Helir-Valdor Seeder, the leader of the Isamaa party faction in Estonia's parliament, has advocated for a complete overhaul of the electoral law governing the Riigikogu elections. He argues that the current legislation, which dates back to the early 1990s, was originally designed to consolidate a fragmented political landscape consisting of dozens of parties. Given the significant change in Estonia's political landscape over 35 years, with only five or six parties typically represented, Seeder believes the law should reflect this evolution and allow for a more equitable distribution of votes.

Currently, compensation mandates in the Riigikogu elections are allocated through a modified D'Hondt method, which favors larger parties at the expense of smaller ones. Seeder criticizes this system as unfair, especially in a more consolidated political environment. He suggests that instead of indirectly trying to support smaller parties through funding adjustments, a direct amendment to the electoral law would be a more effective way to ensure that votes for smaller parties are more relevant and impactful in determining parliamentary representation.

The proposed changes would not only benefit smaller parties but could also lead to a more representative and democratic political framework in Estonia. As the political context has shifted significantly since the law was first enacted, reforming the electoral system could improve voter trust and engagement in the political process, reflecting the current dynamics of Estonian society and governance more accurately.