Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2746(RSP)
Genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP 202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9
Objection pursuant to Rule 115(2) and (3) of the Rules of Procedures on the Commission Implementing Decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (D114997)
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 8 July 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 8 July 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
8 July 2026 · decision 10
Agriculture, food & fisheries, Objection to a Commission measure
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
Objection passed On the objection: 417 for · 167 against · 15 abstained by a large majority
AI summary: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.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The only substantive change is that Parliament now calls on the Commission to repeal the adopted decision rather than withdraw its draft. All other changes are formal or wording: adding the definite article before 'GM maize' and updating references to the Commission decision.
Who works on it
- Lead committee
- Environment, Climate and Food Safety
- The MEP who drafts the report and negotiates it on behalf of the committee.
- Sirpa Pietikäinen (EPP), Biljana Borzan (S&D), Martin Häusling (Greens), Anja Hazekamp (The Left)
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 8 Jul 2026
Tabled for plenary· 1 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0336/2026
AI summary:Parliament objects to the draft Commission decision authorising imports of genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
8 July 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 8 Jul 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0336/2026Adopted text TA10-0265/2026
3 July 2026
2 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2746(RSP)