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48 subjects match · 42 adopted, 4 rejected

Thursday, 18 December 2025 1 match

  1. Decarbonisation and modernisation of EU fisheries, and the development and deployment of fishing gear

    The European Parliament adopted a resolution on decarbonising and modernising EU fisheries and on developing and deploying fishing gear. The text calls for a balanced transition that reflects realities at sea, supports innovation from within the sector, and avoids disproportionate impacts on fishers. It urges the European Commission to revise outdated rules, improve access to funding, and establish clear definitions and faster approval for innovative fishing gear.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

    Resolutions · report by Ton Diepeveen · 8 ballots · voted 12:18 · A-10-2025-0236 · 2024/2123

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

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 1 match

Thursday, 13 November 2025 3 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

Thursday, 23 October 2025 7 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
  3. Objections pursuant to Rule 114(3): Specifying a methodology for assessing greenhouse gas emissions savings from low-carbon fuels

    Parliament voted on a resolution objecting to a Commission delegated regulation that sets a methodology for assessing greenhouse gas emissions savings from low-carbon fuels. MEPs rejected the text, meaning Parliament did not block the regulation and it can proceed. The resolution had called on the Commission to withdraw the regulation and submit a new one by mid-2026 with revised rules.

    Climate & environmentEnergy

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 2 ballots · voted 13:04 · B-10-2025-0457 · 2025/2809

  4. Renewing the EU-Africa partnership: building common priorities ahead of the Angola Summit

    Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its priorities for the EU-Africa partnership ahead of the EU-African Union summit in Luanda, Angola, on 24 and 25 November 2025. The text calls for making the fight against illegal migration a priority, negotiating readmission agreements with African Union member states, and linking development funds to cooperation on returns. It also demands that the EU's Strategic Partnership with South Africa be conditional on ending discrimination against the Boer minority and compensating victims. Parliament asks the Commission and Council to act on these points and forwards the resolution to EU institutions, member states, the UN, and the African Union.

    Foreign affairsMigration & asylum

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 77 ballots · voted 13:09 · B-10-2025-0474 · 2025/2933

  5. UN Climate Change Conference 2025 in Belém, Brazil (COP30)

    Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its position for the UN Climate Change Conference 2025 in Belém, Brazil (COP30). The text calls for ambitious climate action, including implementing the Paris Agreement and scaling up finance for developing countries. It urges the EU to lead global efforts and ensure a just transition.

    Climate & environment

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 51 ballots · voted 13:18 · B-10-2025-0445 · 2025/2666

    Adopted no count published
  6. Key objectives for the CITES COP20 meeting in Uzbekistan

    Parliament adopted its position on the EU's strategic objectives for the 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 24 November to 5 December 2025. The text calls for stronger protection of species like sharks, elephants, and eels, and for tackling wildlife crime and corruption linked to illegal trade. It also urges the EU to push for stricter trade rules and better enforcement at the meeting.

    Climate & environment

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 9 ballots · voted 13:26 · B-10-2025-0450 · 2025/2618

    Adopted no count published

Wednesday, 22 October 2025 1 match

Tuesday, 21 October 2025 6 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. 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

  5. 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

  6. Adopted no count published

Tuesday, 7 October 2025 2 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

Wednesday, 10 September 2025 2 matches

  1. 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

  2. Role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition. The resolution examines the implementation of the EU Just Transition Fund and proposes measures to improve its effectiveness in helping regions and workers affected by the shift to a carbon-neutral economy. It calls for simplifying rules, establishing a post-2027 Just Transition Fund with greater resources, and ensuring that justice for workers is central to the transition.

    EU budget & fundsJobs, social affairs & equalityClimate & environment

    Resolutions · report by Ciaran Mullooly · 3 ballots · voted 14:23 · A-10-2025-0137 · 2024/2121

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 2 matches

  1. European Climate Law

    Climate & environment

    New laws · 1st reading · voted 13:12

  2. Implementation and delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals in view of the 2025 High-Level Political Forum

    Parliament adopted a resolution on implementing the Sustainable Development Goals ahead of the 2025 High-Level Political Forum. The text sets out Parliament's position, concerns and recommendations for the Forum, which reviews progress on several SDGs. The resolution is non-binding, but it becomes Parliament's official stance on the matter.

    Climate & environmentForeign affairs

    Resolutions · report by Robert Biedroń, Nikolas Farantouris · 30 ballots · voted 13:50 · A-10-2025-0125 · 2025/2014

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

Thursday, 19 June 2025 1 match

  1. Clean Industrial Deal

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the Commission's Clean Industrial Deal, a roadmap for competitiveness and decarbonisation. The adopted text expresses concern about the Deal's potential ineffectiveness and calls for suspending economically harmful Green Deal policies. It urges the Commission to revise or repeal Green Deal legislation and to avoid proposing a 90% net greenhouse gas reduction target for 2040. Parliament also stresses the need for a diversified energy mix, including natural gas, and for technology-neutral approaches.

    Economy & single marketClimate & environment

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 55 ballots · voted 13:26 · B-10-2025-0278 · 2025/2656

Tuesday, 17 June 2025 1 match

  1. Termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Cameroon on forest law enforcement governance and trade in timber and derived products to the Union.

    Parliament adopted a resolution backing the termination of the EU-Cameroon Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber. The agreement, in force since 2011, aimed to ensure all Cameroonian timber exports to the EU are legal, but Cameroon has not fully set up the required legality assurance system. Parliament's position supports ending the agreement, as Cameroon has not met its obligations and forest governance has worsened.

    Climate & environmentTrade & customsForeign affairs

    Resolutions · report by Karin Karlsbro · voted 13:44 · A-10-2025-0094 · 2024/0245M

Thursday, 22 May 2025 1 match

  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

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 1 match

  1. The European Water Resilience Strategy

    Parliament adopted a resolution outlining its position on the upcoming European Water Resilience Strategy, which aims to enhance water resilience and ensure sustainable water management across the EU. The resolution calls for a comprehensive legislative framework covering water efficiency, pollution mitigation, climate adaptation, funding, digitalisation, and cross-border cooperation. It urges binding sectoral targets for water use, stricter enforcement of pollution rules, and the establishment of EU-wide quality standards for PFAS in water. Parliament also asks the Commission to create a dedicated funding line for water resilience in the next EU budget and to promote nature-based solutions and digital tools.

    Climate & environment

    Resolutions · report by Thomas Bajada · 33 ballots · voted 14:16 · A-10-2025-0073 · 2024/2104

Tuesday, 6 May 2025 2 matches

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

Thursday, 3 April 2025 3 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

  2. Energy-intensive industries

    Parliament adopted a resolution on energy-intensive industries, which are crucial for the EU's economy, jobs, strategic autonomy, competitiveness, and decarbonisation. The text calls for faster permitting, grid investment, and measures to cut energy costs, such as promoting long-term contracts and reducing taxes. It also urges support for clean technologies, including hydrogen, and better use of emissions trading revenues.

    Climate & environmentEconomy & single marketEnergy

    Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 50 ballots · voted 13:26 · B-10-2025-0209 · 2025/2536

    Adopted no count published

Tuesday, 1 April 2025 4 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

  2. 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 re-attribution 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 · 2 ballots · voted 13:11 · A-10-2025-0019 · 2023/0454

  3. Re-attribution of scientific and technical tasks and improving cooperation among Union agencies in the area of chemicals

    The proposal reassigns scientific and technical tasks among EU agencies dealing with chemicals and improves their cooperation. Parliament adopted its position on the proposed regulation, supporting the changes with amendments. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

    Climate & environmentEU institutions & Parliament

    New laws · report by Dimitris Tsiodras · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 13:12 · A-10-2025-0020 · 2023/0455