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Parliament adopted its position on the proposed regulation establishing a digital euro, a central bank digital currency for retail payments by consumers and businesses. The digital euro would complement cash, support financial inclusion, and reduce reliance on non-European payment providers. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Fernando Navarrete Rojas · 1st reading · voted 13:19 · A-10-2026-0185 · 2023/0212

New laws · 2nd reading · 28 ballots · voted 13:21

New laws · committee report · 1st reading · 2 ballots · A-10-2026-0192 · 2025/0385

The proposal sets rules for payment service providers in EU countries that do not use the euro to offer digital euro services, amending a 2021 regulation. Parliament adopted its position on the law, supporting the proposal with amendments to ensure uniform distribution and supervision across the Union. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · committee report · 1st reading · A-10-2026-0183 · 2023/0211

New laws · 2nd reading · voted 13:29

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law updating the coordination of social security systems for people moving within Europe. The law aims to make it easier for citizens to keep their social security rights when moving between member states, including changes to unemployment benefits, long-term care, and posted workers. Parliament also asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it makes substantial changes to its proposal.

New laws · report by Gabriele Bischoff · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:33 · A-8-2018-0386 · 2016/0397

Parliament adopted its position on a law updating EU rules on air passenger rights, covering compensation for delays, cancellations, and denied boarding, as well as hand baggage and assistance for disabled passengers. The law maintains the existing three-hour delay threshold and compensation amounts of 250, 400, and 600 euros, and introduces a non-exhaustive list of extraordinary circumstances. It also requires airlines to inform passengers digitally of their rights, allows children under 14 to sit next to parents for free, and bans fees for printed boarding passes. The text now goes to the Council for approval before becoming law.

New laws · report by Andrey Novakov · 3rd reading · voted 13:33 · A-10-2026-0191 · 2013/0072

New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:34

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law that would empower Austria to amend its bilateral road transport agreement with Switzerland to allow cabotage operations for coach and bus services in their border regions. The authorisation is limited to specific Austrian border districts and requires no discrimination between EU carriers and no distortion of competition. Parliament supports the proposal to improve cross-border public transport links and provide more choice for people living and working on both sides of the border.

New laws · report by Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi · 1st reading · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0174 · 2025/0407

Budget · report by Andrzej Halicki · 12 ballots · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0180 · 2026/0090

The European Parliament approved the mobilisation of EUR 210,000 from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for technical assistance at the initiative of the Commission. This spending will finance administrative and technical measures, including meetings of the Expert Group of Contact Persons, a seminar, and updates to the fund's online presence. Parliament also calls on the Commission to simplify application procedures and raise awareness of the fund, particularly in member states with low uptake.

Budget · report by Lucia Yar · voted 13:36 · A-10-2026-0179 · 2026/0126

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Union Solidarity Fund to help Romania, Cyprus and Spain recover from natural disasters in 2025. The decision releases financial assistance for flood damage in Romania and wildfire damage in Cyprus and Spain. Parliament also calls for faster procedures and more investment in climate prevention.

Budget · report by Bogdan Rzońca · 2 ballots · voted 13:37 · A-10-2026-0178 · 2026/0120

Agenda · voted 18:16

Agenda · voted 18:18

New laws · 1st reading · voted 13:14

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting circularity requirements for vehicle design and managing end-of-life vehicles. The law aims to support the automotive sector's shift to a circular economy by promoting recycled materials and improving vehicle recycling. Parliament's position includes amendments to reduce administrative burden, align with other EU laws, and adjust recycling targets. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalised.

New laws · report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0158 · 2023/0284

New laws · report by Jessica Polfjärd · 2nd reading · 34 ballots · voted 13:44 · A-10-2026-0175 · 2023/0226

The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting up a common system for returning third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union. The law would replace existing EU rules with a single procedure for return and readmission, including mutual recognition of return decisions and measures to prevent absconding. Parliament now forwards its position to the Council, which must agree before the law can be finalised.

New laws · report by Malik Azmani · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:50 · A-10-2026-0048 · 2025/0059

Parliament voted on a proposal for a Council directive setting EU rules on excise duty rates for tobacco and related products, including new products. MEPs rejected the proposal by a large majority, meaning Parliament does not support the text as presented. The Commission may need to revise its proposal, and the Council will decide on next steps.

New laws · report by Tomáš Kubín · consultation · 16 ballots · voted 13:55 · A-10-2026-0161 · 2025/0580

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law updating rules for excise duty on tobacco and related products, including novel items. The adopted text approves the Commission proposal with amendments, meaning Parliament backs a revised version of the law. Parliament asks the Commission to adjust its proposal accordingly and calls on the Council to consult it again if major changes are planned.

New laws · report by Tomáš Kubín · consultation · 4 ballots · voted 14:00 · A-10-2026-0160 · 2025/0581

The proposal amends EU rules to give the European Public Prosecutor’s Office and the European Anti-Fraud Office direct access to value added tax information for fighting cross-border VAT fraud. Parliament adopted its position on the law, approving the Commission proposal with amendments that add data protection safeguards and require targeted access linked to specific investigations. Parliament asks the Commission to alter its proposal accordingly and calls on the Council to notify it if it intends to depart from the text.

New laws · report by Michalis Hadjipantela · consultation · voted 14:03 · A-10-2026-0159 · 2025/0348

The European Parliament approved a Council decision authorising member states to accept, in the EU's interest, Cabo Verde's accession to the 1980 Hague Convention on child abduction. This means EU member states can now accept the accession, making the Convention effective in cases involving the EU and Cabo Verde. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, Commission, member states, and the Hague Conference.

New laws · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · consultation · voted 14:03 · A-10-2026-0157 · 2026/0041

The proposal adjusts customs duties and opens tariff quotas for certain goods imported from the United States, implementing commitments from a joint statement on trade. Parliament adopted its position on the law, endorsing the proposal with amendments. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

New laws · report by Bernd Lange · 1st reading · 13 ballots · voted 13:34 · A-10-2026-0069 · 2025/0261

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to permanently remove customs duties on certain US lobster imports and to expand the scope to processed lobster. The duties would apply retroactively from 1 August 2025, ensuring no gap after the previous measure expired on 31 July 2025. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

New laws · report by Bernd Lange · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0070 · 2025/0260

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify the implementation of EU rules on artificial intelligence, known as the Digital Omnibus on AI. The proposal amends the AI Act and the EASA Basic Regulation to clarify and simplify certain provisions, including postponing application dates for some AI systems. Parliament's position sets a timeline of 2 December 2027 for Annex III systems and 2 August 2028 for Annex I systems, replacing the Commission's proposed link to a decision. The adopted text also includes targeted adjustments on AI literacy, data processing for bias detection, notified bodies, cybersecurity, and sandboxes.

New laws · report by Arba Kokalari, Michael McNamara · 1st reading · 20 ballots · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0073 · 2025/0359

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to strengthen farmers' position in the food supply chain. The law amends three regulations to improve farmers' bargaining power, including clearer rules for terms like 'fair' and 'equitable', and for 'short supply chain'. It also supports contracting in farming sectors, with possible derogations, and adjusts rules on producer organisations and competition law. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Céline Imart · 1st reading · voted 13:36 · A-10-2025-0161 · 2024/0319

New laws · 1st reading

New laws · 1st reading

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by Soliver in Belgium. The decision releases funding for personalised services, including job-search assistance, training, and guidance, to help the affected workers reintegrate into the labour market. Parliament agreed with the Commission that Belgium meets the conditions for the financial contribution.

Budget · report by Bogdan Rzońca · 2 ballots · voted 13:37 · A-10-2026-0149 · 2026/0097

Agenda · voted 18:10

Agenda · voted 18:12

New laws · report by Ralf Seekatz · 1st reading · voted 13:16 · A-10-2026-0137 · 2025/0825

New laws · report by Ralf Seekatz · 1st reading · voted 13:16 · A-10-2026-0138 · 2025/0826

The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed directive updating EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspections for vehicles, including commercial ones. The position adjusts the Commission's proposal, for example by not shortening inspection intervals for older vehicles or requiring annual tests for light commercial vehicles, while adding regular checks for larger motor scooters. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council for further negotiation before the law can be finalised.

New laws · report by Jens Gieseke · 1st reading · voted 13:25 · A-10-2026-0139 · 2025/0097

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law updating minimum standards for the rights, support and protection of victims of crime. The law would amend an existing directive and replace a Council framework decision, setting common rules across member states. MEPs now ask the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal, and forward the position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Javier Zarzalejos, Lucia Yar · 1st reading · voted 13:38 · A-9-2024-0157 · 2023/0250

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU regulation to address the negative trade effects of global steel overcapacity on the Union steel market. The regulation aims to replace existing safeguard measures with a rules-based mechanism, including tariff-free quotas and duties beyond them, while ensuring WTO compliance. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and forwards its position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Karin Karlsbro · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:20 · A-10-2026-0012 · 2025/0726

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU regulation to screen foreign investments in the Union, replacing the current 2019 rules. The adopted text sets out Parliament's stance for negotiations with the Council on the new law. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal.

New laws · report by Raphaël Glucksmann · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:23 · A-10-2025-0061 · 2024/0017

Parliament approved the Council's draft decision on the Research Fund for Coal and Steel, which sets out the research programme and technical and financial guidelines for managing its assets. The decision means the fund will continue with an increased annual budget of €120 million for research calls from 2027 until 2034, with the programme ending around 2038. Parliament asks the Council to notify it if the Council intends to depart from the approved text or to consult again if it makes substantial amendments.

New laws · report by Borys Budka · consultation · voted 14:24 · A-10-2026-0130 · 2025/0398

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · 2 ballots · A-10-2026-0126 · 2023/0271

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · 3 ballots · A-10-2026-0136 · 2023/0228

Agenda · voted 18:12

Agenda · voted 18:12

Agenda · voted 18:15

Agenda · voted 18:16

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify requirements and procedures for chemical products, including cosmetics and fertilisers. The changes aim to reduce administrative burdens while maintaining high safety standards, for example by making labelling rules more flexible and streamlining approval procedures. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras, Piotr Müller · 1st reading · 37 ballots · voted 14:16 · A-10-2026-0104 · 2025/0531

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law adjusting the market stability reserve for emissions trading in buildings, road transport and additional sectors. The law aims to reduce price uncertainty and volatility in the ETS2 by smoothing the reserve's trigger mechanism, extending its lifetime beyond 2031, and reinforcing the price control mechanism. Parliament asks the Commission to reassess the matter if it substantially amends its proposal, and to forward the position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Danuše Nerudová · 1st reading · 25 ballots · voted 14:22 · A-10-2026-0098 · 2025/0380

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation updating the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and related EU chemicals laws. The adopted text aims to strengthen ECHA's governance, align its resources with its tasks, and integrate new responsibilities from recent legislation. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Christophe Clergeau · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:28 · A-10-2026-0093 · 2025/0207

Parliament voted to grant discharge for the EU general budget for 2024, covering the Commission's spending. This approves how the Commission implemented the budget for that year. The decision also covers several executive agencies, including the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency. Parliament will forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, and the Court of Auditors.

Budget · report by Daniel Freund · 98 ballots · voted 13:16 · A-10-2026-0085 · 2025/2145

Parliament granted discharge to its President for implementing the EU general budget for 2024, covering Parliament's own spending. The decision approves how Parliament spent its funds for that year, following scrutiny of its accounts and management. Parliament also adopted a resolution with observations, including calls for gender equality measures and better harassment prevention.

Budget · report by Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy · 97 ballots · voted 13:30 · A-10-2026-0081 · 2025/2146

Parliament decided to postpone its decision on granting discharge to the Secretary-General of the Council for the EU general budget's Section II, covering the European Council and Council for 2024. The spending was approved, meaning the discharge was granted. Parliament set out observations in a resolution and will forward the decision to the European Council, Council, Commission, and Court of Auditors.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 16 ballots · voted 13:45 · A-10-2026-0051 · 2025/2147

Parliament granted discharge to the Registrar of the Court of Justice for implementing the EU general budget for 2024, covering the Court's administrative spending. This approves the Court's budget execution, meaning its spending for that year is formally accepted. Parliament also adopted a resolution with observations, calling for enhanced multiannual planning and reporting on judicial reform impacts.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 8 ballots · voted 13:48 · A-10-2026-0055 · 2025/2148

Parliament granted discharge to the Court of Auditors for implementing the EU general budget in 2024, approving the spending. The decision covers the Court's own budget and includes observations in a resolution. Parliament asks the Court to keep it updated on audit initiatives and to implement a revised audit approach for Joint Undertakings.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 16 ballots · voted 13:49 · A-10-2026-0052 · 2025/2149

Parliament granted discharge to the High Representative for the implementation of the European External Action Service's budget for 2024. This approves the spending and closes the accounts for that year. The decision and observations will be forwarded to the EEAS, Council, Commission, Court of Auditors, Ombudsman, and Data Protection Supervisor.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 27 ballots · voted 13:53 · A-10-2026-0053 · 2025/2150

Parliament granted discharge to the European Economic and Social Committee for its 2024 budget implementation, approving the spending. The decision covers the Committee's general budget for the financial year 2024, as part of the EU's overall budget. Parliament also adopted a resolution with observations, which forms part of the discharge decision.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 5 ballots · voted 13:57 · A-10-2026-0059 · 2025/2151

Parliament granted discharge to the European Ombudsman for implementing its 2024 budget, approving the spending. The decision covers the Ombudsman's budget under the EU's general budget, with observations in a resolution. Parliament noted the budget's implementation rate and called for a fairer cost model for access to shared financial systems.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 2 ballots · voted 13:58 · A-10-2026-0054 · 2025/2153

Parliament granted discharge to the Committee of the Regions for implementing the EU general budget for 2024, approving the spending. The decision covers the Committee's budget under the EU administration heading and follows the Court of Auditors' report. Parliament also adopted a resolution with observations, which will be forwarded to the Committee, Council, Commission, and Court of Auditors.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 4 ballots · voted 13:58 · A-10-2026-0056 · 2025/2152

Parliament granted discharge to the European Data Protection Supervisor for implementing the EU general budget in 2024, approving the spending. The decision covers the budget of the European Data Protection Supervisor, which also funds the secretariat of the European Data Protection Board. Parliament also adopted observations, including calls for more transparency on missions and better complaint handling.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 4 ballots · voted 13:59 · A-10-2026-0057 · 2025/2154

Parliament decided on the discharge for the European Public Prosecutor’s Office for the 2024 financial year, approving the implementation of its budget and closing its accounts. The decision grants discharge to the Administrative Director and approves the closure of accounts, meaning the spending was approved. Parliament also adopted a resolution with observations, including calls for adequate resources and a review of the EPPO’s mandate.

Budget · report by Pasquale Tridico · 9 ballots · voted 13:59 · A-10-2026-0050 · 2025/2155

Parliament decided on discharge for several EU agencies, including the European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators, for the 2024 financial year. The decision approves the implementation of their budgets and closes their accounts, meaning the spending was approved. Parliament also grants discharge to the Agency for Support for BEREC, the Translation Centre, and the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training.

Budget · report by Monika Hohlmeier · 86 ballots · voted 14:05 · A-10-2026-0087 · 2025/2156

Parliament voted on granting discharge for the 2024 budgets of several EU joint undertakings, including Clean Aviation, Circular Bio-based Europe, Clean Hydrogen, and Europe's Rail. The decision approves the implementation of their budgets and closes their accounts for the financial year 2024. The proposal will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the Court of Auditors for publication in the Official Journal.

Budget · report by Csaba Molnár · 13 ballots · voted 14:13 · A-10-2026-0046 · 2025/2157

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by the bankruptcy of Liberty in Belgium. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as training, guidance and job-search help for the affected workers. Parliament agreed with the Commission that Belgium meets the conditions for support under the EGF Regulation.

Budget · report by Matthias Ecke · 2 ballots · voted 14:32 · A-10-2026-0084 · 2026/0066

The European Parliament adopted its position on the proposed regulation for a generalised scheme of tariff preferences, which sets out the EU's trade preferences for developing countries. The scheme includes three arrangements: Standard GSP, GSP+ for sustainable development and good governance, and Everything But Arms for least developed countries. Parliament's position includes amendments to strengthen monitoring, enhance positive conditionality, and improve transparency, among other changes.

New laws · report by Bernd Lange · 1st reading · 35 ballots · voted 13:54 · A-9-2022-0147 · 2021/0297

The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to improve the welfare of dogs and cats and ensure their traceability. The law would set rules for breeding, selling, and sheltering these animals, including identification and registration requirements. Parliament's position includes a ban on selling dogs and cats in pet shops and stricter rules for imports from outside the EU.

New laws · report by Veronika Vrecionová · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:00 · A-10-2025-0104 · 2023/0447

The proposal amends the Biocidal Products Regulation to extend certain data protection periods for biocidal products. Parliament adopted its position at first reading, taking over the Commission proposal, meaning it backs the proposed extension. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes the proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Pierfrancesco Maran · 1st reading · voted 14:01 · A-10-2026-0094 · 2025/0408

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to broaden the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund to support workers facing imminent job displacement in restructuring companies. The adopted text extends eligibility to workers in direct suppliers and downstream users, and requires respect for social dialogue and involvement of workers' representatives. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Liesbet Sommen · 1st reading · voted 14:01 · A-10-2025-0251 · 2025/0073

The regulation sets rules for accounting greenhouse gas emissions of transport services, using the EN ISO 14083:2023 methodology as reference. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act is adopted and will be signed into law. The Commission must develop a free, simplified EU calculation tool for transport operators within four years. The rules favour primary data but allow secondary data where needed, and the Commission will assess integrating life-cycle emissions within four years after the rules apply.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0062 · 2023/0266

Agenda · voted 18:12

Agenda · voted 18:15

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting up a common system for returning third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union. The law would replace existing EU rules with a single procedure for return and readmission, including mutual recognition of return decisions and measures to prevent absconding. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Malik Azmani · 1st reading · voted 11:06 · A-10-2026-0048 · 2025/0059

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive to combat corruption, replacing older rules and updating criminal offences like bribery. The adopted text tightens definitions, adds offences such as concealment of corruption gains and misconduct in public office, and strengthens prevention and sanctions. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes the proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle · 1st reading · 17 ballots · voted 11:11 · A-9-2024-0048 · 2023/0135

The proposal sought to extend the application period of Regulation (EU) 2021/1232, which concerns a temporary derogation from certain obligations related to the use of technologies by providers of number-independent interpersonal communications services. Parliament rejected the proposal, meaning it will not proceed under the ordinary legislative procedure. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its proposal and will forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Birgit Sippel · 1st reading · 10 ballots · voted 11:16 · A-10-2026-0040 · 2025/0429

The proposal adjusts customs duties and opens tariff quotas for certain goods imported from the United States, implementing commitments from a joint statement on trade. Parliament adopted its position on the law, supporting the proposal with amendments. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and asks for transparency on revenue impact.

New laws · report by Bernd Lange · 1st reading · 19 ballots · voted 11:21 · A-10-2026-0069 · 2025/0261

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to permanently remove customs duties on certain lobster imports from the United States, including processed lobster. The law would apply retroactively from 1 August 2025, ensuring no gap in the previous temporary measure that expired on 31 July 2025. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

New laws · report by Bernd Lange · 1st reading · 5 ballots · voted 11:25 · A-10-2026-0070 · 2025/0260

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify the implementation of the EU's artificial intelligence rules, known as the Digital Omnibus on AI. The position postpones the application of certain AI rules to set dates and makes targeted adjustments to provisions on AI literacy, data processing, and other areas. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Arba Kokalari, Michael McNamara · 1st reading · 55 ballots · voted 11:30 · A-10-2026-0073 · 2025/0359

The text updates EU rules on deposit protection, the use of deposit guarantee schemes, cross-border cooperation, and transparency for banks. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the directive will be adopted as agreed, completing the legislative process. The act will be signed and published in the EU's Official Journal.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0065 · 2023/0115

Parliament approved the Council's position on rules to update EU water law, covering surface water and groundwater pollutants. This clears the way for the directive to be adopted and published in the EU's Official Journal. The act updates existing directives on water policy, groundwater protection, and environmental quality standards.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0063 · 2022/0344

The draft law updates rules on early intervention measures, conditions for resolution and funding of resolution action for banks under Regulation (EU) No 806/2014. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act will be adopted as agreed and published in the Official Journal. The President will sign the act with the Council's President, and the Secretary-General will arrange its publication.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0067 · 2023/0111

The text updates EU rules on early intervention measures, conditions for resolution and funding of resolution action for failing banks, and on valuation services in resolution. Parliament approved the Council's position without amendments, meaning the act is adopted as agreed in negotiations and will enter into force. Parliament instructs its President and Secretary-General to sign the act and arrange its publication in the Official Journal.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0066 · 2023/0112

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers laid off by the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as career guidance, training, and job-search help for 420 targeted beneficiaries. Parliament also stresses the need to shorten the time between an application and the financing decision.

Budget · report by Janusz Lewandowski · voted 11:39 · A-10-2026-0060 · 2026/0037

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers laid off by the Belgian company Casa. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as training, job-search help and guidance for the affected workers. Parliament also stressed the need for tailored support, especially for warehouse staff and women, and for involving social partners.

Budget · report by Hélder Sousa Silva · voted 11:39 · A-10-2026-0061 · 2026/0038

Agenda · voted 15:17

Agenda · voted 15:23

Agenda · voted 15:27

New laws · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 12:06

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update EU rules on package travel and linked travel arrangements, aiming to strengthen traveller protection and simplify the law. The adopted text revises definitions, insolvency protection, cancellation rights, and introduces rules on vouchers and complaint handling. Parliament asks the Commission to reconsider if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Alex Agius Saliba · 1st reading · voted 12:07 · A-10-2025-0140 · 2023/0435

Parliament voted on a proposal to extend the application period of Regulation (EU) 2021/1232, which concerns a temporary derogation for certain online communications services. MEPs rejected the Commission's proposal and called on it to withdraw the text. Parliament's position will now be sent to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Birgit Sippel · 1st reading · 32 ballots · voted 12:45 · A-10-2026-0040 · 2025/0429

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support workers made redundant by Tupperware in Belgium. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services such as job-search assistance, training, and guidance to help the 267 displaced workers find new jobs. Parliament also calls on Belgian authorities to provide tailored support for workers with low education levels and to shorten the time between application and financing decision.

Budget · report by Jean-Marc Germain · voted 12:55 · A-10-2026-0030 · 2026/0004

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive that would harmonise certain aspects of insolvency law across member states. The directive aims to make insolvency proceedings more efficient and to improve protection for creditors and businesses. Parliament's position includes amendments to strengthen avoidance actions, improve asset tracing, and remove rules on simplified winding-up for microenterprises. The Council and the Commission will now consider Parliament's position before the law can be finalised.

New laws · report by Emil Radev · 1st reading · 19 ballots · voted 13:11 · A-10-2025-0126 · 2022/0408

The EU Talent Pool is a proposed EU-wide platform to match employers with jobseekers from non-EU countries, addressing labour shortages across sectors. Parliament adopted its position on the law, supporting the establishment of the platform. The position includes amendments to strengthen fair recruitment, protect against discrimination, and ensure accessibility. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · 56 ballots · voted 13:14 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation to make the External Action Guarantee more efficient. This regulation amends the existing law that governs the EU's external lending and guarantees, aiming to improve how the EU manages financial risks. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council for further negotiation.

New laws · report by David McAllister, Charles Goerens · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0221 · 2025/0262

New laws · 1st reading

Agenda · voted 17:15

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to improve cooperation among national authorities enforcing rules against unfair trading practices in the agri-food supply chain. The law aims to help authorities gather information, find infringements, and impose fines on buyers in other member states. Parliament's position includes clarifications on mutual assistance, cost sharing, and coordination, and asks the Commission to set standard forms. The position will now be forwarded to the Council for further negotiation.

New laws · report by Stefano Bonaccini · 1st reading · voted 12:19 · A-10-2025-0153 · 2024/0318

New laws · 1st reading · 3 ballots · voted 12:19

New laws · 1st reading · voted 12:19

Parliament approved the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers to support Belgian workers laid off by Audi and its suppliers. The decision releases EU funding for personalised services like counselling, training, and job-search help for the affected workers. Parliament also urges Belgian authorities to reduce bankruptcies and find a new use for the closed factory.

Budget · report by Nicolae Ștefănuță · 6 ballots · voted 12:20 · A-10-2026-0006 · 2026/0001

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to create a Union-wide list of safe countries of origin, amending the Asylum Procedure Regulation. The list would designate certain countries as safe, allowing faster processing of asylum applications from those countries, including in border or accelerated procedures. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Alessandro Ciriani · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:57 · A-10-2025-0259 · 2025/0101

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law amending the rules on applying the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The changes make the connection between an applicant and a third country optional and remove the automatic suspensive effect of appeals, while preserving judicial review. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Lena Düpont · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:58 · A-10-2025-0255 · 2025/0132

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law updating EU market rules and support measures for wine and aromatised wine products. The text aims to help the sector tackle oversupply, falling consumption and climate change, including voluntary grubbing-up and distillation as crisis tools. MEPs also backed measures on labelling for dealcoholised products and longer promotion campaigns. Parliament now forwards its position to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalised.

New laws · report by Esther Herranz García · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 12:59 · A-10-2025-0220 · 2025/0071

The proposal updates EU rules on measuring instruments for electric vehicle supply equipment, compressed gas dispensers, and electricity, gas and thermal energy meters. Parliament adopted its position on the law, supporting harmonised definitions and standards for these new technologies across member states. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

New laws · report by Zala Tomašič · 1st reading · voted 13:00 · A-10-2025-0173 · 2024/0311

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation implementing the bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products. The regulation aims to protect sensitive EU agricultural sectors by allowing swift, proportionate measures when imports from Mercosur countries cause or threaten serious injury to EU producers. Parliament's position includes amendments to the Commission's proposal, and it calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

New laws · report by Gabriel Mato · 1st reading · 30 ballots · voted 13:02 · A-10-2025-0254 · 2025/0322

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend the EU climate law, setting a 2040 target of at least 90% net emission cuts compared to 1990. The adopted text includes a domestic target, limited use of permanent removals, and measures to support grids, energy efficiency, and clean technologies. Parliament asks the Commission to reconsider if it changes its proposal substantially, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Ondřej Knotek · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:05 · A-10-2025-0223 · 2025/0524

The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to codify EU rules on designs, which means consolidating existing texts without changing their substance. The proposal was confirmed as a straightforward codification by the legal services of Parliament, the Council and the Commission. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Magdalena Adamowicz · 1st reading · voted 13:06 · A-10-2026-0013 · 2025/0190

Agenda · voted 17:10

Agenda · voted 17:12

The draft regulation updates EU rules on detergents and surfactants, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Regulation (EC) No 648/2004. Parliament approved the Council's first-reading position, meaning the act is adopted as agreed and will be signed and published. The President is instructed to sign the act with the Council President and arrange for its publication in the Official Journal.

New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0004 · 2023/0124

Parliament adopted its position on the proposed law updating EU rules on air passenger rights, including compensation and assistance for denied boarding, cancellations, or long delays. The position aims to preserve existing passenger rights, simplify claims procedures, and add protections for passengers with disabilities and children. Parliament will now forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

New laws · report by Andrey Novakov · 2nd reading · voted 12:49 · A-10-2026-0001 · 2013/0072

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to strengthen the availability and security of supply of critical medicines and improve access to medicines of common interest. The adopted text aims to boost EU manufacturing of critical medicines by fast-tracking permits, simplifying environmental assessments, and supporting strategic projects. It also promotes better coordination among member states and introduces limited reporting obligations. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Tomislav Sokol · 1st reading · 43 ballots · voted 12:43 · A-10-2025-0272 · 2025/0102

New laws · 1st reading

New laws · 1st reading

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law amending the rules on applying the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The changes make the connection between an applicant and a third country optional and remove the automatic suspensive effect of appeals, while allowing applicants to request suspension. Parliament also asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Lena Düpont · 1st reading · voted 12:22 · A-10-2025-0255 · 2025/0132

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to create a Union-wide list of safe countries of origin for asylum procedures. The list would cover candidate countries for EU membership and other states, allowing faster processing of asylum applications from those countries. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Alessandro Ciriani · 1st reading · voted 12:23 · A-10-2025-0259 · 2025/0101

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to phase out Russian natural gas imports and improve monitoring of potential energy dependencies. The law would also amend the existing gas supply security regulation, with the goal of ending reliance on Russian energy. Parliament now forwards its position to the Council and the Commission for further negotiation.

New laws · report by Inese Vaidere, Ville Niinistö · 1st reading · 48 ballots · voted 12:24 · A-10-2025-0195 · 2025/0180

New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:25

New laws · report by Borys Budka · consultation · voted 12:27 · A-10-2025-0241 · 2025/0229

Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to set up a safeguard clause for agricultural imports from Mercosur countries. The mechanism aims to protect sensitive EU farm sectors by allowing swift action if imports cause serious injury to EU producers. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal.

New laws · report by Gabriel Mato · 1st reading · 70 ballots · voted 12:46 · A-10-2025-0254 · 2025/0322

The proposal updates EU rules on alternative dispute resolution for consumer disputes after the European Online Dispute Resolution Platform was discontinued. Parliament rejected the Council's position, meaning the proposed law will not go ahead as planned. The Council's position reflected an earlier agreement between Parliament and the Council, which the rapporteur had recommended endorsing.

New laws · report by Laura Ballarín Cereza · 2nd reading · voted 13:06 · A-10-2025-0249 · 2023/0376

New laws · report by Adrián Vázquez Lázara · 2nd reading · 3 ballots · voted 13:06 · A-10-2025-0246 · 2023/0129

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend several EU funding programmes to incentivise defence-related investments, implementing the ReArm Europe Plan. The amendments expand the Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform to include defence and security technologies, enable dual-use research under Horizon Europe, and allow voluntary use of unspent Recovery and Resilience Facility resources for defence industry investments. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by Rihards Kols · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:07 · A-10-2025-0172 · 2025/0103

Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend EU rules on agricultural subsidies, rural development, and related controls and penalties. The amendments cover conditionality, direct payments, intervention types, annual performance reports, data governance, and payment suspensions. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

New laws · report by André Rodrigues · 1st reading · voted 13:08 · A-10-2025-0164 · 2025/0236