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- HE 86/2022 vpPassed
Raising the road safety charge
The road safety charge paid by insurance companies will be increased to secure funding for road safety work. At the same time, the Finnish Motor Insurers' Centre will be designated as the body handling insolvency situations involving insurance companies.
1 Jul 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 60/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Improving conditions for variable-hours workers
The employment terms of employees working variable hours and on short-term contracts will become more predictable and clearer than at present. Employers will have to provide a more comprehensive written statement on the terms of employment and regularly review actual hours worked under zero-hour and other variable contracts.
1 Jul 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 14/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Tightening consumer protection and telemarketing rules
A mandatory written confirmation will be introduced in telemarketing for a contract to be binding on the consumer. At the same time, consumer rights will be improved in sales discounts, online shopping and doorstep selling.
1 Jul 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 71/2022 vpPassed
Reforming expropriation notification and consultation
Notifications in expropriation permit procedures will be moved from municipal notice boards to official websites. At the same time, the opportunity for members of the public to express their views on expropriation projects will be clarified.
23 Jun 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 163/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Authority access to bank account data
Authorities' access to the bank and payment account monitoring system would be expanded to prevent serious crime and carry out statutory duties. Finnish Customs will implement a centralised system through which data is transmitted to authorities quickly and electronically.
22 Jun 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 36/2022 vpPassed with amendments
Introducing electrification aid for industry
A new electrification aid scheme will be created for electricity-intensive industry to compensate for increases in electricity prices resulting from emissions trading. Recipient companies must use at least half of the aid received for measures that reduce emissions.
21 Jun 2022 · 1 voteOnly vote · Lausumaehdotus , mietintö / Veikko Vallin
106 jaa41 ei - HE 66/2022 vpPassed
Tax exemptions for EU defence cooperation
The armed forces of other EU member states will be exempt from value added tax (VAT) and excise duty when participating in EU defence activities in Finland or purchasing goods here. Corresponding tax benefits will also apply to the Finnish Defence Forces when taking part in joint actions in other EU member states.
8 Jun 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 238/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Easing corporate restructuring and debt adjustment
A new early restructuring procedure will be established for businesses, and access to debt adjustment will be facilitated for indebted individuals and entrepreneurs. The reform will speed up debt relief and a fresh start for operators facing financial difficulties.
13 May 2022 · 1 voteOnly vote · Lausumaehdotus , mietintö / Peter Östman
88 jaa66 ei - HE 234/2021 vpPassed
Waiving supervisory fees for tour operators
Travel agencies and other travel organisers will not be charged supervisory and insolvency protection fees for 2021. The change will support the financial situation of businesses in the sector that have suffered from coronavirus restrictions.
4 Mar 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 203/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming covered bond regulation
Legislation governing covered bonds issued by banks and mortgage bank operations will be reformed to comply with EU regulations. The reform introduces new liquidity and authorisation procedures and raises the collateral value of housing loans.
22 Feb 2022 · passed without a vote - HE 227/2021 vpPassed
Appeals against European investigation orders
European investigation orders issued in Finland will be open to appeal before a court. This will improve the legal protection of persons subject to cross-border criminal investigation measures.
15 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 222/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Bringing forward crowdfunding regulation
The entry into force of certain provisions of the Investment Services Act will be brought forward. The amendment corrects a technical error in the earlier act.
15 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 180/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Strengthening consumer protection in trade
Consumers' rights will be strengthened in cases of defects in both traditional sales of goods and digital services. The reform will extend the presumption period for the seller's liability for defects and introduce dedicated consumer protection rules for digital content.
15 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 169/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Expanding appeal rights for chemical permits
Environmental and health organisations as well as municipalities will obtain the right to appeal permit decisions concerning dangerous chemicals and explosives. In addition, the flow of information and consideration of transboundary environmental impacts will be improved in permit procedures for industrial, mining and nuclear energy projects.
15 Dec 2021 · 1 voteOnly vote · Perustelut , mietintö / Sanni Grahn-Laasonen
118 jaa25 ei - HE 199/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming the electricity capacity reserve system
The electricity capacity reserve system will be reformed so that electricity storage and smaller units than before can also be approved as back-up power for peak winter consumption. The reform will safeguard security of electricity supply and adapt the national system to EU regulation.
14 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 107/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Medicine price competition and pharmacy expansion
The establishment of new pharmacies will be made easier, particularly in connection with health and social services units and in busy commercial areas. At the same time, fixed pricing for non-prescription medicines will be abolished, allowing pharmacies to compete on price within the limits of their sales margin.
14 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 189/2021 vpPassed
VAT exemption for EU pandemic purchases
Procurements made by the European Commission and EU agencies to combat the covid-19 pandemic will be exempt from value added tax (VAT). Businesses will be able to sell these goods and services to EU bodies without VAT.
8 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 175/2021 vpPassed
Raising the threshold for low-alcohol beer
The upper limit of the reduced tax category for low-alcohol beer will rise from 2.8 per cent to 3.5 per cent. Small producers will also be allowed to self-certify the small producer status required for EU exports.
8 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 155/2021 vpPassed with amendments
Reforming qualification recognition and fees
The Finnish National Agency for Education will be able to issue certificates of competence required for working in the EU also in professions not regulated in Finland, such as ski instructors. At the same time, fees for applications for the recognition of degrees and qualifications will have to be paid in advance.
2 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote - HE 196/2021 vpPassed
Expanding crew reporting for fishing vessels
Masters of all commercial fishing vessels must submit the vessel's crew list ashore before departure or immediately after departure if the vessel employs hired labour. The amendment aims to improve the safety of fishers and speed up search and rescue operations in accidents.
1 Dec 2021 · passed without a vote