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

    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

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

  2. Appointment of the Executive Director of the European Banking Authority

    Parliament considered the appointment of Thomas Gstädtner as Executive Director of the European Banking Authority, following a proposal from the Authority's Board of Supervisors and a hearing in the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs. Parliament adopted the decision, meaning it approves the appointment as its official position. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, the European Banking Authority and the governments of the member states.

    EU institutions & ParliamentEconomy & single market

    15 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2026-0222 · 2026/0901

  3. Appointment of the Chairperson of the European Securities and Markets Authority

    Parliament considered the appointment of Carlo Comporti as Chairperson of the European Securities and Markets Authority, following a shortlist drawn up by the Authority's Board of Supervisors and a Council proposal. Parliament adopted the decision, meaning it approves the appointment as its official position. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, the European Securities and Markets Authority and the governments of the member states.

    EU institutions & ParliamentEconomy & single market

    15 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2026-0223 · 2026/0804

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

    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

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

    Adopted no count published
  5. Amendment of the European Electoral Act allowing Members to vote in plenary by proxy voting during pregnancy and after giving birth

    The draft Council decision amends the European Electoral Act to let MEPs who are pregnant or have recently given birth vote by proxy in plenary for up to three months before the expected birth and six months after. Parliament gave its consent to the Council's position, which also says the MEP statute and Parliament's rules should set out the general and detailed conditions for such delegation. The reform will enter into force after member states approve it according to their constitutional requirements.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    29 Apr 2026 · Consent · report by Juan Fernando López Aguilar · consent procedure · voted 13:14 · A-10-2026-0123 · 2025/0900

  6. The Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report

    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

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

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

    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

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

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

    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

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

  9. Appointment of the Chairperson of the European Banking Authority

    Parliament voted on the proposal to appoint François-Louis Michaud as Chairperson of the European Banking Authority, following a Council proposal of 4 February 2026 for a five-year term. Parliament approved the appointment, so Michaud is confirmed in the post. Parliament instructed its President to forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, the European Banking Authority and the governments of the member states.

    Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament

    10 Mar 2026 · Other · TA-10-2026-0061 · 2026/0802

  10. Appointment of the European Chief Prosecutor

    Parliament approved the appointment of Andrés Ritter as the European Chief Prosecutor of the European Public Prosecutor's Office. The appointment follows a shortlist of four candidates drawn up by a selection panel, a public hearing of the candidates, and support for the same candidate from Parliament's Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs Committee and the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the member states. Parliament instructs its President to sign the annexed decision with the President of the Council and to arrange its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Parliament also instructs its President to forward the decision, including its annex, to the Council and, for information, to the Commission.

    Justice, rule of law & rightsEU institutions & Parliament

    10 Mar 2026 · Other · TA-10-2026-0062 · 2025/0803

  11. Appointment of the Vice-President of the European Central Bank

    Parliament was consulted on the Council's recommendation to appoint Boris Vujčić as Vice-President of the European Central Bank for a term of 8 years, with effect from 1 June 2026. Parliament delivered a favourable opinion on the recommendation, so the appointment process can go ahead on that basis. Before deciding, Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs evaluated his credentials, received his curriculum vitae and written replies, and held a hearing with him. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the European Council, the Council and the governments of the member states.

    Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament

    10 Mar 2026 · Other · TA-10-2026-0060 · 2026/0801

  12. Appointment of the Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board of the European Central Bank

    Parliament approved the appointment of Frank Elderson as Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board of the European Central Bank, endorsing the proposal to extend his term. The decision follows an evaluation of the candidate's credentials and a hearing held by the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs. Parliament will forward its decision to the Council, the Commission, the European Central Bank, and the governments of the member states.

    Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament

    10 Feb 2026 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2026-0008 · 2025/0906

  13. Appointment of a Member of the Executive Board of the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)

    Parliament considered a proposal to appoint Ms Henrica Maria Verbeek-Kusters as a Member of the Executive Board of the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA). Parliament approved the appointment, so the candidate is approved for that Executive Board position. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, the Authority and the governments of the member states.

    EU institutions & ParliamentEconomy & single market

    18 Dec 2025 · Other · TA-10-2025-0342 · 2025/0905

  14. Appointment of the Executive Director of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA)

    Parliament considered the proposed appointment of Damian Jaworski as Executive Director of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA), a body that supervises insurance and occupational pensions. Parliament approved the appointment, so Jaworski takes the post for a term of five years. The proposal came from EIOPA's Board of Supervisors after an open selection procedure, and the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs held a hearing with him beforehand. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council, the Commission, EIOPA and the governments of the member states.

    Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament

    17 Dec 2025 · Other · TA-10-2025-0334 · 2025/0904

  15. Application of the Treaty provisions related to the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality and the role of national parliaments in the EU legislative process

    Parliament adopted a resolution on how the EU applies the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality, which determine when the Union should act and how national parliaments should be involved. The text reaffirms the importance of these principles and calls on the Commission to respect member states' competences and to justify EU action more thoroughly. It also asks for stronger involvement of national parliaments in EU law-making, including through the early warning system.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    27 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · report by Marieke Ehlers · 2 ballots · voted 12:26 · A-10-2025-0224 · 2025/2042

  16. Institutional aspects of the report on the future of European competitiveness (Draghi Report)

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the institutional aspects of the Draghi Report on European competitiveness, which analyses the EU's structural challenges and proposes reforms. The adopted text calls for extending qualified majority voting in the Council, using passerelle clauses, and enhancing Parliament's legislative powers, including the right of initiative. It also stresses the need for common European debt instruments to finance investment and for institutional reforms to accompany policy ambitions.

    Economy & single marketEU institutions & Parliament

    25 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · report by Brando Benifei · 20 ballots · voted 12:44 · A-10-2025-0196 · 2025/2013

  17. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors - Daniel Caspary

    Parliament delivered a favourable opinion on the Council's nomination of Daniel Caspary as a Member of the Court of Auditors. The decision follows an evaluation of his credentials and a hearing by the Committee on Budgetary Control. Parliament's President will forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    25 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0238 · 2025/0809

  18. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Nikolaos Milionis

    Parliament voted on the Council's nomination of Nikolaos Milionis as a Member of the Court of Auditors. It adopted its position, delivering a favourable opinion on the nomination. The decision will be forwarded to the Council and other EU institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    13 Nov 2025 · New laws · committee report · consultation · A-10-2025-0218 · 2025/0807

  19. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Pierre Moscovici

    Parliament voted on the Council's nomination of Pierre Moscovici as a Member of the Court of Auditors. It adopted its position, delivering a favourable opinion on the nomination. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    13 Nov 2025 · New laws · committee report · consultation · A-10-2025-0219 · 2025/0808

  20. Appointment of Maria Berger to the panel set up under Article 255 of the TFEU

    Parliament adopted a decision proposing the appointment of Maria Berger to the panel set up under Article 255 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union. The panel assesses candidates' suitability to serve as members of the Court of Justice and the General Court. Parliament will forward the decision to the President of the Court of Justice and to the Council.

    EU institutions & ParliamentJustice, rule of law & rights

    13 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · B-10-2025-0486 · 2025/2223

  21. Institutional consequences of the EU enlargement negotiations

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the institutional consequences of EU enlargement negotiations, setting out its position on reforming the Union's framework for a future with more member states. The text calls for a more efficient, faster, powerful, and democratic Union, including lifting vetoes, creating a European defence system, and empowering Parliament. It proposes using Treaty flexibilities like passerelle clauses and enhanced cooperation, alongside targeted Treaty amendments, to implement reforms before enlargement.

    Foreign affairsEU institutions & Parliament

    22 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · report by Sandro Gozi · 32 ballots · voted 14:59 · A-10-2025-0177 · 2025/2041

  22. 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

    21 Oct 2025 · New laws · report by Emma Wiesner, Pekka Toveri · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:30 · A-10-2025-0175 · 2023/0410

  23. Motion of censure on the Commission

    The European Parliament voted on a motion of censure against the European Commission, which would have expressed Parliament's lack of confidence in the Commission. Parliament rejected the motion, meaning the Commission keeps its position and no further action is taken on this censure. The motion had been tabled by MEPs citing concerns about the Commission's policies and conduct.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    9 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · voted 13:09 · B-10-2025-0400 · 2025/2174

  24. Motion of censure on the Commission

    The motion of censure criticised the Commission over an EU–US trade deal, the EU–Mercosur Agreement, the situation in Gaza, and social and climate crises. Parliament rejected the motion, meaning the Commission keeps its confidence and remains in office. The motion had called for the Commission's resignation and for suspending the EU–Israel Association Agreement.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    9 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · voted 13:10 · B-10-2025-0402 · 2025/2173

  25. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Joëlle Elvinger

    Parliament decided on the Council's nomination of Joëlle Elvinger as a Member of the Court of Auditors, following an evaluation by its Committee on Budgetary Control. MEPs adopted a favourable opinion on the nomination, meaning Parliament supports her appointment to the Court of Auditors. Parliament will forward this decision to the Council and, for information, to the Court of Auditors, other EU institutions and member states' audit institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    9 Sept 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0148 · 2025/0805

  26. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Stef Blok

    Parliament adopted a decision on the Council's nomination of Stef Blok as a Member of the Court of Auditors. The decision delivers a favourable opinion on the nomination, making it Parliament's official position. Parliament instructs its President to forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    9 Sept 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0149 · 2025/0804

  27. Motion of censure on the Commission

    The European Parliament voted on a motion of censure against the European Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, over alleged failures in transparency and accountability. Parliament rejected the motion, meaning the Commission keeps its position. The motion called on the Commission to resign, citing issues such as lack of transparency in COVID-19 vaccine procurement and misuse of legal bases.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    10 Jul 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · voted 13:03 · B-10-2025-0319 · 2025/2140

  28. Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – HR nominee

    Parliament decided on the nomination of Ivana Maletić as a Member of the Court of Auditors, following a Council consultation. It delivered a favourable opinion on the nomination, adopting the text as its official position. Parliament instructed its President to forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    22 May 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0088 · 2025/0802

  29. Partial renewal of a member of the Court of Auditors - Lucian Romașcanu

    Parliament delivered a favourable opinion on the Council's nomination of Lucian Romașcanu as a Member of the Court of Auditors. The decision follows an evaluation of his credentials and a hearing by the Committee on Budgetary Control. Parliament instructed its President to forward the decision to the Council and other institutions.

    EU institutions & Parliament

    1 Apr 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0039 · 2025/0801

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

  1. 2026/0806 Partial renewal of Members of the Court of Auditors – Gerald Loacker 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  2. 2026/0804 Appointment of the Chairperson of the European Securities and Markets Authority 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  3. 2026/0901 Appointment of the Executive Director of the European Banking Authority 15 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
  4. 2026/2807 Special Committee on the Housing Crisis in the European Union: extending its term of office and adjusting its responsibilities 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
  5. 2025/0900 Amendment of the European Electoral Act allowing Members to vote in plenary by proxy voting during pregnancy and after giving birth 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
  6. 2025/2239 The Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
  7. 2025/2262 Amendments to Parliament's Rules of Procedure concerning appointments to Union agencies and bodies (Rule 135) 28 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
  8. 2025/2243 Framework Agreement on relations between the European Parliament and the European Commission 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
  9. 2025/0803 Appointment of the European Chief Prosecutor 10 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
  10. 2026/0801 Appointment of the Vice-President of the European Central Bank 10 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
  11. 2026/0802 Appointment of the Chairperson of the European Banking Authority 10 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
  12. 2025/0906 Appointment of the Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board of the European Central Bank 10 Feb 2026 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 19 most recent final votes about institutions & treaties.

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
47 %9820
89 %13600
89 %13600
95 %14500
100 %15400
47 %10711
21 %71020
11 %61210

The latest final votes, group by group

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

Decision
Amendment of the European Electoral Act allowing Members to vote in plenary by proxy voting during pregnancy and after giving birth 29 Apr 2026 · adoptedForForForForForForForAgainst
The Commission’s 2025 Rule of Law report 29 Apr 2026 · adoptedForForForForForAgainstAgainstAgainst
Amendments to Parliament's Rules of Procedure concerning appointments to Union agencies and bodies (Rule 135) 28 Apr 2026 · adoptedForForForForForForForFor
Extension of the term of office of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield 28 Apr 2026 · adoptedForForForForForAgainstAgainstAgainst
Framework Agreement on relations between the European Parliament and the European Commission 11 Mar 2026 · adoptedForForForForForAbstainedAgainstAgainst
Application of the Treaty provisions related to the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality and the role of national parliaments in the EU legislative process 27 Nov 2025 · adoptedAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstForForForFor
Institutional aspects of the report on the future of European competitiveness (Draghi Report) 25 Nov 2025 · adoptedAbstainedForForForForAgainstAgainstAgainst
Institutional consequences of the EU enlargement negotiations 22 Oct 2025 · adoptedAgainstForForForForAgainstAgainstAgainst
Standing Forest and Forestry Expert Group 21 Oct 2025 · adoptedAgainstAgainstAgainstForForForAbstainedAgainst
Motion of censure on the Commission 9 Oct 2025 · rejectedAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstForForFor
Motion of censure on the Commission 9 Oct 2025 · rejectedForAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstAbstainedFor
Motion of censure on the Commission 10 Jul 2025 · rejectedForAgainstAgainstAgainstAgainstForForFor