Amendment to Directive 2009/16/EC on port State control adopted
Decision
The European Parliament adopted its position at first reading on 10 April 2024 on the Commission proposal COM(2023)0271 (C9‑0191/2023), and instructed its President to forward that position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments. The text notes that, as an agreement was reached between Parliament and Council, Parliament’s position corresponds to the final legislative act Directive (EU) 2024/3099.
What Changes
The adopted position amends Directive 2009/16/EC on port State control and sets out Parliament’s first‑reading text that will underpin the Directive (EU) 2024/3099 final act. The resolution also calls on the Commission to refer the matter back to Parliament if it replaces or substantially amends its proposal.
Who Is Affected
The outcome concerns the legal framework under Directive 2009/16/EC on port State control and the EU institutions named in the resolution, including the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.
Sources
Official Documents
- Wednesday, 10 April 2024 - Brussels Parliament adopts its position at first reading on amending Directive 2009/16/EC on port State control, enabling final adoption of Directive EU 2024/3099.
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