Sittings

Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung

✦ AI This resolution concerns the situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong, following the arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, condemning the eradication of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong and the use of the 2020 National Security Law against journalism, publishing and peaceful political advocacy. Parliament calls for the repeal of the National Security Law and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, and demands the release of those detained for exercising their fundamental rights. It also calls on the Council and the Commission to adopt targeted sanctions against those responsible for violations of fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong, and instructs its President to forward the resolution to the Commission, the Council, China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 7 ballots · voted 13:11 · B-10-2026-0407 · 2026/2873

Narco-trafficking in Europe’s waters: protecting our borders and supporting our law enforcement officers

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on drug trafficking in Europe's waters, covering border protection and support for law enforcement officers. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, meaning it states Parliament's stance without creating law. The resolution condemns attacks and deaths linked to drug trafficking and calls for stronger maritime surveillance, intelligence-sharing and international cooperation along trafficking routes.

Justice, rule of law & rightsHealth

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 21 ballots · voted 13:31 · B-10-2026-0390 · 2026/2797

Objection under Rule 115(2), (3), and (4)(c) · implementing measure

maximum residue levels for flupyradifurone

✦ AI Parliament considered a draft Commission regulation that would change maximum residue levels for several pesticides, including flupyradifurone, in or on certain products. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, objecting to the draft regulation. Parliament asks the Commission not to raise maximum residue levels for flupyradifurone in rapeseeds while a new risk assessment has not been carried out and a review procedure is underway.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2026-0392 · 2026/2838

Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Gerald Loacker

✦ AI Parliament was consulted by the Council on the nomination of Gerald Loacker as a Member of the Court of Auditors. Parliament's Committee on Budgetary Control evaluated his credentials, receiving his curriculum vitae and written questionnaire replies, and held a hearing with him. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, delivering a favourable opinion on the nomination. Parliament instructs its President to forward this decision to the Council and, for information, to the Court of Auditors, the other institutions of the European Union and the audit institutions of the Member States.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2026-0210 · 2026/0806

Temporary derogation from the ePrivacy directive

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

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

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Trajectory to decrease the contribution of high indirect land-use change-risk biofuels, bioliquids and biomass fuels to renewable energy targets

✦ AI The European Parliament voted to block a Commission delegated regulation that would have added soybean to the list of high indirect land-use change-risk feedstocks, phasing out soy-based biodiesel from EU renewable energy targets by 2030. The objection passed, meaning the Commission measure is blocked and cannot enter into force. Parliament does not object to the palm oil phase-down or to fixing the certification procedure, and asks the Commission to revise the act accordingly.

EnergyClimate & environment

Objections · motion for a resolution · 14 ballots · voted 13:09 · B-10-2026-0337 · 2026/2680

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3), and (4)(c) · implementing measure

Lead in certain fishing tackle

✦ AI The European Parliament voted on a resolution to block a Commission regulation restricting lead in certain fishing tackle under the EU chemicals law REACH. MEPs rejected the objection, so the Commission measure will go ahead as planned. The resolution had argued the restriction lacked evidence on alternatives and proportionality, and asked the Commission to withdraw and re-submit it.

Climate & environmentEconomy & single market

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:12 · B-10-2026-0344 · 2026/2714

Temporary derogation from certain provisions of the ePrivacy Directive to combat online child sexual abuse

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

New laws · 2nd reading · voted 13:29

Air passenger rights

✦ AI 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

International passenger transport services by coach and bus in the border regions: cabotage operations between Austria and Switzerland

✦ AI 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

Special Committee on the Housing Crisis in the European Union: extending its term of office and adjusting its responsibilities

✦ AI Parliament extended the term of the special committee on the Housing Crisis in the European Union by six months to monitor solutions proposed in its resolution of 10 March 2026. The committee will monitor the Commission's response, map housing policies, and propose priorities on EU legislation, including a housing simplification procedure in 2027. It will also coordinate with the Commission on best practices, assess financialisation impacts, and prepare for the EU Housing Summit 2026. The committee must present conclusions at the end of its extended term.

EU institutions & ParliamentEconomy & single market

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 8 ballots · voted 13:31 · B-10-2026-0343 · 2026/2807

Implementation and delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals in view of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on implementing the Sustainable Development Goals ahead of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum. The text stresses the need to accelerate progress, particularly on water, energy, and other goals under review, and calls for stronger global partnerships. MEPs also highlight the importance of human rights, good governance, and closing the financing gap to achieve the goals by 2030.

Climate & environmentForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Lukas Mandl, Pierfrancesco Maran · 8 ballots · voted 13:59 · A-10-2026-0187 · 2025/2248

Decision requesting the Authority for European Political Parties and European Political Foundations to verify whether the Europe of Sovereign Nations Party complies with the conditions laid down in Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2025/2445

✦ AI Parliament decided to ask the Authority for European Political Parties and European Political Foundations to check whether the Europe of Sovereign Nations Party meets the conditions in Article 3(1), points (d) and (e), of Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2025/2445. The request follows a letter from the Authority about facts that cast doubt on the party's compliance with the Union's founding values. Parliament's President will forward the decision to the Authority, and for information to the Council and the Commission.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · B-10-2026-0338 · 2026/2792

Shipments of waste: export of mixed municipal waste for recovery to Switzerland

Climate & environmentForeign affairs

New laws · 1st reading · voted 13:14

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

✦ AI 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

Implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and risks to the security of supply of medicines

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on implementing the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and risks to medicine supply security. It supports the directive's environmental goals but worries that higher-than-expected costs and the polluter-pays scheme could hurt medicine availability and EU manufacturing. MEPs ask the Commission to run an independent study by early 2027 and to suspend the extended producer responsibility rules until its findings are assessed.

Climate & environmentHealth

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 25 ballots · voted 13:15 · B-10-2026-0282 · 2026/2652

Recruitment of children by organised crime

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the recruitment, radicalisation and exploitation of children by organised criminal and terrorist groups, calling it a serious crime and a growing security threat. MEPs urge member states to treat such recruitment as an aggravating circumstance in criminal proceedings and to assess whether legal frameworks adequately address adults using minors for offences like drug trafficking, cybercrime or terrorism. The text stresses that minors may be victims but should not automatically escape criminal responsibility for serious or repeated offences, and calls for stronger sanctions against adult recruiters and negligent parents. Parliament also asks for enhanced age verification, better victim compensation, stronger action by digital platforms, and improved international cooperation to tackle cross-border recruitment networks.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 26 ballots · voted 13:24 · B-10-2026-0276 · 2026/2725

Hague Convention (1980) on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: accession of Cabo Verde

✦ AI The proposal authorises EU member states to accept, in the Union's interest, Cabo Verde's accession to the 1980 Hague Convention on international child abduction. Parliament approved the authorisation, meaning member states can now accept the accession, making the Convention effective in cases involving the EU and Cabo Verde. Parliament forwards its position to the Council, the Commission, member states' governments and parliaments, and the Hague Conference's Permanent Bureau.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

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

EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products: termination (Resolution)

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution backing the termination of the EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on timber trade, which aims to combat illegal logging. The agreement, in force since 2013, has not achieved its core objective as Liberia's licensing scheme is not operational. Parliament supports ending the agreement and encourages the Commission to assist Liberia in meeting EU timber regulations and preparing for the deforestation regulation.

Climate & environmentForeign affairsTrade & customs

Resolutions · report by Karin Karlsbro · voted 13:54 · A-10-2026-0146 · 2025/0259M

Recommendation on promoting transnational governance on water in the interests of conflict prevention and peace

✦ AI Parliament adopted a recommendation urging the EU to promote transnational water governance as a tool for conflict prevention and peace. The text calls for stronger EU external action, including political dialogue, mediation, and support for transboundary water cooperation. It also asks for better funding and coordination of existing instruments, and for water diplomacy to be a priority in EU foreign policy.

Climate & environmentForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Leoluca Orlando · 8 ballots · voted 14:33 · A-10-2026-0150 · 2025/2216

Shipments of waste: export of mixed municipal waste for recovery to Switzerland

Climate & environment

New laws · 1st reading

European political parties and foundations – 2026 report on the application of Regulation (EU, Euratom) No 2025/2445 and on the activities funded

✦ AI Parliament adopted its annual report on the application of the regulation on European political parties and foundations, assessing the first months of the new rules. The text highlights the strategic role of European political foundations and calls for a review of their funding provisions, which are deemed insufficient for their growing tasks. MEPs ask the Commission to consider a legislative proposal to revise the funding rules, ensuring adequate resources while maintaining transparency and accountability.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · report by Loránt Vincze, Charles Goerens · 18 ballots · voted 13:40 · A-10-2026-0145 · 2026/2013

Countering transnational repression – towards an EU strategy to protect Europe’s sovereignty and democratic values

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution calling for an EU strategy to counter transnational repression, where foreign states target people in the EU to silence or harm them. The text urges coordinated EU action to protect victims, close legal gaps, and hold perpetrators accountable, including through sanctions.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Hannah Neumann · 16 ballots · voted 13:46 · A-10-2026-0142 · 2025/2179

Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package)

✦ AI 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.

Transport & tourism

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

Rights, support and protection of victims of crime

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law updating minimum standards for the rights, support and protection of victims of crime. The law updates Directive 2012/29/EU and replaces an older Council framework decision. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal.

Justice, rule of law & rights

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

The multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea and ways forward

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea, calling for urgent action to address the sea's critical state and proposing changes to fisheries management. The resolution sets out immediate actions within current rules, steps to improve scientific advice, and a new management approach requiring legal changes to the Baltic MAP. Parliament's position is that the existing plan has failed to restore fish stocks and that a reset of the ecosystem is needed, with a focus on low-impact fishing for human consumption.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

Resolutions · report by Isabella Lövin · 54 ballots · voted 13:38 · A-10-2026-0121 · 2024/2127

The impact of the implementation of the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive 2014/89/EU on fisheries in selected fishing areas and sea basins

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on how the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive affects fisheries in selected fishing areas and sea basins. The text finds uneven implementation, limited benefits for fisheries, and calls for better stakeholder engagement, data, and cross-border cooperation. MEPs ask the Commission to revise the directive through the forthcoming Ocean Act and to set binding targets.

Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Stéphanie Yon-Courtin · 8 ballots · voted 13:24 · A-10-2026-0120 · 2024/2126

Rule of law, fundamental rights and misuse of EU funds in Slovakia: the need for an EU response

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the rule of law, fundamental rights and misuse of EU funds in Slovakia, calling for an EU response. The resolution expresses serious concerns about criminal law reforms, pressure on judiciary and media, and weaknesses in EU fund management in Slovakia. It asks the EU institutions to address these issues, including through the Rule of Law Conditionality Regulation.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 40 ballots · voted 13:45 · B-10-2026-0245 · 2026/2607

Single European railway area: use of railway infrastructure capacity

Transport & tourism

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

Production and marketing of forest reproductive material

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environmentEconomy & single market

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

Escalating trafficking and exploitation by criminal groups in Haiti

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the transformation of criminal groups in Haiti into organised trafficking and exploitation networks, including child recruitment, sexual violence, kidnapping and extortion. It calls for dismantling these networks, treating child victims as victims, and scaling up EU support for anti-trafficking efforts, judicial cooperation, and border monitoring. The resolution also demands full implementation of the UN arms embargo, stronger international cooperation, and increased humanitarian assistance.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 19 ballots · voted 13:07 · B-10-2026-0220 · 2026/2702

The need for targeted criminal provisions and platforms’ responsibility to effectively address cyberbullying and online harassment

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution calling for targeted EU criminal provisions and clearer platform responsibility to tackle cyberbullying and online harassment. The text urges the Commission to assess gaps in EU law and consider harmonised minimum rules on defining and sanctioning cyberbullying. It also asks member states to set effective penalties and invites the Commission to examine recognising image-based abuse as a serious cross-border crime.

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 20 ballots · voted 13:37 · B-10-2026-0235 · 2026/2693

Simplification of certain requirements and procedures for chemical products

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify requirements and procedures for chemical products, amending rules on classification, labelling and packaging, cosmetics, and fertilising products. The adopted text aims to reduce administrative burdens while maintaining high protection levels, for example by making labelling rules more flexible and streamlining approval procedures for cosmetic ingredients. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and forwards its position to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

Climate & environmentEconomy & single market

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

Market stability reserve for the buildings, road transport and additional sector

✦ AI The proposal amends the market stability reserve for the emissions trading system covering buildings, road transport and additional sectors. Parliament adopted its position on the law, which includes changes to the reserve's trigger mechanism and price control. Parliament asks the Commission to reassess the proposal if it is substantially amended and to forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Climate & environment

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

European Chemicals Agency and amending regulations

✦ AI 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

Situation of fundamental rights in the European Union in 2024 and 2025

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation of fundamental rights in the EU in 2024 and 2025, covering threats to the rule of law, civic space, hate speech, and rights of women and LGBTIQ+ people. The resolution calls for action to uphold EU values, protect democracy, address rights violations at borders, combat gender-based violence, support civil society, and fight discrimination. It also highlights risks from digital change and artificial intelligence, and stresses the need to renew democratic foundations and strengthen citizens' participation.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Anna Strolenberg · 125 ballots · voted 14:32 · A-10-2026-0042 · 2025/2135

The Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report

✦ AI Parliament adopted its resolution on the Commission's 2025 Rule of Law report, setting out its position on the state of rule of law in the EU. The resolution calls for strengthening the Commission's reporting, protecting journalists and civil society, and ensuring EU funds do not facilitate rights violations. It also urges EU institutions to respect rule of law obligations and to address socio-economic inequalities and racism as part of the rule of law agenda.

EU institutions & ParliamentJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Konstantinos Arvanitis · 32 ballots · voted 14:53 · A-10-2026-0091 · 2025/2239

Monitoring the application of European Union law in 2023, 2024 and 2025

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on monitoring the application of European Union law in 2023, 2024 and 2025. The resolution assesses the Commission's reports and stresses the need for regular, comprehensive reporting, noting concern over the lack of a 2024 report. It calls on the Commission to publish transparent criteria for infringement cases and to streamline the pre-litigation phase.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Dainius Žalimas · 33 ballots · voted 14:59 · A-10-2026-0037 · 2025/2016

Accounting of greenhouse gas emissions of transport services

✦ AI 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

Amendments to Parliament's Rules of Procedure concerning appointments to Union agencies and bodies (Rule 135)

✦ AI Parliament amended its internal rules on how it appoints members to Union agencies and bodies, updating Rule 135 of its Rules of Procedure. The adopted text becomes Parliament's official position and takes effect at the start of the next part-session. Parliament will send the decision to the Council and the Commission for information.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · report by Sven Simon · voted 14:02 · A-10-2026-0064 · 2025/2262

Importance of consent-based rape legislation in the EU

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the importance of consent-based rape legislation in the EU, calling for legal definitions of rape to centre on the absence of consent. The resolution highlights that most rapes are committed by known persons and that victims may freeze, so lack of physical resistance does not imply consent. It urges member states to align their laws with the Istanbul Convention and to train justice professionals in trauma-informed approaches.

Jobs, social affairs & equalityJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Evin Incir, Joanna Scheuring-Wielgus · 31 ballots · voted 14:07 · A-10-2026-0047 · 2025/2040

Protection of the European Union’s financial interests – combating fraud – annual report 2024

✦ AI The resolution concerns the protection of the EU's financial interests and the fight against fraud, based on the Commission's 2024 annual report. Parliament rejected the text, meaning it does not adopt the proposed resolution. The text had called for stronger anti-fraud measures, including better detection, prevention, and use of digital tools.

EU budget & fundsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Julien Sanchez · 81 ballots · voted 14:14 · A-10-2026-0080 · 2025/2238

Enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage and driving local excellence in European tourism – destination management and regional tourism growth

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage, and driving local excellence in European tourism, focusing on destination management and regional tourism growth. The resolution calls for a coherent EU tourism strategy, improved transport connectivity, support for sustainable destination management, and measures to address challenges like overtourism and short-term rentals. It also emphasizes the role of cultural heritage, digital tools, and skills development in making tourism more sustainable and inclusive.

Transport & tourism

Resolutions · report by Daniel Attard · voted 14:32 · A-10-2026-0078 · 2025/2120

Extension of the term of office of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield

EU institutions & ParliamentJustice, rule of law & rights

Other · voted 13:08

Combating corruption

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive to combat corruption, replacing existing rules and updating criminal offences. The directive sets minimum standards for defining and sanctioning corruption, including bribery in public and private sectors, and adds new offences like concealment of corruption proceeds and misconduct in public office. Parliament also strengthens prevention measures, protects whistle-blowers and victims, and aligns rules with the UN Convention against corruption.

Justice, rule of law & rights

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

Proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1232 as regards the extension of its period of application

✦ AI The proposal sought to extend the period of application of Regulation (EU) 2021/1232, which concerns a temporary derogation from certain obligations under EU law. Parliament rejected the proposal, meaning it will not proceed further in the legislative process. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its proposal and will forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

Justice, rule of law & rights

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

Surface water and groundwater pollutants

✦ AI The draft law updates EU water rules by amending directives on water policy, groundwater protection, and environmental quality standards. Parliament approved the Council's position, meaning the act is adopted and will be signed and published in the Official Journal.

Climate & environment

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

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Union framework for the national calculation of life-cycle global warming potential

✦ AI The European Parliament voted to reject an objection to a Commission delegated regulation that sets a Union-wide method for calculating the life-cycle global warming potential of buildings. The objection failed, so the Commission measure goes ahead as planned. The Parliament calls on the Commission to submit a new, more limited delegated regulation by the third quarter of 2026.

Climate & environmentEnergy

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 11:07 · B-10-2026-0178 · 2025/3044

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Certification methodologies for permanent carbon removals activities

✦ AI Parliament rejected an objection to the Commission's delegated regulation setting certification methodologies for permanent carbon removals. The measure therefore goes ahead, meaning the Commission's methodologies will apply. The objection argued the methodologies did not cover all lifecycle emissions and lacked monitoring for biochar.

Climate & environment

Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2026-0181 · 2026/2598

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Union list of projects of common interest and projects of mutual interest

✦ AI The Commission's delegated regulation amends the EU list of projects of common interest and projects of mutual interest for energy infrastructure. Parliament rejected the objection to this measure, so the Commission's updated list will go ahead. The resolution had argued the list under-prioritises renewables and electrification, and includes fossil fuel projects linked to corruption and human rights concerns.

EnergyClimate & environment

Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2026-0179 · 2025/3009

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

✦ AI 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

Activities of the European Ombudsman – annual report 2024

✦ AI The European Parliament voted on a resolution concerning the annual report on the activities of the European Ombudsman in 2024. Parliament rejected the text, meaning it did not adopt the resolution.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · report by Bogdan Rzońca · 70 ballots · voted 12:10 · A-10-2026-0015 · 2025/2138

Proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1232 as regards the extension of its period of application

✦ AI Parliament voted on a proposal to extend the application period of Regulation (EU) 2021/1232, which concerns a specific EU law. 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.

Justice, rule of law & rights

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

Framework Agreement on relations between the European Parliament and the European Commission

✦ AI Parliament approved a revised agreement with the Commission that updates how the two institutions cooperate, aiming to strengthen democratic scrutiny and political accountability. The agreement includes commitments on equal treatment of Parliament and the Council, timely information on initiatives, and the presence of Commissioners in plenary and committees. It also strengthens Parliament's right to request legislation and improves oversight of emergency measures and international agreements. Parliament instructed its President to sign the agreement and arrange for its publication in the Official Journal.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · report by Sven Simon · 4 ballots · voted 12:43 · A-10-2026-0031 · 2025/2243

Harmonising certain aspects of insolvency law

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed directive harmonising certain aspects of insolvency law across the EU. The directive aims to make insolvency proceedings more uniform and efficient, protecting businesses and creditors. Parliament's amendments include strengthening avoidance actions, improving asset tracing, and removing rules on simplified winding-up for microenterprises. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Economy & single marketJustice, rule of law & rights

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

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

European Union regulatory fitness and subsidiarity and proportionality – report on Better Law-Making covering 2023 and 2024

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the EU's regulatory fitness and the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality, based on the Commission's 2023 and 2024 annual reports on better law-making. The resolution calls for improving EU law-making by ensuring legislation is proportionate, clear, and evidence-based, and by addressing the shortcomings of the 'one in, one out' approach. It also highlights the role of national parliaments in safeguarding subsidiarity and the potential of artificial intelligence to enhance the legislative cycle.

EU institutions & Parliament

Resolutions · report by Jörgen Warborn · voted 13:16 · A-10-2026-0020 · 2025/2015

Public access to documents - report 2022 - 2024

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on public access to documents, covering the years 2022 to 2024. The text reaffirms that access to documents is a fundamental right and calls for a culture of transparency where disclosure is the rule and secrecy the exception. It also urges timely decisions on requests and early access to legislative and trilogue documents, among other measures.

EU institutions & ParliamentJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová · 15 ballots · voted 14:05 · A-10-2026-0011 · 2025/2137

Fisheries management approaches for safeguarding sensitive species, tackling invasive species and benefiting local economies

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on fisheries management approaches for safeguarding sensitive species, tackling invasive alien species, and benefiting local economies. The text urges the Commission and member states to prioritise conservation of sensitive species through robust fisheries management and full implementation of marine protected area goals. It calls for improved monitoring and harmonised indicators for marine invasive alien species, and for financial support for protection and early warning systems.

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Resolutions · report by André Franqueira Rodrigues · 10 ballots · voted 14:11 · A-10-2026-0018 · 2025/2011