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Wednesday, 16 September 2026 3 matches
- Establishing the Single Market and Customs Programme for the period 2028-2034
The Commission proposed a regulation establishing the Single Market and Customs Programme for the period 2028-2034, which would bring together four existing programmes under one consolidated framework supporting the Single Market, the Customs Union, tax cooperation and the fight against fraud. Parliament adopted its position at first reading on this proposal, setting out its amendments to the text. Parliament called on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal, and instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.
Economy & single marketTrade & customsEU budget & funds
New laws · report by Adnan Dibrani · 1st reading · 13 ballots · voted 14:15 · A-10-2026-0216 · 2025/0590
Adopted 496–53–125 · by a large majority - Instrument for Nuclear Safety Cooperation 2028-2034
The proposal sets up the Instrument for Nuclear Safety Cooperation and Decommissioning for 2028-2034, replacing two existing Euratom regulations and merging nuclear safety cooperation with the decommissioning of the Commission's Joint Research Centre nuclear sites. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, approving the Commission proposal with amendments. Parliament calls on the Commission to change its proposal accordingly, asks the Council to notify Parliament if it departs from the approved text, and asks to be consulted again if the Council substantially amends the proposal.
EnergyEU budget & fundsForeign affairs
New laws · report by Sophie Wilmès · consultation · voted 14:20 · A-10-2026-0196 · 2025/0265
- Nuclear decommissioning assistance programme of the Ignalina nuclear power plant in Lithuania for the period 2028-2034
Parliament approved a proposal for a Council regulation that would set up a programme to help Lithuania decommission the Ignalina nuclear power plant from 2028 to 2034, replacing an earlier regulation. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, meaning it supports the programme with changes it has proposed. Parliament calls on the Commission to change its proposal accordingly and on the Council to tell Parliament if it plans to depart from the approved text or to consult Parliament again on substantial changes.
New laws · report by Virginijus Sinkevičius · consultation · voted 14:22 · A-10-2026-0197 · 2025/0268
Tuesday, 7 July 2026 3 matches
- Air passenger rights
Parliament approved the joint text on air passenger rights, updating rules on compensation and assistance for denied boarding, cancellation, or long delay of flights. The adopted law maintains the existing three-hour delay threshold and compensation amounts, and introduces new rights such as free hand baggage in price displays and free seating for children under 14. It also requires airlines to inform passengers digitally of their compensation rights and to provide free boarding passes, while creating a Union Air Passenger Rights Label.
Transport & tourismEconomy & single market
New laws · report by Andrey Novakov · 3rd reading · voted 13:33 · A-10-2026-0191 · 2013/0072
- Temporary support and payment of advances regarding the increased fertiliser prices due to the Middle East crisis
Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketEU budget & funds
New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:34
- International passenger transport services by coach and bus in the border regions: cabotage operations between Austria and Switzerland
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law that would empower Austria to amend its 1958 bilateral road transport agreement with Switzerland, allowing 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 and other carriers and no distortion of competition. Parliament supports the proposal to improve cross-border public transport links and increase travel options for people in the area.
Foreign affairsTransport & tourism
New laws · report by Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi · 1st reading · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0174 · 2025/0407
Thursday, 18 June 2026 1 match
- Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles
The European 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 how vehicles are scrapped. Parliament's position includes amendments to clarify rules, cut red tape, and align with other EU laws, while keeping targets realistic for industry. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalized.
Economy & single marketTransport & tourismClimate & environment
New laws · report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0158 · 2023/0284
Adopted 437–112–20 · by a large majority
Tuesday, 16 June 2026 2 matches
- Temporary support and payment of advances regarding the increased fertiliser prices due to the Middle East crisis
Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketEU budget & funds
New laws · 1st reading
Adopted no count published - Measures necessary for the implementation of the Protocol, annexed to the TEU and to the TFEU, on the financial consequences of the expiry of the ECSC Treaty and on the Research Fund for Coal and Steel
The Council asked Parliament to consent to a decision on measures for implementing Protocol No 37 on the financial consequences of the ECSC Treaty's expiry and the Research Fund for Coal and Steel. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the Council can adopt the decision. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.
Consent · report by Johan Van Overtveldt · consent procedure · voted 13:36 · A-10-2026-0158 · 2025/0390
Thursday, 21 May 2026 1 match
- Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package)
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspections of vehicles. The position updates rules for cars, vans, and commercial vehicles, and adds regular inspections for motor scooters above 50 cm³. Parliament removed proposed mandatory annual inspections for older cars and light vans, and kept remote sensing optional for member states. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalised.
New laws · report by Jens Gieseke · 1st reading · voted 13:25 · A-10-2026-0139 · 2025/0097
Adopted 369–126–84 · by a large majority
Wednesday, 20 May 2026 1 match
- EC-São Tomé and Príncipe Fisheries Partnership Agreement (2025–2029): Implementing Protocol
Parliament gave its consent to the new four-year protocol implementing the EU–São Tomé and Príncipe fisheries partnership agreement for 2025–2029. The protocol allows EU vessels to fish tuna and other migratory species in São Tomé and Príncipe waters, with an annual EU financial contribution of €825,000. It also supports sustainable fisheries management and local communities in São Tomé and Príncipe.
Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs
Consent · report by Nora Junco García · consent procedure · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0096 · 2025/0202
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 2 matches
- Research Fund for Coal and Steel: research programme and multiannual technical and financial guidelines
Parliament approved the Council's draft decision on the Research Fund for Coal and Steel, covering its research programme and technical and financial guidelines. The decision updates the fund's rules, including a final phase with an increased annual budget to support research calls from 2027 until 2034. Parliament asks the Council to notify it if the Council intends to depart from the approved text.
New laws · report by Borys Budka · consultation · voted 14:24 · A-10-2026-0130 · 2025/0398
- Single European railway area: use of railway infrastructure capacity
New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · 2 ballots · A-10-2026-0126 · 2023/0271
2 ballots, no final vote
Wednesday, 29 April 2026 3 matches
- European Chemicals Agency and amending regulations
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation updating the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and related EU chemicals laws. The text aims to strengthen ECHA's governance, align its resources with its tasks, and integrate new responsibilities such as the One Substance One Assessment package. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Climate & environmentEU institutions & Parliament
New laws · report by Christophe Clergeau · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:28 · A-10-2026-0093 · 2025/0207
- Amendment of the European Electoral Act allowing Members to vote in plenary by proxy voting during pregnancy and after giving birth
The draft Council decision amends the European Electoral Act to let MEPs who are pregnant or have recently given birth vote by proxy in plenary for up to three months before the expected birth and six months after. Parliament gave its consent to the Council's position, which also says the MEP statute and Parliament's rules should set out the general and detailed conditions for such delegation. The reform will enter into force after member states approve it according to their constitutional requirements.
Consent · report by Juan Fernando López Aguilar · consent procedure · voted 13:14 · A-10-2026-0123 · 2025/0900
- EU-USA-Iceland-Norway Air Transport Agreement, and EU-Iceland-Norway Ancillary Agreement on the application of the Air Transport Agreement
Parliament gave its consent to the EU's conclusion of an air transport agreement with the United States, Iceland and Norway, and to an ancillary agreement on its application. The agreement liberalises market access, capacity, pricing and routes between the EU and US aviation markets, and includes social and environmental provisions. It has been provisionally applied since 2007 and has brought economic benefits, with transatlantic passenger numbers reaching a record high.
Transport & tourismForeign affairs
Consent · report by Johan Danielsson · consent procedure · voted 14:30 · A-10-2026-0068 · 2011/0102
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 3 matches
- European Globalisation Adjustment Fund: workers affected by imminent job displacement
The proposal amends the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund to support workers facing imminent job displacement during company restructuring. Parliament adopted its position, broadening the Fund's scope to include workers in direct suppliers and downstream users, with safeguards for social dialogue and State aid clarity. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Jobs, social affairs & equalityEU budget & funds
New laws · report by Liesbet Sommen · 1st reading · voted 14:01 · A-10-2025-0251 · 2025/0073
- Accounting of greenhouse gas emissions of transport services
The regulation establishes rules for accounting greenhouse gas emissions of transport services, using the EN ISO 14083:2023 methodology. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act is adopted and will be signed and published. The rules introduce a free EU calculation tool for transport operators and a hierarchy favoring primary data, with a future review of life-cycle emissions.
Climate & environmentTransport & tourism
New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2026-0062 · 2023/0266
no count published - Interim report on the proposal for the multiannual financial framework for 2028-2034
Parliament gave its consent to the Council regulation laying down the EU's multiannual financial framework for 2028-2034. The framework sets the EU's long-term budget priorities and spending limits for that period. Parliament's consent is required under the Treaty before the Council can adopt the regulation.
Consent · report by Siegfried Mureşan, Carla Tavares · consent procedure · 150 ballots · voted 13:13 · A-10-2026-0105 · 2025/0571R
Adopted 370–201–84 · by a clear majority
Thursday, 26 March 2026 2 matches
- Common system for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union (Return Regulation)
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 on returns and introduce a single procedure for return and readmission across member states. 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
Adopted 389–206–32 · by a large majority - United Nations Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships
Parliament consented to the EU concluding the UN Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships, which harmonises the legal effects of court-ordered ship sales across countries. The Convention ensures that a judicial sale conferring full title is recognised in all contracting states, requiring deregistration or transfer of the ship's registration and prohibiting seizure for pre-existing claims. The rapporteur raised concerns about national sovereignty, creditor protection, and potential regulation shopping, suggesting possible safeguards such as exceptions for public interest and review mechanisms.
Foreign affairsTransport & tourism
Consent · report by Ton Diepeveen · consent procedure · voted 11:38 · A-10-2026-0049 · 2025/0233
Thursday, 12 March 2026 2 matches
- Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029
Climate & environmentTransport & tourism
New laws · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 12:06
- Package travel and linked travel arrangements: make the protection of travellers more effective and simplify and clarify certain aspects
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 updates the 2015 Package Travel Directive, covering issues such as insolvency protection, cancellations, refunds, and vouchers. Parliament asks the Commission to re-refer the matter if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.
Economy & single marketTransport & tourism
New laws · report by Alex Agius Saliba · 1st reading · voted 12:07 · A-10-2025-0140 · 2023/0435
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 3 matches
- Establishing an EU talent pool
The EU talent pool is a proposed EU-wide platform to match jobseekers from non-EU countries with employers in the Union. Parliament adopted its position on the law, backing the proposal with amendments. The position calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.
Migration & asylumJobs, social affairs & equality
New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · 56 ballots · voted 13:14 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404
Adopted 414–182–21 · by a large majority - Increased efficiency of the External Action Guarantee
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to make the EU's External Action Guarantee more efficient. The Guarantee backs loans for development and external action; the changes aim to improve how it is used. MEPs also asked the Commission to consult Parliament again if it changes the proposal substantially.
Foreign affairsEU budget & funds
New laws · report by David McAllister, Charles Goerens · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:15 · A-10-2025-0221 · 2025/0262
Adopted 441–105–81 · by a large majority - Calculation of emission credits for heavy-duty vehicles for the reporting periods of the years 2025 to 2029
Climate & environmentTransport & tourism
New laws · 1st reading
Adopted no count published
Wednesday, 11 February 2026 3 matches
- Regulation implementing enhanced cooperation on the establishment of the Ukraine Support Loan for 2026 and 2027
Foreign affairsEU budget & fundsEconomy & single market
New laws · 1st reading · 3 ballots · voted 12:19
Adopted 458–140–44 · by a large majority - Amending Regulation (EU) 2024/792 establishing the Ukraine Facility
Foreign affairsEU budget & funds
New laws · 1st reading · voted 12:19
Adopted 473–140–32 · by a large majority - Amending the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 to 2027
EU budget & fundsEconomy & single market
Consent · consent procedure · voted 12:20
Adopted 490–130–32 · by a large majority
Tuesday, 10 February 2026 3 matches
- Establishment of a list of safe countries of origin at Union level
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to create a Union-level list of safe countries of origin for asylum procedures. The law would designate certain countries as safe, 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 · 2 ballots · voted 12:57 · A-10-2025-0259 · 2025/0101
Adopted 408–184–60 · by a large majority - Application of the ‘safe third country’ concept
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to amend the rules on applying the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The proposal makes the connection between an applicant and a third country optional and removes the automatic suspensive effect of appeals, while preserving judicial protection. 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 Lena Düpont · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:58 · A-10-2025-0255 · 2025/0132
Adopted 396–226–30 · by a clear majority - Amending the multiannual financial framework for the years 2021 to 2027
EU budget & fundsEconomy & single market
Consent · consent procedure
Adopted no count published
Wednesday, 21 January 2026 3 matches
- Air passenger rights
Parliament adopted its position on the law updating EU rules on compensation and assistance for air passengers when flights are delayed, cancelled, or boarding is denied. The position aims to preserve existing passenger rights, simplify claims, and extend the rules to more flights, while capping airline costs for hotel stays in extraordinary circumstances. It also strengthens protections for passengers with disabilities and children, and codifies court rulings to increase legal certainty.
Transport & tourismEconomy & single market
New laws · report by Andrey Novakov · 2nd reading · voted 12:49 · A-10-2026-0001 · 2013/0072
- EU-Bosnia and Herzegovina Agreement on operational activities carried out by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The agreement allows the European Border and Coast Guard Agency to carry out operational activities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including deploying border management teams with executive powers. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, meaning the EU can now finalize it. Parliament asks the Agency to promptly inform it of activities under the agreement and to include assessments of third-country cooperation in its annual reports.
Foreign affairsMigration & asylum
Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 12:50 · A-10-2025-0248 · 2024/0305
- Enhanced cooperation on the establishment of a Loan for Ukraine
Foreign affairsEconomy & single marketEU budget & funds
Consent · consent procedure · voted 12:50
Adopted 499–135–24 · by a large majority
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 2 matches
- Amending Regulation (EU) 2024/792 establishing the Ukraine Facility
Foreign affairsEU budget & funds
New laws · 1st reading
Adopted no count published - Regulation implementing enhanced cooperation on the establishment of the Ukraine Support Loan for 2026 and 2027
Foreign affairsEU budget & fundsEconomy & single market
New laws · 1st reading
Adopted no count published
Wednesday, 17 December 2025 2 matches
- Application of the ‘safe third country’ concept
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law amending the rules on the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The law aims to make the concept's application more flexible and consistent across member states, including by making the 'connection' requirement optional and changing appeal rules. Parliament 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
Adopted 384–237–31 · by a clear majority - Establishment of a list of safe countries of origin at Union level
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law establishing a Union-level list of safe countries of origin, amending the Asylum Procedure Regulation. The list would designate certain countries as safe, allowing accelerated or border procedures for asylum applications from those countries. Parliament calls on 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
Adopted 396–202–56 · by a clear majority
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 4 matches
- Incentivising defence-related investments in the EU budget to implement the ReArm Europe Plan
Parliament adopted its position on a law to incentivise defence-related investments in the EU budget, implementing the ReArm Europe Plan. The law amends several EU funding programmes to support defence technologies, dual-use research, and military mobility, without creating new instruments. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Economy & single marketDefence & securityEU budget & funds
New laws · report by Rihards Kols · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:07 · A-10-2025-0172 · 2025/0103
Adopted 519–119–25 · by a large majority - Amending certain CAP Regulations as regards the conditionality system, types of intervention in the form of direct payment, types of intervention in certain sectors and rural development and annual performance reports, data and interoperability governance, suspensions of payments annual performance clearance and controls and penalties
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, sector interventions, and annual performance reporting, as well as data governance and payment suspensions. 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.
EU budget & fundsAgriculture, food & fisheries
New laws · report by André Rodrigues · 1st reading · voted 13:08 · A-10-2025-0164 · 2025/0236
- Brexit Adjustment Reserve
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to adjust the amounts allocated to member states under the Brexit Adjustment Reserve, a fund set up in 2021 to help them cope with the effects of the UK's withdrawal from the EU. The adjustment is a technical, financial and legal change that aligns the fund's regulation with a reduction agreed during the mid-term revision of the EU's long-term budget, without affecting funds already paid out or transferred. Once the amended regulation is adopted, the Commission can update the implementing decisions that set the final national allocations.
New laws · report by Pascal Arimont · 1st reading · voted 13:10 · A-10-2025-0233 · 2025/0289
- Establishing the Reparations Loan to Ukraine
Foreign affairsEU budget & fundsEconomy & single market
New laws · 1st reading
Adopted no count published
Thursday, 27 November 2025 1 match
- Harmonised requirements in the internal market on transparency of third countries interest representation
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive setting common transparency rules for interest representation carried out on behalf of third countries. The directive aims to harmonise registration requirements across member states and create an EU-level access point for national registers. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament
New laws · report by Adina Vălean · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 12:07 · A-10-2025-0208 · 2023/0463
Adopted 392–88–133 · by a large majority
Wednesday, 26 November 2025 2 matches
- Increasing the efficiency of the EU guarantee under the InvestEU Regulation and simplifying reporting requirements
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend the InvestEU Regulation to increase the efficiency of the EU guarantee and simplify reporting requirements. The changes aim to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises, reduce administrative burdens, and support EU priorities like innovation, green and digital transitions, and defence. Parliament also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Economy & single marketEU budget & funds
New laws · report by Aura Salla, Irene Tinagli · 1st reading · 9 ballots · voted 12:30 · A-10-2025-0117 · 2025/0040
Adopted 519–65–73 · by a large majority - Collection of statistical information by the European Central Bank
Parliament adopted its position on a draft Council regulation updating rules on how the European Central Bank collects statistical information, following digital changes. The position approves the draft as amended, aiming to safeguard confidential data and align with EU data protection law. Parliament also asks the Council to notify it if it departs from the approved text and to consult it again on substantial changes.
EU institutions & ParliamentEconomy & single market
New laws · report by Aurore Lalucq · consultation · voted 12:31 · A-10-2025-0222 · 2025/0806
Adopted 521–110–35 · by a large majority
Thursday, 13 November 2025 3 matches
- Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Nikolaos Milionis
Parliament voted on the Council's nomination of Nikolaos Milionis as a Member of the Court of Auditors. It adopted its position, delivering a favourable opinion on the nomination. The decision will be forwarded to the Council and other EU institutions.
New laws · committee report · consultation · A-10-2025-0218 · 2025/0807
- European Maritime Safety Agency
The European Parliament approved the Council's position on a regulation updating the mandate of the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). The adopted provisions aim to better reflect EMSA's new tasks in maritime safety, sustainability, decarbonisation, and training, with balanced governance rules. The act is now adopted in line with the Council position, and Parliament will sign it for publication in the Official Journal.
EU institutions & ParliamentTransport & tourism
New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0217 · 2023/0163
no count published - Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Pierre Moscovici
Parliament voted on the Council's nomination of Pierre Moscovici as a Member of the Court of Auditors. It adopted its position, delivering a favourable opinion on the nomination. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.
New laws · committee report · consultation · A-10-2025-0219 · 2025/0808
Adopted 419–192–21 · by a large majority
Tuesday, 21 October 2025 5 matches
- Re-attribution of scientific and technical tasks and improving cooperation among Union agencies in the area of chemicals
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to reassign scientific and technical tasks and improve cooperation among EU agencies dealing with chemicals. The law aims to strengthen the knowledge base on chemicals, facilitate data exchange between regulatory bodies, and streamline assessments while ensuring early detection of emerging risks. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and instructs its President to forward the position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.
Climate & environmentEU institutions & Parliament
New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras · 1st reading · voted 13:20 · A-10-2025-0020 · 2023/0455
Adopted 469–126–50 · by a large majority - Re-attribution of scientific and technical tasks to the European Chemicals Agency
The proposal amends Directive 2011/65/EU to re-attribute scientific and technical tasks to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). Parliament adopted its position at first reading, approving the proposal with amendments. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.
Climate & environmentEU institutions & Parliament
New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras · 1st reading · voted 13:20 · A-10-2025-0019 · 2023/0454
Adopted 477–93–76 · by a large majority - Standing Forest and Forestry Expert Group
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update the rules for the Standing Forestry Committee, which advises the Commission on forestry matters. The adopted text includes amendments to the committee's tasks and structure, aiming to improve its functioning. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.
Climate & environmentEU institutions & ParliamentAgriculture, food & fisheries
New laws · report by Emma Wiesner, Pekka Toveri · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:30 · A-10-2025-0175 · 2023/0410
Adopted 327–256–58 · by a clear majority - Driving licences
The directive updates EU rules on driving licences, introducing mutually recognised EU mobile driving licences and clarifying minimum age requirements. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act is adopted and will be signed and published. The new rules also set medical fitness requirements, default validity periods, and rules for novice drivers and accompanied driving.
New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0191 · 2023/0053
no count published - Union-wide effect of certain driving disqualifications
The text establishes an EU system for sharing information and recognising driving disqualifications across member states for major offences such as drink or drug driving, excessive speeding, or causing death or serious injury. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the directive will be adopted as agreed, ending impunity for drivers committing such offences outside the country that issued their licence. 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-10-2025-0193 · 2023/0055
no count published
Wednesday, 8 October 2025 2 matches
- Amending certain CAP regulations as regards the conditionality system, types of intervention in the form of direct payment, types of intervention in certain sectors and rural development and annual performance reports, data and interoperability governance, suspensions of payments annual performance clearance and controls and penalties
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend EU rules on farm funding, covering conditionality, direct payments, rural development, and payment controls. The changes aim to simplify the common agricultural policy and make data sharing and payment suspensions more efficient. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
EU budget & fundsAgriculture, food & fisheries
New laws · report by André Rodrigues · 1st reading · 28 ballots · voted 13:40 · A-10-2025-0164 · 2025/0236
Adopted 492–111–39 · by a large majority - EC-Côte d’Ivoire Fisheries Partnership Agreement – Protocol on the implementation of the Agreement for 2025-2029
The European Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the Protocol (2025–2029) implementing the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the EU and Côte d’Ivoire. The Protocol sets an annual EU contribution of €740,000, with €305,000 for access rights and €435,000 for sectoral support, and authorizes 25 tuna purse seiners and 7 surface longliners to fish in Côte d’Ivoire’s waters. It aims to ensure sustainable tuna fishing in line with ICCAT rules and to support local fisheries development, including measures against illegal fishing.
Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs
Consent · report by Ton Diepeveen · consent procedure · voted 13:53 · A-10-2025-0159 · 2025/0046
Tuesday, 7 October 2025 3 matches
- Revision of the Visa Suspension Mechanism
Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law revising the EU's visa suspension mechanism, which allows temporarily suspending visa-free travel for third countries. The revision adds new suspension grounds, such as hybrid threats and investor citizenship schemes, and extends suspension periods. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.
Migration & asylumForeign affairs
New laws · report by Matjaž Nemec · 1st reading · voted 13:25 · A-10-2025-0035 · 2023/0371
- Inland waterway transport: River Information Systems (RIS)
Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update EU rules on harmonised river information services (RIS) for inland waterway transport. The position includes changes to reduce administrative burden, improve implementation, and avoid premature interconnection with other systems. It also limits the scope to cross-border waterways, allowing voluntary application elsewhere, and calls for cooperation with third countries.
Economy & single marketTransport & tourism
New laws · report by Tom Berendsen · 1st reading · voted 13:26 · A-10-2025-0033 · 2024/0011
- Extension of the derogation for heavy-duty vehicles with zero emissions
Transport & tourismClimate & environment
New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:27
Adopted 458–182–11 · by a large majority
Thursday, 11 September 2025 1 match
- Package travel and linked travel arrangements: make the protection of travellers more effective and simplify and clarify certain aspects
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 re-refer the matter if it substantially amends its proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.
Economy & single marketTransport & tourism
New laws · report by Alex Agius Saliba · 1st reading · 17 ballots · voted 13:16 · A-10-2025-0140 · 2023/0435