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63 subjects match · 54 adopted, 3 rejected

Wednesday, 17 December 2025 3 matches

  1. 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.

    Migration & asylum

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

  2. 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.

    Migration & asylum

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

Tuesday, 16 December 2025 4 matches

  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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.

    EU budget & funds

    New laws · report by Pascal Arimont · 1st reading · voted 13:10 · A-10-2025-0233 · 2025/0289

  4. Adopted no count published

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 2 matches

  1. 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

Tuesday, 25 November 2025 1 match

  1. Enhancing police cooperation in relation to the prevention, detection and investigation of migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings; enhancing Europol’s support to preventing and combating such crimes

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to step up police cooperation against migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings and to strengthen Europol's support in fighting these crimes. The law would make Europol a central hub for criminal information and create a European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling inside the agency, with member states setting up dedicated national structures. Parliament also backed extra funding and 50 new posts for Europol, while asking the Commission to clarify how staff and money would be moved from other programmes.

    Justice, rule of law & rights

    New laws · report by Jeroen Lenaers · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 12:28 · A-10-2025-0109 · 2023/0438

Thursday, 13 November 2025 4 matches

  1. Framework for achieving climate neutrality

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law amending the EU climate law to set a 2040 climate target and strengthen the path to climate neutrality by 2050. The adopted text sets an EU-wide domestic target of at least 90% emission reduction by 2040 relative to 1990 levels, with a limited role for permanent removals. It also calls for support for farmers and rural communities, including funding and measures to address fuel and energy costs. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · report by Ondřej Knotek · 1st reading · 52 ballots · voted 10:56 · A-10-2025-0223 · 2025/0524

  2. Conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to conserve and sustainably use marine biodiversity in ocean areas beyond national jurisdiction. The law would implement an international agreement protecting high seas ecosystems, which cover nearly two thirds of the world's oceans. Parliament's position includes amendments to align the text closely with that agreement, covering environmental assessments and area-based management tools. The Council and Commission will now consider Parliament's position before the law can be finalised.

    Climate & environmentForeign affairs

    New laws · report by Michal Wiezik · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 11:06 · A-10-2025-0205 · 2025/0090

  3. Adopted no count published
  4. 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

Thursday, 23 October 2025 3 matches

  1. Soil Monitoring and Resilience (Soil Monitoring Law)

    The proposal is a directive on soil monitoring and resilience, known as the Soil Monitoring Law. Parliament rejected the Council's position at first reading, meaning the proposal was not approved. The rejection was based on the committee's recommendation for second reading.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · report by Martin Hojsík · 2nd reading · voted 13:08 · A-10-2025-0204 · 2023/0232

  2. Preventing plastic pellet losses to reduce microplastic pollution

    The draft regulation aims to prevent plastic pellet losses to reduce microplastic pollution. Parliament approved the Council's position at first reading, meaning the act is adopted in line with that position. Parliament instructs its President and Secretary-General to sign the act and arrange for its publication in the Official Journal.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0203 · 2023/0373

    no count published

Wednesday, 22 October 2025 1 match

Tuesday, 21 October 2025 9 matches

  1. 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

  2. Common data platform on chemicals, establishing a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals

    The proposed law would create a common EU data platform on chemicals, making the data findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable, and set up a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals. Parliament adopted its position on the proposal, backing the plan to centralise chemical safety information and improve coordination across EU legislation. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal, and will forward its position to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras · 1st reading · voted 13:20 · A-10-2025-0018 · 2023/0453

  3. 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

  4. General Data Protection Regulation: additional procedural rules relating to the enforcement of the Regulation

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation laying down additional procedural rules for enforcing the General Data Protection Regulation. The rules aim to streamline cross-border procedures, clarify rights of parties, and introduce deadlines for legal certainty. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

    Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

    New laws · report by Markéta Gregorová · 1st reading · voted 13:21 · A-9-2024-0045 · 2023/0202

  5. Monitoring framework for resilient European forests

    Parliament voted on a proposed EU law to set up a monitoring framework for resilient European forests. It rejected the Commission's proposal and called on the Commission to withdraw it. Parliament will forward its position to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

    Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

    New laws · report by Emma Wiesner, Eric Sargiacomo · 1st reading · 11 ballots · voted 13:25 · A-10-2025-0176 · 2023/0413

  6. 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

  7. Adopted no count published
  8. 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.

    Transport & tourism

    New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0191 · 2023/0053

    no count published
  9. 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.

    Transport & tourism

    New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0193 · 2023/0055

    no count published

Thursday, 9 October 2025 1 match

  1. Establishment and functioning of European Works Councils - effective enforcement

    The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend the directive on European Works Councils, aiming to improve their establishment and functioning and to ensure effective enforcement of transnational information and consultation rights. The adopted text includes amendments to bring certain pre-existing agreements under the directive's scope and to require information and consultation before measures with potential significant effects on employees' interests are implemented. Parliament's position will now be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    New laws · report by Dennis Radtke · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:12 · A-10-2024-0029 · 2024/0006

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 2 matches

  1. 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

  2. Guidelines for the employment policies of the Member States

    Parliament approved the Commission's proposal for a Council decision on guidelines for the employment policies of the member states. This means Parliament adopted its position on the proposed law, which sets out employment policy guidelines for member states. Parliament asks the Council to notify it if the Council intends to depart from the text Parliament approved, and to consult Parliament again if it intends to substantially amend that text.

    Jobs, social affairs & equality

    New laws · report by Li Andersson · consultation · 14 ballots · voted 13:56 · A-10-2025-0160 · 2025/0154

Tuesday, 7 October 2025 3 matches

  1. 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

  2. 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

Thursday, 11 September 2025 1 match

  1. 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

Wednesday, 10 September 2025 5 matches

  1. European Social Fund (ESF+): specific measures to address strategic challenges

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend the European Social Fund+ regulation to address strategic challenges. The changes allow member states to redirect funds to new EU priorities, with incentives like higher pre-financing and co-financing rates. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

    EU budget & fundsJobs, social affairs & equality

    New laws · report by Marit Maij · 1st reading · 9 ballots · voted 14:17 · A-10-2025-0122 · 2025/0085

  2. Amending ERDF, Cohesion Fund and Just Transition Fund as regards specific measures to address strategic challenges in the context of the mid-term review

    The proposal amends EU cohesion policy rules to let member states redirect funds to new strategic priorities, such as defence and competitiveness, during the mid-term review. Parliament adopted its position on the law, backing the changes with amendments, including support for long-duration electricity storage and safeguards on rule-of-law conditionality. Parliament calls on the Commission to reassess the 15% reallocation threshold and to report on transfers, ensuring transparency and protecting cohesion objectives.

    EU budget & funds

    New laws · report by Dragoş Benea · 1st reading · 16 ballots · voted 14:18 · A-10-2025-0129 · 2025/0084

  3. Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: simplification and strengthening

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify and strengthen the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism, which aims to ease obligations for small importers. The proposal introduces a de minimis exemption for imports below 50 tonnes, relieving around 90% of importers while keeping about 99% of emissions covered. 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.

    Climate & environmentEconomy & single marketTrade & customs

    New laws · report by Antonio Decaro · 1st reading · 5 ballots · voted 14:19 · A-10-2025-0085 · 2025/0039

  4. Insolvency proceedings: replacing Annexes A and B

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation updating the annexes of the EU law on cross-border insolvency proceedings. The annexes list the national procedures covered by the regulation, and the update reflects changes in member states' laws. Parliament asks the Commission to consult it again if the proposal is substantially amended.

    Justice, rule of law & rights

    New laws · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · 1st reading · voted 14:20 · A-10-2025-0127 · 2025/0023

  5. Extension of the timeframe for the establishment of the Eurojust case management system

    The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation to extend the timeframe for setting up the Eurojust case management system. The position takes over the Commission proposal, meaning Parliament agrees to the extension as proposed. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it makes substantial changes, and instructs its President to forward the position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

    Justice, rule of law & rights

    New laws · report by Javier Zarzalejos · 1st reading · voted 14:21 · A-10-2025-0152 · 2025/0074

Tuesday, 9 September 2025 3 matches

  1. Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting circularity requirements for vehicle design and rules for managing end-of-life vehicles. The law aims to boost recycling of materials like steel and plastic, improve how old vehicles are handled, and align rules across member states. Parliament's 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 · 67 ballots · voted 13:41 · A-10-2025-0158 · 2023/0284

  2. Adopted no count published
  3. Waste Framework Directive: textiles and food waste

    The draft law amends the Waste Framework Directive to update rules on waste, including textiles and food waste. Parliament approved the Council's position at first reading, meaning the act is adopted as agreed. Parliament instructs its President and Secretary-General to sign the act and arrange its publication in the Official Journal.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · committee report · 2nd reading · A-10-2025-0144 · 2023/0234

    no count published

Thursday, 10 July 2025 1 match

  1. Amending Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 as regards obligations of economic operators concerning battery due diligence policies

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law that would amend EU rules on battery due diligence policies for economic operators. The position takes over the Commission's proposal, meaning Parliament agrees with the proposed changes. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it makes substantial changes, and will forward its position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

    Climate & environmentHealthEconomy & single market

    New laws · report by Antonio Decaro · 1st reading · 9 ballots · voted 13:10 · A-10-2025-0134 · 2025/0129

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 1 match

  1. European Climate Law

    Climate & environment

    New laws · 1st reading · voted 13:12

Tuesday, 8 July 2025 1 match

  1. Temporary derogation from certain provisions of Regulations (EU) 2017/2226 and (EU) 2016/399

    The European Parliament adopted its position on a regulation allowing a progressive start of operations for the Entry/Exit System (EES), a database registering entries and exits of third-country nationals at Schengen borders. The regulation temporarily derogates from certain rules to let member states phase in the EES over 180 days, instead of requiring a full simultaneous launch at all border points. 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.

    Migration & asylum

    New laws · report by Assita Kanko · 1st reading · voted 13:36 · A-10-2025-0082 · 2024/0315

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 3 matches

  1. Combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child sexual abuse material and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA (recast)

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive to combat child sexual abuse and exploitation, updating rules on defining offences and supporting victims. The directive aims to harmonise criminal law across member states, addressing crimes like child sexual abuse material and grooming, and to improve detection and reporting of online abuse. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.

    Justice, rule of law & rightsDigital, AI & data

    New laws · report by Jeroen Lenaers · 1st reading · 35 ballots · voted 13:37 · A-10-2025-0097 · 2024/0035

  2. 5 ballots, no final vote

Thursday, 22 May 2025 2 matches

  1. Amending Regulation (EU) 2023/956 as regards simplifying and strengthening the carbon border adjustment mechanism

    Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify and strengthen the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM), which sets a carbon price on certain imports into the EU. The proposal introduces a de minimis exemption for imports below 50 tonnes, relieving around 90% of importers from CBAM obligations while keeping about 99% of embedded emissions covered. It also streamlines the authorisation process for declarants, simplifies emission calculation procedures, and improves the management of CBAM-related financial liabilities. Parliament calls on 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 & environmentEconomy & single marketTrade & customs

    New laws · report by Antonio Decaro · 1st reading · 30 ballots · voted 12:05 · A-10-2025-0085 · 2025/0039

  2. Adopted no count published

Thursday, 8 May 2025 2 matches

  1. The protection status of the wolf (Canis lupus)

    Climate & environment

    New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:15

Wednesday, 7 May 2025 2 matches

Tuesday, 6 May 2025 2 matches

  1. Adopted no count published
  2. Adopted no count published

Thursday, 3 April 2025 2 matches

  1. 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 · voted 13:09 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

Tuesday, 1 April 2025 2 matches

  1. Common data platform on chemicals, establishing a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals

    The proposal establishes a common data platform on chemicals and a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals, making data findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable. 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 or replaces its proposal.

    Climate & environment

    New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:09 · A-10-2025-0018 · 2023/0453

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