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Agriculture, food & fisheries, Objection to a Commission measure, 16 Sept 2026

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

Maximum residue levels for flupyradifurone

Motion for a resolution

Objection passed On the objection: 383 for · 278 against · 9 abstained by a clear majority

Electronic vote: totals recorded, but not how each MEP voted.

AI summary:Parliament considered a draft Commission regulation that would change maximum residue levels for several pesticides, including flupyradifurone, in or on certain products.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 15 Sept 2026

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: extension of its scope to downstream goods and anti-circumvention measures

Report by Mohammed Chahim ·

Passed 464 for · 50 against · 159 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The Commission proposal would extend the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 1 January 2028 to selected steel- and aluminium-intensive downstream products, and add measures against avoidance behaviour such as enhanced reporting, traceability and stronger powers on misdeclaration.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 15 Sept 2026

Establishing the Temporary Decarbonisation Fund

Report by Pascal Canfin ·

Passed 433 for · 97 against · 146 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:Parliament set out its position on a proposed regulation that would create a Temporary Decarbonisation Fund to support operators in energy-intensive sectors facing a remaining carbon leakage risk, complementing the EU Emissions Trading System and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 15 Sept 2026

Market stability reserve for the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS): ceasing the invalidation of allowances

Report by Pierfrancesco Maran ·

Passed 367 for · 240 against · 59 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The proposal concerns a decision amending Decision (EU) 2015/1814 so that allowances in the Market Stability Reserve (MSR) of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) would no longer be invalidated.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 15 Sept 2026

Market stability reserve for the buildings, road transport and additional sectors

Report by Danuše Nerudová ·

Passed 467 for · 158 against · 41 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The proposal responds to concerns raised by 19 member states about price uncertainty and volatility in the ETS2, and it smoothens the reserve's trigger mechanism, extends the reserve beyond 2031 and reinforces the price control mechanism.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 15 Sept 2026

Revised heat and fuel benchmark values for 2026-2030

Urgent procedure agreed Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

Climate & environment, International agreement, 8 Jul 2026

Protection of the environment through criminal law

Report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk ·

Consent given 499 for · 99 against · 69 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The European Parliament voted on the Council decision to conclude the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law.

Energy, Objection to a Commission measure, 8 Jul 2026

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Trajectory to decrease the contribution of high indirect land-use change-risk biofuels, bioliquids and biomass fuels to renewable energy targets

Motion for a resolution

Objection passed On the objection: 388 for · 248 against · 24 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The European Parliament voted to block a Commission delegated regulation that would have added soybean to the list of high indirect land-use change-risk feedstocks, phasing out soy-based biodiesel from EU renewable energy targets by 2030.

Climate & environment, Objection to a Commission measure, 8 Jul 2026

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

Lead in certain fishing tackle

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed On the objection: 197 for · 455 against · 7 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The European Parliament voted on a resolution to block a Commission regulation restricting lead in certain fishing tackle under the EU chemicals law REACH.

Economy & single market, New EU law, 18 Jun 2026

Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles

Report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas ·

Passed 437 for · 112 against · 20 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The law aims to support the automotive sector's shift to a circular economy by promoting recycled materials and improving how vehicles are scrapped.

Climate & environment, International agreement, 17 Jun 2026

EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products: termination

Report by Karin Karlsbro ·

Consent given 608 for · 38 against · 15 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The agreement, which entered into force on 1 December 2013, is being terminated because Liberia has not been able to honour its commitments.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, Resolution, 21 May 2026

The multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea and ways forward

Report by Isabella Lövin

Adopted 337 for · 178 against · 44 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The resolution sets out immediate actions within current rules, steps to improve scientific advice, and a new management approach requiring legal changes to the Baltic MAP.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, New EU law, 19 May 2026

Production and marketing of forest reproductive material

Committee report ·

No single final vote: only amendments or parts of the text were voted on.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 29 Apr 2026

Simplification of certain requirements and procedures for chemical products

Report by Dimitris Tsiodras, Piotr Müller ·

Passed 540 for · 60 against · 45 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The adopted text aims to reduce administrative burdens while maintaining high protection levels, for example by making labelling rules more flexible and streamlining approval procedures for cosmetic ingredients.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 29 Apr 2026

Market stability reserve for the buildings, road transport and additional sector

Report by Danuše Nerudová ·

Passed 433 for · 120 against · 91 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The proposal amends the market stability reserve for the emissions trading system covering buildings, road transport and additional sectors.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 29 Apr 2026

European Chemicals Agency and amending regulations

Report by Christophe Clergeau ·

Passed 526 for · 56 against · 69 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The text aims to strengthen ECHA's governance, align its resources with its tasks, and integrate new responsibilities such as the One Substance One Assessment package.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 28 Apr 2026

Accounting of greenhouse gas emissions of transport services

Committee report ·

Approved without a vote Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The regulation establishes rules for accounting greenhouse gas emissions of transport services, using the EN ISO 14083:2023 methodology.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 26 Mar 2026

Surface water and groundwater pollutants

Committee report ·

Approved without a vote Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The draft law updates EU water rules by amending directives on water policy, groundwater protection, and environmental quality standards.

Climate & environment, Objection to a Commission measure, 26 Mar 2026

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Union framework for the national calculation of life-cycle global warming potential

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed On the objection: 208 for · 414 against · 10 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The European Parliament voted to reject an objection to a Commission delegated regulation that sets a Union-wide method for calculating the life-cycle global warming potential of buildings.

Climate & environment, Objection to a Commission measure, 26 Mar 2026

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Certification methodologies for permanent carbon removals activities

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The measure therefore goes ahead, meaning the Commission's methodologies will apply.

Energy, Objection to a Commission measure, 26 Mar 2026

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Union list of projects of common interest and projects of mutual interest

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed On the objection: 79 for · 528 against · 20 abstained by an overwhelming majority

Electronic vote: totals recorded, but not how each MEP voted.

AI summary:The Commission's delegated regulation amends the EU list of projects of common interest and projects of mutual interest for energy infrastructure.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, Resolution, 10 Mar 2026

Fisheries management approaches for safeguarding sensitive species, tackling invasive species and benefiting local economies

Report by André Franqueira Rodrigues

Adopted 528 for · 21 against · 62 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The text urges the Commission and member states to prioritise conservation of sensitive species through robust fisheries management and full implementation of marine protected area goals.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 10 Feb 2026

Framework for achieving climate neutrality

Report by Ondřej Knotek ·

Passed 413 for · 226 against · 12 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The proposal aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 90% by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, as part of the path to climate neutrality by 2050.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 22 Jan 2026

Detergents and surfactants

Committee report ·

Approved without a vote Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The draft regulation updates EU rules on detergents and surfactants, amending Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and repealing Regulation (EC) No 648/2004.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, Objection to a Commission measure, 18 Dec 2025

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

Maximum residue levels for acetamiprid

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed On the objection: 328 for · 177 against · 39 abstained for lack of an absolute majority (361 votes needed)

Electronic vote: totals recorded, but not how each MEP voted.

AI summary: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.

Climate & environment, Objection to a Commission measure, 17 Dec 2025

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

Simplification of the content and presentation of information to be disclosed concerning environmentally sustainable activities and simplification of certain technical screening criteria for determining whether economic activities cause no significant harm to environmental objectives

Motion for a resolution

Objection failed On the objection: 230 for · 402 against · 28 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The regulation narrows the scope of substances of very high concern covered and introduces a materiality threshold for reporting.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 13 Nov 2025

Framework for achieving climate neutrality

Report by Ondřej Knotek ·

Passed 379 for · 248 against · 10 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The adopted text sets an EU-wide domestic target of at least 90% emission reduction by 2040 relative to 1990 levels, with a limited role for permanent removals.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 13 Nov 2025

Conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction

Report by Michal Wiezik ·

Passed 454 for · 172 against · 19 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The law would implement an international agreement protecting high seas ecosystems, which cover nearly two thirds of the world's oceans.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 23 Oct 2025

Soil Monitoring and Resilience (Soil Monitoring Law)

Report by Martin Hojsík ·

Passed On the motion to reject the Council’s position: 220 for · 341 against · 10 abstained by a clear majority

AI summary:The rejection was based on the committee's recommendation for second reading.

Climate & environment, Resolution, 23 Oct 2025

UN Climate Change Conference 2025 in Belém, Brazil (COP30)

Motion for a resolution

Adopted Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The text calls for ambitious climate action, including implementing the Paris Agreement and scaling up finance for developing countries.

Climate & environment, Resolution, 23 Oct 2025

Key objectives for the CITES COP20 meeting in Uzbekistan

Motion for a resolution

Adopted Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The text calls for stronger protection of species like sharks, elephants, and eels, and for tackling wildlife crime and corruption linked to illegal trade.

Economy & single market, New EU law, 22 Oct 2025

Certain corporate sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements

Negotiating mandate rejected On the decision to open negotiations with the Council: 309 for · 318 against · 34 abstained

Electronic vote: totals recorded, but not how each MEP voted.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 21 Oct 2025

Re-attribution of scientific and technical tasks and improving cooperation among Union agencies in the area of chemicals

Report by Dimitris Tsiodras ·

Passed 469 for · 126 against · 50 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The law aims to strengthen the knowledge base on chemicals, facilitate data exchange between regulatory bodies, and streamline assessments while ensuring early detection of emerging risks.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 21 Oct 2025

Common data platform on chemicals, establishing a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals

Report by Dimitris Tsiodras ·

Passed 471 for · 123 against · 48 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The proposed law would create a common EU data platform on chemicals, making the data findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable, and set up a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 21 Oct 2025

Monitoring framework for resilient European forests

Report by Emma Wiesner, Eric Sargiacomo ·

Rejected outright On the motion to reject the text: 370 for · 264 against · 9 abstained by a clear majority

Climate & environment, New EU law, 21 Oct 2025

Standing Forest and Forestry Expert Group

Report by Emma Wiesner, Pekka Toveri ·

Passed 327 for · 256 against · 58 abstained by a small majority

AI summary:The adopted text includes amendments to the committee's tasks and structure, aiming to improve its functioning.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 10 Sept 2025

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: simplification and strengthening

Report by Antonio Decaro ·

Passed 617 for · 18 against · 19 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The proposal introduces a de minimis exemption for imports below 50 tonnes, relieving around 90% of importers while keeping about 99% of emissions covered.

EU budget & funds, Resolution, 10 Sept 2025

Role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition

Report by Ciaran Mullooly

Adopted 519 for · 99 against · 48 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The resolution examines the implementation of the EU Just Transition Fund and proposes measures to improve its effectiveness in helping regions and workers affected by the shift to a carbon-neutral economy.

Economy & single market, New EU law, 9 Sept 2025

Circularity requirements for vehicle design and management of end-of-life vehicles

Report by Jens Gieseke, Paulius Saudargas ·

Passed 431 for · 145 against · 76 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The law aims to boost recycling of materials like steel and plastic, improve how old vehicles are handled, and align rules across member states.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 9 Sept 2025

Waste Framework Directive: textiles and food waste

Committee report ·

Approved without a vote Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The draft law amends the Waste Framework Directive to update rules on waste, including textiles and food waste.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 10 Jul 2025

Amending Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 as regards obligations of economic operators concerning battery due diligence policies

Report by Antonio Decaro ·

Passed 542 for · 97 against · 12 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The position takes over the Commission's proposal, meaning Parliament agrees with the proposed changes.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 9 Jul 2025

European Climate Law

Urgent procedure refused On the request for urgent procedure: 300 for · 379 against · 8 abstained

Climate & environment, Objection to a Commission measure, 9 Jul 2025

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

Deforestation Regulation - list of countries presenting a low or high risk

Motion for a resolution

Objection passed On the objection: 373 for · 289 against · 26 abstained by a small majority

AI summary:Parliament objected to the Commission's list of countries with low or high deforestation risk for products sold in the EU, arguing the data is outdated and the method flawed.

Economy & single market, Resolution, 19 Jun 2025

Clean Industrial Deal

Motion for a resolution

Adopted 381 for · 173 against · 13 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The adopted text expresses concern about the Deal's potential ineffectiveness and calls for suspending economically harmful Green Deal policies.

Climate & environment, International agreement, 17 Jun 2025

Termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Cameroon on forest law enforcement governance and trade in timber and derived products to the Union

Report by Karin Karlsbro ·

Consent given 583 for · 78 against · 8 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:Parliament's consent follows the Council's request and the committee's recommendation, and its position will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Cameroon.

Climate & environment, Resolution, 17 Jun 2025

Termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Cameroon on forest law enforcement governance and trade in timber and derived products to the Union.

Report by Karin Karlsbro

Adopted 557 for · 75 against · 37 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The agreement, in force since 2011, aimed to ensure all Cameroonian timber exports to the EU are legal, but Cameroon has not fully set up the required legality assurance system.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 22 May 2025

Amending Regulation (EU) 2023/956 as regards simplifying and strengthening the carbon border adjustment mechanism

Report by Antonio Decaro ·

Passed 564 for · 20 against · 12 abstained by an overwhelming majority

AI summary:The proposal introduces a de minimis exemption for imports below 50 tonnes, relieving around 90% of importers from CBAM obligations while keeping about 99% of embedded emissions covered.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 8 May 2025

The protection status of the wolf (Canis lupus)

Passed 371 for · 162 against · 37 abstained by a large majority

Climate & environment, Resolution, 7 May 2025

The European Water Resilience Strategy

Report by Thomas Bajada

Adopted 470 for · 81 against · 92 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The resolution calls for a comprehensive legislative framework covering water efficiency, pollution mitigation, climate adaptation, funding, digitalisation, and cross-border cooperation.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 6 May 2025

The protection status of the wolf (Canis lupus)

Urgent procedure agreed Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

Climate & environment, Resolution, 3 Apr 2025

Energy-intensive industries

Motion for a resolution

Adopted Decided by show of hands: no count recorded.

AI summary:The text calls for faster permitting, grid investment, and measures to cut energy costs, such as promoting long-term contracts and reducing taxes.

Climate & environment, New EU law, 1 Apr 2025

Common data platform on chemicals, establishing a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals

Report by Dimitris Tsiodras ·

Passed 481 for · 170 against · 22 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The proposal establishes a common data platform on chemicals and a monitoring and outlook framework for chemicals, making data findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, New EU law, 17 Dec 2024

Forest reproductive material of the ‘tested’ category

Report by Veronika Vrecionová ·

Passed 499 for · 131 against · 27 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The law updates EU rules on importing forest reproductive material, adding the 'tested' category to the existing equivalence regime for third countries.

Climate & environment, Resolution, 14 Nov 2024

UN Climate Change Conference 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan (COP29)

Motion for a resolution

Adopted 429 for · 183 against · 24 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The text calls for ambitious global climate action, including on finance, adaptation, and loss and damage.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, Objection to a Commission measure, 18 Sept 2024

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

Maximum residue levels for carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl

Motion for a resolution

Objection passed On the objection: 516 for · 129 against · 27 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:Parliament objected to a Commission regulation that would have kept import tolerance levels for two pesticides, carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl, on certain imported products.

Agriculture, food & fisheries, Objection to a Commission measure, 18 Sept 2024

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

Maximum residue levels for cyproconazole

Motion for a resolution

Objection passed On the objection: 522 for · 127 against · 28 abstained by a large majority

AI summary:The Parliament objected to a Commission regulation that would have kept maximum residue levels for the pesticide cyproconazole in certain imported foods above the default safety limit.