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36 subjects in 15 sittings · 33 adopted, 2 rejected · Sept 2024 – Oct 2026

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  1. Boosting skills in the Union – opportunities for vocational education and training in times of transition

    The report concerns vocational education and training (VET) and how to boost skills in the Union during transitions, responding to the Commission's Union of Skills initiative and the Herning Declaration. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, setting out its vision for a stronger, more attractive and equally valued vocational education and training sector. The text calls on the Commission and member states to turn parity of esteem between vocational and academic pathways into concrete measures in policy design, learner guidance, mobility, recognition systems, investment in quality and public communication.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    21 Oct 2026 · Resolutions · report by Brigitte van den Berg · 6 ballots · voted 13:48 · A-10-2026-0259 · 2026/2070

  2. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean GMB151 x DAS-44406-6

    The text concerns a draft Commission decision to allow products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified soybean GMB151 x DAS-44406-6 onto the market under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003. Parliament adopted the resolution as its official position, objecting to that draft authorisation. Parliament points to scientific uncertainties, gaps in the risk assessment and the lack of a qualified majority among member states, and has repeatedly said the Commission should not authorise such products in those circumstances.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    16 Sept 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 14:48 · B-10-2026-0380 · 2026/2783

  3. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean MON 94313

    Parliament adopted a resolution on a draft Commission decision that would allow products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified soybean MON 94313 to be placed on the market under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003. By adopting the text, Parliament made it its official position, stating that the draft decision exceeds the Commission's implementing powers and is not consistent with Union law. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft implementing decision and not to authorise the GM soybean, citing insufficient evidence on long-term impacts. It also asks the Commission to submit a legislative proposal to reform the decision-making procedure on genetically modified organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    16 Sept 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 14:48 · B-10-2026-0379 · 2026/2782

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

    Genetically modified maize MON 87460

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the draft Commission decision renewing the authorisation for placing on the market products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 87460. Parliament considers that the draft decision exceeds the Commission's implementing powers and is not consistent with Union law, and it calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision. Parliament also calls on the Commission not to renew the authorisation of the GM maize, citing the lack of sufficient evidence on long-term impacts on biodiversity, food safety, farmers' livelihoods and animal health, in line with the One Health approach.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    16 Sept 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 14:49 · B-10-2026-0381 · 2026/2784

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

    Maximum residue levels for flupyradifurone

    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

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

  6. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize NK603 × T25

    The European Parliament voted to block a Commission plan to renew the authorisation of genetically modified maize NK603 × T25 for use in food, feed, and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, meaning the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament cites concerns about herbicide tolerance, potential health and environmental risks, and the lack of member state support.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    8 Jul 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 13:58 · B-10-2026-0335 · 2026/2745

  7. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean MON 87705

    Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation for genetically modified soybean MON 87705 in food, feed, and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament cited concerns about herbicide reliance, potential health and environmental risks, and insufficient long-term studies.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    8 Jul 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 13:58 · B-10-2026-0334 · 2026/2747

  8. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP 202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9

    Parliament objected to a Commission decision that would have authorised selling food and feed made from genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations. The objection passed, so the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be placed on the market in the EU. Parliament cited concerns about herbicide tolerance, safety uncertainties, and missing long-term studies.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    8 Jul 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 13:59 · B-10-2026-0336 · 2026/2746

  9. Plants obtained by certain new genomic techniques and their food and feed

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

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

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  10. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean MON 94637

    The European Parliament adopted a resolution objecting to the Commission's draft decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing genetically modified soybean MON 94637. The objection blocks the Commission measure, meaning the GM soybean cannot be authorised for sale in the EU. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and to reform the GMO authorisation procedure.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    29 Apr 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 15:03 · B-10-2026-0186 · 2026/2651

  11. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean DBN-09004-6

    The European Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would have authorised imports of genetically modified soybean DBN-09004-6, engineered to tolerate the herbicides glufosinate and glyphosate. MEPs adopted the objection, blocking the Commission measure and preventing the soybean from being placed on the EU market. Parliament argued the draft decision exceeded the Commission's implementing powers and was inconsistent with EU law on food safety.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    11 Feb 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:26 · B-10-2026-0107 · 2026/2523

  12. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize T25 (ACS-ZMØØ3-2)

    Parliament objected to a Commission decision that would renew the authorisation of genetically modified maize T25, which is tolerant to the herbicide glufosinate, for use in food, feed, and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament also called on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and to propose a reform of the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    11 Feb 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:26 · B-10-2026-0106 · 2026/2535

  13. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified cotton T304-40

    The European Parliament objected to a draft Commission decision that would renew the authorisation for selling products made from genetically modified cotton T304-40, which is resistant to certain pests and tolerant to the herbicide glufosinate. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation cannot be renewed. Parliament asks the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and to propose a reform of the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    11 Feb 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:27 · B-10-2026-0108 · 2026/2518

  14. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified cotton GHB614 × LLCotton25

    Parliament objected to a Commission plan to renew the authorisation of genetically modified cotton GHB614 × LLCotton25 for use in food, feed and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament argued the draft decision exceeds the Commission's powers and is inconsistent with EU law on GMO safety.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    11 Feb 2026 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:27 · B-10-2026-0109 · 2026/2519

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

    Maximum residue levels for acetamiprid

    The draft Commission regulation would raise maximum residue levels for the pesticide acetamiprid in honey to 1 mg/kg, following a previous increase in July 2025. Parliament rejected the objection to this measure, so the Commission's regulation goes ahead as planned. The resolution argued the increase could harm pollinators and human health, citing scientific studies and regulatory classifications.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

    18 Dec 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2025-0592 · 2025/2975

  16. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize NK603

    Parliament objected to a Commission plan to renew the authorisation of genetically modified maize NK603, which is tolerant to glyphosate, for use in food, feed and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament called on the Commission to withdraw its decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about long-term impacts on biodiversity, food safety, farmers' livelihoods and animal health.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    16 Dec 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:14 · B-10-2025-0562 · 2025/2958

  17. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified sugar beet KWS20-1

    Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would authorise selling food, food ingredients and feed made from genetically modified sugar beet KWS20-1 in the EU. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation cannot go ahead. Parliament asks the Commission to withdraw its implementing decision.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    16 Dec 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:15 · B-10-2025-0559 · 2025/2959

  18. Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

    Amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2429 as regards origin labelling for fruit and vegetables originating in the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara

    The Commission proposed a delegated regulation on origin labelling for fruit and vegetables from Western Sahara, a non-self-governing territory distinct from Morocco. Parliament rejected the objection to this measure, so the Commission's regulation will go ahead. The resolution had objected that the labelling could mislead consumers about the true origin, contrary to EU food information rules.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketTrade & customs

    26 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 10 ballots · voted 12:51 · B-10-2025-0506 · 2025/2943

  19. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize DAS1131

    The European Parliament adopted a resolution objecting to the Commission's draft decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing genetically modified maize DAS1131. The objection blocks the Commission measure, meaning the maize cannot be authorised for sale in the EU under this procedure. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and not to authorise the maize, citing insufficient evidence on long-term impacts.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    25 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:58 · B-10-2025-0489 · 2025/2893

  20. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified cotton MON 88913

    The European Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified cotton MON 88913 for products containing, consisting of, or produced from it. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure, so the renewal authorisation does not go ahead. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about herbicide use, biodiversity, and insufficient long-term safety evidence. It also asks the Commission to propose reforming the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    25 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0492 · 2025/2894

  21. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified oilseed rape MON 88302

    Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified oilseed rape MON 88302 for products containing or produced from it. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure and preventing the renewal from taking effect. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about gene flow, environmental persistence, and herbicide use.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    25 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0490 · 2025/2895

  22. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean MON 87708

    The European Parliament voted to block the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation for genetically modified soybean MON 87708, which is tolerant to the herbicide dicamba. The objection was adopted, meaning the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation cannot be renewed as proposed. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing risks from dicamba use and environmental impacts. It also asks the Commission to propose a reform of the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    25 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0493 · 2025/2896

  23. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize MON 87427

    Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified maize MON 87427 for food, feed, and other uses except cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing risks from glyphosate use and insufficient long-term evidence. It also asks the Commission to propose reforming the GMO decision-making procedure to address Parliament's objections and the lack of qualified majority among member states.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    25 Nov 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:00 · B-10-2025-0491 · 2025/2897

  24. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize DP51291

    Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would have authorised selling food and feed made from genetically modified maize DP51291 in the EU. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be marketed in the Union. MEPs cited concerns about the maize's complex engineering, possible allergens, and the herbicide glufosinate linked to it.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    8 Oct 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 2 ballots · voted 14:03 · B-10-2025-0407 · 2025/2807

  25. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified soybean MON 87705 × MON 87708 × MON 89788

    Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would authorise selling products made from genetically modified soybean MON 87705 × MON 87708 × MON 89788, which is tolerant to glyphosate and dicamba herbicides and has an altered fatty acid profile. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the soybean cannot be placed on the market in the EU. Parliament cited concerns about the lack of a full assessment of the complementary herbicides and their effects on health and the environment.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    8 May 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:51 · B-10-2025-0244 · 2025/2647

  26. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize DP910521

    The European Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP910521. The objection was adopted, meaning the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be authorised for sale in the EU. The resolution cites concerns about the herbicide glufosinate, the Cry1B.34 toxin, and inadequate risk assessment.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    12 Feb 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 4 ballots · voted 12:08 · B-10-2025-0061 · 2024/3010

  27. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize MON 95275

    Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would have authorised the sale of products made from genetically modified maize MON 95275. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be authorised as proposed. Parliament asks the Commission to withdraw its draft and submit a new one, and to consider risks to biodiversity, food safety and health.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    12 Feb 2025 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 6 ballots · voted 12:10 · B-10-2025-0060 · 2024/3011

  28. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603

    The European Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603, which is resistant to glyphosate and produces insecticidal proteins. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure, meaning the renewal authorisation cannot go ahead. Parliament cited concerns about the lack of assessment of complementary herbicides, potential effects of Bt toxins, and impacts on non-target organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    26 Nov 2024 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 12:07 · B-10-2024-0148 · 2024/2836

  29. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified cotton COT102

    Parliament objected to a Commission plan to authorise imports of food, feed and other products made from genetically modified cotton COT102. The objection passed, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation does not go ahead. MEPs cited concerns about Bt toxins, antibiotic resistance markers and the EU's dependency on imported feed.

    Agriculture, food & fisheries

    26 Nov 2024 · Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:08 · B-10-2024-0145 · 2024/2835

  30. Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

    Genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × MON 88017 × 59122 and eight of its sub-combinations

    The European Parliament adopted a resolution objecting to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation for genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × MON 88017 × 59122 and eight sub-combinations. The objection blocks the Commission measure, meaning the renewal authorisation does not go ahead. Parliament cites concerns about the assessment of complementary herbicides, Bt toxins, and effects on non-target organisms.

    Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

    26 Nov 2024 · Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 12:09 · B-10-2024-0147 · 2024/2834

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

  1. 2026/2070 Boosting skills in the Union – opportunities for vocational education and training in times of transition 21 Oct 2026 · 1 vote
  2. 2026/2782 Genetically modified soybean MON 94313 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  3. 2026/2783 Genetically modified soybean GMB151 x DAS-44406-6 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  4. 2026/2784 Genetically modified maize MON 87460 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  5. 2026/2838 Maximum residue levels for flupyradifurone 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  6. 2026/2745 Genetically modified maize NK603 × T25 8 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
  7. 2026/2746 Genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP 202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9 8 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
  8. 2026/2747 Genetically modified soybean MON 87705 8 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
  9. 2023/0226 Plants obtained by certain new genomic techniques and their food and feed 17 Jun 2026 · 1 vote
  10. 2026/2651 Genetically modified soybean MON 94637 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
  11. 2026/2518 Genetically modified cotton T304-40 11 Feb 2026 · 1 vote
  12. 2026/2519 Genetically modified cotton GHB614 × LLCotton25 11 Feb 2026 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 33 most recent final votes about food safety & labelling.

With the result = share of these votes where the group's position matched the outcome (For an adopted text, Against a rejected one). The other columns count the votes by the group's position; Split = no position had a majority among its members. Non-attached members have no group line.

GroupWith the resultForAgainstAbstainedSplit
97 %33000
97 %33000
97 %33000
27 %101904
6 %13200
94 %32010
97 %31110
94 %30210

The latest final votes, group by group

Each group's majority position: For, Against, Abstained, or Split. — = the group did not vote.

Decision
Boosting skills in the Union – opportunities for vocational education and training in times of transition 21 Oct 2026 · adoptedForForForForForAbstainedAbstainedAgainst
Genetically modified soybean GMB151 x DAS-44406-6 16 Sept 2026 · adoptedForForForForAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified soybean MON 94313 16 Sept 2026 · adoptedForForForSplitAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified maize MON 87460 16 Sept 2026 · adoptedForForForForAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified maize NK603 × T25 8 Jul 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified soybean MON 87705 8 Jul 2026 · adoptedForForForForAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP 202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9 8 Jul 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified soybean MON 94637 29 Apr 2026 · adoptedForForForForAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified soybean DBN-09004-6 11 Feb 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified maize T25 (ACS-ZMØØ3-2) 11 Feb 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified cotton T304-40 11 Feb 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor
Genetically modified cotton GHB614 × LLCotton25 11 Feb 2026 · adoptedForForForAgainstAgainstForForFor