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  1. HE 100/2023 vpPassed with amendments

    Reforming Sámi Parliament electoral criteria

    The rules for admission to the Sámi Parliament's electoral roll will be reformed and the right of self-determination of the Sámi strengthened. The electoral roll will be recompiled on the basis of new criteria, and an independent appellate board will be established for appeals concerning the electoral roll.

    23 Jun 2025 · 7 votes
    150 jaa
    27 ei
  2. HE 35/2025 vpPassed

    Improving pandemic preparedness

    Finland will approve the updates to the World Health Organization's International Health Regulations, which improve preparedness for pandemics and other cross-border health threats. The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health will be designated as the national coordinator for the implementation of the regulations.

    19 Jun 2025 · 1 vote
  3. HE 20/2025 vpPassed with amendments

    Reforming maritime safety and reporting rules

    Vessels will be required to report containers lost at sea, and fire safety requirements for ships will be improved. In addition, the processing of fairway dues will be streamlined by permitting automated decision-making for certain claims for revised assessment.

    9 May 2025 · passed without a vote
  4. HE 9/2025 vpPassed

    Enhancing the protection of international waters

    Finland approves the UN agreement on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. The national Marine Protection Act will be supplemented so that high seas projects are brought within the scope of environmental impact assessments and permit procedures.

    23 Apr 2025 · passed without a vote
  5. HE 315/2022 vpPassed

    Finland's accession to NATO

    Finland will join the NATO defence alliance and become part of its collective defence. Through accession, Finland will receive NATO's security guarantees and commit to assisting other member states in the event of an attack.

    2 Mar 2023 · 4 votes
  6. HE 222/2024 vpPassed

    Allowing carbon dioxide export for storage

    Carbon dioxide captured in Finland can in future be exported abroad for permanent storage in sub-seabed geological formations. The amendment removes a regulatory barrier to transporting carbon dioxide to countries that have suitable storage sites.

    7 Mar 2025 · passed without a vote
  7. HE 183/2024 vpPassed

    Implementing the EU-Thailand framework agreement

    Finland would approve the framework agreement on comprehensive partnership and cooperation between the European Union and its member states and Thailand. The agreement will deepen and diversify political, economic and sectoral cooperation between the parties.

    7 Mar 2025 · passed without a vote
  8. HE 178/2024 vpPassed

    Banning ship wastewater discharges

    Discharging scrubber washwater, treated sewage, and washing and galley grey water into the sea will be prohibited in Finnish territorial waters. In addition, new obligations will be placed on ports and shipping companies to reduce maritime emissions and provide on-shore power.

    5 Dec 2024 · 2 votes

    Closest vote · Voimaantulosäännös , mietintö / Tiina Elo

    154 jaa
    19 ei
  9. HE 74/2024 vpPassed

    Extending US defence research agreement

    Finland and the United States will extend the validity of their agreement on the exchange of defence research and development information until 2040. At the same time, technical and administrative updates will be made to the agreement.

    22 Nov 2024 · passed without a vote
  10. HE 137/2024 vpPassed

    Repealing the Ecuador investment protection act

    The investment protection agreement between Finland and Ecuador has terminated, and the act implementing it will be repealed. Protection for investments under the agreement is no longer in force.

    13 Nov 2024 · passed without a vote
  11. HE 82/2024 vpPassed

    Approval of the EU-Malaysia framework agreement

    Finland will approve a comprehensive partnership and cooperation agreement between the European Union and Malaysia. The agreement will deepen cooperation between the parties in areas such as the economy, security, human rights and environmental issues.

    13 Nov 2024 · passed without a vote
  12. HE 274/2022 vpLapsed

    Strengthening Sámi self-determination and voting rights

    Criteria for entry into the Sámi Parliament's electoral roll will be reformed to place greater emphasis on language, and the electoral roll will be compiled anew. The obligation of public authorities to negotiate and cooperate with the Sámi Parliament will be significantly strengthened.

    5 Apr 2023 · no votes
  13. HE 199/2022 vpPassed

    Reforming investment protection with Vietnam

    Finland will adopt the investment protection agreement between the European Union and Vietnam, which safeguards investments between the countries. The new agreement replaces the previous bilateral investment agreement between Finland and Vietnam.

    24 Nov 2022 · passed without a vote
  14. HE 15/2024 vpPassed with amendments

    Improving seafarers' working conditions and protection

    The rules of the Maritime Labour Convention will be updated to improve the position, well-being and occupational safety of seafarers. At the same time, obligations will be laid down concerning private recruitment and placement services in the maritime sector and the reporting of fatalities to the authorities.

    12 Jun 2024 · passed without a vote
  15. HE 36/2024 vpPassed

    Harmonising vehicle lighting rules

    Finland would approve technical updates to the international Convention on Road Traffic concerning vehicle lamps and signalling devices. The rules will be brought into line with current technology and international type-approval requirements.

    29 May 2024 · passed without a vote
  16. HE 20/2024 vpPassed

    Sharing atomic defence information with NATO

    Finland will accede to the ATOMAL agreement between NATO member states, which enables the sharing and receipt of classified atomic defence information. The agreement will help Finland prepare better for nuclear threats and participate fully in NATO's collective defence planning.

    29 May 2024 · passed without a vote
  17. HE 92/2023 vpPassed with amendments

    Strengthening police cooperation on Finnish-Swedish border

    The Finnish and Swedish police will be able to cross the national border into each other's territory on urgent emergency calls. The operations will apply to serious situations threatening human life or health in the northern border area between the countries.

    3 May 2024 · passed without a vote
  18. HE 9/2024 vpPassed with amendments

    Reforming Teno River fishing rules

    A new fishing rule between Finland and Norway will be introduced for the Teno River water system to revive weakened salmon stocks. At the same time, fishing for other fish species and the harmful invasive pink salmon will be enabled, as well as the maintenance of Sámi fishing culture through derogation permits.

    24 Apr 2024 · passed without a vote
  19. HE 14/2024 vpPassed

    Revising the Finland–France tax treaty

    Finland and France are revising their bilateral income tax treaty to eliminate double taxation and prevent tax evasion. The reform replaces an outdated treaty dating from 1970.

    12 Apr 2024 · passed without a vote
  20. HE 89/2023 vpPassed

    Convention against workplace violence and harassment

    Finland is to approve the International Labour Organization (ILO) convention protecting employees and others in the world of work from violence and harassment. The convention obliges the state and employers to prevent inappropriate conduct in working life and to strengthen legal remedies for victims.

    21 Mar 2024 · passed without a vote
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