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

   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.

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

   Adopted 601–4–5 · by an overwhelming majority
2. EU-Switzerland Agreement on the transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime

   The draft Council decision would approve an agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation on transferring Passenger Name Record (PNR) data to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent to concluding the agreement, so the agreement can go ahead. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the member states and of the Swiss Confederation.

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   16 Sept 2026 · Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:18 · A-10-2026-0204 · 2025/0343

   Adopted 549–75–30 · by an overwhelming majority
3. Recruitment of children by organised crime

   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.

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

   Adopted no count published
4. United Nations Convention against Cybercrime

   Parliament gave its consent to the EU concluding the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, which aims to strengthen international cooperation against cybercrime and to share electronic evidence of serious crimes. The consent means the EU can now ratify the convention, which the rapporteur recommends as an important tool for cooperation while stressing the need to apply its safeguards to protect fundamental rights.

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   20 May 2026 · Consent · report by Moritz Körner · consent procedure · voted 13:19 · A-10-2026-0090 · 2025/0231

   Adopted 497–91–46 · by a large majority
5. EU-Lebanon Agreement on cooperation between Eurojust and the authorities of Lebanon competent for judicial cooperation in criminal matters

   The agreement lets Eurojust cooperate and exchange personal data with Lebanese judicial authorities to fight serious cross-border crime such as terrorism, cybercrime, drug and arms trafficking, and migrant smuggling. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. Lebanon will appoint a Liaison Prosecutor to Eurojust, and the agreement includes data protection safeguards.

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   20 May 2026 · Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0132 · 2024/0155

   Adopted 581–12–45 · by an overwhelming majority
6. Escalating trafficking and exploitation by criminal groups in Haiti

   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.

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

   Adopted 511–21–42 · by an overwhelming majority
7. EU-Iceland agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime

   The agreement lets airlines transfer passenger name record (PNR) data to Icelandic authorities to prevent and fight terrorism and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the Council to conclude the EU-Iceland agreement. The deal sets rules for processing, storage, and retention, with safeguards for privacy and oversight.

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   29 Apr 2026 · Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:29 · A-10-2026-0072 · 2025/0156

   Adopted 532–75–28 · by an overwhelming majority
8. EU-Norway Agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime

   The agreement lets airlines transfer passenger name record (PNR) data between the EU and Norway to prevent and fight terrorism and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, so the agreement can now be concluded. Parliament asks its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Norway.

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   29 Apr 2026 · Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:30 · A-10-2026-0071 · 2025/0145

   Adopted 532–72–26 · by an overwhelming majority
9. Combating corruption

   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.

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   26 Mar 2026 · New laws · report by Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle · 1st reading · 17 ballots · voted 11:11 · A-9-2024-0048 · 2023/0135

   Adopted 581–21–42 · by an overwhelming majority
10. EU-Ecuador Agreement: cooperation between Europol and the Ecuadorian authorities competent for combating serious crime and terrorism

    The agreement allows Europol and Ecuadorian authorities to exchange personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism, with safeguards for privacy and fundamental rights. Parliament gave its consent, so the European Union can conclude the agreement with Ecuador. Parliament asks its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Ecuador.

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    11 Mar 2026 · Consent · report by Matthieu Valet · consent procedure · voted 12:52 · A-10-2026-0028 · 2025/0120

    Adopted 586–21–11 · by an overwhelming majority
11. Appointment of the European Chief Prosecutor

    Justice, rule of law & rightsEU institutions & Parliament

    10 Mar 2026 · Other

    Adopted 435–112–46 · by a large majority
12. Murder of Mehdi Kessaci – urgent need for ambitious European action against drug trafficking

    Parliament adopted a resolution on the murder of Mehdi Kessaci, calling for ambitious European action against drug trafficking. The text condemns drug-related violence and stresses the threat trafficking poses to security, democracy and public health. It urges stronger EU measures, including on ports, money laundering and new psychoactive substances.

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    20 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 19 ballots · voted 13:20 · B-10-2026-0057 · 2025/3020

    Adopted no count published
13. Request for the waiver of the immunity of Alessandra Moretti

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    16 Dec 2025 · Immunity · committee report · A-10-2025-0264 · 2025/2064

    Adopted 497–139–15 · by a large majority
14. Enhancing police cooperation in relation to the prevention, detection and investigation of migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings; enhancing Europol’s support to preventing and combating such crimes

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

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

    Adopted 556–74–7 · by an overwhelming majority
15. Extension of the timeframe for the establishment of the Eurojust case management system

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

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

    Adopted 634–4–29 · by an overwhelming majority
16. EU-Brazil Agreement: cooperation with and through Europol and the Federal Police of Brazil

    The agreement sets up cooperation between Europol and Brazil's Federal Police, allowing the transfer of personal and non-personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the EU can conclude the agreement with Brazil. The agreement includes safeguards for human rights, privacy, and data protection, as confirmed by the European Data Protection Supervisor.

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    9 Sept 2025 · Consent · report by Nikola Bartůšek · consent procedure · voted 13:51 · A-10-2025-0142 · 2024/0321

    Adopted 606–5–19 · by an overwhelming majority
17. Combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child sexual abuse material and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA (recast)

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

    Justice, rule of law & rightsDigital, AI & data

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

    Adopted 599–2–62 · by an overwhelming majority
18. EU-Bosnia and Herzegovina Agreement: cooperation between Eurojust and the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina competent for judicial cooperation in criminal matters

    The agreement enhances judicial cooperation between Eurojust and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities to combat serious crime, including organised crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the transfer of personal data between Eurojust and Bosnia and Herzegovina with privacy safeguards. Parliament forwards its position to the Council, the Commission, member states, and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities.

    Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

    2 Apr 2025 · Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 13:30 · A-10-2025-0027 · 2024/0167

    Adopted 619–9–45 · by an overwhelming majority
19. Request for waiver of the immunity of Petr Bystron

    Parliament decided to waive the immunity of Petr Bystron, a Member of the European Parliament, in connection with criminal proceedings in Germany. The alleged offence involves the use of symbols of unconstitutional and terrorist organisations, and the waiver allows the German authorities to proceed with the case. Parliament found no evidence of fumus persecutionis, meaning no indication that the proceedings aim to undermine his political activity. The decision will be forwarded to the competent German authority and to Petr Bystron.

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    1 Apr 2025 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2025-0030 · 2024/2048

    Adopted no count published
20. Agreement between Canada and the European Union on the transfer and processing of Passenger Name Record (PNR) data

    The agreement sets rules for transferring and processing airline passenger name record data between Canada and the EU to fight serious crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. Parliament asks that the agreement be applied with strict safeguards for fundamental rights, as recommended by the European Data Protection Supervisor.

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    12 Mar 2025 · Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:06 · A-10-2025-0013 · 2024/0051

    Adopted 521–90–45 · by a large majority
21. Appointment of the Chair of the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)

    Parliament approved the appointment of Ms Bruna Szego as Chair of the Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA). The decision follows a hearing with the candidate and an evaluation of her credentials against the requirements of the relevant EU regulation. Parliament will forward this decision to the Council, the Commission, AMLA and the governments of the member states.

    Justice, rule of law & rightsEU institutions & Parliament

    18 Dec 2024 · Resolutions · committee report · A-10-2024-0032 · 2024/0802

    Adopted 569–20–61 · by an overwhelming majority

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2026/2797 Narco-trafficking in Europe’s waters: protecting our borders and supporting our law enforcement officers 17 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2025/0343 EU-Switzerland Agreement on the transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime 16 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2026/2725 Recruitment of children by organised crime 18 Jun 2026 · 1 vote
4. 2024/0155 EU-Lebanon Agreement on cooperation between Eurojust and the authorities of Lebanon competent for judicial cooperation in criminal matters 20 May 2026 · 1 vote
5. 2025/0231 United Nations Convention against Cybercrime 20 May 2026 · 1 vote
6. 2026/2702 Escalating trafficking and exploitation by criminal groups in Haiti 30 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
7. 2025/0145 EU-Norway Agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
8. 2025/0156 EU-Iceland agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime 29 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
9. 2023/0135 Combating corruption 26 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
10. 2025/0120 EU-Ecuador Agreement: cooperation between Europol and the Ecuadorian authorities competent for combating serious crime and terrorism 11 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
11. 2025/3020 Murder of Mehdi Kessaci – urgent need for ambitious European action against drug trafficking 20 Jan 2026 · 1 vote
12. 2025/2064 Request for the waiver of the immunity of Alessandra Moretti 16 Dec 2025 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 15 most recent final roll calls about crime, police & judicial cooperation. A group is "split" when no position won among its members.

The latest final votes, group by group