Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2607(RSP)
Rule of law, fundamental rights and misuse of EU funds in Slovakia: the need for an EU response
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 20 May 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 20 May 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
20 May 2026 · decision 11
Justice, rule of law & rights, Resolution
Rule of law, fundamental rights and misuse of EU funds in Slovakia: the need for an EU response
Adopted 347 for · 165 against · 25 abstained by a large majority
AI summary:The resolution expresses serious concerns about criminal law reforms, pressure on judiciary and media, and weaknesses in EU fund management in Slovakia.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The resolution now explicitly addresses land confiscations based on post-war decrees, calling for their end and repeal of the Criminal Code amendment. It also specifies access to safe and legal abortion as part of sexual and reproductive health rights.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 20 May 2026
AI summary:Parliament expresses deep concern over the deterioration of democracy, the rule of law and fundamental rights in Slovakia, and calls on the Commission to use all available instruments to address these concerns and protect the EU budget.
Tabled for plenary· 13 May 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0245/2026
AI summary:This resolution expresses deep concern over the deterioration of democracy, the rule of law and fundamental rights in Slovakia, and calls on the Commission to use all available instruments to address these issues and protect EU funds.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
20 May 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 20 May 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0245/2026Adopted text TA10-0184/2026
18 May 2026
16 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Amendments 1–4Amendments 5–9Amendments 10–14Amendments 15–16
11 February 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2607(RSP)