By Agendas: Jaak Valge

Total Agendas: 117

Fully Profiled: 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 speaker demonstrates proficiency in state budget formulation, financial law, and auditing, citing the positions held by the Chancellor of Justice and the National Audit Office. Specific terminology is employed, such as "activity-based absurdity" and "constitutional framework," which indicates a profound knowledge of the budgetary process. This expertise underscores the critical need for budget clarity and impact assessment.
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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 speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of refugee protection categories, drawing a clear distinction between international protection and temporary protection. They utilize specific statistical data (e.g., the 65% share of international protection recipients) and rely on PPA data and information provided by the Riigikogu Analysis Department.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding security and infrastructure vulnerability, specifically referencing the Suwałki Gap as a potential choke point. He/She also possesses economic insight, distinguishing between formal GDP growth and actual improvements in the standard of living.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of international precedents for the outsourcing/renting out of prisons (Norway, Belgium, Denmark, El Salvador), while simultaneously emphasizing the unique nature of the situation in Tartu (a university town versus a peripheral area). He uses specific data regarding the labor shortage in the fields of law enforcement and national defense (nearly 300 police officers, 500 defense force personnel) and refers to the strained state of the Estonian healthcare system.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in matters of criminal procedure and filing a civil action, particularly concerning court costs and compensation for damages. Specific legal terms are used, such as "civil action," "criminal procedure," and "reversal of a transaction for bankruptcy proceedings." The expertise focuses on the procedures for compensating pecuniary damage.
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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

The expert assessment focuses on the area of population policy, concerning which the deputy is demanding an action plan. He/She references existing scientific analysis that demonstrates an understanding of the underlying policy formation documents. The deputy stresses the necessity of structured planning, requiring a description of the subsequent steps and a clear timeline.
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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.

The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge regarding the situation at the Tallinn Military Cemetery and the activities of the Russian Embassy there. He/She substantiates his/her claims by submitting concrete evidence (photographs), which indicates a thorough understanding of the circumstances and a persistent interest in the topic.
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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 speaker demonstrates a thorough understanding of immigration statistics (PPA data, family migration) and economic indicators. They utilize technical terminology such as productivity at constant prices and purchasing power parity, and cite specific sources (OECD, Tõetamm, Urmas Varblane’s presentation to the Riigikogu). Furthermore, they use census data to evaluate language proficiency levels and compare Estonia's migration pressure with that of other Baltic and Nordic countries.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in linking labor market dynamics with migration policy, drawing upon both Estonia’s prior experience and that of other nations. They employ a specific, data-driven methodology, requiring statistics on the citizenship distribution of the unemployed to verify their hypothesis. Furthermore, they mention having personally submitted a corresponding inquiry to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (Töötukassa).
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker demonstrates authority and detailed knowledge regarding the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (violations of the rules of procedure, returning interpellations) and migration statistics, presenting specific figures concerning immigrants and those who have passed the language exam. Furthermore, they possess specific knowledge of regional development projects (phosphorite studies in Lääne-Virumaa, the Saaremaa offshore wind farm) and their impacts.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in migration statistics and demographic data, citing specific figures from the Ministry of the Interior’s Border Guard and Migration Department (e.g., 11,971 men, a 30% share as of May 31). Comparative analysis of the proportions of protection granted in Latvia and Lithuania is also utilized to highlight the distinctiveness of Estonia’s policy.
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2025-06-18
Migration policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The speaker demonstrates expertise in macroeconomics, productivity, and labor policy. To support their arguments, they rely on academic authority, specifically citing Urmas Varblane, the Chairman of the Council of the Bank of Estonia. They also reference specific immigration regulations, such as the restriction requiring a salary 1.5 times the average wage.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the infrastructure of the justice sector (prison) and the needs of the labor market, highlighting staffing shortages within the police and defense forces. Authoritative sources are cited to support the economic arguments, such as academician and Chairman of the Council of the Bank of Estonia Urmas Varblane, who emphasizes the necessity of creating jobs with higher added value. Specific figures are utilized (400 new jobs versus a shortage of 300 police officers and 500 defense force personnel).
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding Problems at Tallinn Defense Forces Cemetery (no. 752)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise regarding the history and specific issues of the Tallinn Defence Forces Cemetery, referencing Sector B3, the disproportionate size of the cenotaphs, and the burial periods (1945–1953). They use specific terminology such as "cenotaph" and "politruk" and are highly familiar with the cemetery's restoration and maintenance process. This expertise also includes knowledge concerning the burial sites of Soviet military personnel and the improper placement of their markers.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding Population Decline (No. 758)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of demography and economics, utilizing statistical comparisons (the immigration quota versus actual immigration) and historical birth rate data. He stresses the necessity of developing rational policy frameworks and sharply criticizes the government's selective use of data (regarding family benefits and Magnetic MRO). To substantiate his positions, he relies on the authority of academic Professor Urmas Varblas and the Chairman of the Council of the Bank of Estonia.
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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 speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of specific procedures and dates, referencing the May 13 meeting of the Legal Affairs Committee and the Constitutional Committee. The expertise is focused on the legal basis and practical application issues of state surveillance technologies (number plate and facial recognition). He/She uses specific quotes from Kristi Mäe, Deputy Director General of the PPA, to support his/her argument.
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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 speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of economic statistics, utilizing technical terminology (hourly labor productivity, constant prices, purchasing power parity) and referencing OECD data. Particular emphasis is placed on the analysis of the international competitiveness ranking and the decline in productivity, comparing Estonia with Latvia, Lithuania, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic.
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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

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the institutions overseeing political party financing (ERJK and the National Audit Office) and the principles of self-regulation. This expertise focuses on institutional design and the evaluation of the fairness of their decisions.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the conceptual definition of politics and democratic governance, challenging the minister's understanding of the nature of politics. Expertise concerning the specific infrastructure sector is limited to the mention of Rail Baltic, emphasizing the project's social acceptability. No technical terms, data, or statistics are utilized.
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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 speaker demonstrates comprehensive expertise in the fields of higher education and language policy, highlighting specific statistical data regarding the number of doctoral students, the proportion of foreign-language curricula, and net migration figures. Technical terminology is employed, and specific rankings (CWTS Leiden Ranking) and clauses of administrative agreements are referenced to substantiate the claims. This expertise is further supported by referencing the views of language experts (Martin Ehala, Peeter Päll) concerning the necessity of the practical application of academic language.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the links between the education structure and labor market needs, employing specific terminology (e.g., vocational education, professional higher education). They emphasize that the current low share of vocational education does not meet the demands of the Estonian labor market.
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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 presenter exhibits deep expertise in macroeconomics and migration statistics, referencing current data from the OECD, Statistics Estonia, and the EU. They employ technical terminology such as purchasing power parity, factors of production, and net migration, and criticize the methodology used in OSKA reports. This expertise is focused on analyzing the relationship between the economy and migration, highlighting the decline in productivity.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in assessing the effectiveness of the education system, referencing the specific monitoring tool "Tõetamm" and its results. Detailed data is utilized concerning the decline in student performance levels in reading, mathematics, and natural sciences. The speaker is also knowledgeable about the comparison of education expenditures against the European Union average.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the organization and legislation of referendums, citing the experiences of Switzerland and Ireland regarding the provision of balanced information. They are also knowledgeable about Estonia's historical position on referendums during the interwar period and the practice of European energy referendums. The low quality of the energy debate is identified, and a referendum is proposed as a solution to elevate the level of discussion.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the country's long-term strategy "Eesti 2035" and key economic indicators. Specific statistical data is utilized regarding labor productivity (a decline from 84% to 78%) and international competitiveness (a drop from 22nd to 33rd place).
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2025-04-15
Draft law amending the Public Transport Act (578 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The expertise is evident in the knowledge of the legislative procedure and the role of the Economic Affairs Committee regarding the draft Public Transport Act. The speaker is familiar with the procedural aspects (amending the draft, voting it down). There are no references to specific data or technical terminology.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the quality of legal education and the content of curricula, citing deficiencies that hinder the acquisition of necessary knowledge. To support their position, they use an authoritative source, quoting the Chancellor of Justice, which lends weight to their claims.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the selection criteria for corporate governing bodies, utilizing statistical data and social science concepts in their argumentation. Reference is made to the breadth of the normal distribution of men's IQ and the higher percentage of men found among both top executives and inmates, in order to challenge the necessity of artificially achieving gender balance.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise on the topic of citizenship and voting rights, citing discussions held in the commission and the views of experts. Specifically, emphasis is placed on the experts' assessment regarding the similarity of attitudes between Russian nationals and persons with undetermined citizenship. This knowledge is used to challenge the logic of the opposition's positions.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of comparative political systems and governance metrics, referencing specific indices such as the Polity system and the Freedom House Index. He/She uses data-driven examples and country comparisons (Hungary, Mongolia, Namibia) to illustrate various definitions of democracy.
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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

Demonstrates profound expertise regarding the links between immigration and the economy, utilizing OECD data concerning labor productivity and the proportion of immigrants. The focus is on how economic innovation is hampered by the availability of cheap labor, drawing comparisons with the examples of Taiwan and Singapore. Technical terms used include "total fertility rate" and "purchasing power parity."
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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 speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in the fields of higher education policy, language rights, and research statistics. Detailed data is utilized regarding the linguistic distribution of doctoral theses (e.g., 7% of doctoral theses were in Estonian in 2024) and the number of students; university rankings are also referenced. Particular emphasis is placed on the stipulations of administrative agreements (University of Tartu, TalTech) and the supervision of their implementation.
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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

High expertise is demonstrated in the analysis of migration data, language learning statistics, and the results of integration monitoring. Detailed official figures are used to compare the ratios of immigrants and those who have passed language exams (e.g., 4.2 times fewer exams than immigrants), and a comparative method is applied concerning Latvia's language policy. Sociological concepts such as the level of self-esteem and causal relationships are mentioned.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the structural problems within the research and development (R&D) system. He/She employs technical terminology and cites assessments from both domestic and foreign experts, emphasizing the inadequacy of research activities for Estonia's needs and the low level of private sector investment.
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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 speaker demonstrates detailed technical expertise regarding offshore wind farms, correcting the figures presented in the inquiry and differentiating between nominal capacity (7000 MW) and total capacity. Comparisons are drawn with the world's largest parks (Baltic Eagle, Hornsea 1, 2), emphasizing the exceptional height of the planned turbines (up to 350 meters) and their close proximity to the coastline (11 kilometers). It is stressed that the effects of vibration and infrasound generated by these giant turbines have been insufficiently researched, which is why Estonia should not serve as a "laboratory."
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2025-02-10
Inquiry Regarding Bank Tax (no. 673)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The speaker presents themselves as an economic historian, demonstrating authority on the topic of changes in economic processes and financial transactions. Specific statistical data regarding banks' net profit (940 million and 1.1 billion euros) and the birth rate is utilized to support the argument for the necessity of changing tax policy. Reference is also made to specific Swedbank executives and the years 2007–2019 in the context of their suspicious transactions.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of demography and social statistics, citing demographer Mark Gortfelder’s research on the gap between the desired and actual number of children. Reference is also made to studies that link the natural family structure to better mental health outcomes for children, specifically mentioning indicators such as the prevalence rates of depression. Furthermore, the speaker possesses knowledge of population policy measures implemented in other European countries (Hungary, Poland, Italy, Croatia, Georgia).
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates a strong understanding of the regulations set forth in the Earth's Crust Act, accurately differentiating between general geological surveying and geological exploration for mineral resources (Section 4). He/She employs technical terminology, such as "rare earth elements," "concession mechanisms," and "sulfuric acid processing," and critically analyzes the legal grounds for the permit application.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of demography, employing technical terminology such as the "total fertility rate" and presenting specific historical and current data (e.g., the 1998 figure of 1.28). They use statistics to refute the minister’s previous argument (the decline in the number of women of childbearing age), demonstrating a strong grasp of the topic.
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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 speakers demonstrate expertise in legislative procedures (establishing language requirements, the coordination table) and in the quality requirements for early childhood education. Specifically, data and references to an extensive Finnish study are used to justify the necessity of limiting the proportion of non-native speaking children in groups (to below 10–20%). Furthermore, the connections between the level of language proficiency and the acquisition of identity are highlighted.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of alcohol policy, differentiating between excise tax hikes and restrictions on sales hours as methods for reducing consumption. This expertise is evident in their familiarity with the regulatory practices of neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, the Nordic countries) and their ability to highlight these examples.
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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 politician demonstrates a strong grasp of the procedures for constitutional amendment and the competing draft legislation (527 SE, 536 SE). He references the history of integration policy, citing earlier works by Marju Lauristin and Raivo Vetik to highlight the failure of previous optimistic forecasts. He has sufficient command of the subject matter to pose specific questions regarding legislative strategy and the merging of the draft bills.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in constitutional amendment procedures, referencing the third reading, the voting requirements for urgent amendments, and the possibility of a national referendum. This expertise is focused on the legal and procedural framework, particularly the links between suffrage and citizenship.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of abortion statistics, citing specific figures for the number of elective abortions performed in 2021, 2022, and 2023. They employ analytical terminology like "stagnation" and "downward trend" to dispute the government's official data.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in international labor statistics, specifically referencing the OECD's 2022 data concerning working hours and labor productivity. Technical terminology like "labor productivity" is employed, and detailed comparisons are provided with neighboring countries (Poland, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania).
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in economic policy and taxation, highlighting the detrimental impact of taxes on economic development. To substantiate his claims, he draws upon the opinions of economists and comparative analysis of other similarly situated countries.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in macroeconomics and international competitiveness, particularly concerning the economic structure of the European Union. To support their positions, they cite the opinions of "many economists" regarding the negative impact of the Eurozone.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of internal security, voting rights, and citizenship policy. Specifically, emphasis is placed on the impact of suffrage for Russian and Belarusian citizens, and the consequences that restricting religious freedoms has on political mobilization.
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2024-10-22
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government regarding the introduction of a temporary solidarity tax on the banking sector" (487 OE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the history and international practice of banking sector taxation, highlighting a specific example from Great Britain in 1980. Lithuania's economic environment and the introduction of its bank tax are also utilized as comparative material to support their arguments. This expertise is used to challenge the ideological consistency of political opponents.
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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 speaker exhibits in-depth knowledge of the legal definitions and statistics concerning international and temporary protection. Specific figures and percentages are utilized (e.g., 70% of international protection recipients are men of mobilization age), and official sources are cited (definitions provided by the European Commission and the PPA [Police and Border Guard Board]). The data collection relied on assistance from the Legal and Analysis Department of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament).
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the actions of the leadership of the Republic of Estonia in 1944 and during the Soviet occupation, citing specific historical quotations from Jüri Uluots and August Rei. In their argumentation, they also rely on previous semiotic expertise, which failed to identify Nazi symbolism on the memorial. The second speaker demonstrates awareness of the practices concerning memorials in Latvia and Finland.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the country's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and its corresponding metrics, citing the Minister of the Interior's report. They utilize precise statistical data (target levels and actual outcomes in percentages) regarding the proportion of carriers of national identity among Estonians and non-Estonians. Their expertise is focused on policy evaluation and questioning the validity and flaws of the metrics used.
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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 speaker demonstrates strong expertise in macroeconomics and comparative statistics, utilizing comprehensive data from the OECD and the European Central Bank. They reference and calculate indicators for GDP per capita (based on Purchasing Power Parity), labor productivity, and net wealth inequality. The analysis is detailed, comparing Estonia, in percentage terms, to Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, and the European Union average.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in economic and immigration statistics, utilizing comparative data and technical terminology. References are made to recent OECD data, migration ratios compared to Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland, and specific economic indicators, such as labor productivity and the number of unemployed (50,000). The decline in productivity since 2021 is treated as a fact requiring political diagnosis.
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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 demonstrates expertise in financial history and tax measures, citing, for instance, the UK's retroactive solidarity tax implemented during Margaret Thatcher's era. He/She differentiates between the sources of bank profits (traditional risk-taking versus unique circumstances) and employs international and regional comparisons to bolster his/her argument.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge in the fields of demography and macroeconomics, utilizing terms such as "free movement of labor" and "demographic collapse." He relies on future projections and stresses that Ukraine is becoming economically and demographically vulnerable, referencing the necessity of being a "top demographer" to make these forecasts. The focus is on long-term structural consequences.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Demonstrates knowledge of tax policy and the planning of state budget revenues, specifically drawing a comparison between the potential yield of the motor vehicle tax and the banking solidarity tax. Employs specific terminology such as "solidarity tax" and "tax hump." Also shows awareness of the drop in the Reform Party's approval ratings.
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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 presenters demonstrate expertise in the field of international digital regulation, specifically referencing France's SREN law, adopted on April 10, 2024. This knowledge is utilized to prove the existence of technical solutions for regulating cross-border sites. They affirm that technical solutions are available, even if someone claims otherwise.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of election procedures and political rhetoric on the international stage. The expertise involves assessing political continuity and credibility, drawing a parallel between Estonia's e-elections and Russia's authoritarian electronic voting.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of immigration statistics and economic theory, presenting specific data on the number of immigrants from third countries (87,000 over the last seven years) and providing comparisons with other Baltic states and Finland. Specific emphasis is placed on the decline in productivity and the necessity of directing foreign capital towards knowledge-intensive sectors, rather than relying on cheap labor. Technical terms such as "innovation crisis" and "high value-added" are utilized.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of social and political sciences, referencing European social survey data regarding the rising age of adulthood and the volatility of polling figures published by the Institute of Societal Studies. They emphasize the necessity of involving genuine experts—such as political scientists, biologists, and demographers—in the legislative process. Expertise is utilized to establish historical context, noting that the age of 18 has been the voting age threshold in countries of European origin for the past hundred years.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of tax policy and macroeconomics, utilizing technical terms such as "tax hump" and "solidarity tax." This expertise is bolstered by presenting the example of a specific comparison country (Lithuania) and relevant financial data, citing the half a billion euros collected and Lithuania’s superior 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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of demographic data, specifically referencing a 17% increase per 100 live births in 2022. A hypothesis regarding population behavior is also presented, linking the rise in abortion rates to the arrival of Ukrainian women and their distinct reproductive behavior. The discussion of the topic relies on statistics and international comparison.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in migration policy and statistics, citing specific data from Statistics Estonia regarding external migration. In particular, the presentation distinguishes between the migration of EU citizens and third-country nationals, and introduces the number of people who have passed the Estonian language proficiency exam as a point of comparison for the inflow. Concrete figures (18,000, 13,000, 4,000) are utilized to support the arguments.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the details of a specific inquiry (dates, individuals, car ownership) and the contents of the Security Police Board’s annual report, pointing out contradictions in official statements. Furthermore, he exhibits a historian’s expertise by referencing the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) rules of procedure from 1921 and the official titles used at that time. He employs factual claims (for example, that Shumakov does not possess a driver’s license) to undermine the official narrative.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in immigration statistics and residence permit regulations, citing specific figures (50,000 immigrants between 2017 and 2021; a total of 70,000 potential new residents). They emphasize that the existing study fails to provide a clear picture because it does not account for recent immigrants, and they reference the five-year period required to obtain permanent residency and citizenship.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the historical dynamics of trust in e-voting, citing specific years and the percentage results from Skytte Institute surveys. They use statistical data (e.g., 65% in 2005 versus 59% in 2023) to support their arguments. Furthermore, they possess knowledge concerning the system's security vulnerabilities, specifically mentioning the potential for results falsification.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in higher education funding and the need for reforms. Specific data is used, referencing OECD calculations regarding the private sector contribution and the low wage premium derived from higher education in Estonia. The speaker also highlights the fact that Estonia has more than twice the number of unskilled workers with higher education compared to the European Union average.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of church-state relations in totalitarian regimes, citing as an example the position taken by the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church (EELK) regarding the 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia. Emphasis is placed on rational thought and the prioritization of security threats, appealing to the presenter’s master’s degree as a guarantee of rationality.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of economic analysis, focusing specifically on calculating inflation (CPI) and the real growth of pensions. The argument is backed up by concrete figures and the use of a consumer price index calculator, citing precise percentages (a 41% and 44% rise in the CPI). The speaker advises the minister and their advisors to always consider real prices, which underscores the need for rigorous application of expert knowledge.
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2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of social statistics, particularly concerning the measurement and analysis of abortion rates. They stress that the data should be analyzed as a ratio per 100 live births, rather than in absolute numbers, and provide precise percentage growth figures (17%) when comparing 2021 and 2022.
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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 speaker demonstrates a thorough understanding of the technical and legal deficiencies of e-voting, focusing specifically on issues related to ensuring secrecy, verifiability, and source code compliance. A comparative international context is employed, referencing the practices of France, Switzerland, and Russia, alongside trust statistics (Norstat, Skytte Institute). Furthermore, experts (Martin Ehala) and colleagues (Katri Raik) are cited to support the arguments.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of language policy and demographic statistics, utilizing specific data from census table RLV 4.4.4. They highlight detailed statistical comparisons concerning the slow pace of growth in Estonian language proficiency and the ratios between immigration figures and the number of individuals passing proficiency exams. Furthermore, they have researched the language options available on the websites of government institutions in neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland) and other nations (Moldova, Belarus, Armenia).
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Unified Estonian School (No. 544)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates expertise in migration statistics, specifically referencing the Statistics Estonia table RVR08. They present precise calculations regarding the volume of immigration between 2017 and 2022, highlighting 106,246 individuals and an average annual immigration of 12,400 individuals in a so-called "normal year" (excluding Ukrainians and return migration).
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2024-04-08
Interpellation Regarding the Need to Support Large Families (No. 339)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates awareness of birth rate statistics by comparing Estonia to its neighboring countries and emphasizing the exceptional speed of the decline in the Estonian rate. This expertise is further evidenced by the use of a quote from the well-known feminist Laurie Penny to discuss the relationship between reproductive labor and the economic system, showcasing knowledge of socio-economic theories.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of Hungary's social regulations concerning propaganda related to homosexuality and gender ideology, and is familiar with the situation of sexual minorities in other countries where they face the death penalty. He/She draws a specific distinction between the personal freedoms of sexual minorities and the prohibition of ideological propaganda.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in education policy, historical refugee education models (Estonian refugees in Germany and Sweden), and demography. Specific data is used regarding the registration of Ukrainian students (9,130 students), and reference is made to demographers' analyses concerning the compounding of the birth rate and demographic catastrophe. Detailed justifications are presented as to why language immersion does not work, based on the students' lack of language proficiency.
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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

The speaker demonstrates knowledge in using specific terminology related to lawmaking and the justice sector (e.g., internal supervision, the prosecutor's office). The assessment focuses more on inquiring into procedural solutions and implementation methods (instruments) rather than the substantive presentation of 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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of specific police proceedings and the lack thereof concerning the public display of the Estonian SSR flag in various locations. The analysis involves a detailed comparison of the Police and Border Guard Board's (PPA) actions (the Päts monument versus the bas-relief of the deporter) and highlights the resulting procedural inconsistency. They are capable of citing specific instances where proceedings were either launched or dismissed.
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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

The speaker demonstrates expertise in migration policy and border control data, citing precise statistical indicators regarding the entry of Ukrainian citizens into Estonia at the beginning of 2024, including the percentage breakdown of men of mobilization age. They are also familiar with the existence of Ukrainian border crossing certificates and the procedural rules for chairing a Riigikogu session.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topics of immigration, demography, and economic structure, utilizing detailed statistical comparisons (net migration, proportions relative to neighboring countries). He/She draws upon historical analyses (the objectives of Russification, demographic turning points) and proposes alternative solutions (healthy life years, labor productivity). Furthermore, the speaker shows knowledge of parliamentary procedure and history (allowing interjections).
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of labor economics and structural issues, employing specific terminology such as "fossilization of the labor structure" and "low/high added value sectors." They are also up to date on international developments, referencing the Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs' decision regarding berry pickers.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in demography, utilizing specific indicators such as the total fertility rate and the number of births across various historical periods (starting from 1919). They rely on statistical data (for example, rankings of healthy life years, Hungarian statistics) and reference the work of population scientists to substantiate their claims regarding the connections between population and alcohol policy.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the historical changes in Soviet Union and German communist politics concerning family and homosexuality, citing examples of Alexandra Kollontai's positions. Specific data is also presented regarding the number of referendums held in European countries (e.g., Ireland, Switzerland) on the topic of so-called same-sex marriages, referencing the practices of 14 countries.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in public health statistics, citing specific data on healthy life years (56.5 years, second to last in Europe) and emphasizing the necessity of comparative analysis (e.g., with Latvia and Lithuania). Methodological rigor is stressed, demanding an in-depth analysis and evaluation of processes within the context of other countries, rather than merely "looking in the mirror." The issue of the outflow of medical professionals and its economic impact is also addressed.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the context of a specific international legal case (the trial of Oleksandr Chernov in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast) and the abuses committed by the NGO Slava Ukraini. Emphasis is placed on the legal and ethical aspects related to corruption and whistleblower protection. The knowledge is detail-oriented, referencing a specific individual and location.
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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 speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of demography, citing specific studies and demographic indicators (such as the total fertility rate). They use data to compare neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland) and explain how the parental benefit system and the rising cost of living affect birth rates. Academic sources like Mark Gortfelder and Allan Puur, along with the Estonian demography blog, are referenced.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of international price levels and income comparisons across European countries (Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Latvia). He relies on economic experts' forecasts regarding price increases and employs specific economic terminology such as loss of market share and border trade.
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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 speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the mechanisms of direct democracy, presenting detailed thresholds and conditions within the draft bill (e.g., 10% for initiation, 30% participation required for binding effect). They utilize extensive international comparisons (Switzerland, Slovenia, Latvia, Lithuania, Germany, Denmark, etc.) and refer to the shifting viewpoints of the authors of the Estonian constitution (Jüri Raidla, Jüri Adams). Furthermore, the speaker possesses historical expertise, drawing on examples from the events of 1934 and the economic crisis of the 1930s.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of the socio-economic impact of the car tax, particularly in relation to geographical location and family size. Arguments are employed based on fundamental necessities (the greater need for cars in rural areas) and demographic trends (birth rates in rural regions). A specific analysis of the tax's effect on the birth rate is called for.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker demonstrates strong expertise in the fields of demography and history, identifying himself or herself as a historian. He/She utilizes detailed statistical indicators (e.g., total fertility rate, net migration, healthy life years) and comparative data dating back to the 1980s. To support the data, official sources such as Statistics Estonia, the Ministry of Social Affairs, and the CIA World Factbook are referenced.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in migration statistics, correcting the immigration figures (10,000 to 15,000 per year, not counting Ukrainian refugees) and distinguishing them from the net migration balance. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about the working language issues facing local councils and the ineffectiveness of the measures implemented to date.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in studies concerning media balance, referencing specific data and statistics. He/She quotes exact percentages (20% national-conservative, 80% left-liberal bias) and links the study to the context preceding the 2020 marriage referendum. The expertise lies in the ability to utilize specific data to support one's position and challenge the claims made by the opposing side.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding both the comparative levels of European Union agricultural subsidies and VAT, citing a specific data point (75% of the EU average), and knowledge of the Riigikogu's Rules of Procedure and historical parliamentary practices. He/She specifically refers to Section 66 (§ 66) of the Rules of Procedure and compares the Estonian practice with the Parliament of England and the historical Estonian parliament.
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2024-02-21
Internal Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the legal nuances of migration policy, highlighting the distinction between temporary and international protection. They base their arguments on specific statistical data obtained from the Ministry of the Interior, citing the figures 4,000 and 11,000. The analysis focuses on the accuracy of the data and the precision of the legal definitions.
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2024-02-21
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise regarding immigration and international protection, clearly differentiating between temporary and international protection statuses. This expertise is bolstered by the use of specific figures and statistics (for example, 73% of those granted international protection are men of mobilization age) and references to the control mechanisms employed by other countries (Latvia, Lithuania). Particular emphasis is placed on the scale of the quota overrun, which is roughly tenfold.
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2024-02-19
Interpellation concerning Drug-Related Deaths (No. 496)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of public health statistics and epidemiology, highlighting specific data regarding HIV incidence trends since 2001. He/She emphasizes the link between the spread of hard narcotics and the transmission of the virus via syringes, and uses statistics (a 1.5 to 2-fold increase) as the foundation for his/her question.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding student loan systems and demographic impacts, relying on calculations consulted with demographers. They use specific financial metrics (e.g., 8,200 euros, a cost of 28.3 million euros) and refer to previous legislation (the law that was in effect until 2009). Furthermore, they incorporate personal teaching experience to justify the necessity for students to focus on their studies instead of working.
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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 speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of higher education policy and legislation, citing specific legal provisions (Section 26, Subsection 4 of the Language Act) and statistics (e.g., Haridussilm data concerning language instruction for doctoral students). The arguments are further supported by citing academic authorities (Jaak Aaviksoo, Martin Ehala). Funding issues related to national sciences are highlighted separately, specifically the underfunding of monographs within the research information system.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker shows considerable expertise in analyzing the statistics and volume of immigration, making extensive use of OECD data and detailed comparisons with other European countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Luxembourg). The presentation highlights the proportion of foreign-born residents, net migration, and population growth percentages to demonstrate the exceptionally high volume of immigration in Estonia. Data concerning language acquisition and integration capacity are also presented.
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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

Insufficient data available. The presentation is too brief and focuses on introducing the objective rather than providing details, making it impossible to assess the depth of knowledge or the appropriate use of technical terminology.
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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 speaker demonstrates profound expertise in R&D funding, labor productivity analysis, and academic evaluation criteria. Specific economic data (GDP ratio, comparison with Latvia) are utilized, and references are made to science policy documents, such as the Leiden Manifesto. Separate emphasis is placed on knowledge concerning the internal evaluation mechanisms of the Estonian Research Council (ETAg) and the linguistic distribution of doctoral theses.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomic comparison and statistical analysis, utilizing Eurostat data to analyze inflation rates. The importance of comparative data is emphasized, highlighting the differences between Estonia and neighboring countries with similar economic conditions (Latvia, Lithuania), as well as Finland.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The expert assessment focuses on the socio-demographic consequences of tax policy, particularly in relation to fertility and urbanization trends. The speaker stresses the need to analyze the impact of the car tax on rural areas and families, referring to this as a "crucial" aspect.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in explaining macroeconomic linkages, detailing the direct impact of income tax reduction on consumption and economic stimulation. Technical terms such as "income tax rate" and "consumption" are used, but specific data or statistics are lacking.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of customs control and logistics, using terminology such as "confiscated goods" and "correlation with parcel shipments." He/She demands the submission of statistical data concerning the increase in violations and their places of origin, citing the need to analyze this data in connection with the overall rise in crime.
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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

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the legal specifics of the Riigikogu’s procedural rules and the amendments to the Prosecutor’s Office Act. They are capable of quoting Minister of Justice Kalle Laanet’s specific opinion on the delineation between criminal and disciplinary proceedings, which suggests a thorough immersion in the legal material.
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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 speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the history and ideological significance of the Soviet monumental landscape, referencing specific events (the 1940 occupation, the 1946 demolition) and the viewpoints of art historians (Katrin Kivimaa). Sociological data is used to illustrate the wide gulf in attitudes between Estonians and non-Estonians concerning Soviet-era monuments. Reference is also made to the work of the Government Office task force on the removal of occupation symbols.
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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 scope of expertise is limited to an awareness of the ongoing political scandal, which is connected to parliamentary query No. 578 and the Johanna-Maria Lehtme case. The speaker will not be using data, statistics, or deeper explanations regarding the legal or financial sides of the topic.
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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.

It provides knowledge regarding crime statistics, utilizing private sector sources to counterbalance official data. It specifically references data from Ergo Insurance and Viking Security to prove a sharp increase in the frequency of thefts and the stealing of essential necessities in 2023.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The presenter demonstrates expertise in public health and demographic data, highlighting Estonia's low number of healthy life years compared to the rest of Europe. Specific statistical comparisons are utilized (second to last or third from the bottom), and the potential economic benefit (40,000 working individuals) is calculated.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker demonstrates awareness of refugee statistics, citing SITKE data (87,000 declared remainers) and differentiating between various modes of entry (those who crossed the Latvian border versus those granted temporary protection). To validate this expertise, the speaker utilizes Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's statement regarding the threat of demographic catastrophe.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of education and language immersion, using specific statistical proportions (10%, 20%, nearly half) to evaluate the model's performance. This expertise is grounded in the claim that they originate from a multicultural region and have a clear understanding of the practical situation and the associated tensions. They emphasize that if certain thresholds are exceeded, the quality of Estonian-language instruction will suffer.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legislative procedure, referencing events two years prior and citing the standard arguments employed within the committees of the ministries (the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Social Affairs). The subject expertise pertains to amendments to the Vital Statistics Registration Act and the suspected ideological opposition to favoring home birth.
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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 speaker demonstrates knowledge of economic history and macroeconomic principles, referencing the 1929–1933 crisis, the actions of the Federal Reserve, and devaluation. They emphasize the consensus among economists regarding crisis-era recovery policies, using terms such as "tightening the money supply" and "opening up trade."
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Closure of Rural Schools (No. 406)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker demonstrates awareness of demographic data, pointing out that the birth rate in rural areas and small towns is even 10–20% higher than in major cities. He/She employs technical terminology such as "optimization of the school network" and "population policy," stressing the necessity for a standardized formula in ministry decisions.
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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 demonstrates knowledge of media balance and research, specifically citing a 2021 private company study on ERR's political impartiality. The expertise lies in using this data to underscore the lack of political balance and calling for concrete procedural steps.
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