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Regulatory dashboard

Dutch legislative pathways for agricultural and energy transition
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Last modified: September 24, 2026

* Implementation date (of underlying guideline)
Treatment StatusDateNumberMinistryNote
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Gas
Implementation Act to combat energy supply crisisConsultation closed1/1/20272017/1938Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyPartly to implement the Gas Supply Security Regulation. The bill has been delayed by one year. The plan is to submit the bill to the House of Representatives in Q4 2026. It is not expected to take effect until around 2028 (with the first levy in 2029).
Implementation law on revised gas directive and implementation of revised gas regulation (decarbonization package)Consultation closed8/5/20262024/1788Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyA request for advice was submitted to the Council of State on July 15, 2026. The plan is to send the proposal to the House of Representatives in the third quarter.
Methane Regulation Implementation Act House36897Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is February 1, 2027. The draft report was made public on April 8, 2026. A supplementary report by the Council of State was issued on February 17, 2026.
Implementing Decree for the Methane RegulationPreparation ministry27995Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is February 1, 2027. Brings the Mining Decree into alignment with the Methane Regulation.
Implementation Regulations for the Methane OrdinancePreparation ministryMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is February 1, 2027. This concerns supervision and enforcement.
Groningen
Amend AMvB temporary law GroningenConsultation closed BZKFollowing the preliminary consultation procedure, the matter was submitted to the Council of State for advice.
Amendment to the Mining Act and the Program for the Sustainable Use of the Deep SubsurfacePreparation ministryMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyInternet consultation expected in Q1 2027 and draft bill in Q1 2028 to the House of Representatives.
Van den Berg Private Member's Bill to Amend the Mining Act and Certain Other Laws Concerning a Groningen Emergency Gas ReserveIn consultation Consultation end date: October 19, 2026.
Industry
Amendment to the Industrial CO2 Tax Regarding Hydrogen Exemption RightsPreparation ministryEZK/FINPart of the 2027 Omnibus Tax Act. The intended effective date is January 1, 2027.
Implementation Act for the Net-Zero Technology Regulation (NZIA)Preparation ministry2024/1735Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyIntended effective date: January 1, 2028.
Implementation Act on annual obligations for renewable fuels of non-biological origin in industry House 2023/2413Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyFull implementation as of January 1, 2027, is no longer possible. However, the provisions required for STIHWI will take effect earlier, on July 1, 2026, pursuant to a resolution. The annual obligation itself would not take effect until January 1, 2028.
Decision on Annual Obligations for RFNBOs in the IndustryConsultation closed29018Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyA new version of the decision was notified to the European Commission on August 10, 2026.
Regulations on Annual Reporting Requirements for RFNBOs in the IndustryPreparation ministry29019Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyConsultation expected in Q3/Q4 2026.
Amendment to the Emissions Trading SchemeConsultation closedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyConsultation end date: September 16, 2026. This concerns new insights into the waste status of biomass and the verification protocol for pellets.
Green gas
Green Gas Annual Obligation Act (Green Gas Blending Obligation) House 36947Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyIntended effective date: January 1, 2027. Bill submitted to the House of Representatives on May 21, 2026. Memorandum in response to the report published on September 3, 2026. The previous bill was withdrawn on November 19, 2025.
Decision on the Green Gas Blending RequirementConsultation closed26233Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyIntended effective date: January 1, 2027. Consultation deadline: July 29, 2026.
Regulations on the Green Gas Blending RequirementConsultation closedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyConsultation end date: August 13, 2026.
Nuclear Energy
Amendment to the Nuclear Energy Act for the purpose of extending the operating life of Borssele nuclear power plantSenate
36847Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyIntended effective date: January 1, 2027. Contains provisions regarding nuclear power plants after 2033. The proposal was adopted by the House of Representatives on June 16, 2026. The Senate submitted its report on July 7, 2026.
Infrastructure (other than Energy Act)
Implementation Act EU rules on infrastructure for alternative fuels and certain other rules (AFIR)Consultation closed2023/1804I&WIntended effective date: January 1, 2028. Consultation report published on March 4, 2026.
Implementing Decree on EU Rules on Alternative Fuel Infrastructure and Certain Other Rules (AFIR)Preparation ministryI&WIntended effective date: January 1, 2028.
Amendment to the Bal Decree Implementing EU Rules on Alternative Fuel Infrastructure and Certain Other Rules (AFIR)Preparation ministry28565I&WImplementation of the shore power component for maritime and inland waterway shipping. Expected effective date: July 1, 2027
Implementing Regulation on EU Rules for Alternative Fuel Infrastructure and Certain Other Rules (AFIR)Preparation ministryI&W
Law on care facilitiesHouse I&W Bill submitted to the House of Representatives on June 29, 2026. The Council of State issued a supplementary advisory report on August 10, 2026.
Carbon
Implementation Act for the Regulation on the Certification Framework for Permanent Carbon Removals, Carbon Land Management, and Carbon Storage in ProductsHouse 1/1/20272024/3012Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyIntended effective date: November 1, 2026. Bill submitted to the House of Representatives on June 23, 2026. Opinion of the Council of State issued on July 7, 2026.
Act on Accelerating Energy and CO2 ProjectsIn consultation I&W/EZKConsultation end date: September 28, 2026.
Electricity (and Energy Law)
Energy law: implementation of EED (2023/1791)Senate
10/11/20252023/1791Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyPhased implementation of EED requirements from Q4 2026 through Q1 2027. The energy management system requirement takes effect on October 11, 2027.
Energy Act: Act Implementing Directive 2024/1711 (EMD Package) House 1/17/20252024/1711Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe report was adopted on October 1, 2026. The Implementation Act was sent to the House of Representatives on July 7, 2026.
Energy Act: Implementation of the Amended Gas Directive and Gas Regulation (Decarbonization Package) Preparation for the Council of State8/5/20262024/1788Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027. This concerns, among other things, the regulation and rollout of the hydrogen system and renewable and low-carbon gases. Directive (EU) 2024/1788 and Regulation (EU) 2024/1788. These include the implementation of several RED III articles (including the Union database and green certificates).
Energy Decree: Implementation of the Amended Gas Directive and Gas Regulation (Decarbonization Package)Preparation ministry8/5/20262024/1788Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027. The Council of State issued its opinion on November 28, 2025.
Amendment to the Energy Regulation and Draft Regulation on Data Exchange under the Energy Act in Connection with the Introduction of Time-Dependent Transmission RatesConsultation closedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyConsultation end date: September 1, 2026.
Regulations on Data Exchange under the Energy ActIn consultation 27603Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyConsultation end date: October 4, 2026. The intended effective date is July 1, 2027.
Metering Regulations under the Energy ActPreparation ministry27602Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027.
Implementation Act on the Application of Two-Way Contracts for the Settlement of Differences in Climate and Energy (CfD)House 2024/1106Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027. This concerns the implementation of the new Article 19 quinquies of Regulation 2024/1106.
Mobility
Decision Amending the 1990 Road Traffic Regulations (RVV) and the Road Traffic Code (KR), Regarding, Among Other Things, the Determination of Vehicle Emission Classes and the Definition of Zero-Emission TrucksConsultation closed I&WPreliminary consultation began on June 30, 2026. Consultation report published on April 9, 2026.
Law on care facilitiesHouse 36976I&W/EZKThe report was adopted on September 9, 2026. The Council of State issued its opinion on March 25, 2026.
Bill Establishing the Basis for CO2 Caps at Airports Preparation ministry I&WThe bill has been drafted. The proposal is ready for online consultation, subject to the minister's approval. The intended effective date is January 1, 2030.
RED III
RED III Implementation Act: KGG 2026 Omnibus Act (formerly “Accelerating and Licensing RED III”)Senate
2023/2413Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe European Council report was submitted on September 22, 2026. It was adopted by the House of Representatives on June 16, 2026.
RED III Decision on licensing procedures Consultation closed7/1/20252023/2413Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date was July 1, 2026. It governs the designation of priority areas on land and at sea for renewable energy projects and the permitting process within those areas.
Decision to accelerate RED III (Mapping RED III)Consultation closed7/1/20252023/2413Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date was July 1, 2026. Mapping makes it possible to designate priority areas under RED III, but does not yet designate any areas itself.
Built environment
Grid congestion
Emergency Act on Network Congestion Preparation ministryThe Cabinet will provide the House with a detailed schedule before the end of this year. The goal is to open public consultation on the first parts of the legislative amendments in Q1/Q2 2027, with the intended effective date in Q1/Q2 2028.
Energy Savings
EED Implementation Act (Act on the Implementation of EU Energy Efficiency Measures)Senate
10/11/20252023/1791Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe proposed effective date is October 1, 2026. An EED infringement procedure has been initiated. The House of Representatives adopted the proposal on June 30, 2026. This concerns an amendment to the Act on the Implementation of EU Measures on Energy Efficiency.
Decision implementing the EEDConsultation closed2023/1791KGG/VROThe intended effective date is October 1, 2026. No prior consultation procedure.
EPBD IV Implementation ActConsultation closed5/29/2026 2024/1275VROThe proposed effective date is July 1, 2027. This concerns amendments to Book 5 and Book 7 of the Civil Code.
Implementation of the Second Tranche of the EPBD: Amendment to the Environmental RegulationPreparation ministryVROThis concerns, among other things, energy labels, inspections, and the new version of NTA 8800. Consultation is expected between August and October 2026. Adoption is scheduled for December 2026. The intended effective date for Tranche 2 is January 1, 2027.
Implementation of the Second Tranche of the EPBD: Amendment to the Bbl DecreeConsultation closed 2024/1275VROThe intended effective date is January 1, 2027. The Council of State issued its opinion on April 2, 2026.
Implementation of the 3rd Tranche of the EPBD: Amendment Decree to the Bbl and Bkl Regarding Minimum Energy Performance Requirements and ZEB RequirementsPreparation ministry VROThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027. Consultation is expected between August and October 2026. Publication is scheduled for June 2027.
Implementation of the Third Tranche of the EPBD: Amendment to the Environmental RegulationPreparation ministry VROThe intended effective date is July 1, 2027. A public consultation is expected between August and October 2026. Publication and entry into force are scheduled to coincide with the third tranche of the amendment decree for the Bbl and Blk.
Implementation of the 4th Tranche of the EPBD: Update to ZEB Requirements and Energy LabelsPreparation ministry January 1, 2029VROTentative adoption in 2029 and entry into force in 2030.
Decision on the Update of the 2027 Energy Conservation RequirementConsultation closed 29246Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyDraft resolution dated September 1, 2026, shared with the House of Representatives. Expected adoption in December 2026. Provisions take effect on January 1, 2028 (through January 1, 2030).
Regulations Amending the 2027 Energy Conservation RequirementConsultation closed The intended effective date is July 1, 2027. Includes details on the revision of the duty to investigate.
National Building Renovation PlanConsultation closedDecember 31, 2026 2024/1275Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe final version must be submitted to the European Commission no later than December 31, 2026.
Waste disposal and hazardous materials
Implementation Act for the Waste Shipment RegulationHouse May 21, 20262024/1157I&W Submitted for plenary consideration on September 8, 2026. This is also partly to implement the Battery Regulation. A memorandum in response to the report dated June 11, 2025, was published.
Decision on the Implementation of the EU Regulation on the Shipment of Waste and
Supplementary Implementation of the Waste Framework Directive
House January 9, 20262025/1892Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicySubmitted to the Council of State for advice on April 8, 2026.
Implementation Act revising the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and implementing the Industrial Emissions Portal Regulation (IEPR)Senate
7/1/20262024/1785I&WThe bill was passed by the House of Representatives.
Implementation Act on the Penalty Provisions of Regulation 2024/573 on F-gasesPreparation ministry2024/573Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is January 1, 2027. Amends the Environmental Management Act. The regulation takes effect 20 days after publication; it applies 1 year after that date.
Implementation Act for the Revised Air Quality Directive
House 11/12/20262024/2881I&W Debated in plenary session on September 9, 2026. Amends the Environment Act and the General Administrative Law Act by establishing stricter limit values for, among other things, arsenic, cadmium, and nickel.
Circular economy
Amendment to the Environmental Management Act in Connection with the Introduction of the Requirement to Include Environmental Performance Requirements in Bids for Civil Engineering Projects (GWW)House 32813I&WContribution report adopted on October 8, 2026. Submitted to the House of Representatives on July 20, 2025. Part of the implementation of the Circular Economy Action Plan.
Decision on Environmental Performance Requirements for Civil EngineeringConsultation closedI&W/EZKConsultation end date: August 24, 2026. Drafting of the bill. Entry into force concurrent with the bill.
Circular Economy Framework ActConsultation closed32852I&WExpected effective date: Q1 2027. Technical amendments to, among others, the Environmental Management Act, partly to implement the Waste Framework Directive.
Decision on Extended Producer Responsibility
diapers and incontinence products
Preparation ministryThe planned effective date has been postponed to January 1, 2028.
Act Implementing the Directive on the Promotion of RepairHouse 2024/1799Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyProposal submitted to the House of Representatives on July 13, 2026.
Agriculture
Nitrogen
Rush Act to replace ambient nitrogen valueConsultation closedLVVNThe Council of State issued its opinion on December 22, 2025. The bill will be amended and resubmitted to the Council of State by Q4 2026.
Amendment Act on Company-Specific Emission Standards
Preparation ministryPolicy implementation is expected in Q3–Q4 2026. An online consultation and final adoption are expected in 2027.
Amendment to the Decree on Company-Specific Emission StandardsPreparation ministry Policy implementation is expected in Q1 2027. An online consultation and preliminary consultation are expected in 2027.
Amendment to the Fertilizer Act Regarding the Simplified Land-Based Application StandardPreparation ministryOnline consultation expected in Q4 2026. Bill expected to be introduced in 2027.
Amendment Act on Manure Production RightsPreparation ministryAn online consultation is expected in 2027.
Amendment to the Fertilizer Act Implementation Decree Regarding Fertilizer Production Rights (Capping)Preparation ministryOnline consultation expected in Q3 2026. Preliminary consultation procedure expected in Q4 2026.
Decree Amending the Fertilizer Act Implementation Regulations Regarding the Adjustment of Nitrogen Application Standards and the Designation of Nitrogen Focus AreasConsultation closed1/1/202633037LVVN/I&WDecision-making regarding the 8th Action Program under the Nitrates Directive has been deferred to the current cabinet.
Amendment to the Fertilizer Act Implementation Regulations Regarding the Update of the Flat-Rate Excrement Allowances for All Animal Categories Except for Dairy Cattle CategoriesConsultation closedLVVN/EZK
8th Nitrates Directive Action Program Consultation closed1/1/202633037LVVNOnline consultation in Q1 2027. The proposed effective date is July 1, 2027.
Private member's bill on land-based farming and responsible manure disposalHouse 36849LVVN The proposal was sent to the House of Representatives on November 11, 2025. Its relationship to the new nitrogen plans remains unclear.
Animal Welfare
Private member's bill to limit the suffering of animals during slaughterHouse 36769LVVNOpinion of the Council of State dated October 20, 2025, issued. Two notification procedures are currently pending with the European Commission under Directive (EU) 2015/1535 and Regulation (EC) No.
1099/2009.
Decision on Animal-Welfare-Friendly Livestock Farming 2040House 28286LVVNThe preliminary consultation process has begun. The regulation needed to be revised in light of changes to European regulations regarding animal welfare in livestock farming. The Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management has committed to submitting a new draft Order in Council to the House of Representatives after the summer recess.
Private member's bill to amend the Animals Act in connection with the abolition of factory farmingHouse 36562LVVNAmendment memorandum dated September 11, 2026, was submitted. The European Commission had requested that the Netherlands postpone the approval of the bill until September 2026.
Prohibition on the cruel use of aids and training equipment for dogs and horses (Order in Council)Preparation ministry 28286LVVN Online consultation expected in Q3 2026.
Act on Independent Risk Assessment of Food and Product Safety, Including Animal Welfare.Consultation closed LVVNConsultation end date: May 1, 2026.
Nature, Soil, and Water
Implementation Act for the Nature Restoration OrdinanceConsultation closed2024/1991LVVNConsultation end date: August 23, 2026. Amends the Environment Act. The plan is to submit it to the House of Representatives in 2027.
Collection scheme I&W soil 2026Consultation closed1/1/202628020I&WSubject: Amendment to the Environmental Regulations, Soil Quality Regulations, and Soil Cleanability Regulations.
Implementation Act for the revised Urban Waste Water DirectiveIn consultationJuly 31, 20272024/3019I&WConsultation end date: November 3, 2026.
Act Implementing the Improved Implementation of the Amended Water Framework DirectiveConsultation closed12/21/20272026/805I&WThis concerns an amendment to the Environment Act and the implementing regulations under the Environment Act (including the requirement to update extraction permits for heat projects).
Implementation Act for the BBNJ Agreement (UN Agreement on the Protection of Marine Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction) Consultation closedJanuary 17, 2026I&W / LVVNConsultation end date: August 16, 2026.
Regulations Governing Amendments to Plant Protection Products and Biocides In consultationLVVNConsultation end date: October 12, 2026. Concerns the WFD reassessment methodology, indexation of administrative fine rates, and the requirement for digital registration
Reporting / ESG directives / climate liability
Implementation Act revised European Directive on environmental crimeHouse January 5, 20262024/1203J&V The next legislative consultation is scheduled for October 12, 2026. It will amend the Penal Code and the Economic Offenses Act.
Implementation Act on Internationally Responsible and Sustainable International Business Practices (CSDDD 2024/1760)Consultation closed7/26/202635761BuZaConsultation end date: August 2, 2026.
Implementation Act on Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD 2023/2464)Preparation ministry March 19, 202736678J&V/FINThe matter is pending pending the amendment bill.
Amendment to the Climate Act to Implement the Bonaire RulingPreparation ministry July 27, 2027Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyLegislative amendment related to the EU’s interim climate target for 2040.
Defense and security
Cyber resilience
Implementation Act on the Cyber Resilience RegulationSenate
2024/2847 Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy The report will be presented on October 27, 2026.
Cyber security regulation EZConsultation closed10/17/20242022/2555EZConsideration after the summer recess.
Implementation Act AI Regulation Consultation closed 2024/1689Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy Council of State opinion dated July 8, 2026, issued. Debate in the House of Representatives expected in Q4 2026.
Energy Resilience and Critical Entities
Defense and Security-Related Industry Resilience ActPreparation ministry Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy Bill expected in Q3 2026. Opinion of the Council for the Judiciary issued on January 8, 2026.
Implementation Act EU Package on Emergency Preparedness and Resilience for the Internal Market (IMERA)Preparation ministry 2024/2747Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy Bill expected in Q4 2026.
Amendment to the Framework Act on EZ, KGG, and LVVN subsidies in relation to economic security and data processingPreparation ministry Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyBill expected in Q4 2026.
Critical raw materials
Implementation Act for the Critical Raw Materials RegulationHouse 2024/1252Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyDraft report adopted on September 17, 2026. Bill submitted to the House of Representatives on July 6, 2026. Opinion of the Council of State issued on April 28, 2026.
Taxes
Implementation Act Directive 2024/1711 (Part of EMD package) in Environmental Tax ActPreparation ministry1/17/20252024/1711Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyAccording to the schedule, the bill is set to be submitted to the House of Representatives before the summer.
Grants
Subsidy Program for Scaling Up Fully Renewable Hydrogen Production via Electrolysis (OWE 3)Consultation closedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is October 1, 2026.
Question subsidy for industrial purposes RED III (STIHWI/HWI buy-up scheme) Consultation closedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyAlthough the planned full implementation of the annual RFNBO requirement as of January 1, 2027, is no longer feasible, the government still intends to open the program in 2027. Therefore, provisions relevant to STIHWI will take effect on July 1, 2027. The STIHWI regulations are expected to be published in Q4 2026.
Amendment to the Subsidy Program for Large-Scale Production of Fully Renewable Hydrogen via ElectrolysisPreparation ministry Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyThe intended effective date is January 1, 2027.
Other
Implementation Act revised Air Quality DirectiveHouse11/12/20262024/2881 I&W Under consideration. Concerns amendments to the Environment Act and the General Administrative Law Act.
Initiative proposal for a Temporary Emergency Affordable Energy ActHouse36041FINUnder review.
Climate Bill initiative proposal 1.5House35953Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyUnder review.
Implementation Act for the Regulation on Transparency and Targeted Political AdvertisingHouse2024/900BZKUnder review.
Past 12 months
Decision on Categories of Projects of Significant Public InterestPublished EZK/VROThe intended effective date is October 1, 2026, but is subject to the Act on Strengthening the Coordination of Public Housing.
Regulation of cybersecurity and resilience critical entities energy sectorPublished 36875Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
Decision resilience critical entitiesPublished 36764J&VEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
Regulation of resilience critical entities I&WPublished 2022/2557I&WEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
Cyber security regulation IenWPublished 2022/2555I&W Effective Date: August 15, 2026.
Cybersecurity OrderPublished 36764J&VEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
Anti-SLAPP Directive Implementation ActPublished J&VEffective Date: July 14, 2026.
Act implementing measures parliamentary inquiry into natural gas extraction GroningenPublished BZKEffective Date: July 1, 2026.
Amendment to the Animal Owners DecreePublished LVVNEffective Date: July 7, 2026.
Collective amendment 2025 Implementation Regulation Fertilizer Act analysis and samplingPublishedLVVNEffective date: January 1, 2026.
Amendment to the Fertilizer Act Implementation Regulations Regarding RENUREPublishedLVVNEffective Date: June 12, 2026.
Cybersecurity Act Implementation Act Published2022/2555J&VEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
Implementation Act on Resilience of Critical Entities Published2022/2557J&VEffective Date: August 15, 2026.
CBAM Transition Period Implementation Act Published2023/956Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective Date: April 8, 2026.
Amend Energy Transport Decree RED III (2023/2413)Published 32813I&WEffective Date: January 1, 2026, with retroactive effect.
Amendment of Energy Transport Regulations RED III (2023/2413)Published I&W Effective Date: January 1, 2026, with retroactive effect.
Amendment to the Environment Act and the Vocational Education and Training Act (Bbl) in Connection with the Implementation of the First Tranche of the EPBDPublished Effective Date: April 29, 2026.
Implementation Act Directive on better sustainability information for consumersPublished36873Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy/Ministry of Justice and SecurityEffective Date: July 16, 2026.
Labor force admission lawPublished 36336SSWEffective Date: January 1, 2027.
Act to strengthen public housing directionPublished 36512VROEntry into force on a date to be determined by royal decree.
Private Member's Bill on Energy IndependenceWithdrawn 36318Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
Omnibus Act on the Environment I&W Soil and Water 2026Published 27129I&WThis Act shall enter into force on a date to be determined by royal decree. Article IV may enter into force retroactively as of January 1, 2026.
Energy Act: Implementation of Part RED III (2023/2413)Published 2023/2413Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: January 1, 2026.
Implementation Act amending the Environmental Management Act in connection with the revised REDIII for transportPublished 36766I&WEntry into force on a date to be determined by royal decree.
Collective heat lawPublished 36576Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: February 11, 2026, with a few exceptions.
Modification Temporary Subsidy Scheme for Zero Emission Mobility (SWiM).Published I&W Effective date: February 1, 2026.
Temporary subsidy scheme Maritime Master Plan 2026Published 28498I&WEffective date: February 19, 2026.
Customized approach law for PAS projectsPublished 36755LVVNEffective date: February 18, 2026.
Decision regarding the change in the level of the skimming percentage for pig rightsPublished33037LVVNEffective date: December 8, 2025.
Decision regarding the determination of the level of the skimming percentagesPublishedLVVNEffective date: December 8, 2025.
Amendment to the Truck Tax Act in connection with the implementation of the revised European toll collection rules (2022/362)Published36626I&WEntry into force on a date to be determined by royal decree.
Implementation Regulation Energy ActPublishedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: January 1, 2026.
Energy SchemePublished36378Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: 01-01-2026 with some exceptions.
Energy DecreePublished36378Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: 01-01-2026 with some exceptions.
Decision on the designation of supervisory authorities under the Energy ActPublishedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: January 1, 2026.
Amendments to the Groningen Temporary Act to correct omissions and make clarificationsPublished36566BZKEffective date: 17-07-2025 with some exceptions.
Act space for sustainability initiatives Withdrawn 36375J&V
Implementing Directive amending Directives 2003/90 and 2003/91 as regards protocols for the examination of certain varieties of agricultural and vegetable cropsPublished2024/2963LVVNEffective date: January 1, 2026.
Circular plastic standard and polymers levy (plastic levy)Withdrawn 32813I&W
Temporary prohibition and permit requirement for application of LD and ELO steel slagPublished25176I&WEffective date: July 23, 2025.
Regulation designating categories of sustainable energy production and climate transition 2025Published23407Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: September 26, 2025.
Amendments to the General Implementation Regulation stimulating sustainable energy production and climate transition in connection with opening 2025Published23408Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: July 18, 2025.
Regulation further interpretation of technical or economic necessity
third party access gas storage facilities
PublishedMinistry of Economic Affairs and Climate PolicyEffective date: October 1, 2025.
Implementing Directive amending Implementing Directive 2014/98/EU as regards the Union regulated non-quarantine organisms Tobacco ringspot virus, Tomato ringspot virus, Pucciniastrum minimum (Schweinitz) Arthur and Fig mosaic agent bPublished2025/145LVVNEffective Date: July 1, 2025.
SZW Omnibus Act 2026Published 36796SSWEffective date: 01-01-2026 with some exceptions.
Implementation Act Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/1422 (invasive alien species) Published 2025/1422LVVNEffective date: August 7, 2025
Decision on the Protection of Wolves and Golden Jackals to Implement the Amended Habitats Directive Regarding the Protection Status of the Wolf. Published 2025/1237LVVNEffective Date: July 7, 2026.
Implementation Act Amending the Working Conditions Act in Connection with a New Permit Requirement for Asbestos-Related Work. Published SSWEffective Date:
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