ukraine’s future in the context of the European Union and its vulnerability to Russia. Local or national Estonian topics are not addressed.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

It focuses exclusively on national policy and fiscal matters, such as tax hikes and the ruling party's approval ratings. There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national legislation and international examples, especially the French law for securing the digital environment. France is highlighted as a free country where a technical solution has already been found.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (395 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic not to Recognize the Results of the Presidential Elections of the Russian Federation"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is international (Russia's elections) and national (the trustworthiness of Estonian e-elections). Regional or local topics are absent.
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The focus is at the national level, addressing the future of the Estonian economy and the nation-state. International comparison (the Baltic states, Finland) is utilized in the context of immigration ratios to emphasize the specific nature of Estonia's situation.
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2024-05-30
First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the European Parliament Election Act (lowering the voting and candidacy age) (414 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is national (covering the Estonian age of majority and voting rights) and international, utilizing comparative data from European countries (Belgium, Germany) and European social surveys. There is no specific concentration on local or regional issues within Estonia.
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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 focus is on national tax policy and international comparison, highlighting the example of Lithuania as a socio-economically similar country, specifically regarding the success of the bank tax and its positive impact on macroeconomic indicators.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the need for prenatal protection of the right to life of children (No. 554)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is national (Estonian abortion statistics) and international, as the proposed hypothesis links the increase in abortion rates to the arrival of Ukrainian women in Estonia. There is no specific local or regional focus.
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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 focus is on the national level (Estonian permanent residents, language exams) and the international level (external migration, third countries, Ukraine). There is a lack of attention paid to specific local or regional issues.
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2024-05-13
Inquiry Regarding the Alleged Vandalism of Andrei Shumakov's Car (No. 630)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national security and domestic policy, covering the activities of the Minister of the Interior of the Republic of Estonia and the Internal Security Service (Kaitsepolitseiamet). The subject matter also touches upon international relations and threats (a hybrid operation conducted by the Russian special services). Specific local or regional Estonian issues are not addressed.
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (Estonian citizenship policy and the situation following the restoration of independence) and international immigration flows from third countries, including Ukraine. There is no specific local or regional focus.
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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

Insufficient data.
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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 split between domestic issues (the crisis in the Estonian education system, funding for higher education) and international activities. Internationally, critical attention is paid to the minister's visits to dictatorial regimes, citing the United Arab Emirates as an example.
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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 focus is on national security ("Estonian security") and international issues, including threats related to the Russian Federation and East Slavic nations. A historical international parallel is used (the Soviet Union's invasion of Czechoslovakia).
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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.

Not enough data
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2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is purely national, concentrating on nationwide social statistics and government activity.
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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 focus is primarily on the national level (the Estonian electoral system) and international comparison, to demonstrate the exceptional nature of Estonian e-voting. Regarding regional issues, only Narva is mentioned, in connection with Katri Raik's claim about the computer serving as a "mobile ballot box."
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is primarily at the national level (the reputation and status of the Estonian language) and on international comparison (the practices of European countries). Regionally, the cities of Ida-Virumaa and Tallinn are mentioned as areas where compatriots of foreign origin are concentrated and where making the public space Estonian-language is critical.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Unified Estonian School (No. 544)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on Estonia's general immigration statistics and nationwide education policy (the unified Estonian-language school system). Regional or local topics are not addressed.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Need to Support Large Families (No. 339)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is placed on the national level (Estonia’s birth rate) and international comparisons (neighboring countries). Furthermore, a quote from a globally renowned feminist is utilized, broadening the topic to the global ideological plane.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning interference in the internal affairs of Hungary (No. 570)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is international, contrasting Hungary’s domestic regulation (referred to as "small regulation in a small country") with global human rights violations. It is also specifically pointed out that countries that implement the death penalty are found among the allies and friends of the United States.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is both international and national, centering on the post-war demographic situation in Ukraine and the impact of Estonian education policy. Specific Estonian schools are mentioned (Räägu School, VHK), along with historical examples from Germany (Geislingen Gymnasium) and Sweden (the Estonian schools in Stockholm and Gothenburg).
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-04-02
Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the activities and procedures of the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) related to public order and symbols. Specific references to the Päts monument and the bas-relief of the deportation organizer point to events that took place either in the capital or in nationally significant locations.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning men of mobilization age from Ukraine in Estonia (No. 619)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

It focuses on national border guard operations and international migration flows, particularly entry via the Russian border. There is no focus on specific Estonian regions or local issues.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is both domestic (Estonian demography, the threat of Russification, integration issues) and international. Comparisons are drawn with European Union and Asian countries (Finland, Latvia, Slovakia, Taiwan) to illustrate the failure of Estonia's migration policy.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national labor and immigration policy issues. There is no regional focus, but an international comparison (Finland) is used regarding the exploitation of seasonal labor.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The politician focuses on Estonia's demographic problems, but he places them within an international context. He compares the decline in Estonia's birth rate to that of its neighbors (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Finland, Sweden) and uses Hungary's demographic policy as an example, though he disputes the data associated with it. He also mentions Latvia in connection with alcohol excise duties and restrictions.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national value questions and international comparisons (referendums in European countries, communist history). There is no emphasis on local or regional topics.
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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 main focus is on national and international comparisons (Estonia vs EU, Latvia, Lithuania). Regionally, the lower health indicators of men in Ida-Virumaa are highlighted to illustrate the impact of foreign origin and integration problems on public health.
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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly international, centering on a specific legal proceeding in Ukraine (Dnipropetrovsk Oblast) that involves an Estonian NGO. Emphasis is placed on the role of Estonian institutions in ensuring international justice.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on Estonian population policy and improving the birth rate at the national level. Internationally, comparative data is used from neighboring countries with similar conditions (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland) and from OECD tables to demonstrate the exceptional deterioration of Estonia's situation.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus lies on an international comparison (Finland, Sweden, Latvia) and its impact on the Estonian economy as a whole, especially in the context of border trade. Emphasis is placed on the risk of Estonian producers losing market share.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 289 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The draft bill focuses specifically on the local government (KOV) level, stressing that this would be the initial step toward familiarizing the public with referenda. As a concrete example of a local issue, the author highlights the case of the Metsküla school, which could have been resolved if the option of a referendum had been available. To support this, the widespread practice of local-level referendums in various European countries is utilized.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation Concerning the Negative Impacts of the Motor Vehicle Tax on Families with Children (No. 602)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The strong regional focus is on rural areas and small towns, emphasizing their greater need for car use compared to major cities. It is also highlighted that birth rates are higher specifically in rural areas, which is why the tax encourages negative urbanization.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the national level (Estonia's demographic crisis) and on international comparison, particularly in the context of the European Union averages and neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland). There are no references to specific local or regional issues within Estonia.
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2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on local governance, specifically the work and language use of municipal councils. This is connected to the local-level consequences of national immigration policy.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Estonian Public Broadcasting Act (165 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, centering on the operations and impartiality of Estonian Public Broadcasting.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The discussion centers on the state of Estonian agriculture and its competitive conditions within the European Union. The speaker highlights the low level of direct payments received by the Baltic states (including Estonia) compared to the EU average.
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2024-02-21
Internal Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national domestic security policy and the international migration issue concerning Ukrainian war refugees. There is no specific local or regional focus.
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2024-02-21
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national policy (Estonian immigration policy) and the international level, comparing Estonian practices with those of Latvia and Lithuania, and addressing the issue of Ukrainian war refugees and mobilization conscripts.
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2024-02-19
Interpellation concerning Drug-Related Deaths (No. 496)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, analyzing the trends in the prevalence of HIV and drug use across Estonia as a whole, referencing the number of registered virus carriers in Estonia.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Study Allowances and Study Loans Act (288 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national strategic issues (Estonian birth rate, the education system) and international regulations (EU citizens, third-country nationals). There is no specific regional or local emphasis.
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2024-02-07
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Higher Education Act (291 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly national (Estonian higher education, labor market needs, promotion of the Estonian language and culture) and international (the impact of foreign students, student mobility, comparison with developed countries). There is no specific emphasis placed on local governments or regions within Estonia.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly at the national level (Estonia) and on international comparison (OECD countries, especially the Baltics and Nordic countries) regarding the volume of immigration. Local or regional topics are absent.
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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (179 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is nationwide, generally centering on the situation and income of the "Estonian worker," without mentioning specific regions or local issues.
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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 focus is strongly national, emphasizing the specific characteristics of the Estonian economy and the needs of society, which science should address. Separate emphasis is placed on the declining role of the Estonian language as a language of science, and the necessity of supporting the humanities and national studies.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the taxation of the populace through inflation (No. 317)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on Estonia's national economic situation, which is analyzed within an international context. Comparisons are drawn with Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland to demonstrate the relative inefficiency of Estonia's economic policy.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus on rural areas and small towns, stressing that in these regions, cars are absolutely essential for daily life. Warnings are issued that the current tax structure encourages urbanization and harms rural regions.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (198 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, dealing with income tax and the overall economic situation in the context of the crisis. Regional or local issues are not emphasized.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on both international and national issues, addressing the volume of international postal shipments and the increase in violations observed during customs supervision. Specifically, questions are being raised about the origins of illegal shipments, which clearly indicates an international focus.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the Estonian national level (Estonian public space, the Defence Forces Cemetery) and the international level, analyzing Russia’s influence operations and the context of the war in Ukraine. Specific Estonian locations, such as Tõnismägi and the Defence Forces Cemetery, are highlighted as sites containing symbols of occupation.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry concerning the misappropriation of "Slava Ukraini" funds and the related investigation (No. 578)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is at the national and international level concerning the misuse of funds collected to aid Ukraine. There is no emphasis on local or regional issues.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is at the national level, addressing the overall situation of internal security and crime in Estonia, and highlighting the concerns of the Estonian people regarding their property and personal safety.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is distinctly national, centering on the number of healthy life years lived by Estonian residents and its comparison with other European countries.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on the international level (the demographic situation in Ukraine) and the national level (the Estonian government's migration policy). Refugees who crossed the Latvian border are also mentioned, which points to a regional context.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker emphasizes their origin from a "multicultural region," utilizing this experience to criticize national education policy and bring practical problems to light. The focus is on regional specificities that impact the country's education system and integration efforts.
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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

Lack of data
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Value-Added Tax Act (196 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, addressing the decline and crisis of the Estonian economy. International historical examples (the US Federal Reserve) are used to support the argument.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Closure of Rural Schools (No. 406)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is a strong regional focus on preserving rural schools and on the demographics of rural areas. The speaker emphasizes that the birth rate in small towns and rural areas is significantly higher than in large cities, thereby protecting the regional education network.
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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 focus is strictly national, centering on the operations of the Estonian Public Broadcasting and the political balance at the national level.
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